Contested Amazon dam called to review water flow as river ecosystem fails
PolicyThursday, March 19, 2026Mongabay

Contested Amazon dam called to review water flow as river ecosystem fails

The Belo Monte dam in the Amazon is under scrutiny as local warnings about its ecological impact materialize, threatening the river's ecosystem. A review of the water flow is now necessary in light of the failure of the river system, signaling a pivotal moment for environmental conservation efforts.

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