A 24-year study uncovers a surprising climate benefit beneath forests

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Oct 17, 2026, 7:33 am87 ptsTrending
Scientists have discovered that some forest soils are becoming surprisingly better at removing methane from the atmosphere as temperatures rise and rainfall declines. A study spanning up to 24 years found methane absorption increasing by an average of 3% annually, challenging previous predictions about climate…

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