The decline is attributed to strengthened enforcement measures

New data from the Atlantic Forest Deforestation Alert System (SAD Mata Atlantica) reveals a 55 per cent reduction in deforestation in Brazil's Atlantic Forest biome during the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This is reported by TV Culture, a partner of TV BRICS.

Between January and June 2024, 21,401 hectares of forest were cleared, down from 47,896 hectares in the same timeframe last year. The decline is attributed to strengthened enforcement measures, credit restrictions on illegal deforesters, and remote embargoes, which prevent commercial use of deforested areas detected via monitoring.

According to the source, the Atlantic Forest's potential to become Brazil's first biome to achieve zero deforestation before 2030. This milestone could position the biome as a global leader in combating environmental and climate crises.

This decline in deforestation is a positive indicator, demonstrating the impact of combined conservation measures. However, ongoing efforts to restore degraded areas and protect existing forests will be crucial for the biome’s long-term resilience and Brazil’s environmental goals.

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