Rain is coming, but not enough after punishing Amazon drought
The Amazon is experiencing unprecedented drought conditions, worsened by climate change and deforestation, with significant impacts on local communities.
WWF: Wildlife populations have plummeted by 73% since 1970 DW 10/10/2024
Wild animal populations have decreased by over 70% since 1970, with regions like Latin America facing declines of nearly 95%.
The report emphasizes that while the situation is dire, it is not too late to enact changes for sustainability.
Our Planet's Twin Crises
The Amazon is experiencing a record low water level due to climate change and deforestation, urging drastic measures from governments.
Planetary Carbon Sinks In Crisis And What You Can Do
Ecosystem services are at serious risk due to climate change, with the natural carbon sinks reaching their lowest absorption capacity.
Deforestation roaring back' despite 140-country vow to end destruction
Global deforestation has increased in 2023, contrary to promises made by countries to stop it by the end of the decade.
Earth's 'second lung' is under threat. Losing the Congo Basin forests would set the fight against climate change back 20 years
Inaction on climate change threatens global stability, with the Congo Basin's loss leading to ecological collapse and mass displacement of populations.
Rain is coming, but not enough after punishing Amazon drought
The Amazon is experiencing unprecedented drought conditions, worsened by climate change and deforestation, with significant impacts on local communities.
WWF: Wildlife populations have plummeted by 73% since 1970 DW 10/10/2024
Wild animal populations have decreased by over 70% since 1970, with regions like Latin America facing declines of nearly 95%.
The report emphasizes that while the situation is dire, it is not too late to enact changes for sustainability.
Our Planet's Twin Crises
The Amazon is experiencing a record low water level due to climate change and deforestation, urging drastic measures from governments.
Planetary Carbon Sinks In Crisis And What You Can Do
Ecosystem services are at serious risk due to climate change, with the natural carbon sinks reaching their lowest absorption capacity.
Deforestation roaring back' despite 140-country vow to end destruction
Global deforestation has increased in 2023, contrary to promises made by countries to stop it by the end of the decade.
Earth's 'second lung' is under threat. Losing the Congo Basin forests would set the fight against climate change back 20 years
Inaction on climate change threatens global stability, with the Congo Basin's loss leading to ecological collapse and mass displacement of populations.
You've got the grass; you put a cow in it, and Bob's your uncle': the ranchers trying to halt the devastation caused by Bolivia's cattle farms
Bolivia faces severe deforestation driven by ranching and agribusiness, prompting efforts for sustainable practices at ranches like Alta Vista.
Protection deal for Amazon rainforest in peril as big business turns up heat
The Soy Moratorium, key for Amazon protection, is under threat from proposed reforms by Brazilian agribusiness, risking its effectiveness against deforestation.
You've got the grass; you put a cow in it, and Bob's your uncle': the ranchers trying to halt the devastation caused by Bolivia's cattle farms
Bolivia faces severe deforestation driven by ranching and agribusiness, prompting efforts for sustainable practices at ranches like Alta Vista.
Protection deal for Amazon rainforest in peril as big business turns up heat
The Soy Moratorium, key for Amazon protection, is under threat from proposed reforms by Brazilian agribusiness, risking its effectiveness against deforestation.
Stopping Amazon deforestation leads to lower hospital cases DW 11/23/2024
Conservation measures in the Amazon significantly reduce respiratory health problems by lowering forest fires.
Parts of Amazon rainforest could tip toward collapse by 2050, study warns
Up to 47% of the Amazon could reach critical ecological tipping points by 2050, transitioning into degraded ecosystems due to deforestation and global warming.
This could lead to the collapse of the Amazon as a carbon sink, releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere and exacerbating global warming.
Stopping Amazon deforestation leads to lower hospital cases DW 11/23/2024
Conservation measures in the Amazon significantly reduce respiratory health problems by lowering forest fires.
Parts of Amazon rainforest could tip toward collapse by 2050, study warns
Up to 47% of the Amazon could reach critical ecological tipping points by 2050, transitioning into degraded ecosystems due to deforestation and global warming.
This could lead to the collapse of the Amazon as a carbon sink, releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere and exacerbating global warming.
BlackRock accused of contributing to climate and human rights abuses
BlackRock faces a complaint for allegedly exacerbating environmental abuses through its investments, especially in agribusiness.
The Mennonites Making the Amazon Their Home
Mennonite families have built a thriving community in the Peruvian Amazon, facing challenges yet raising concerns about deforestation and environmental impact.
The New Threat to Brazil's Forests: Chemicals
Chemical deforestation is emerging as a new, alarming method of forest destruction in Brazil, raising significant environmental concerns.
Argentinian town battles bird invasion as parrots outnumber people
The invasion of parrots in Hilario Ascasubi highlights the impact of deforestation and the challenges of human-wildlife coexistence.
BlackRock accused of contributing to climate and human rights abuses
BlackRock faces a complaint for allegedly exacerbating environmental abuses through its investments, especially in agribusiness.
The Mennonites Making the Amazon Their Home
Mennonite families have built a thriving community in the Peruvian Amazon, facing challenges yet raising concerns about deforestation and environmental impact.
The New Threat to Brazil's Forests: Chemicals
Chemical deforestation is emerging as a new, alarming method of forest destruction in Brazil, raising significant environmental concerns.
