Deforestation in Brazilian Amazon Decreases by 22.3%
Deforestation Rate in Amazon Decreases by 22.3 Percent
In a recent government statement, it was announced that the rate of deforestation in the Amazon has decreased by 22.3 percent between August 2022 and July 2023. This marks the lowest rate of deforestation achieved since 2019.
The statement also highlighted that more than 9 thousand kilometers of area was deforested during this period, which is approximately 14 times the size of Madrid, Spain.
During the first 7 months of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s term of office, efforts were made to protect the Amazon rainforest. However, it was noted that the desired amount of progress was far from being achieved.
Environment Minister Marina Silva emphasized the government’s commitment to completely eliminating the problem of deforestation by 2030 as part of an active fight against it.
Silva also mentioned the impact of a serious drought in the Amazon state due to the El Niño phenomenon and climate change. Despite this challenge, the government increased its control capacity by 200 percent, and it has already seen quick results from its plan.
In recent years, the Amazon has experienced unprecedented levels of deforestation, particularly during the tenure of the previous far-right President Jair Bolsonaro.
The decrease in the deforestation rate in the Amazon is a positive development and reflects the government’s determination to protect one of the world’s largest tropical forests. However, ongoing efforts and continued vigilance will be essential in achieving the goal of eliminating deforestation by 2030.
