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A satellite study shows most forests around the world are becoming less resilient to change

A small group of researchers from Italy, France, and the United States discovered that most forests around the world are becoming less resilient to environmental changes caused by global warming. The group describes their study of satellite images of forested areas of the planet...

Deforestation drives climate change that harms remaining forest

University of California scientists have revealed how protecting tropical forests can yield climate benefits that enhance carbon storage in nearby areas. They have used climate models and satellite data. Many climate scientists use computer simulations to mimic the planet's climate as it exists today and how it...

Earth scientists simulate the future to model forest restoration impact

Replanting previously forested landscapes in the tropics is a nature-based solution. It can play a role in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. But if the new forests will withstand the impacts of future climate change was a big uncertainty. Though there is a reason...

Number of Earth’s tree species estimated to be 14% higher than currently known

A new study involved more than 100 scientists from across the world. They have assembled 73,000 tree species on Earth and about 9,200 species yet to be discovered. The global estimate is 14% higher than the current number of known tree species. Most of the undiscovered...

Ancient trees deemed vital to forest survival

New study suggests that ancient trees possess far more than an awe-inspiring presence. They sustain the entire population of trees' ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. The study has been published in Nature Plants. The Morton Arboretum's Centre for Tree Science in Lisle,...

Crowding, climate change, and the case for social distancing among trees

According to new research, achieving historical conditions of forests are becoming increasingly hard to achieve in a changing world. According to Utah State University's Department of Wildland Resources scientists, managers need to consider new strategies for building resilient forests. Researchers said, in the era of...