Water Contamination

30. March 2021

Oil and Gas Has No Place in This Public Forest

There won’t be new oil and gas leasing and fracking in the Wayne National Forest in Ohio, United States, since a judge ruled that such exploitation activities constitute a threat to public health, endangered species and watersheds.

Environment

Environment USA

17. March 2021

This Famous River Is Now Cleaner Than Ever

According to a new study, since the enactment of the Clean Water Act in 1972, the Lower Mississippi River, located in Louisiana, United States, is cleaner than it’s ever been.

Environment

Environment Ecuador

14. October 2020

People in Ecuador Will Decide on New Mining Projects (Not the Politicians)

Large and medium-scale mines will need the approval of the population to move forward, has ruled the highest court in Ecuador. This decision applies to mining rights not yet granted and not on licensed projects.