Brazil Passes Bill to Standardise Environmental Licensing

Brazil passes bill to standardise environmental licensing

Brazil's senate has passed an environmental licensing bill, potentially expediting oil exploration projects by standardising procedures.

With less than six months to go until the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 30, the Brazilian Senate approved a bill that modifies the country's environmental licensing rules on Wednesday night (21). The result was 54 votes in favor and 13 against. The bill includes an amendment that creates a Special Environmental License, with a simplified process, for projects considered a priority by the Executive. With the changes, the text…

Less than six months from Brazil to 30 United Nations Conference on Change in Climate Ticks, COP 30, the Senate approved a draft law amending the rules for environmental licensing in order to read more (05/22/2025) on Thursday evening (21)

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