Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Greenpeace Faces $300 Million Lawsuit Over Pipeline Protests

3/16/2025

27 5

Summary

Story summary

Greenpeace is under fire, facing a staggering $300 million lawsuit that threatens its U.S. operations. The legal battle arises from protests against a controversial pipeline near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, with Energy Transfer accusing the organization of inciting unlawful actions and waging a harmful publicity campaign. A jury's decision looms on the horizon.

1 of 1

Story summary

Greenpeace is under fire, facing a staggering $300 million lawsuit that threatens its U.S. operations. The legal battle arises from protests against a controversial pipeline near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, with Energy Transfer accusing the organization of inciting unlawful actions and waging a harmful publicity campaign. A jury's decision looms on the horizon.