Colombia's presidential runoff could impact the future of the Amazon rainforest and fossil fuels

Colombia's June 21 presidential runoff between Iván Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella will determine the country's approach to Amazon rainforest conservation, fossil fuel development, and Indigenous rights. Cepeda supports Petro's policies to limit oil/gas exploration and promote renewables, while de la Espriella advocates for expanding extractive industries and fracking. The election follows Colombia's hosting of a global fossil fuel transition summit under President Gustavo Petro.