Patagonia’s Wildest Rivers to be Dammed
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June, 01, 2011 10:56:00
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Flickr image by International Rivers
Chilean authorities have approved a $7 billion project to dam two of the world’s purest free-flowing rivers.
On May 9th, despite widespread public opposition, commissioners voted to pursue the construction of five dams on the Baker and Pascua rivers in Aysen, southern Chile.
Global Greengrants Fund has been supporting grassroots groups in Chile for years in their struggle to protect one of our planet’s most pristine wildernesses. We maintain hope in the power of grassroots opposition, that this project can still be stopped.You can send a message of support to longtime grantee Patagonia Sin Represas (Patagonia Without Dams) on their Facebook Page.
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved in the campaign to protect Patagonia’s rivers.
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