Thawing Permafrost Not Only Emits CO2, It Absorbs it Too, Shows Landmark Study
Thawing permafrost is considered a growing source of greenhouse gases as our climate warms and releases ancient carbon once stored in the frozen soils. But a new study reveals an overlooked plus side: the process will also trigger a removal of emissions from the atmosphere as the landscape thaws. The research, published in the journal […] The post Thawing Permafrost Not Only Emits CO2, It Absorbs it Too, Shows Landmark Study appeared first on Good News Network.
Thawing permafrost is considered a growing source of greenhouse gases as our climate warms and releases ancient carbon once stored in the frozen soils. But a new study reveals an overlooked plus side: the process will also trigger a removal of emissions from the atmosphere as the landscape thaws. The research, published in the journal […]
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