Each year, representatives of a variety of nations unite with one purpose: to spur international action to combat climate change. However, in the 20...read more
The most important global meeting on climate change is nearing, and expectations are high. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP20), in...read more
They also asked that the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) urge the State to adequately attend to the victims of the forced displacement caused by the “development” projects, and to begin a dialogue between the victims and the authorities seeking effective solutions to the problem.read more
Freshwater Sources, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights, Large Dams | 22 September 2014
Time doesn’t stop and, unfortunately, nor does the construction of the Belo Monte Dam . Work is advancing at an impressive rate on the Xingu River,...read more
In 2007, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) asked the Peruvian State to provide medical care and institute environmental controls. These measures have yet to be implemented fully and the health of the affected people continues to deteriorate.read more
Latin American civil society organizations "strongly recommend that CODE members send the first draft back to Management. Without structural changes...read more
Hydropower projects are on the rise in Latin America as governments seek to feed growing economies. But at what cost? The plants may harness the...read more
The 57 organizations and persons signatory to the letter, which work for the protection of human rights and the environment, express their deep...read more
With the water supply of millions of people at risk, we urge the ministry to publish details of the demarcation and ensure that this fragile ecosystem remains free of large-scale mining operations.read more
In its budget bill for 2014, the US Congress has taken bold steps to promote environmental justice within international financial institutions. Among...read more
