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Managed forests anchor Congo Basin carbon sink, but half of stocks at risk, researchers warn

Published 02:23 on May 8, 2026 / Last updated at 02:23 on May 8, 2026 / / EMEA (Africa), Nature-based Carbon (Forestry), Voluntary (VCM Developments)

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Managed rainforests across the Congo Basin absorb more carbon and account for nearly all net removals in the region, though half of these stocks are at "significant risk of rapid loss", according to new research.
Managed rainforests across the Congo Basin absorb more carbon and account for nearly all net removals in the region, though half of these stocks are at "significant risk of rapid loss", according to new research.


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