Recent studies warn of a dire threshold: If we reach 20% to 25% deforestation, we may lose the Amazon forever.
The catalyst for this devastation lies in the belief that agriculture and cattle farming offer rapid solutions to poverty.
AMAZON UNDER SIEGE
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Omama challenges this narrative.
The true remedy lies in sustainable conservation that fosters both economic growth and environmental health.
The Amazon’s fate is intertwined with our global climate. Its preservation is crucial.
DEFORESTATION OF THE AMAZON HAS GLOBAL CONSEQUENCES
There is increasing evidence that climate depends on the Amazon forest remaining intact.
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(Source: PBS, "Be Smart" with Joe Hanson)
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