New Sustainable Development Education Program Launched in Rio
NXplorer, a global and innovative education initiative, aims to promote creative thinking and a deeper understanding of sustainability in Rio...
May 2, 2018Topic
Environment
Rio’s River Conservation Program Revived with Community Education
The first rivers to be targeted will be the Carioca, which flows from Tijuca National Park, through Flamengo and into...
April 26, 2018
Brazil Hosts 8th World Water Forum in Brasilia this Week
The 8th World Water Forum will have the presence of twelve heads of state and 40,000 participants discussing sustainable uses...
March 20, 2018
Toxic Water Seeps From Norwegian Mining Site in Brazil’s Amazon
Heavy rains led to the overflow of several basins, including those in the Hydro Alunorte compound, threatening the area's drinking...
February 23, 2018
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon Decreases by 16 Percent
Nonetheless, more than 6,624 square kilometers of forest were destroyed during the 12-month period.
October 19, 2017
Federal Judge Suspends Criminal Charges in Brazil’s Mariana Dam Burst
Twenty-two people were accused of homicide related to the 2015 Mariana Dam burst, including executives from Samarco, Vale and BHP...
August 8, 2017
Brazil Tries to Explain Increased Deforestation in Amazon Region
Due to increased deforestation, Norway’s government announced that it may significantly reduce financing to the Amazon Fund.
June 26, 2017
Rio Announces Call for Ilha Grande Sustainable Solutions
Residents of Rio de Janeiro can present sustainable solutions for the preservation of Ilha Grande Bay, located off the coast...
April 19, 2017Living Monuments Declared Cultural Heritage in Rio’s Vidigal Favela
Two projects based in Vidigal favela have been recognised as part of Rio de Janeiro’s cultural heritage.
December 22, 2016