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Indigenous Knowledge: Key to Climate Action, Say Leaders

10/1/2025

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Indigenous Leadership Matters

UNESCO highlights Indigenous knowledge as essential to environmental stewardship in a 21-story publication.
The Amazon Indigenous Pre-COP calls for direct climate finance to Indigenous communities, bypassing intermediaries.
Amazon Indigenous leaders reaffirm commitments to protect territories and integrate Indigenous contributions into national policies.
United States federal agencies increasingly recognize Indigenous practices in fire management and land stewardship.

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Haisla Nation's Influence

The Haisla Nation holds a majority stake in the $6 billion Cedar LNG project, with Indigenous leaders appointed to an advisory council.
Council member JP Gladu notes diverse Indigenous development experiences and resources.
Critics like Eriel Tchekwie Deranger warn of symbolic consultation.
Inuit representatives say selection lacked Indigenous input.
Great Lakes sturgeon protection blends Traditional Ecological Knowledge with science.

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Indigenous Leadership Matters

UNESCO highlights Indigenous knowledge as essential to environmental stewardship in a 21-story publication.
The Amazon Indigenous Pre-COP calls for direct climate finance to Indigenous communities, bypassing intermediaries.
Amazon Indigenous leaders reaffirm commitments to protect territories and integrate Indigenous contributions into national policies.
United States federal agencies increasingly recognize Indigenous practices in fire management and land stewardship.

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