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The proposal is for a multi-diversity bio dome at a school consisting of two zones, a rainforest and a savannah, that would house natural flora and fauna and grow exotic fruits and vegetables. It would provide educational benefits by showcasing different ecosystems and sustainability practices. The bio dome would be open to other schools and aim to reduce the school's carbon footprint by being self-sufficient through producing its own food from the dome.
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