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A new study reveals that the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau absorbs up to 140 million tonnes of CO2 annually, contributing significantly to China’s carbon sink and boasting a carbon surplus.
China leads the world with over 1.2 billion tonnes of annual carbon-sink capacity in its forests and grasslands, highlighting its commitment to ecological conservation ahead of National Ecology Day.
Recent studies reveal that China’s Qinghai-Xizang Plateau continues to serve as a vital carbon sink, playing a crucial role in combating climate change despite global warming and wetter conditions.