Indigenous peoples are increasingly referring to a phenomenon called “green colonialism.” The term finds its roots in the recurrent injustices indigenous peoples face today, at the behest of the energy transition.
Around 42% of the land and biodiversity are governed by Indigenous peoples. The accelerated deployment of renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power requires a massive land surface. However, Indigenous peoples have been frequently marginalized, especially in efforts to take control of their lands or other natural resources for economic prosperity
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