Tag: Environment
Does the military have to follow environmental law in Guam? The Supreme Court will decide
In January 2024, the United States Supreme Court agreed to hear a major environmental lawsuit...
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Guam’s political status under scrutiny amid deep-sea mining push
The possibility of a deep-sea mining operation in Guam has continuously caused concern amongst the...
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Northern Mariana Islands move forward with comprehensive waste management plan
The Northern Mariana Islands is making notable progress toward improving its approach to waste...
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US Department of the Interior funding for the US territories passes the House
The United States House of Representatives approved the Department of the Interior, Environment,...
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Federally-backed dredging of San Juan Bay begins
Dredging of the San Juan harbor began in early April, expanding Puerto Rico’s largest seaport. The...
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Puerto Rico’s environmental evolution necessary for its prosperity
The aftermath of Hurricane Maria marked an environmental catastrophe. The mega-storm tore through...
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Context of conservation
As island paradises, the unincorporated territories of the United States have many commonalities...
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US territories’ March 13-19, 2023 news week in tweets
American Samoa Governor appoints new member to hospital board despite calls to renew Dr. Jean...
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Law creates path for clean energy in US Territories
The United States territories are amongst the jurisdictions impacted the most by climate change in...
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US military continues use of burn pit in Guam, despite potential hazards
Military burn pits are globally used by the United States Government as a disposal method where...
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US Territories’ August 22-28, 2022 news week in tweets
Marianas Southern Airways launches new route to Guam Marianas Southern Airways has launched a new...
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