Why is destroying the Amazon bad?

Not only does the destruction of rainforests add to carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, it creates a “feedback loop” – where increased deforestation causes a rise in temperatures and declining rainfall, which in turn can bring about a drying of tropical forests and increase the risk of forest fires.



People Also Ask

According to the World Wildlife Fund, more than a quarter of the Amazon rainforest will be devoid of trees by 2030 if cutting continues at the same speed. If nothing is done to stop it, an estimated 40 per cent of this unique forest will be razed by 2050.

MORE DETAILS

Beyond our own workforce, Amazon's investments have supported nearly 1.6 million indirect jobs in fields like construction and hospitality. We also actively work to help communities by responding to the urgent needs of reducing hunger and homelessness and investing in education for children and young adults.

MORE DETAILS