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Indigenous Communities In Panama Commemorate March Against Open-Pit Mining In Which Two Protestors Were Killed, Louisa Reynolds
Indigenous Communities In Panama Commemorate March Against Open-Pit Mining In Which Two Protestors Were Killed, Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article outlines a commemorative anti-mining march in Panama that took place early February 2013. The march marked the one year anniversary of Ngãbe Buglé indigenous community protests against the elimination of an article in a mining bill that outlawed mineral extraction on the Ngãbe Buglé reservation. They were also protesting the construction of the Barro Blanco hydroelectric project without an environmental impact assessment and prior consultation (as stipulated in ILO Convention 169). The article examines the Martinelli government's response to the protests, in addition to their failure to consult with the indigenous community on either of the projects.
Guatemalan Army Colonel, Eight Soldiers Will Stand Trial For Totonicapán Masssacre, Louisa Reynolds
Guatemalan Army Colonel, Eight Soldiers Will Stand Trial For Totonicapán Masssacre, Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the trial of a Guatemalan Army colonel and eight other soldiers for the October 2012 death of seven indigenous protestors in the department of Totonicapán. The victims were part of a group of individuals who were protesting energy price increases. The article examines the actions of the army and the government in covering up the event, in addition to exploring the question of the possible scapegoating of the officers in question for the persisting brutal and violent power embedded within the Army.
El Salvador Seeks International Help To Block Gold Mine In Guatemala, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
El Salvador Seeks International Help To Block Gold Mine In Guatemala, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the opposition in El Salvador to the Cerro Blanco gold mine, located just over the border in Guatemala. The environmental effects of the mine, namely water pollution and deforestation, constitute the primary concerns about the mine. El Salvador has frozen foreign mining and is seeking international pressure to impede the mine operations in Guatemala.
Huge Explosion Rocks Administrative Headquarters Of State-Run Oil Company Pemex In Mexico City; Gas Leak Apparent Cause, Carlos Navarro
Huge Explosion Rocks Administrative Headquarters Of State-Run Oil Company Pemex In Mexico City; Gas Leak Apparent Cause, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article outlines the January 2013 explosion in one of the towers of PEMEX headquarters in Mexico City. It identifies some of the unofficial sabotage theories that arose as a result of the government's cautious approach to name the cause, stating that the explosion will bring an additional variable to consider in reforming Mexico's energy sector.
Increasingly Critical Situation For Brazil's Indigenous Peoples, José Pedro Martins
Increasingly Critical Situation For Brazil's Indigenous Peoples, José Pedro Martins
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This articles discusses the critical developments with regards to the situation of Brazil's indigenous peoples. The article outlines recent events, such as the razing of a Rio de Janeiro building that house indigenous families; the death of three indigenous children as a result of becoming stranded in poor urban living condition; and threats of collective suicide as an alternative to being driven off their ancestral lands. The article describes in-depth the issue of suicide within indigenous communities, also documenting the support and solidarity they have received from various Brazilian religious agencies and figures--namely, Catholic bishops.
Region's Indigenous Leaders Demand To Be Heard, Louisa Reynolds
Region's Indigenous Leaders Demand To Be Heard, Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the 10th Indigenous Fund Assembly, held in November 2012. It provides a brief summary of the topics covered at the gathering, focusing on the contentious issue of prior consultation of indigenous communities in national policy and project implementation. The article also discusses the notion of 'buen vivir' (good living), and how this concept, along with human rights, could be utilized in creating more appropriate indicators to measure progress in development and rights for indigenous people in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Controversial Highway A Step Closer In Bolivia, Andrés Gaudín
Controversial Highway A Step Closer In Bolivia, Andrés Gaudín
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article provides information about the indigenous consultation process undertaken by the Bolivian government with regards to the TIPNIS highway project. It officially concluded on December 9, 2012. The article looks at the democratic nature of the process, the constraining conditions that arose as a result of the consultation, and the actors involved, specifically those opposed to the project.
