The Amazon program reports on its progress protecting 90 million hectares.
What happened
The World Bank's Amazon program reports on its work to protect the Amazon rainforest. It says the program has helped manage over 90 million hectares of protected areas across eight countries.
Why it matters
This report describes the ongoing efforts of a large, multi-country program. It shows how international funding and coordination are used to manage vast areas of the Amazon. The report highlights the scale of current conservation efforts, but does not introduce new rules or change existing ones.
The signal
Watch for future reports to see if the program continues to expand protected areas at the same rate.