Unintended consequences of planting native and non- native trees in treeless ecosystems to mitigate climate change
Plant Science Research WeeklyAfforestation initiatives are globally underway to replace naturally treeless ecosystems with native and non-native trees. The primary objective is to enhance atmospheric carbon capture as a means to combat climate change. This review seeks to illuminate the diverse impacts of afforestation, both positive…
Review. Defining biodiverse reforestation: Why it matters for climate change mitigation and biodiversity (PPP)
Plant Science Research WeeklyBiodiversity contributes to thriving, healthy ecosystems that are essential for climate tolerance, improving water quality and habitat structure. As time goes on, there is increasing pressure to address climate change concerns worldwide, with one possible climate change mitigation approach being reforestation…