Ejército Zapatista De Liberación Nacional Observes 19th Anniversary Of Uprising In Chiapas, Carlos Navarro
Ejército Zapatista De Liberación Nacional Observes 19th Anniversary Of Uprising In Chiapas, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article details the historical and contemporary events that marked the 19th anniversary of the Zapatista uprising in Chiapas, Mexico. The article not only provides information on the current state of the EZLN autonomous communities, but also offers multiple parties' perspectives on the indigenous rights law passed in 2001. The article concludes with the EZLN and Subcomandante Marcos' criticism of the recently elected president, Enrique Peña Nieto.
Corporate-Friendly Fisheries Bill Sparks Protests In Chile, Divides Opposition, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Corporate-Friendly Fisheries Bill Sparks Protests In Chile, Divides Opposition, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the controversy surrounding the Ley de Pesca in Chile, whose purpose is to create a new regulatory framework for commercial fishing, making it more environmentally sustainable. While some critics of the legislation state that it unfairly favors corporate fisheries, others express concern over the fact that Chilean waters are already overfished.
Civil Society Organizations Brand Guatemalan Government's Report To U.N. 'Superficial', Louisa Reynolds
Civil Society Organizations Brand Guatemalan Government's Report To U.N. 'Superficial', Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article details the latest UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Guatamala and its compliance with 2008 recommendations. While the official government delegation indicated that progress has been made in addressing peace, justice, security, and hunger, members of civil society organizations stated that the report was "superficial" and that it failed to address the abuses committed by oil and mining corporations.
Signs That Climate Change Is Already Spelling Big Trouble For Tiny El Salvador, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Signs That Climate Change Is Already Spelling Big Trouble For Tiny El Salvador, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses how climate change is already having serious effects on El Salvador. Despite the country's relatively small share of global carbon dioxide output, El Salvador is experiencing the compounded effects of climate change--rising sea levels as well as shifting weather patterns that disrupt economic livelihoods, such as farming. In addition, the article discusses how the Funes administration is addressing the changes. These approaches range from implementing school curriculum on climate change to increased spending on infrastructural improvements.
U.S., Mexico Sign Landmark Water-Sharing Agreement For Colorado River, Carlos Navarro
U.S., Mexico Sign Landmark Water-Sharing Agreement For Colorado River, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the landmark agreement by which the United States and Mexico will share and manage water from the Colorado River, allowing them to better respond to drought and other environmental challenges. The new agreement gives the two countries more flexibility and creates a mechanism to avoid disputes, which the article discusses in-depth.
Federal Government Investigating Mining Companies In Coahuila For Collusion With Zetas Cartel, Carlos Navarro
Federal Government Investigating Mining Companies In Coahuila For Collusion With Zetas Cartel, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses accusations of alleged collusion between the Zetas Cartel and mining companies located in Coahuila, Mexico. The Mexican federal government is looking into the involvement of the Federal Electricity Commission, which may have served as a money laundering entity. The article also details some of the human rights abuses that may have taken place in the mines under the control of the Zetas, and examines the presence of organized crime in the Mexican economy.
Indigenous Justice In Ecuador, Luis Ángel Saavedra
Indigenous Justice In Ecuador, Luis Ángel Saavedra
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This articles discusses the challenges and tensions encountered between indigenous and national systems of justice in Ecuador. The article highlights some of the major issues surrounding indigenous systems, namely, how crime should be dealt with, as well as how indigenous justice has been negatively portrayed in the media. The article suggests that indigenous communities know how to structure their justice systems the best; thus, the national justice system should work with them in a collaborative effort.
Army Shoots Dead Seven Indigenous Protesting Rising Electricity Bills From Energuate, Louisa Reynolds
Army Shoots Dead Seven Indigenous Protesting Rising Electricity Bills From Energuate, Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article describes the confrontation that occurred between indigenous K'iche Maya protesters and members of the police and armed forces that ended in the death of seven of the protesters. The protesters were contesting energy price hikes as well as unmet demands for street lighting. The article also highlights the responses of various government officials, including Interior Minister Mauricio López Bonilla and Foreign Minister Harold Caballeros, who has come under fire for his insensitive comments about the event.
