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We stood up to sand mining at Pakiri and we won
7+ hour, 8+ min ago (665+ words) At the beginning of my sand mining fight 5 years ago, I wrote a blog post asking people to join in to help stop sand mining at Pakiri beach, north of Auckland. In it, I shared a story about my mum…...
New report exposes deadly cost of delaying coal phase-out in South Africa
1+ week, 28+ min ago (483+ words) Middelburg, South Africa " A new report released today by Greenpeace Africa, the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), and Ground Work reveals that delaying the phase-out of coal-fired power in South Africa will result in devastating health…...
A sea of green, song, and resistance floods Constitution Hill as activists demand justice in Africa's critical minerals boom
4+ week, 1+ day ago (422+ words) From the steps of one of South Africa's most historic human rights sites, marchers carried a clear message: the global race for so-called "green" minerals cannot come at the expense of African lives, land, and dignity. "The energy transition cannot…...
Fields of gold PART 2: Community voices on extractive economies from Doringbaai
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (154+ words) But in the background, a fierce battle is being waged for families like Joey's, a battle fought on multiple fronts. The first fight is for the legal right to access the ocean. The second fight is against oil and gas…...
Achieving climate targets is possible while limiting "critical minerals" rush. But responsible political leadership is crucial, says new report
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (160+ words) A key recommendation of the report is that decision makers must prioritise mineral use for essential energy transition purposes. In an era of eroding international cooperation and intensifying conflict, this underscores the importance of coordinated action to protect people and…...
Beyond Extraction: Pathways for a 1. 5 C-aligned Energy Transition with Less Minerals
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (309+ words) We must achieve an ambitious, Paris Agreement-aligned energy transition that safeguards critical ecosystems and centers the rights of Indigenous Peoples and those of local communities. But it requires the right political choices and moral leadership. "Beyond Extraction: Pathways for a…...
A critical minerals deal with the USA: What you need to know
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1515+ words) Most people in Aotearoa don't want the USA dictating what happens on the land or in the oceans here. How we look after the oceans and lands is the basis for our continued wellbeing here and on the planet." Yet…...
New Greenpeace International evidence reveals breaches by deep sea mining contractors: Governments must defend international law
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (237+ words) Greenpeace International is urging member states to investigate the allegations and take firm and swift action if breaches are confirmed." Many legal scholars argue that such U. S. actions would conflict with international law and could place companies that take this approach…...
Seabed miners "trespassed" from Taranaki waters, after Fast Track withdrawal
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (662+ words) Iwi representatives from Taranaki have delivered a "trespass" notice to seabed miners in Sydney today, warning the company against pursuing any future plans to pillage the seabed in Aotearoa. Hand delivered by Rukutai Watene of Ng'ti Ruanui, alongside Greenpeace Aotearoa,…...
Fast Track panel rejects seabed mining application - we couldn't be happier
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (1129+ words) Over the past week, we've been walking around with ear-to-ear grins. We're celebrating along with allies and friends, that the huge people powered movement against the emerging threat of seabed mining, has resulted in a win for the moana. Australian…...