By Oliver Griffin BOGOTA (Reuters) -Deforestation in Colombia rose 35% in 2024 from a 23-year low the previous year, fueled by an uptick in the Amazon region, Environment Minister Susana Muhamad said on Thursday.

Deforestation in Colombia surged 35% in 2024, as reported by Environment Minister Susana Muhamad, largely due to increased activity in the Amazon. Despite the uptick, it was the second-lowest level in 23 years.

Deforestation in Colombia increased by 35% in 2024, totaling 1,070 square kilometers due to loss of biodiversity-rich forests. After a significant drop in 2023, the situation has worsened with environmental funding issues exacerbated by political decisions,

Despite the uptick in deforestation in Colombia, the environment minister said 2024 still had the 2nd-lowest deforestation figure in 20 years

BOGOTA, (Reuters) – Deforestation in Colombia rose 35% in 2024 from a 23-year low the previous year, fueled by an uptick in the Amazon region, Environment Minister Susana Muhamad said yesterday.