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Brazilian Court Halts Construction of Belo Monte Dam

HeadlineSep 30, 2011

A Brazilian court has again halted construction of a major hydroelectric dam in the Amazon rainforest. The $11 billion Belo Monte dam project was approved for construction over the objections of indigenous communities who have brought numerous challenges, citing environmental concerns.

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