Coordinated response needed to respond to climate change effects on tribesTribes across the country are facing climate changes such as drought, higher temperatures, and sea level rise. Federal agencies offer aid for dealing with the effects, but tribes have criticized how those services are delivered, saying regulations… May 22 22May 22, 2022Article at Indian Country Today
Alaska affirms water certificate for proposed Donlin mineThe state of Alaska on May 13 affirmed its 2019 decision to issue a 401 clean water certification for an open-pit gold mine in Southwest Alaska despite a lawsuit contesting the determination. Donlin Gold LLC proposes to develop a large open-pit,… May 17 22May 17, 2022Article at Indian Country Today
Honolulu: Military fuel leak, drought, water crisisJoaqlin Estus Indian Country Today HONOLULU, Hawai’i — In November a massive military fuel facility spilled 19,000 gallons of mixed water and fuel, and contaminated drinking water for 93,000 people near Honolulu. The spill set off a cascade of other… Apr 18 22April 18, 2022Article at Indian Country Today