Addressing river pollution could enhance carbon storage potential, scientists find

Published 23:54 on July 4, 2025 / Last updated at 23:54 on July 4, 2025 / / Asia Pacific (Asia), Nature-based Carbon (Other NbS)

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A method of removing pollution from rivers was found to boost the population of an aquatic microorganism that uptakes CO2, according to research published by Asia-based scientists.
A method of removing pollution from rivers was found to boost the population of an aquatic microorganism that uptakes CO2, according to research published by Asia-based scientists.


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