Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to lowest on record as pivotal vote looms
Forest clearance at smallest total since records began in 1988 in success for Lula ahead of presidential run-off Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has…
The Guardian reports: Forest clearance at smallest total since records began in 1988 in success for Lula ahead of presidential run-off Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen to its lowest level since records began, new government data shows.
This environment story centres on Brazil. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Brazilian Amazon, Lula and Deforestation.
Why it matters
Developments affecting the environment are closely tied to public health, economies and how communities prepare for change.
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- Brazil · Americas
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- Brazilian Amazon, Lula, Deforestation, Donald Trump
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- Environment
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