Forests & Deforestation

The Ambatovy mine, located near Moramanga and spanning 1,600 hectares of lateritic deposits, has been Madagascar's mining powerhouse since operations began in 2007. With depths of 20-100 meters, it extracts nickel and cobalt, transporting ore via a 220 km slurry pipeline to Toamasina for refining into 99.9% pure briquettes . Employing 10,000 people—90% Malagasy—it contributes significantly to the economy,...

The Brazilian Amazon, spanning over 60% of the world's largest rainforest, is at a precarious tipping point. Recent data reveals a paradoxical trend: while overall deforestation dropped 30.6% in 2023–2024 to the lowest since 2015, early 2025 saw sharp increases, with January up 68% (133 km² lost) and May surging 92% compared to the previous year {1}{4}. This escalation,...

The Promises of Biofuels: Climate Benefits versus Environmental Costs Biofuels like corn ethanol and soy biodiesel have been promoted for their potential to reduce carbon emissions compared to traditional fossil...

Introduction: Navigating the Lithium Landscape Lithium, often hailed as the white gold of the 21st century, is at the forefront of the global shift towards sustainable energy. With its crucial...