The replacement of vegetation with materials such as asphalt, concrete, and masonry exacerbates warming, says a researcher from the University of São Paulo at an event organized by FAPESP and the NWO.
The replacement of vegetation with materials such as asphalt, concrete, and masonry exacerbates warming, says a researcher from the University of São Paulo at an event organized by FAPESP and the NWO.
Recently published studies led by Brazilian scientists indicate an extension of the dry season from four to six months and an increase in the water deficit of more than 150 millimeters. These studies serve as a warning for 2026 and 2027, when a “super El Niño” is forecast.
Recently published studies led by Brazilian scientists indicate an extension of the dry season from four to six months and an increase in the water deficit of more than 150 millimeters. These studies serve as a warning for 2026 and 2027, when a “super El Niño” is forecast.
Research indicates that rivers in different regions of the planet are undergoing profound transformations that exceed their capacity for resilience.
Initiative combines validation with a mandatory fund that transforms credits into investments for science and society.
Study indicates that events such as cold air masses in the Northern Hemisphere alter the transport of aerosols across the Atlantic that nourish forest soils. It was previously believed that this influence came from changes in wind direction.
Small amounts of this anthropogenic soil, created by ancient Amazonian populations, have demonstrated a potent effect on the growth of two species of interest for reforestation.
A study led by Brazilian researchers shows that species are being replaced by generalists, and there is no trend toward savannization; however, recovered areas are more vulnerable.
A study led by Brazilian researchers shows that species are being replaced by generalists, and there is no trend toward savannization; however, recovered areas are more vulnerable.
According to calculations by scientists at a FAPESP-supported research center, the amount is equal to the emission of 5.2 billion tons of CO2 equivalent. The authors point to the potential to meet Brazilian mitigation targets by “recarbonizing” soils through sustainable agricultural practices.
According to calculations by scientists at a FAPESP-supported research center, the amount is equal to the emission of 5.2 billion tons of CO2 equivalent. The authors point to the potential to meet Brazilian mitigation targets by “recarbonizing” soils through sustainable agricultural practices.
The Carbon Countdown initiative, with an investment of BRL 100 million through a partnership between the Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture, Shell, and Petrobras, will traverse all Brazilian biomes to collect soil and vegetation samples.
The Carbon Countdown initiative, with an investment of BRL 100 million through a partnership between the Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture, Shell, and Petrobras, will traverse all Brazilian biomes to collect soil and vegetation samples.
Also known as hydrocorals, four species found in Brazil – three of which are endemic – have historically been overlooked in reef monitoring. Researchers report the death of 100% of the monitored colonies of one of the species studied.
Thirty years of research in the Amazon provides evidence that good timber harvesting practices increase above-ground biomass and can contribute to mitigating climate change.
Tool can support managers in setting conservation priorities for these ecosystems, called “blue carbon forests.” Brazil has the second largest mangrove area on the planet, behind only Indonesia.
For 11 months, researchers from the FAPESP-funded Center for Favela Studies provided support to the community in the municipality of Diadema.
For 11 months, researchers from the FAPESP-funded Center for Favela Studies provided support to the community in the municipality of Diadema.
Satellite data also shows 25% less rainfall compared to regions with high forest cover.
Researchers at a FAPESP-supported research center demonstrate that diversified crop management in agricultural systems increases carbon capture in the soil.
Researchers from the Amazon+10 Initiative begin presenting their initial findings in the social, environmental, and economic areas.
São Paulo needs to drive the process of gradually replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources in Brazil, said Gilberto Jannuzzi at a conference organized by FAPESP to discuss the path forward for the country after COP30.
At the FAPESP Day Uruguay symposium, Pedro Brancalion, a professor at the University of São Paulo, presented the results of a project that aims to leverage the country’s carbon credit market.
Study identifies 167 native species of the Atlantic Forest with bioeconomic applications: 58% in the medical field, 12% in cosmetics, and 5% in the food sector; 78 species (46.7%) have patents registered in 61 countries, only 8% of them in Brazil.
