A recent McKinsey study reveals that Brazil, the sixth-largest emitter of greenhouse gases (GHGs), has a unique emission profile, majorly influenced by illegal deforestation. João Guillaumon, a McKinsey partner, notes that 95% of emission reductions in Brazil can be achieved at a cost below US$20 per ton of carbon. Key sectors for decarbonization include land […]
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