Cuts to environmental regulations and support for deforesters: this fate awaits the Amazon if Flávio Bolsonaro is elected tomorrow

The Brazilian presidential elections are approaching a critical second round, with Flávio Bolsonaro favored against incumbent Lula. Bolsonaro aims to relax environmental regulations, potentially leading to increased deforestation in the Amazon. His supporters, who gained significant parliamentary seats, may push for further deregulation regardless of the election outcome. The Amazon rainforest is nearing a tipping point, exacerbated by climate phenomena like El Niño, which heightens fire risks. Environmentalists express concern over Bolsonaro's promises, fearing a return to policies that led to significant deforestation during his father's presidency. The EU's deforestation law could influence Brazil's future environmental policies.