#deforestation

#deforestation

The new law widely referred to as the devastation bill passed in congress in the early hours of Thursday by 267 votes to 116, despite opposition from more than 350 organisations and social movements.

"Consumers probably expect that when buying a luxury product, the high price tag guarantees some level of ethics and sustainability," Lara Shirra White, an Earthsight researcher told DW. "They don't expect that the leather bag might be linked to deforestation and human rights violations."

The Israeli government's revocation of the nature reserve status for Jabal Abu Ghneim has led to significant environmental degradation and the establishment of settlements.

The trade tariffs implemented during Donald Trump's administration may inadvertently shift demand for soya-bean exports away from the United States, leading to increased deforestation risks.

In the Brazilian Amazon, ranchers face a challenging landscape marked by droughts and pressure from multinational corporations, struggling to balance profitability with environmental responsibility.

While trees play a vital role in sustaining life, deforestation poses a serious threat as 10 million hectares are destroyed annually, affecting billions reliant on forests.

Edelman's conflicts of interest at a climate conference are almost too many to count, making it impossible for them to effectively advocate for Cop30's agenda.