INTERVIEW: Photosynthesis-enhanced trees shown to grow faster, decompose slower, says startup

Published 10:27 on September 29, 2023  /  Last updated at 10:27 on September 29, 2023  / /  Nature-based, US, Voluntary

Trees enhanced for photosynthesis using bioengineering have been shown to accelerate the rate of carbon capture and slow the rate of decomposition, in addition to improved soil quality through more below-ground biomass and potential for greater resilience to high temperatures and drought, according to a California-based startup.
Trees enhanced for photosynthesis using bioengineering have been shown to accelerate the rate of carbon capture and slow the rate of decomposition, in addition to improved soil quality through more below-ground biomass and potential for greater resilience to high temperatures and drought, according to a California-based startup.


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