Recurring Dream: Us$6.6 Billion Alba Oil Project Inches Ahead In Nicaragua, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Recurring Dream: Us$6.6 Billion Alba Oil Project Inches Ahead In Nicaragua, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Just months after pledging to build a longdreamedabout "Nicaragua Canal," the government of President Daniel Ortega is now turning its attention to another expensive megaproject: a Venezuelanbacked oil pipeline and refinery scheme called the Supremo Sueño de Bolívar (Bolívar's Supreme Dream). This article discusses the plans to fund and subsequently build the project, breaking it down in three steps. Not only has skepticism arisen given Chavez's track record of unfulfilled but promised infrastructure projects, but environmental concerns have also been voiced over the planned location of the refinery.
Pemex Announces New Discovery In Deep Waters Of Gulf Of Mexico, Carlos Navarro
Pemex Announces New Discovery In Deep Waters Of Gulf Of Mexico, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses PEMEX's recent discovery of oil in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. It is the second major deep water discovery in the region. The article discusses the need for private investment in order to extract the oil and speculates about the future of bilateral agreements between Mexico and the US regarding deep water oil discoveries.
Bill To Protect Sierra Caral Remains Stalled In Congress, Louisa Reynolds
Bill To Protect Sierra Caral Remains Stalled In Congress, Louisa Reynolds
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the conservation efforts to protect Sierra Caral, the most biodiverse forest remnant in Guatemala, from severe deforestation. This is occurring largely due to the forced displacement of campesinos by narco-ranchers in the Motagua Valley. In addition, the article provides the bill's aspects and an in-depth look at what the Sierra Caral conservationists are proposing in their efforts to be sensitive to the displaced residents.
President-Elect Enrique Peña Nieto Tours Six Latin American Countries To Discuss Cooperation, Offers Insights On Domestic Plans In Key Areas, Carlos Navarro
President-Elect Enrique Peña Nieto Tours Six Latin American Countries To Discuss Cooperation, Offers Insights On Domestic Plans In Key Areas, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the significance of 2012 president-elect Enrique Peña Nieto's tour of Latin American countries in September 2012. In Brazil, Peña Nieto met with President Dilma Rousseff to strengthen cooperative and collaborative relations regarding their oil industries. Petrobras represents a potential model that Mexico's state-owned oil company PEMEX could follow in its efforts to modernize its practices and increase productivity.
Fatal Explosion At Natural-Gas Plant In Tamaulipas Exposes Safety, Staffing Problems For State-Run Oil Company Pemex, Carlos Navarro
Fatal Explosion At Natural-Gas Plant In Tamaulipas Exposes Safety, Staffing Problems For State-Run Oil Company Pemex, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article provides information on the explosion that occurred at a PEMEX natural gas distribution plant in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico in September 2012. As a result of the explosion, questions regarding PEMEX staffing and emergency procedures have been raised.
Venezuela's Full Membership Changes Face Of Mercosur, Andrés Gaudin
Venezuela's Full Membership Changes Face Of Mercosur, Andrés Gaudin
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the issues surrounding Venezuela's admittance as a full member of MERCOSUR. One of the primary results of this membership is the increased collaboration between member countries regarding oil and gas exploitation, as well as discounted prices of crude.
Colombia's Indigenous Struggle To Avoid Nation's Internal War, Andrés Gaudin
Colombia's Indigenous Struggle To Avoid Nation's Internal War, Andrés Gaudin
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article discusses the recent progress in peace talks between FARC, Colombian indigenous groups, and the Colombian government. It also examines the marginalization and poverty experienced by Colombia's indigenous groups, a result of the detrimental effects of natural resource extraction (eg., minerals and hydrocarbons) and other large-scale economic development projects.
Environmental Advocates, Federal Agencies Criticize State-Run Oil Company Pemex For Inadequate Response To Oil Spill Off Coast Of Oaxaca, Carlos Navarro
Environmental Advocates, Federal Agencies Criticize State-Run Oil Company Pemex For Inadequate Response To Oil Spill Off Coast Of Oaxaca, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
This article talks about the August 11 PEMEX oil spill that occurred off the Oaxaca coast. It focuses primarily on PEMEX's inadequate response to containing the spill, as well as the company's alleged lackluster clean up efforts with regards to this spill and to recent past spills.
