Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
Efforts to combat deforestation in Brazil have made considerable progress in 2024, with significant reductions observed in the Amazon and Cerrado regions. According to recent data from Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research (Inpe), deforestation in the Amazon has dropped Read More …
As part of a plan aligned with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C mission, Brazil has set an ambitious climate goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 59-67% by 2035, based on 2005 levels. The newly announced Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) will Read More …
The recent approval of Low-Carbon Hydrogen Development Program (PHBC), sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin, marks a pivotal step in Brazil ‘s energy transition and global leadership in the low-carbon economy. This initiative underscores Read More …
Brazil has achieved a remarkable reduction in deforestation within the Amazon region, with a 45.7% decrease in the area under deforestation alerts from August 2023 to July 2024. This reduction, the largest proportional drop recorded since monitoring began in 2016, Read More …
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) has successfully reintroduced the Great Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) into the Atlantic Forest in southern Bahia. This initiative, part of a broader conservation effort, aims to restore the population of this iconic Read More …
The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) successfully confiscated approximately five tons of illegal pesticides, showcasing the government’s ongoing commitment to protecting public health and the environment from the dangers of unauthorized agrochemicals. Overview of the Operation The operation, Read More …
The 2023 Brazilian Dam Safety Report (RSB 2023) highlights critical insights into the state of dam safety across Brazil, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance safety and mitigate risks associated with dam infrastructure. Coordinated by the National Water and Sanitation Agency Read More …
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) is addressing climate change through its latest initiative in Carbon Capture and Storage in Brazil. As part of Brazil’s broader environmental strategy, this initiative is poised to play a crucial Read More …
The recent G20 summit featured pivotal discussions on ecosystem services payment and the circular economy, emphasizing sustainable practices and economic integration. Brazil’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change highlighted the nation’s commitment to these global initiatives, reflecting its proactive stance Read More …
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) has introduced a resolution aimed at promoting sustainable forest management in the Caatinga biome. This initiative, approved by the National Environment Council (CONAMA), represents a significant advancement in environmental conservation Read More …