‘From colonial history to climate change, the Yukon river’s future is intertwined with ours’
Bathsheba Demuth examines the Yukon river’s watershed, which spans from Canada to Alaska. The region’s rich cultural fabric includes diverse indigenous societies and a history of colonial exploitation. The salmon migration is crucial for the ecosystem. Climate change poses significant challenges, affecting permafrost and species distribution. Legal traditions play a key role in shaping human-environment interactions.