On the shores of the Amazon, deep in the rainforest, many generations of indigenous peoples and local communities have lived in close connection with nature. But illegal gold mines, oil projects and industrial agriculture are rapidly destroying the forest and rivers – possibly soon to the point of no return. Scientists are warning of an ecological tipping point, past which large parts of the forest could dry out beyond recovery.
But illegal gold mines, oil projects and industrial agriculture are rapidly destroying the forest and rivers – possibly soon to the point of no return. Scientists are warning of an ecological tipping point, past which large parts of the forest could dry out beyond recovery. Big agricultural corporations and international investment are pushing farming, ranching and mining forward – usually at the cost of the forest and the people who live in it. These indigenous communities have protected the Amazon region for generations. Their territories lie in some of the best-preserved forest areas. We support Greenpeace’s work with the local people to jointly find solutions for the protection of the rainforest.
This also helps us here in Europe. The Amazon rainforest is crucial to the health of the global ecosystem. In protecting it, we are helping to slow global warming, preserve biodiversity – and ensure that our planet remains liveable in the future.
