Under Lula, Amazon deforestation falls to lowest level in a decade
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has dropped to its lowest level in a decade during the first half of 2026. This decline supports President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's environmental pledges, though his administration continues to face criticism regarding oil exploration policies.
Why it matters
The Amazon rainforest is a critical global carbon sink, and its preservation is vital for international climate change mitigation efforts.
The figures come months before Brazil’s presidential election, with Lula promising to end illegal deforestation by 2030.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attends a ceremony announcing deforestation data in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 11 [Adriano Machado/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and The Associated Press Published On 10 Jul 2026 10 Jul 2026 Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level in a decade during the first half of 2026, according to official government figures.
Friday’s statistics mark a milestone in President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s efforts to curb the destruction of the world’s largest rainforest.
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