CO2 emissions from peatlands degradation

Emissions from peatlands per country (in Mtonnes CO2e). Note that emissions from peat extraction are not included in the calculations for European countries. It indicates where it is most urgent to undertake peatland rewetting action. Peatlands in pristine condition predominantly lock in carbon, however, degraded peatlands are strong net emitters of greenhouse gases. These emissions…

  • Produced by:
    Nieves Lopez Izquierdo
  • Year:
    08/12/2017

CO2 emissions from peatlands degradation

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