Abstract
This paper proposes a methodology for valuing environmental damages for criminal environmental investigations, specifically in cases of deforestation by clear-cutting of native forest cover vegetation in the Amazon Biome. The objective is to offer a robust technical-scientific model, adapted to the forensic reality of the Amazon, that enables the fair and reproducible determination of the economic value of environmental damage in accordance with the principles of simplicity, reasonableness, and proportionality. The model adopts the classic Economic Value of Environmental Resources (EVER) equation, but makes necessary adjustments, maintaining the Direct Use Value and Indirect Use Value. The other components were disregarded for technical-scientific reasons. For forensic application, the Direct Use Value (DV) was calculated based on the Environmental Restoration Cost and the Indirect Use Value (IUV) estimated due to climate damage, which, in turn, is based on the calculation of the released carbon stock. The Total Value of Environmental Damage (VTDA) is calculated by adding these two parameters and the optional addition related to the property's fencing. The methodology, applied via an automated spreadsheet, provides standardization, transparency, and technical security to forensic assessments and can be adapted to other types of environmental damage. The conclusion is that the proposal represents a scientific and operational advancement for Brazilian forensics.