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Indigenous Leaders Flag Renewable Risks, $1.2 T Fossil Subsidies

4/28/2026

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Indigenous leaders at Santa Marta warned renewable projects could still threaten territories through mineral extraction.
California’s deputy secretary for climate policy said the state stays committed to carbon neutrality by 2045.
The International Institute for Sustainable Development reported fossil fuel subsidies totaled $1.2 trillion in 2024 versus $254 billion for clean energy.
Indigenous participants held a forum and will add recommendations to the People’s Summit document for upcoming ministerial meetings.

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Indigenous leaders at Santa Marta warned renewable projects could still threaten territories through mineral extraction.
California’s deputy secretary for climate policy said the state stays committed to carbon neutrality by 2045.
The International Institute for Sustainable Development reported fossil fuel subsidies totaled $1.2 trillion in 2024 versus $254 billion for clean energy.
Indigenous participants held a forum and will add recommendations to the People’s Summit document for upcoming ministerial meetings.