Amazon Rainforest Fire
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‘Nightmare scenario’: Amazon rainforest now releasing more CO2 than it absorbsFor the first time, the Amazon rainforest is releasing more carbon dioxide than it can absorb due to deforestation and climate change, a new study confirmed.EnvironmentJul 15, 2021
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Amazon rainforest deforestation in Brazil at highest level in more than a decadeEnvironment ministry officials say they will meet the Amazon region's governors to discuss ways to reduce deforestation.EnvironmentNov 18, 2019
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Brazilian Indigenous rights activist murdered in AmazonHe served more than 12 years at FUNAI, Brazil's Indigenous protection agency.WorldSep 9, 2019
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Canada pushes for better Amazon protection during free trade talks with BrazilThe talks are continuing despite Brazil's initial rejection of international funding to help fight fires in the Amazon, apparently over a personal spat with France's President Emmanuel Macron.WorldAug 27, 2019
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World leaders pledge millions for Amazon wildfires, but experts say it’s not just about moneyG7 leaders, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pledged millions to help battle the Amazon wildfires.EnvironmentAug 26, 2019
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Amazon rainforest fires: What’s happening and how you can helpThe Amazon rainforest, known as “the lungs of the planet,” has seen a record-setting wave of wildfires. Here's what you can do to help.EnvironmentAug 23, 2019
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Amazon wildfires: A look at what’s fact and what isn’tAccording to Brazil’s space research centre, more Amazon rainforest fires are burning right now than ever recorded before.EnvironmentAug 22, 2019
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Amazon rainforest fires: What caused them and why activists are blaming Brazil’s presidentUnlike in other ecosystems, scientists say the wildfires burning in the Amazon are not natural.EnvironmentAug 21, 2019
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