The Amazon rainforest’s deforestation rate in Brazil reached a six-year low in the first two months of 2024. The Imazon Institute reported a 63% decrease to 196 km² from 523 km² in the same period of 2023. This marks a significant step towards the goal of zero deforestation by 2030, yet challenges persist, emphasizing the […]
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