Deforestation in the peaked decades ago. Can we get it to zero?

The is the largest forest in the world, and home to some of its most diverse ecosystems. We need to protect it, which means ending deforestation as soon as we can. Today – on the 1st of January 2023 – the new Brazilian president, Luiz Lula da Silva (known as ‘Lula’) takes office. He has committed to ending deforestation by 2030.

What We Got Right on Deforestation in the Past Decade - Ecosystem Marketplace

Deforestation and Forest Loss - Our World in Data

Brazil's deforestation drops sharply in first half of 2023, Environment News

Yes, There Has Been Progress on Climate. No, It's Not Nearly Enough. - The New York Times

loses 10% of its vegetation in nearly four decades

Deforestation of the rainforest - Wikipedia

nations fail to agree on a common goal to end deforestation

Last year's deforestation pledge is off to a slow start

Global deforestation peaked in the 1980s. Can we bring it to an end? - Our World in Data

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In Bolsonaro's Brazil, a Showdown Over Rainforest

Over 100 global leaders pledge to end deforestation by 2030

Map: See how much of the forest is burning, how it compares to other years