Ecuadoran Government Will Modify Laws To Favor Mining, Luis Ángel Saavedra
Ecuadoran Government Will Modify Laws To Favor Mining, Luis Ángel Saavedra
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
It has become customary for large transnational mining companies to pressure governments to modify national legislation to suit company interests. However, this was not expected to happen in Ecuador since its Constitution specifically protects the rights of nature and is very clear on the control the state must have of extractive activities as well as on the state's share of earnings from this industry. This is to the dismay of environmental and human rights organizations, who view the policy reforms as unconstitutional.
"Mapuche Conflict" Flares Up In Chile's Araucanía Region, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
"Mapuche Conflict" Flares Up In Chile's Araucanía Region, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
A flurry of arson attacks, land occupations, and violent police raids have refocused public attention on Chile's longsimmering "Mapuche conflict," which is once again showing signs of boiling over. Sonamed for the involvement of ethnic Mapuches, Chile's largest indigenous group, the conflict also involves nonMapuche farmers and rural business magnates, as well as heavily armed carabineros [uniformed police], which maintain a constant presence in and around certain 'hotspot' communities in the Biobío and Araucanía regions. Fueling tensions are issues of poverty, land ownership, and racism.
Mexico Urged To Prepare To Transition Out Of Export Market That Is Too Reliant On Oil, Carlos Navarro
Mexico Urged To Prepare To Transition Out Of Export Market That Is Too Reliant On Oil, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
In late July, the governments statistics agency (Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía, INEGI) released what appear to be very favorable tradebalance statistics for Mexico. INEGI reported Mexico's trade surplus at nearly US$3.3 billion for the first six months of 2012, compared with surpluses of US$3.1 billion in JanuaryJune 2011 and US$288 million in the first six months of 2010.'
Mining--A Bone Of Contention In Per, Elsa Chanduvi Jaña
Mining--A Bone Of Contention In Per, Elsa Chanduvi Jaña
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Peruvian President Ollanta Humala has proposed "a new relationship with extractive activities, especially mining," which will have "an environmental and social vision." He made the proposal on June 20 at the plenary meeting of world leaders at the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), held in Brazil June 20-22. The proposed relationship will seek to continue the exploitation of natural resources, but in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. However, increased extractive activities have resulted in increased social conflict. This has led Peruvian communities and activists to demand changes to environmental management. They are asking for greater emphasis on the …
As Haiti Gears Up To Boost Declining Agricultural Sector, International Cooperation Supports Efforts, George Rodríguez
As Haiti Gears Up To Boost Declining Agricultural Sector, International Cooperation Supports Efforts, George Rodríguez
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Agriculture provides a livelihood for more than 1 million of Haiti's 9.7 million people and is the source of some 50% of jobs nationwide, yet its productivity is among the lowest in the Latin American and Caribbean region. The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), along with other international entities, are providing Haiti with funding not only for agricultural projects, but also for projects that involve modernizing the country's educational and health systems, as well as the energy sector and its infrastructure.
El Salvador's Government Sends General Water Law Into Legislative Pipeline, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
El Salvador's Government Sends General Water Law Into Legislative Pipeline, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
For the million or so residents of greater San Salvador whose faucets run dry on a regular basis, the message they received in late April from the Administración de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (ANDA) was a familiar one: "It's going to be a while." Because of technical problems, the pumping station that supplies those homes is only operating at about half capacity right now, according to ANDA, El Salvador's state water regulator. Las Parvas, as the plant is called, draws water from the Río Lempa, El Salvador's largest river, and supplies between 45% and 60% of greater San Salvador's drinking water. …
First Presidential Debate Marked By Attacks On Front-Runner Enrique Peña Nieto, Carlos Navarro
First Presidential Debate Marked By Attacks On Front-Runner Enrique Peña Nieto, Carlos Navarro
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
The four candidates seeking to become the next president of Mexico squared off in an uninspiring and sometimes confusing debate marked by attacks and disqualifications. "Three of the four candidates seeking the presidency in the July 1 election interacted in a disorderly and perhaps schizophrenic manner," said the Coahuilabased daily newspaper Vanguardia. "They mixed criticisms with promises that have already been heard for the last few months in advertisements and interviews." However, Gabriel Quadri de la Torre, candidate of the PANAL party, stood out from the other three candidates, specifically on the topic of renewable energy policy.