May 15, 2007

DOI & EPA Issue Report on Tribal Protection of the Environment

"Tribal Successes: Protecting the Environment and Natural Resources" was published earlier this month. This 42 page report was issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Interior and the Offices of Inspector General. It highlights successful innovative practices of 14 different tribes who overcame legal and regulatory issues, resource limitations, and communication problems to acheive environment and natural resources protection goals.