In a recent ruling, a North Dakota jury awarded Energy Transfer, a major pipeline company, hundreds of millions of dollars in damages from Greenpeace. The lawsuit stemmed from protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline, which captured national attention in 2016 and 2017, led primarily by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.
The jury, after deliberating for about two days, found that Greenpeace had a significant role in the protests, despite the environmental group's claims that they only played a minor part. Energy Transfer's co-founder, Kelcy Warren, had strong words during closing arguments, asserting that the protests created a misleading narrative about his company.
This verdict has raised concerns for Greenpeace, as they pointed out that such a financial loss could threaten their ability to continue operations. The case highlights the ongoing conflict between energy companies and environmental groups, showcasing the complicated dynamics of advocacy and corporate interests in the fight over natural resources.
The jury, after deliberating for about two days, found that Greenpeace had a significant role in the protests, despite the environmental group's claims that they only played a minor part. Energy Transfer's co-founder, Kelcy Warren, had strong words during closing arguments, asserting that the protests created a misleading narrative about his company.
This verdict has raised concerns for Greenpeace, as they pointed out that such a financial loss could threaten their ability to continue operations. The case highlights the ongoing conflict between energy companies and environmental groups, showcasing the complicated dynamics of advocacy and corporate interests in the fight over natural resources.
