Argentine Environmental Groups Launch Legal Battle Over Glacier Law Reform

Argentina’s contentious reform of its Glacier Law has ignited a fierce legal and environmental battle. The new amendments, approved by the lower house after a daylong debate, narrow the definition of protected glacial zones, potentially greenlighting mining and infrastructure projects in previously restricted areas. Environmental groups argue this jeopardizes vital water resources for millions and undermines protections of fragile ecosystems. In response, an alliance of NGOs, including Greenpeac