The Amazon rainforest, a treasure trove of biodiversity and natural resources, has been a battleground for illegal activities for years. Among these, the illicit gold trade stands as one of the most damaging to the environment, indigenous communities, and the global climate. However, Brazil is now employing cutting-edge technology to fight back against this illegal trade. In this article, we’ll explore how new technologies are reshaping Brazil’s efforts to crack down on the illegal gold mining activities in the Amazon.
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