Committee on Climate Protection and Energy Visits Amazon Region
October 25, 2024
A delegation from the German Bundestag’s Committee on Climate Protection and Energy recently visited the Amazon rainforest to gain firsthand insights into the region’s environmental challenges and the efforts being made to protect it.
The eight-day tour included visits to research institutions, indigenous communities, and conservation organizations in Brazil and Peru. The delegation met with scientists, policymakers, and local leaders to discuss the threats facing the Amazon, including deforestation, climate change, and illegal mining.
“We were deeply impressed by the beauty and biodiversity of the Amazon,” said Committee Chairman Andreas Jung. “But we also saw firsthand the urgent need to protect this vital ecosystem for the benefit of future generations.”
The delegation observed the devastating impact of deforestation, which has cleared large areas of the rainforest to make way for agriculture, logging, and mining. They learned about the importance of sustainable land use practices, such as agroforestry and community-based forest management, in conserving the Amazon.
Climate change is also posing a major threat to the Amazon. Rising temperatures and changes in precipitation patterns are leading to increased wildfires, droughts, and floods. The delegation visited research centers studying the impacts of climate change on the rainforest and the actions being taken to mitigate them.
One of the highlights of the visit was the delegation’s meeting with indigenous leaders. The indigenous peoples of the Amazon have a deep understanding of the rainforest and its ecosystems. They play a critical role in protecting the Amazon through their traditional knowledge and sustainable practices.
The delegation also learned about the challenges and opportunities involved in developing renewable energy projects in the Amazon. Hydropower, solar, and wind energy have the potential to provide clean and sustainable energy while also protecting the rainforest.
“Our visit to the Amazon was a sobering reminder of the urgent need to act to protect this vital ecosystem,” said Committee Vice Chairwoman Bärbel Höhn. “We are committed to working with our international partners to find solutions that will preserve the Amazon for generations to come.”
The delegation’s visit to the Amazon is expected to inform the committee’s work on climate protection and energy policy in the coming years. The committee is responsible for developing legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote renewable energy, and protect the environment.
Ausschuss für Klimaschutz und Energie besucht Amazonasgebiet
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