As nations struggle to meet their climate pledges, an ugly truth has emerged. Too many renewable energy projects designed to reduce dependence on fossil fuels come at the expense of indigenous peoples. These groups manage more than one quarter of the world's land surface, yet they are rarely involved in conservation projects.


Even more alarming, their rights curtailed in favor of industries who deforest land and otherwise harm the environment. Indigenous communities also regularly have their rights stripped by conservation organizations who are meant to be stewards of the environment. This is called "green colonialism" creating another cruel irony in the quest for clean, green energy.


On today's show, Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss the inequities associated with the West's emphasis on green energy at the expense of indigenous people's traditional rights. Please join the conversation on The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern every Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/) . Share your insights by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


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