Brazil’s auction of over 600 oil and gas exploration blocks has sparked a complex debate. This decision came just after the COP28 climate summit, where Brazil committed to reducing fossil fuel dependency. However, the auction has been met with criticism for potentially contradicting these environmental commitments. Environmental organizations and indigenous leaders have protested this move. […]
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