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Proposed Dam on the Mekong Threatens Livelihoods

  The Mekong River is one of the world’s richest areas of biodiversity as well as an important livelihood source for millions of people in the Southeast Asian region. A proposed hydro-electric mega-dam in southern Laos poses a significant risk to the river’s huge number of fish species, and would wreak havoc on normal migration […]

Landmark Ruling for Indigenous in Brazil

After a 20-year legal struggle to secure their traditional lands, five indigenous groups who reside on the Raposa Serra do Sol reserve in the northern Brazilian state of Roraima are celebrating a momentous ruling that recognizes the demarcation and protec

Greengrants and Aveda Partner for Clean Water

On Wednesday, the Aveda Corporation will launch its 2009 Earth Month Campaign dedicated to raising awareness about water access and water rights around the world.

New Zimbabwean Advisor, Mutuso Dhliwayo

In 2008, Mutuso Dhliwayo joined the Greengrants Southern Africa Advisory Board, filling the vacancy left by former Zimbabwean advisor, Leonard Maveneka.

Forests Protected in Ghana!

After many years of struggle, our partners in Ghana have finally won a major victory in protecting this country’s forests and the people who depend on them.

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