Peatlands hold vast amounts of carbon. Forestry, farming, fire, and fuel extraction release carbon and reduce peatlands’ ability to store more. Protection and rewetting can reduce emissions while supporting peatlands’ role as carbon sinks.
Author
Research Fellow: Jimena Alvarez; Senior Fellows: Mamta Mehra, Eric Toensmeier; Senior Director: Chad Frischmann
Publisher
Project Drawdown
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