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Can planting a trillion trees really help Earth? It’s complicated – POP TIMES UK
The idea was floated by scientists and President Donald Trump’s government alike: Planting an astronomical amount of trees — a trillion, some estimates suggest — may help pull us out of the deep trouble carbon dioxide emissions are causing. The prevailing con…
The idea was floated by scientists and President Donald Trump’s government alike:
Planting an astronomical amount of trees a trillion, some estimates suggest may help pull us out of the deep trouble carbon dioxide emissions are causing.
The prevailing consensus among researchers is that planting trees can make strides toward lowering emissions. Trees sequester carbon dioxide, so having more of them does help to soak up the planet-warming gas.
But when it comes to planting all those trees, …
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