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Brazilian Amazon Deforestation Falls Record Low

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Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen its lowest level since records began, new government data shows.

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Lula took office in 2023 pledging to end illegal deforestation by 2030, after clearing soared to a 15-year high under his far-right predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro.

4 of 5 outletsfirst reported 16 Octwording from Al Jazeera

During Bolsonaro's presidency from 2019 to 2022, the Amazon lost nearly 60% more in forest lands compared to the previous four years, AFP news agency reported, citing official data.

3 of 5 outletsfirst reported 16 Octwording from BBC

Mr. Lula will face Mr. Bolsonaro's eldest son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, in a presidential election runoff on October 25, after the younger Mr. Bolsonaro performed better than expected in the first round.

3 of 5 outletsfirst reported 17 Octwording from The Hindu

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The Guardian16 Oct

Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon fell to its lowest level on record in 2026, dropping by 41.8% from the previous year to 3,335 square kilometers, according to government satellite data. This success is attributed largely to stronger enforcement measures and increased state investments under President Lula’s administration since 2022. However, the election of October 25 will determine if this trend continues or…

Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to lowest on record as pivotal vote looms →

Toronto Star16 Oct

Brazil’s government reported on Friday that annual Amazon deforestation from August 2025 to July 2026 reached its lowest level since records began in 1988, with only 3,335 square kilometers lost. This reduction is attributed to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s efforts, which include reviving the Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Deforestation (PPCDAm) that was suspended under former president Jair…

Brazil says Amazon deforestation fell to the lowest level since 1988 →

Al Jazeera17 Oct

Brazil’s space research agency Inpe reported that deforestation in the Amazon rainforest for the year ending July 2023 reached a record low of 3,335 square kilometers, marking a 42% decrease from the previous year and the lowest since records began in 1988. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who took office in 2023 with a pledge to end illegal deforestation by 2030, attributes this decline to increased monitoring…

Brazil’s Amazon deforestation hits lowest level on record →

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16 Oct
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon has fallen its lowest level since records began, new government data shows.
5 outlets · The Guardian
17 Oct
Lula faces Bolsonaro’s eldest son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, in the election run-off on October 25, with polls showing them neck and neck.
3 outlets · Al Jazeera

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Where to start Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to lowest on record as pivotal vote looms The Guardian

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17 Oct Brazil’s Amazon deforestation hits lowest level on recordBrazil’s space research agency Inpe reported that deforestation in the Amazon rainforest for the year ending July 2023 reached a record low of 3,335 square kilometers, marking a 42% decrease from the previous year and the lowest since records began in 1988. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who took office in 2023 with a pledge to end illegal deforestation by 2030, attributes this decline to increased monitoring…Al Jazeera
17 Oct Brazil sees record fall in Amazon deforestation as key election looms
BBC
17 Oct Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon falls to all-time low
The Hindu
16 Oct Brazil says Amazon deforestation fell to the lowest level since 1988Brazil’s government reported on Friday that annual Amazon deforestation from August 2025 to July 2026 reached its lowest level since records began in 1988, with only 3,335 square kilometers lost. This reduction is attributed to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s efforts, which include reviving the Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Deforestation (PPCDAm) that was suspended under former president Jair…Toronto Star
16 Oct Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to lowest on record as pivotal vote loomsDeforestation in Brazil's Amazon fell to its lowest level on record in 2026, dropping by 41.8% from the previous year to 3,335 square kilometers, according to government satellite data. This success is attributed largely to stronger enforcement measures and increased state investments under President Lula’s administration since 2022. However, the election of October 25 will determine if this trend continues or…The Guardian

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