
Lula’s “zero deforestation” plan for the Amazon
More or Less: Behind the Stats
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Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon
Last year deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon hit its highest rate for 15 years. Scientists believe this year's figures are likely to be even higher, perhaps as high as 15,000 square kilometers. So what should we make of President Lula's target of zero deforestation? Hannah Ritchie says it's important to check the small print.
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