New Step Forward for Children of La Oroya
Government mining and energy oversight agency in Peru fines Doe Run for exceeding atmospheric emissions limits and illegal waste disposal.
South Africa Journal—Activists on the Move
Greengrants’ Helen Gemmill recently traveled to South Africa for the Southern Africa Advisory Board meeting. She met with activists and grantees fighting for a healthy environment on many fronts.
Chinese City Suspends Chemical Plant after Uproar
The city of Xiamen halted construction of a chemical plant after a citizen protest that used a text message campaign to galvanize public support.
Buyat Bay, Indonesia: Newmont Mining Acquitted of Pollution Charges
In a setback for environmental accountability in Indonesia, Newmont Mining Corporation was acquitted last month by an Indonesian court of pollution charges and endangering peoples’ health in Buyat Bay.
Launch of Newest Member of Greengrants Alliance of Funds–Fondo Accion Solidaria!
The newest member of the Greengrants Alliance of Funds announces its launch! We welcome Fondo Acci³n Solidaria of Northwest Mexico.