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202220 minGdocumentary

Happy Birthday

202220 minGdocumentary

Bianca, known online as Electa, turns 22 on February 29, sharing her birthday with environmentalist Anita Lopez and raising urgent climate concerns.

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Giorgio Ferrero

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Bianca, known online as Electa, turns 22 on February 29, sharing her birthday with environmentalist Anita Lopez and raising urgent climate concerns.

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Giorgio Ferrerodirector

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Bianca, known online as Electa, marks her 22nd birthday in a small flat on the outskirts of Moscow. Born in Norilsk, Siberia, one of the world's most polluted cities, she connects with an international group through Radio Esperanza Libre, a podcast channel founded by Argentine environmentalist Anita Lopez. On February 28, 2022, Electa uses the platform to voice her concerns about climate change and personal challenges, seeking support from her virtual community.

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