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Rising CO2 Boosts Photosynthesis, But Carbon Storage Declines

2/27/2025

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Rising CO2 levels have boosted tropical trees' photosynthesis efficiency, according to researchers at Wageningen University. Yet, alarming data reveals that Earth's ability to store carbon peaked in 2008 and is now on the decline, heightening the threat of climate catastrophe. To stabilize CO2 levels, emissions must drop by 0.3% each year.

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Rising CO2 levels have boosted tropical trees' photosynthesis efficiency, according to researchers at Wageningen University. Yet, alarming data reveals that Earth's ability to store carbon peaked in 2008 and is now on the decline, heightening the threat of climate catastrophe. To stabilize CO2 levels, emissions must drop by 0.3% each year.