Climate Change, Deforestation, and the Fate of the Amazon

2007/11/30 by Yadvinder Malhi, J. Timmons Roberts, Richard Betts +3 · 7 citations
Environmental Science · Economics, Econometrics and Finance · #Conservation, Biodiversity, and Resource Management #Land Use and Ecosystem Services #Economic and Environmental Valuation

paper · doi:10.1126/science.1146961

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Abstract

The forest biome of Amazonia is one of Earth's greatest biological treasures and a major component of the Earth system. This century, it faces the dual threats of deforestation and stress from climate change. Here, we summarize some of the latest findings and thinking on these threats, explore the consequences for the forest ecosystem and its human residents, and outline options for the future of Amazonia. We also discuss the implications of new proposals to finance preservation of Amazonian forests.

Citations

• Inhibition of Amazon Deforestation and Fire by Parks and Indigenous Lands

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