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Amazon
Digital & E-waste Pollution
The Thirsty Cloud: Tech Giants’ Data Centers Draining Drought-Prone Regions
The digital revolution relies on vast networks of data centers, but their thirst for water is sparking global concern. According to recent studies, a...
Food & Ecological Impact
Garimpeiros’ Mercury Shadow: Polluting South America’s Rivers and Endangering Communities
Introduction
The proliferation of illegal gold mining by garimpeiros across South America has transformed pristine rivers into conduits of mercury pollution, with profound implications for...
Forests & Deforestation
Amazon Deforestation 2025 Surge: Criminal Fires, Indigenous Lands, Carbon Credit Fraud, and COP30 Challenges in Brazil
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...
Environmental Laws & Policies
Amazon’s Sustainability Claims and Greenwashing Accusations
Introduction
Amazon's environmental narrative has evolved dramatically in recent years, driven by its Climate Pledge and a suite of initiatives aimed at reducing its colossal...
