Brazilian skydiving veteran Luigi Cani released 100 million seeds from 27 native tree species during his most nerve-wracking jump over a deforested Amazon region, aiming to restore 100 square kilometers of lost forest.
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How did five years of preparation and 3.5 tonnes of equipment culminate in this high-stakes environmental mission?
Technical failures threatened the project as three test boxes leaked days before the final attempt, forcing the team to work through sleepless nights for solutions.
During the critical moment at 6,000 feet, Cani nearly broke his wrist while stabilizing the specialized biodegradable seed box before its precise release.
With seeds expected to achieve a 95% germination rate and trees projected to reach 165 feet, what impact could this aerial reforestation method have on Brazil's conservation goals?
The timing proves crucial as recent reports showed the Amazon lost 11,568 square kilometers to deforestation in 2022 alone.
Brazil's commitment to reforest 12 million hectares by 2030 faces mounting pressure, with 1.8 million hectares of Amazon forest already destroyed.
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Satellite monitoring will track the project's progress over the next two years, providing data on this innovative reforestation technique.
After 14,000 jumps and 11 world records, the veteran skydiver shifts his focus from pursuing danger to environmental restoration, with ocean cleanup projects on the horizon.