In which I share my opinions with the folks at InsideHook.
MFCN | Biden EO takes inclusive approach on 30×30
The term “30×30” is rocketing around the conservation community. The goal is to protect 30 percent of the land and water in the U.S. by 2030. Clearly an ambitious goal. In this piece I wrote for the Marine Fish Conservation Network, I look at how the Biden administration’s climate change executive order handled it. Read> […]
Bristol Bay / Pebble Mine – Permit Application Denied
This is very good news and a nasty if not fatal wound to the Pebble project.
Bristol Bay / Pebble Mine – Murkowski Appropriations Statement
The language is a clear shot across the bow of the EPA. Hopefully, with the election behind us the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will let science rather than politics drive the decision. But if you are following the news you know anything could happen and the administration may decide to flip off the myriad interests who oppose this project.
Alaska’s “Salmon Forest” is in Jeopardy
Hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts have been vocal proponents of conserving Alaska’s roadless treasures. Removing Roadless protections for the Tongass is a bad idea.
Bristol Bay/Pebble Mine – Mitigation Plan Filed.
Some folks think the current administration will still do the right thing. I’m skeptical, but will be delighted to be proven wrong.