Restored wetlands aren't clear-cut wins against climate change, study suggests

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Jul 29, 2026, 1:40 pm72 ptsTrending
Wetland restoration is often promoted as a definitive way to support wildlife, improve water quality and help store carbon. However, new research from McGill University suggests the overall climate picture is more complicated. In a study of human-made marshes along the Bay of Fundy, researchers found that parts…

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