Using ‘rights of nature’ to correct environmental wrongs

by Abi LudwigRONI in the News, US News, Washington NewsPosted on Comments are Disabled

Tired of constantly battling to protect nature, Abi Ludwig, cofounder of the Olympia group Rights of Nature Initiative (RONI) said they’re “going on the offense.” “We’re at that point where nature has to fight back and we’re ready to take that on from the community level,” said Rachel Kurtz, president and cofounder of RONI. Kurtz and Ludwig are part of a growing movement to establish rights for nature to exist and thrive.

Empowering Nature's Voice

Environmental group pushing for ‘Rights of Nature’ law for Deschutes River

by Abi LudwigRONI in the News, US News, Washington NewsPosted on Comments are Disabled

A group of environmentalists is working to enact “Rights of Nature” laws for Washington rivers across the state. Olympia-based Rights of Nature Initiative (RONI) Coalition is pushing for an ordinance that recognizes the rights of the Deschutes River. RONI is in its early stages and started its outreach last week when it pitched its vision to the Local Good Governance Coalition.  They also held a webinar this week and talked to interested residents about the concept of the rights of nature.