Deforestation
Deforestation Linked to Amazon Rainfall Decline
15 Mwezi wa tisa, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI
New data on September 15, 2025, confirms deforestation is driving a decline in Amazon rainforest rainfall. This exacerbates drought conditions in the region. Conservationists call for stricter protection measures.
EU Postpones Anti-Deforestation Law Implementation by One Year
25 Mwezi wa tisa, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI
The European Union has decided to delay the enforcement of its landmark anti-deforestation law by an additional year, pushing the start date to late 2025 or beyond. This announcement, made by EU Environment Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevicius, comes amid mounting pressure from global suppliers and concerns over supply chain disruptions. The move aims to provide more time for businesses to comply with the stringent regulations designed to curb deforestation linked to EU imports.