The Dakota Access Pipeline: Standing Rock's Fight for Environmental Justice

The Dakota Access Pipeline, proposed to transport crude oil through the Dakotas and Iowa, faced significant opposition due to its route under Lake Awaahee, a crucial water source for the Sioux Tribes. Protests, including long-distance runs by youth, and legal actions ensued. Despite a lawsuit and restraining order being denied, President Trump signed an order to proceed with the pipeline. Energy Transfer Partners later announced plans to double its capacity. In 2020, a federal judge ordered the pipeline's shutdown, but it continued to operate pending a Supreme Court-mandated environmental review. The struggle for environmental justice persists.

What was the proposed purpose of the Dakota Access Pipeline?

Describe the main concerns raised by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe regarding the pipeline.

What actions did the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe take in response to the pipeline's approval?

What was the outcome of the lawsuit filed by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe against the US Army Corps of Engineers?

What did the Supreme Court ruling in 2022 determine regarding the Dakota Access Pipeline?