A hidden pollutant is changing how the world's forests breathe

ScienceDaily
Jun 2, 2026, 10:11 am329 ptsTop
A massive global analysis found that nitrogen pollution can either speed up or dramatically slow the natural "breathing" of forest soils, depending on the ecosystem's condition. The results reveal hidden tipping points that could affect how forests store carbon and cope with climate change.

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