Turning Farmland Back to Peatland: Can It Slow CO2 Emissions?

Yale e360
Jan 30, 2025, 5:38 am41 pts
Farmers have long drained peatlands for agriculture, but the dried-out soils release vast quantities of CO2. To halt this process, new initiatives in Germany are not only rewetting peatlands but also creating markets for the native grasses, reeds, and sedges they support. Read more on E360 →

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