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Podcast: The Climate Question
Episode: Why are our tropical forests disappearing faster than ever and what can we do about It?
Description: Tropical rainforests cover around 6% of our planet, yet they're home to more than half of the world’s species. They're also one of our planet’s most vital defences against climate change. But a new report shows how our tropical forests were ravaged in 2024 - and the Amazon rainforest was one of the worst impacted. Host Graihagh Jackson finds out why, speaking to BBC climate reporter Esme Stallard and Colombia’s former environment minister, Susana Muhamad.Presenter: Graihagh Jackson
Producers: Beth Timmons and Diane Richardson
Sound Engineer: Dave O'Neill and Tom Brignell
Editors: Simon Watts and Li...