VOICED : Greenpeace: "la Amazonía arde, Europa es culpable"

Greenpeace staged a protest at the European Commission in Brussels, highlighting the EU's role in Amazon deforestation. They demand strict EU laws to ban products linked to deforestation. Despite private sector commitments to zero deforestation policies, these have failed, necessitating EU regulation. The EU's imports of beef, soy, palm oil, coffee, and cocoa contribute to over 10% of global deforestation.

What was the main purpose of Greenpeace's banner in Brussels?

• To advertise European products

• To protest against deforestation in the Amazon

• To support local businesses in Brussels

• To promote tourism in the Amazon

What specific action does Greenpeace want Europe to take?

• Increase funding for Amazon conservation

• Promote European agricultural products

• Adopt a strict law banning deforestation-linked products

• Support local farmers in Brazil

Why does Greenpeace believe previous private sector commitments failed?

• They were too expensive

• They lacked proper enforcement

• They were not widely publicized

• They were opposed by governments

Which products are mentioned as contributing to deforestation due to European imports?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Dairy products

• Rice and wheat

• Beef, soy, palm oil, coffee, and cocoa

What percentage of global deforestation is attributed to the European Union according to the NGO?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%