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Scientists using Lidar technology are uncovering Amazon’s lost cities, revealing how ancient Indigenous civilizations thrived and sustainably managed the rainforest.
Brazil’s entry into OPEC+ ahead of COP30 highlights the nation’s dual pursuit of economic growth and expanded oil drilling in the Amazon, sparking environmental concerns.
A Chinese mainland-built power project brings stable energy to Brazil’s Amazon, overcoming unpredictable weather and long transmission distances.
A recent report warns that armed groups in Colombia’s Amazon are impeding efforts to reduce deforestation, threatening the region’s rich biodiversity.
South America sets a new record with over 346,000 wildfire hotspots this year, driven by extreme heat and climate change.
Brazil’s Amazon deforestation slows by nearly half compared to last year, marking the largest reduction since 2016, as per government satellite data.
Colombia achieves its lowest deforestation rates in 23 years, with a 36% drop in 2023. Government programs and peace talks contribute to preserving the Amazon rainforest.
Brazil reports an 11.6% decrease in deforestation in 2023, losing 1.83 million hectares of native vegetation. The Amazon and Cerrado biomes account for over 85% of the loss.
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon dropped to a six-year low in early 2024, signaling progress in conservation efforts under President Lula’s administration.
Brazil’s Amazon deforestation falls 30% in February, marking progress towards ending illegal logging by 2030, despite rising Cerrado threats.