Study in Nature reveals trees, particularly bark, significantly absorb methane, increasing climate benefit by 10%.
A study in Nature reveals that trees, particularly their bark, play a significant role in removing methane gas from the atmosphere. Microbes in tree bark or wood absorb methane on a scale equal to or greater than soil. This process increases the overall climate benefit of trees by 10%. Methane is responsible for around 30% of global warming since pre-industrial times and its concentration in the atmosphere has been increasing rapidly. The research highlights the importance of planting more trees and reducing deforestation as part of efforts to cut methane emissions.
July 24, 2024
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