The US Bureau of Land Management is proposing new rules to expand livestock grazing on public lands, reduce public participation in decision-making, and prioritize ranchers' interests. Critics argue this will harm the environment and wildlife, while proponents claim it reduces regulatory burdens and supports local economies.
A luxury resort proposal in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, divides residents. Opponents fear it will exacerbate the housing crisis and harm the environment, while supporters see economic benefits and infrastructure improvements.
Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is divided over a proposed luxury resort for the ultra-rich by Discovery Land Company. Residents fear it will exacerbate the housing crisis, destroy local culture, and strain resources, while supporters cite economic benefits and job creation.
A new report highlights that increasing extraction of rainforest resources for minerals, biofuels, and pulp is pushing biomes like the Amazon towards a breaking point. Compounding pressures from cattle ranching, agriculture, and logging are exacerbated by mining's extensive environmental footprint, including pollution and infrastructure development. The analysis by Profundo, commissioned by Rainforest Foundation Norway, urges a reduction in consumption from forest regions.
