Topic: Brazil

The people of the Amazon are under attack: The Brazilian government wants to put the giant Belo Monte dam in the river, which would flood a whopping 415 square miles. The dam would power smelts for mining, displace more than 20,000 indigenous people, and produce tons of methane. Watch this video narrated by actress and activist Sigourney Weaver to learn more – after which you’ll have a chance to sign a petition to pressure Brazil’s government to stop the damn dam construction before it starts: More »