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Grassland CO2 absorption could fall 15% by 2050 as plant diversity declines
Original: Losing plant diversity could reduce grassland CO₂ absorption 15% by 2050, model projects
A new model projects that continued loss of plant diversity could cut grasslands' capacity to absorb carbon dioxide by around 15% by 2050. The finding underscores that biodiversity loss is not only an ecological concern but also weakens a key natural carbon sink, adding urgency to conservation and restoration efforts worldwide.
Why now: New climate modelling ties biodiversity loss directly to weaker carbon absorption, a timely warning amid ongoing climate negotiations.
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