Forests Protected in Ghana!
After many years of struggle, our partners in Ghana have finally won a major victory in protecting this country’s forests and the people who depend on them.
Success in Protecting Bahamian Coast!
After years of work by environmental groups, the Bahamian government has finally established a Marine Protected Area off of North Bimini Island. This designation will mean strict new environmental standards, which will help protect delicate ecosystems.
Energy Justice (Conference Call Recording)
Last month, Greengrants hosted a conference call on Energy Justice, which explored how large-scale energy development projects are affecting communities around the world.
Nigerian Government Misses Ban on Gas Flaring Deadline
In spite of regulations banning gas flaring for more than a quarter of a century, the Nigerian government has yet to implement such policies effectively. January 1st marked the passing of yet another deadline.
Indigenous Rights Take Center Stage in Latin America
On September 13, 2007, the United Nations adopted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples after more than 20 years of negotiations. Though a positive step in the right direction, indigenous peoples around the world continue to face regular discrimination and violation of their rights. While there are many threats to indigenous rights, large-scale […]