Africa > Large amounts of Africa’s trees, carbon stocks not located in forests, researchers find

Large amounts of Africa’s trees, carbon stocks not located in forests, researchers find

Published 22:18 on May 4, 2023  /  Last updated at 22:18 on May 4, 2023  /  Africa, EMEA, Nature-based, Voluntary

Nearly 30% of Africa’s trees are located outside areas previously classified as forests or woodlands, researches have found using satellite imaging, presenting an opportunity to better estimate carbon stocks and more effectively direct climate change mitigation efforts.
Nearly 30% of Africa’s trees are located outside areas previously classified as forests or woodlands, researches have found using satellite imaging, presenting an opportunity to better estimate carbon stocks and more effectively direct climate change mitigation efforts.


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