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Two recent decisions have called into question Brazil’s international image as an environmental leader. First, the Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) partially approved the advancement of oil exploration in Block 59, located in the Foz do Amazonas basin. Second, the Senate […]

In the heart of Central America, where rivers run deep and communities have long coexisted with nature, a young defender is standing at the crossroads of environmental justice and human rights. His name is Cristopher Joshua Castillo Sánchez. He is not a politician, nor a […]

The lush tapestry of Brazil’s tropical forests, renowned for their unparalleled biodiversity, is facing an existential threat. Global Witness’s recent report, «Jaguars vs. Cows», exposes the alarming rate at which industrial agriculture, particularly cattle ranching, is encroaching upon and destroying critical habitats, pushing iconic species […]

As the climate crisis intensifies, the promise of climate finance has become a lifeline for many nations in the Global South. But for the communities most affected by climate change—those on the frontlines of floods, droughts, and environmental degradation—this promise too often remains elusive. The […]

Asuntos del Sur is proud to announce the relaunch of the EscazúBarómetro, a vital research initiative—supported by the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF)—dedicated to monitoring the progress of the Escazú Agreement across Latin America and the Caribbean. This unique platform offers a comprehensive overview […]

As the global transition toward renewable energy gains momentum, the spotlight has turned to lithium — a key mineral in electric vehicle batteries and energy storage technologies. The so-called “Lithium Triangle” of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile (ABC) holds more than half of the world’s known […]