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After two decades of legal battles, Bolivia’s Tacana II Indigenous people have secured official title to their ancestral homeland—a victory that comes with ongoing challenges. The 272,379-hectare territory in La Paz province serves as crucial habitat for over 50 vulnerable…
Today's top environmental stories: climate action, wildlife conservation, renewable energy, and sustainability news from around the world. Updated Nov 3, 2025.
Brazil’s Congress is advancing controversial legislation that could overturn three decades of constitutional protection for Indigenous lands, potentially opening these territories to legal mining operations. The move comes as global demand for critical minerals like gold has reached unprecedented levels,…
The inaugural International Day of the Deep Seabed marks a milestone in ocean conservation, drawing attention to one of Earth’s most mysterious and unexplored realms. The deep seabed, legally known as “the Area,” encompasses a staggering 54% of the global…
Despite the Republic of Congo shutting down a Chinese gold mining operation in November 2024, the environmental devastation at the Dimonika Biosphere Reserve continues to plague local communities months later. A new Mongabay video investigation reveals the lasting impact of…
