Tag: Wetlands
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Peatlands Under Threat: A Huge Carbon Reservoir at Risk of Release
The Hidden Giant: Peatlands as a Global Carbon Reservoir Peatlands—wetland ecosystems saturated with partially decayed vegetation—contain an immense store of carbon. Across the globe, these spongy landscapes hold more carbon than all the world’s forests combined, a striking statistic that underscores their climate importance. But a growing body of research indicates that this carbon reserve…
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Peatlands at Risk: Protecting a Huge Carbon Reservoir from Release
Peatlands: Nature’s Massive Carbon Reservoir Peatlands, a unique class of wetlands that accumulate partially decayed vegetation, hold a staggering amount of Earth’s carbon. Though they cover only about 3% of global land area, these ecosystems store an estimated 30% of soil carbon, far more than forests in many regions. Recent research underscores that the stability…
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Building Floating Wetlands: A Living Laboratory on Lake Decatur
Introduction: A New Phase for Lake Research After more than a year of planning, a dedicated research team is launching the next phase of a long-term study of lake health. The project centers on two floating wetlands—small islands built from steel cages and thick coco fiber logs (coir)—that will drift on Lake Decatur. These living…
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Mangrove Photography Awards 2025: Winners Illuminate Coastal Ecosystems
Overview of the Mangrove Photography Awards 2025 The Mangrove Photography Awards, launched in 2015 by the Mangrove Action Project (MAP), has crowned its 2025 winners and finalists in a global call to protect mangrove ecosystems. Celebrating imagery from photographers across 125 countries, the competition blends art and science to highlight the crucial role mangroves play…