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First Nations, community groups challenge pipeline construction in court

The British Columbia government announced a new consultation framework for First Nations on mining claims, aligning with a 2023 Supreme Court ruling in GitxaaBa vs. British Columbia.
A coalition of community groups and Kispiox First Nation is legally challenging the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline project, arguing that the B.C. Energy Regulator approved construction without a required full assessment.
The Nisga'a Nation states that the pipeline is crucial for its economic future and aims to set a standard for environmental protection and prosperity for other Nations.

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Jamestown Sun

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Federal judge dismisses Standing Rock lawsuit against Army Corps of Engineers over DAPL

WASHINGTON — Calling allegations made by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe "confusing and contradictory" and saying their lawsuit was "prematurely filed," the chief judge of U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. on Friday, March 28, granted a request by the defendants in the case, including the state of North Dakota, to dismiss it. The lawsuit, filed against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in October, argued that the Dakota Access Pipeline was op…

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DC's Baseless Suit vs. Energy Producers Must Be Dismissed

The District of Columbia has joined a growing trend of progressive states, cities and municipalities across the country litigating the alleged impacts of global carbon emissions in state courts.

1 day ago·Chicago, United States

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Construction Techniques and Protecting the Pipeline from Earthquake

When the original engineers sat down to design the pipeline, federal geologists and environmentalists noted that unique obstacles, including permafrost and earthquakes, would challenge the idea that the pipeline.

1 day ago·Washington, United States

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Carbon pipeline company files for pause or dismissal of legal fights in South Dakota

A carbon dioxide pipeline company has asked courts to pause or dismiss its pending legal fights against landowners and a state regulator in South Dakota after the state’s adoption of a law that prevents the company from using eminent domain.…

2 days ago·Cherokee County, United States

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Gitanyow chiefs tell B.C. court LNG project threatens salmon rights

Gitanyow chiefs are fighting in court over a proposed LNG terminal at the mouth of the Nass River, arguing it threatens critical salmon habitats and violates their rights to consultation.

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B.C. court hears challenge to Nisga’a-led natural gas pipeline

The 800-kilometre Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline will run from northeastern B.C. to a floating liquified natural gas terminal on Nisga'a land on Pearse Island.

2 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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