The region has long been at the centre of territorial conflicts, but pressure has grown in recent years as agricultural, mining and timber operations invade Indigenous lands
The problems that face our planet are real. But when we think globally and demand a higher standard of sustainability from ourselves and others, we can make a real difference.
Greta Thunberg is echoing doomsayers who distract from the real solution for human-caused global warming: a solid replacement for the fossil fuels that have sparked prosperity
It is easy to dismiss warnings when they come from think tanks or environmental NGOs, but not when they are coming from an institution known for its data-driven reports and inherently cautious nature.