The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.

Global tropical rainforest loss fell by 36% in 2025 to 4.3 million hectares, largely due to Brazil’s stronger environmental policies, according to new research. However, experts warn the decline ...

Researchers warn that fires fuelled by climate change are a dangerous new normal and could reverse gains made in tackling deforestation.

Global tropical primary rainforest loss fell by 36% in 2025 from a record high the year before, driven largely by stronger environmental policies in Brazil. Despite this progress, loss rates remain ...

Tropical forest loss declined significantly last year, falling 36% after reaching a record level in 2024. Still, the world ...

The researchers credit the slowdown to policies implemented by Brazil’s President Lula da Silva to curb deforestation.

Tropical rainforest loss significantly declined in 2025, but El Nino and fires pose a looming threat to global forest cover. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.