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Environmental Progress in Brazil's Amazon

Updated 2026-07-21 17:10 UTC 2 sources Positive

The Brazilian Amazon saw a significant reduction in the area burned, marking the smallest recorded figure since 1985. This environmental progress reflects improved conservation efforts.

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BBC News

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