PolicyMonday, August 10, 2026Mongabay
Mariano Cenamo, advocate for a sustainable Amazon bioeconomy, has died, aged 46
Mariano Cenamo, a prominent advocate for the sustainable bioeconomy of the Amazon, has died at the age of 46, highlighting the ongoing challenges in protecting the critical ecosystems of the region. His work emphasized the importance of intact forests in carbon storage, water regulation, and biodiversity. Cenamo’s legacy underscores the necessity for continued advocacy and policies supporting the conservation and sustainable use of the Amazon.




