Open letter: Brazil at a crossroads—Protecting peatlands is essential for post‐COP30 climate leadership

Plants People Planet 2026 Open access

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Authors: Suelma Ribeiro Silva, Alexandre Christófaro Silva, Uidemar Morais Barral, Carlos Moreira de Souza, Renato Ramos da Silva, Bruno Machado Teles Walter, Franziska Tanneberger, Geraldo Wilson Fernandes, Alexsander Araújo Azevedo, Ana Cristina Rodrigues Lacerda, André Rodrigo Rech, Angela V. Gallego-Sala
+41 more Ani Cátia Giotto, Antonio Martı́nez Cortizas, Bárbara Pereira Christófaro Silva, Carlos Eduardo Pellegrino Cerri, Carlos Victor Mendonça Filho, Caroline Signori‐Müller, Cássia Beatriz Rodrigues Munhoz, Cátia Nunes da Cunha, Chesterton‬ Ulysses Orlando Eugênio, Cristiano Christófaro Matosinhos, Danielle Piuzana Mucida, Danilo Barbuena, Diego Tassinari, Douglas Sathler, Eneida Maria Eskinazi-Sant’Anna, Esteban Terneus, Fabiane Nepomuceno Costa, Felix Beer, Guilherme Braga Ferreira, Hans Joosten, Helga Correa Wiederhecker, Ingrid Horák‐Terra, Jan Peters, João Bernardo de A. Bringel, Kristell Anaïk Hergoualc'h, Letícia Cândida Pataca, Lúcia Maria Pôrto de Paula, Luciana de Mendonça-Galvão, Maiby Glorize da Silva Bandeira, Marcelino Santos de Morais, M. A. de Medeiros, Matheus Kuchenbecker, Natália Rodrigues Bijos, Pablo Vidal‐Torrado, Patricia Angelika Roeser, Ricardo da Silva Carvalho, Rodolfo Javier Iturraspe, Thamyres Sabrina Gonçalves, Thiago Almeida Andrade Pinto, Wilbor Poletti, Yule Roberta Ferreira Nunes
DOI: 10.1002/ppp3.70171
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References: 4

Abstract

This Open Letter highlights peatlands as critical yet overlooked ecosystems in Brazil's climate and biodiversity policies. By translating scientific evidence into clear, actionable priorities for policymakers, it supports more accurate climate reporting, effective mitigation strategies, and improved land-use governance. The letter emphasizes the societal benefits of peatland protection, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions, water security, biodiversity conservation, and resilience to droughts and fires. It also promotes equitable engagement with Indigenous Peoples and traditional communities, strengthening inclusive, science-based decision-making and positioning Brazil as a global leader in nature-based climate solutions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Peatlands and Wetlands Ecology Wetland Management and Conservation Conservation Biodiversity and Resource Management

Publication details

Journal / source
Plants People Planet
Volume
8
Issue
5
Pages
1403–1406
Publication date
12 February 2026
Language
EN