Data shows that in five years the IBAMA issued $ 315 million in fines for crimes against wild animals, but didn’t receive 98% of the total.
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CIMI: Loggers attack indigenous and face Federal Police in the state of Maranhão
An indigenous was attacked loggers of Amarante de Maranhão. The assault occurred because loggers are furious with the arrest of vehicles that made indigenous people.
The Epoch Times: Amazon Special: Uncontacted tribes under pressure
In the Brazilian state of Amazonas, in Vale do Javari, three isolated indigenous groups can be affected by the exploitation of oil and gas, according to the Indigenous Missionary Council.
D24AM: Sustainable exploitation generates revenue in Protected Areas of state
Forest products increase people revenues, and training strengthens local development for families living in protected areas.
Gold mine approved in French Guiana’s only national park
French government approved a large-scale gold mining operation near Saul, in French Guiana, and inside the only national park.
Ibama grants license for transmission lines in Madeira River
First part of licensing was completed last Friday. The previous license will initiate studies of line linking Taubaté to Nova Iguaçu.
Strategic Investment in Nature Conservation in Brazil
Conservation Entrepreneurs Program (E-CONS) fund 6 projects in 2012, in almost all Brazilian biomes: focus on biodiversity.
Good state of preservation of Otishi National Park and Ashaninka Communal Reserve is highlighted
National Service of Protected Natural Areas reported that 99% of the area of the National Park Otishi is in good condition.
G1: Cyclists cross the Transamazonian road to analyze urbanization of the jungle
Three Brazilians will make a tour by bicycle at the Transamazonian road BR-230, to assess the impacts of urban expansion and infrastructure works carried out.
G1: “Our rivers are garbage dumps,” says geologist from Pará
The necessity of better treat to the rivers, according to the professor and geologist Milton Matta, is a factor that directly influences the quality of life of the population.