Treaties between tribes and the federal government, particularly concerning resource use and environmental conservation, have long been a source of legal contention. Their exact status and

Treaties between tribes and the federal government, particularly concerning resource use and environmental conservation, have long been a source of legal contention. Their exact status and attendant rights generate significant tension, especially regarding state obligations.

Recently, an equally divided Supreme Court affirmed states' duty to manage resources consistent with tribal treaty rights. This ruling impacts states like Washington, which has resisted requirements from the Stevens' treaties, affirming tribal salmon fishing rights. The critical question remains: what additional state obligations ensure resource sustainability, especially amidst climate disruption? Consistent enforcement benefits all, illuminating the state's trust duties to its people.

The Brower Youth Awards celebrate outstanding young environmental leaders. These awards recognize individuals making significant contributions to environmental protection and

The Brower Youth Awards celebrate outstanding young environmental leaders. These awards recognize individuals making significant contributions to environmental protection and advocacy.

Highlights from the 2018 ceremony were held at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco, CA, on October 16, 2018.

This document contains the public testimony delivered at the Hanford Plutonium Uranium Extraction Plant (PUREX) Storage Tunnels Permit Modification Public Hearing.

The hearing was formally

This document contains the public testimony delivered at the Hanford Plutonium Uranium Extraction Plant (PUREX) Storage Tunnels Permit Modification Public Hearing.

The hearing was formally convened on September 5, 2018, and took place in Seattle.

Aura Tegría Cristancho, a 26-year-old indigenous lawyer from Colombia's U'wa Nation, has been the legal advisor to the U'wa Association of Traditional Authorities and Councils (ASOU'WA) since

Aura Tegría Cristancho, a 26-year-old indigenous lawyer from Colombia's U'wa Nation, has been the legal advisor to the U'wa Association of Traditional Authorities and Councils (ASOU'WA) since late 2013.

In September 2017, Aura toured the U.S., sharing the U'wa message of respecting Mother Earth and their generational fight to protect ancestral lands from oil drilling and resource extraction.

Aura emphasizes the U'wa belief that the world is a house supported by vital pillars. She urges non-indigenous people to abandon greed and protect Mother Earth, warning that once her "blood" (oil) is gone, no wealth can restore nature's harmony. Learn more at amazonwatch.org.

Economist Robert Reich, former Labor Secretary, explores how the intersection of politics and economics led to Donald Trump's rise. He also addresses concerns, shared by some Republicans, that

Economist Robert Reich, former Labor Secretary, explores how the intersection of politics and economics led to Donald Trump's rise. He also addresses concerns, shared by some Republicans, that Trump's governance is harming American institutions.

Reich delivered this rousing talk as the featured speaker at UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy’s Board of Advisors Dinner in March 2017. For more, visit: UCTV.

This document offers an overview of proceedings from the inaugural Responsible Business Summit.

Held in New York in April 2016, it includes forewords from Stewart Whitney, President of

This document offers an overview of proceedings from the inaugural Responsible Business Summit.

Held in New York in April 2016, it includes forewords from Stewart Whitney, President of Timberland, and Lee Ballin, Head of Sustainable Business Programs at Bloomberg.

A press conference took place on December 3, 2015, at Le Bourget, Paris, France, during the UNFCCC COP 21 meeting.

The event featured IPCC Chair Hoesung Lee, Working Group I Co-Chair

A press conference took place on December 3, 2015, at Le Bourget, Paris, France, during the UNFCCC COP 21 meeting.

The event featured IPCC Chair Hoesung Lee, Working Group I Co-Chair Valérie Masson-Delmotte, and Kiyoto Tanabe, Co-Chair of the IPCC Task Force on National Greenhouse Gas Inventories.

Solar Power International (SPI), North America's largest solar trade show, will be held in Anaheim, CA, from September 14-17, 2015.

The event features over 100 educational offerings,

Solar Power International (SPI), North America's largest solar trade show, will be held in Anaheim, CA, from September 14-17, 2015.

The event features over 100 educational offerings, including on-floor learning opportunities. Attendees can also explore hundreds of exhibitors in the expo hall, showcasing the latest products and technology for a comprehensive industry experience.

The "Adventures of Donny Rico" series exposes Chevron's threat to society. Episode #3, "Legal Tender," details the unethical tactics of Chevron's law firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher. Despite Chevron

The "Adventures of Donny Rico" series exposes Chevron's threat to society. Episode #3, "Legal Tender," details the unethical tactics of Chevron's law firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher. Despite Chevron admitting to dumping toxic waste in the Amazon, Gibson Dunn pursued a RICO suit against Ecuadorian victims, portraying Chevron as the victim.

The firm, criticized for "legal thuggery" and "blatant intimidation," masterminded a strategy to re-litigate the Ecuador trial. They ignored evidence, launched racist attacks, conducted "sting" operations, and allegedly paid a disgraced judge for false testimony. This turned a clear environmental crime into an "abusively litigated nightmare," demonstrating an unprecedented attack on justice.

Watch the entire Donny Rico series here. Read more on the Eye On The Amazon.

The U'wa people continue their decades-long, nonviolent struggle to protect their sacred ancestral lands from environmental destruction. While Occidental Petroleum departed in 2002, Colombia's

The U'wa people continue their decades-long, nonviolent struggle to protect their sacred ancestral lands from environmental destruction. While Occidental Petroleum departed in 2002, Colombia's national oil company Ecopetrol now intensifies oil exploration activities, particularly around the Magallanes platform.

This exploration encroaches on U'wa ancestral territory and the spiritually significant Cubogón River. U'wa spiritual leader Berito Cobaría emphasizes their ancient wisdom: oil, or "Ruiria," is the Earth's blood, and its extraction causes a slow environmental death. This perspective aligns closely with modern climate change warnings.

Read more: http://amazonwatch.org/news/2014/0417-colombias-uwa-two-decades-later-fighting-on