Geography of Brazil clearing. Public policies intended to promote sustainable management of timber extraction, as well as sustainable use of nontimber forest products (such as rubber, Brazil nuts, fruits, seeds, oils, and vines), were being discussed intensely in the mid-1990s. However, implementing the principles of sustainable development, without irreversible damage to the environment, proved to be more challenging than establishing international agreements about them. Although 90% of the country is within the tropical zone, the climate of Brazil varies considerably from the mostly tropical North (the equator traverses the mouth of the Amazon) to temperate zones below the Tropic of Capricorn (23°27' S
Capricorn Coast map for travellers. After a public scolding on social media from those disappointed by a lack of support the tax/ratepayer funded local tourism body offered coastal businesses (by only focusing on paid members) a small group of community members took matters into their own hands and created a comprehensive site about the coast. The site also has a growing social media presence (Facebook & Instgram). Capricorn Coast The Capricorn Coast is a stretch of coastline in Central Queensland, Australia and is part of the Shire of Livingstone (formerly part of Rockhampton Region). The region straddles the Tropic of Capricorn, after