Sources of innovation in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest

Abstract

The Amazon Rainforest, known as 'the lungs of the Earth,' has been under threat for decades. There has been a domino effect of global insecurities caused by the extraction of resources through human interventions, including industrial activity and large-scale agriculture. With new data and research showing the rising levels of environmental degradation, the international community has joined together under a unified goal to combat environmental insecurity. From locals and governments to the private and public sectors, stakeholders across industries have pledged to devote their time and resources to creating more climate-friendly regulations, innovation, and action plans. A congruent part of creating a more sustainable world comes from scientific research and technological advancements. While innovation is generally seen to be tied to economic patterns, it can also be used for the objective of human growth. Under the latter objective, innovation has the potential to play an intrinsic role in resolving environmental insecurity. However, the effects of innovation in the shape of emerging technologies will vary depending on how an actor understands the meaning of innovation. As sources of innovation continue to evolve, there is a need to investigate the long- and short- term impacts of innovation on...