Argentinian town battles bird invasion as parrots outnumber people
The invasion of parrots in Hilario Ascasubi highlights the impact of deforestation and the challenges of human-wildlife coexistence.
Amazon deforestation drops by 31% compared to last year
Brazil's Amazon deforestation dropped by 30.6%, the lowest in nine years, reflecting positive environmental policy changes.
Critics of the EU's deforestation regulation say it could be a trade barrier
The EU Deforestation Regulation aims to combat deforestation by banning forest-derived products unless compliance can be proven.
Why the EU might delay a law to slow deforestation DW 11/13/2024
The EU is considering delaying the implementation of the EUDR, risking worsening deforestation amidst an ongoing global forest loss crisis.
Brazil fines meatpacking companies, including giant JBS, for buying illegally raised cattle
Brazil's environmental agency fines meatpacking companies for sourcing cattle from illegally deforested lands, highlighting severe ecological enforcement.
Amazon deforestation drops by 31% compared to last year
Brazil's Amazon deforestation dropped by 30.6%, the lowest in nine years, reflecting positive environmental policy changes.
Critics of the EU's deforestation regulation say it could be a trade barrier
The EU Deforestation Regulation aims to combat deforestation by banning forest-derived products unless compliance can be proven.
Why the EU might delay a law to slow deforestation DW 11/13/2024
The EU is considering delaying the implementation of the EUDR, risking worsening deforestation amidst an ongoing global forest loss crisis.
Brazil fines meatpacking companies, including giant JBS, for buying illegally raised cattle
Brazil's environmental agency fines meatpacking companies for sourcing cattle from illegally deforested lands, highlighting severe ecological enforcement.
Why EU might delay a law to slow deforestation DW 11/13/2024
The EU Deforestation Regulation is crucial for combating global deforestation, yet its rollout faces potential delays that could exacerbate forest loss.
Parrots Orchestrate Brutal Revenge on Small Town After Deforestation Drove Them Out of Their Homes
An army of parrots has invaded Hilario Ascasubi, disrupting local life and causing significant issues due to their overwhelming numbers and destructive behavior.
Intrepid koala caught wandering train station, dangerously close to tracks
Koalas' appearances in urban settings signal habitat loss due to deforestation and urbanization, raising conservation concerns.
Parrots Orchestrate Brutal Revenge on Small Town After Deforestation Drove Them Out of Their Homes
An army of parrots has invaded Hilario Ascasubi, disrupting local life and causing significant issues due to their overwhelming numbers and destructive behavior.
Intrepid koala caught wandering train station, dangerously close to tracks
Koalas' appearances in urban settings signal habitat loss due to deforestation and urbanization, raising conservation concerns.
Malaysia's orangutans will stay home after revised policy DW 08/19/2024
Malaysia's revised 'orangutan diplomacy' prioritizes conservation by allowing buyers to sponsor orangutans while keeping them in their natural habitats.
They turned cattle ranches into tropical forest - then climate change hit
Conservation efforts can successfully restore forests, as exemplified by the Area de Conservación Guanacaste in Costa Rica.
Malaysia's orangutans will stay home after revised policy DW 08/19/2024
Malaysia's revised 'orangutan diplomacy' prioritizes conservation by allowing buyers to sponsor orangutans while keeping them in their natural habitats.
They turned cattle ranches into tropical forest - then climate change hit
Conservation efforts can successfully restore forests, as exemplified by the Area de Conservación Guanacaste in Costa Rica.
Protecting nature delivers economic dividends and can be advanced by financial solutions.
Indonesia wants progress on EU trade deal DW 04/25/2024
Indonesia is pushing for progress on a free trade agreement with the EU despite disputes over deforestation and nickel mining.
EU deforestation law means uncertainty for African coffee DW 01/28/2024
African smallholder coffee farmers are facing uncertainty and a potential loss of income due to new EU regulations aimed at preventing products from deforested land or involving human rights abuses.
The new regulations have created ambiguity in the market, leading to a decrease in buyer orders and concerns that EU companies may shun African coffee products.
Brexit divergence from EU destroying UK's vital environmental protections
1. The UK is falling behind the EU on environmental regulation, weakening legal protections for the environment and human health.
2. There is no government body tracking the divergence between the UK and the EU on environmental regulations.
French connections - French forests: Putting down roots
France is the fourth most forested country in Europe
The article explores the reasons behind the decline of France's forests
The recent global climate summit recognized the importance of protecting ecosystems and committed to halting deforestation and land degradation by 2030.
Scientists are using space-based lasers to measure the biomass of forests and determine how much carbon they store.
How Much Can Forests Fight Climate Change? A Sensor in Space Has Answers.
Protected areas play a crucial role in mitigating climate change by storing carbon and preventing deforestation.
Laser technology is being used to measure the biomass of forests, allowing researchers to quantify the carbon storage capacity of protected ecosystems.
Malaysia, Indonesia seek allies in EU deforestation row DW 11/27/2023
Malaysia and Indonesia want to rally other Southeast Asian countries to join them in their dispute with the EU over deforestation regulations.
The two nations argue that the EU's regulations unfairly punish small-scale farmers and pose a threat to the region's agriculture exports.
Amazon forest biogeography predicts resilience and vulnerability to drought - Nature
Amazon carbon sinks are declining due to deforestation and drought, threatening forest collapse.