Energy Transfer Lawsuit Against Greenpeace Heads to Jury Deliberation

The $300 million case centers on Greenpeace's alleged role in delaying the Dakota Access Pipeline and influencing investor withdrawals.

Energy Transfer alleges Greenpeace funded and incited violent protests during the Dakota Access Pipeline construction, causing a five-month delay and financial losses.
The lawsuit claims Greenpeace defamed the company, leading nearly half of the pipeline's investors to withdraw or reduce their support.
Greenpeace denies promoting violence, asserting its actions were peaceful and based on information it believed to be accurate at the time.
The trial also examines the definition of tribal land, with disputes over whether the pipeline crossed sacred Sioux territory as outlined in the 1868 Treaty.
A verdict in the case, which Greenpeace says could threaten its U.S. operations, is expected after jury deliberations begin this week.