23 Mar, 17:00··

Corruption Probe Uncovers Forestalia Scheme

El País

An investigation into Forestalia, a renewable energy company, has revealed a scheme involving bribery and manipulation of environmental approvals. Public officials and workers reported irregularities in project submissions, including pressured cease-and-desist orders and altered reports, allegedly designed to benefit the company’s founder, Fernando Samper. The investigation, led by a Spanish judge, centers on allegations of corruption within the central and Aragon regional governments.

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