IBAMA Inspects Port Facilities for Emergency Oil Spill Readiness

The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) has completed a targeted preventative audit sweep inspecting 17 port terminals and operators along the coast of Espírito Santo. The eight-day operation also audited two specialized environmental emergency response service providers. Coordinated by Read More …

Reintroduction of the Great Scarlet Macaw in the Atlantic Forest

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 …

Ibama Shuts Down Airstrip Used for Illegal Mining in Yanomami Indigenous Territory

The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) has dismantled a clandestine airstrip used for illegal mining in the Yanomami Indigenous Territory. This decisive action, which took place in May 2024, underscores the ongoing efforts to combat environmental Read More …

Ibama’s Role in Global Plastic Pollution Agreement

The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) is actively engaged in the 4th round of international negotiations aimed at addressing plastic pollution, including its impact on marine ecosystems. This crucial event, known as INC-4, is organized by the United Nations and focuses on developing Read More …