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Brazil's Drying Aquifers: A Global Food and Energy Threat
Key Takeaways
- Brazil's aquifers have shrunk significantly over 25 years due to drought, climate change, and pumping.
- These aquifers supply 55% of Brazil's water and are crucial for agriculture and hydroelectric power.
- Depletion threatens global food exports and could force Brazil to use fossil fuels for electricity.
- AI models were used to overcome sparse monitoring data.
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DT Editorial Team··via livescience.com