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Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Prince William visited Brazil, criticizing illegal deforestation in the Amazon and highlighting conservation efforts, including planting mangroves and supporting wildlife protection, while promoting the Earthshot Prize and addressing global environmental issues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Brazilian President Lula vows to intensify efforts to remove thousands of illegal miners from the Yanomami Indigenous territory in the Amazon, acknowledging the resurgence of environmental criminals despite initial crackdown success. Lula convened top officials to address the crisis, emphasizing the government's commitment to protecting Indigenous lands and combating illegal mining with full force. While facing criticism over the waning anti-mining offensive, Lula's administration achieved a 50% reduction in Amazon deforestation in its first year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Euronews
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon has dropped by 34% during the first six months of President Lula's term, according to government satellite data. This marks a reversal from the four years of rising destruction under former leader Bolsonaro. However, experts caution that the fight against deforestation is not over, as the data only covers the first half of the year and the dry season, when deforestation tends to increase, is still ahead. Lula has pledged to rein in illegal logging and undo the environmental devastation caused during Bolsonaro's term, but challenges remain, including a shortage of personnel and the looming threat of forest fires exacerbated by El Niño. To achieve the goal of ending net deforestation in the Amazon by 2030, experts emphasize the need for sustainable productive chains and community management in the region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
President Joe Biden has pledged $500 million over five years to reduce deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest and $1 billion to the Green Climate Fund to help developing countries combat climate change. The funding would make the US one of the biggest contributors to the Amazon Fund and double the country's overall contribution to the Green Climate Fund. However, the investment would require Congressional approval. The Biden administration aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 and has urged developed countries to provide international climate assistance to poorer nations.