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Trees' Reduced Carbon Storage Capacity

New research suggests that trees may store less carbon than expected in the future due to the decoupling of photosynthesis and growth. This indicates a potential limitation in forests' ability to act as carbon sinks. As a result, current climate change mitigation strategies may need to be reassessed. The reduced carbon storage capacity of trees poses a significant challenge to efforts aimed at reducing atmospheric CO2 levels.

Science, Earth & Space Sciences, Climatology