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Almost 40% of Amazon critical to climate remains unprotected -study

Published 10:32 on September 12, 2024  /  Last updated at 10:32 on September 12, 2024  / /  Americas, Biodiversity, Nature-based, South & Central, Voluntary

Nearly 40% of the Amazon rainforest areas considered crucial for addressing the climate crisis still lack proper legal protection, with approximately 10.9 million hectares at potential risk, said a report released Thursday.
Nearly 40% of the Amazon rainforest areas considered crucial for addressing the climate crisis still lack proper legal protection, with approximately 10.9 million hectares at potential risk, said a report released Thursday.


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