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Environmental justice means renewable energy shouldn’t come at a cost to Native communities.
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"Environmental justice means renewable energy shouldn’t come at a cost to Native communities."
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National GeorgraphicMedia URL:
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/cobalt-mining-congo-batteries-electric-vehiclesDate:
2023/12/21Summary:
According to Lisa Benjamin, associate professor at Lewis & Clark Law School, when it comes to mining metals that are crucial for a renewable energy revolution, it’s important to not sacrifice the health and safety of communities living near these deposits.
In order to prevent harming Native communities, Benjamin says the U.S. Bureau of Land Management should adopt stricter policies that prohibit mining at sacred sites on reservations, in nearby areas regarded as culturally important, and guarantee tribal leaders a seat at the table.
