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Canadian-backed potash mine in Brazil has dried up sacred Amazon springs, say residents

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Briefings

Indigenous residents report that a Canadian-backed potash mining project in Brazil has caused two sacred springs in Autazes to dry up, according to the Mura people. This is part of a decade-long controversy involving the Potássio Autazes project, where the company cleared trees to build an access road. The Mura people believe springs have spiritual guardians who leave when they dry up, disrupting the territory's life and fertility. The article was originally published on Mongabay.

Key points

• Indigenous residents report that a Canadian-backed potash mining project in Brazil has caused two sacred springs in Autazes to dry up, according to the Mura people.
• The Mura people believe springs have spiritual guardians who leave when they dry up, disrupting the territory's life and fertility.

Context

The Potássio Autazes project has been a source of controversy for a decade, involving Indigenous land rights and environmental concerns. The article was originally published on Mongabay.

Limitations

Residents report the loss of two springs, but the article does not specify the total number of springs affected or the specific dates of the drying events. The article does not provide details on the company's specific mining methods or the environmental impact beyond tree clearing.

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