On the Pacific island of Saipan, environmentalism and business are finding that working hand in hand may be the answer. Just 20 years ago, people were snorkeling, swimming and fishing in the waters off Smiley Cove, a 2nd World War naval base. Now it's too polluted for recreation. Through the Marine Revitalization Project, local businessman Tony Pelogrino wants to clean up this once pristine area and build a 76-boat docking facility. The project will improve the environment, boost the economy and provide a beautiful recreation area for local people.
April 06, 2006
Beautifying Saipan
On the Pacific island of Saipan, environmentalism and business are finding that working hand in hand may be the answer. Just 20 years ago, people were snorkeling, swimming and fishing in the waters off Smiley Cove, a 2nd World War naval base. Now it's too polluted for recreation. Through the Marine Revitalization Project, local businessman Tony Pelogrino wants to clean up this once pristine area and build a 76-boat docking facility. The project will improve the environment, boost the economy and provide a beautiful recreation area for local people.
