http://www.peakstoprairies.org/Network/News/index.cfm http://www.peakstoprairies.org/network/news/NewsItem.cfm?ID=1116 The current thrust toward energy independence may offer the Navajo Nation an opportunity to create green jobs, initiate an economic renewal and revive traditional enterprises, according to tribal advocates. A new Navajo Green Economy Coalition is preparing a resolution for the council that, if approved, would allocate $6 to $10 million for a Navajo Green Energy Commission and Navajo Green Economy Fund. The coalition was formed to help transition and diversify the Navajo economy to one that is long-lasting, sustainable and healthy through a green jobs initiative that includes "generally, low-polluting and recycling interactions with the environment," she said. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 MST