Interior Department shifts focus to conservation, renewable energy on public lands
The Washington Post — April 18, 2024, 08:00 PM UTC
Summary: A new Interior Department rule shifts focus on public lands from resource extraction to conservation, recreation, and renewable energy. The rule affects 245 million acres, offering restoration and mitigation leases for conservation efforts. The move is praised by conservationists but faces legal challenges from fossil fuel industry groups. The rule aims to combat climate change impacts and prioritize landscape health, incorporating Indigenous knowledge.
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