<ul><li>Suction mining in the Peruvian Amazon region has led to land inability to hold water, hampering reforestation efforts.</li><li>The method of suction mining dries out the ground, making it inhospitable for new trees to grow.</li><li>Research conducted using drones and soil sensors showed that the topsoil is washed away, leaving behind stagnant ponds and sand piles.</li><li>To address the issue, scientists recommend reshaping the land to hold moisture and support new growth, as simply planting trees is not enough.</li></ul>

Why the Amazon can’t grow back after gold mining

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