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Arctic Regions Now Emit More CO2 Than Absorb

1/22/2025

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A startling new study shows that more than a third of the Arctic tundra, forests, and wetlands are now releasing more carbon dioxide than they can absorb, marking a dramatic reversal in environmental trends. Thawing permafrost is unleashing stored carbon, accelerating global warming and highlighting the urgent need for vigilant climate monitoring.

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A startling new study shows that more than a third of the Arctic tundra, forests, and wetlands are now releasing more carbon dioxide than they can absorb, marking a dramatic reversal in environmental trends. Thawing permafrost is unleashing stored carbon, accelerating global warming and highlighting the urgent need for vigilant climate monitoring.