In Washington, D.C., summers come with the frequent nuisance of mosquitoes. However, a recent method promises to manage this population effectively. This approach has been successfully implemented on certain islands in the Philippines, in the Maldives, and even in a town in Maryland.
While mosquitoes are considered an unavoidable part of summer, this method shows potential for making outdoor spaces more enjoyable. Optimist reporter Maggie Penman provides insights into this strategy.

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