CO2 Fertilization Boosts Amazon Tree Growth

Scientists found Amazon tree sizes increased 3.3% per decade due to CO2 rise.
188 plots tracked over 30 years showed consistent growth patterns.
Large trees are critical for carbon storage due to light and water access.
Deforestation threatens to undo recent growth gains.
Atmospheric CO2 levels rose 20% during the study period.

Climate Change | Biology | Forests

Peru | Brazil | Colombia

Dr. Adriane Esquivel-Muelbert | Dr. Rebecca Banbury Morgan

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