How close is the Amazon to a ‘tipping point?’ Brazil’s election could help shape its future
Brazil's presidential election could be a turning point for the Amazon, the world's largest rainforest. The winner of Brazil's presidential election could determine if the world's largest rainforest, the Amazon, could reach a “tipping point” which would shift to a drier ecosystem, resulting in irreversible consequences for biodiversity and climate. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who is seeking a fourth term, has sought to curb deforestation and finance a sustainable economy through donations and public and private funding if he wins. Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonario, has called for the "modernization" of environmental laws and increased decision-making power in the Amazon. A study led by Flores estimated that 10% to 47% of the Amazon could face multiple threats by 2050, potentially turning parts of the forest into different ecosystems. However, it is unclear how closely the Amazon is to a tipping point.
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SAO PAULO (AP) — While Brazil’s presidential candidates have not made policy of the Amazon a major campaign topic, climate scientists and environmentalists say the winner of Sunday’s race could determ... [6740 symbols]
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