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    Amazon deforestation in Brazil hits its worst level in 15 years

    Deforestation in the region rose 22% compared to the year prior, according to data released just days after Brazil made new global promises to combat environmental degradation.
    by Emma Bowman Nov 19, 2021 1 minute
    An aerial view shows a deforested area of Amazonia rainforest in Labrea, Amazonas state, Brazil, in September.

    Brazil's Amazon rainforest saw its highest annual rate of deforestation in over 15 years, the latest data shows, after a 22% climb from the previous year.

    The country's space published on Thursday. That's the worst annual loss since 2006, when the Brazilian Amazon shed more than 8,800 square miles.

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