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Amazon Visions: Solutions for Saving the Lungs of the Planet | Atossa Soltani & Marina Silva

Bioneers: Revolution From the Heart of Nature

English - May 18, 2021 19:41 - 28 minutes - ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
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If the rate of destruction doesn’t change, by the year 2020 most of the Amazon ecosystem – the lungs of the planet - will be destroyed or irreparably damaged. But not if these visionary leaders can help it. Amazon Watch founder Atossa Soltani has supported local Indigenous peoples to protect the rainforest and their lifeways. Legendary rainforest champion Marina Silva, Brazil’s past Minister of the Environment and Presidential candidate, offers deep wisdom and vision.