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October 29, 2021

As Climate Crisis Worsens, 10 World Heritage Forests Become Net Carbon Emitters
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A new United Nations report warns at least 10 forests designated World
Heritage sites have become net emitters of greenhouse gases, no longer
absorbing more carbon than they emit. The disturbing trend is driven by
drought, wildfires and deforestation, including in California's Yosemite
National Park.


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