Marina reactivates desalination plant, IOC brings back genetic testing

About this episode

The episode discusses the revival of a desalination plant in Marina and the IOC's reintroduction of genetic testing for female athletes at the 2028 Olympics.

The Marina Coast Water District is reviving an old desalination plant to boost water supply. And, the International Olympic Committee is reintroducing a mandatory genetic test for athletes competing in women's sports at the 2028 LA Games.

Topics covered

• desalination
• water supply
• genetic testing
• women's sports
• Olympics

Keywords

• desalination plant
• water supply
• International Olympic Committee
• genetic testing
• women's sports
• 2028 LA Games

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Marina Coast Water District, International Olympic Committee

Places: LA

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