Scientists have, for the first time, quantified a direct link between greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and polar bear survival. The report “Unlock the Endangered Species Act to address GHG emissions” provides a template for estimating the demographic impact of proposed GHG-emitting actions on polar bears overcoming a loophole in the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that has historically blocked climate considerations. The approach outlined in the paper connects the dots between greenhouse gas emissions, the number of ice-free days caused by specific amounts of emissions, and polar bear survival rates. The implications of this study go far beyond polar bears and sea ice, with the methodology applicable to other species and policy frameworks.
“I was separated from my family with only a few papers as evidence of my Tribal status,” writes Hilary Tompkins. “The loss of my culture was not just personal, but political.” She is celebrating the decision by the Supreme Court not to overturn the Indian Child Welfare Act, a ruling that will allow Native children put up for adoption to continue to maintain bonds with their tribal communities.
Alaskans should prepare for major changes to the unique legal framework governing tribal lands in Alaska. In mid-November, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) announced that it.
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Robert Anderson Nominated As Solicitor Of The Department Of The Interior
Robert (Bob) Anderson’s nomination as Solicitor of the Department of the Interior was formally transmitted by the White House to the United States Senate today. Bob has served as Interior’s Principal Deputy Solicitor since January 20, 2021.
“Bob has extensive legal expertise with regard to Native American Tribes, public lands, and water – all of which will help advance Interior’s mission to steward America s natural, cultural and historic resources and honor our nation-to-nation relationship with Tribes in accordance with the spirit and letter of the law. He is a thoughtful and trusted senior