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How Peatland Bogs Sequester Massive Amounts of Carbon
Peatland bogs are among the world's most effective carbon sinks, storing vast amounts of carbon over thousands of years. Waterlogged, oxygen-poor conditions slow the decay of plant material, allowing thick layers of peat to accumulate. Coverage of the topic highlights why protecting these wetlands matters for climate policy, since drained or burned peatlands release stored carbon back into the atmosphere.
Why now: Growing interest in natural climate solutions has put carbon-storing ecosystems like peatlands in the spotlight.
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- How Peatland Bogs Sequester Massive Amounts of Carbon · The Scientist
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