From my perspective, we've learned from indigenous people. We have indigenous people working on staff who have brought us that knowledge through their way of knowing. We have western scientists who bring their perspective. It's enriched our ability to actually understand things. In fact, while some may think it's contradictory, as you learn more and more and you go into the depth of both systems, you can see how they complement each other. They in fact give us a better way of implementing projects as we go forward. It's not that they're contradictory; I think they actually bring two knowledge systems and two ways of thinking to bear on problems.
Take the problem of nuclear waste management. It's a generational project. Bringing those knowledge systems together is quite important and critical so that we're implementing this in the best way for people and the environment, and also from a safety perspective. To me it's very critical.
I don't think they're contradictory. I think they're just a necessary part of how we can do the best for everyone.