The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in north China has emerged as the top carbon sink in the country, according to local authorities. The region's forests, grasslands, and wetlands have absorbed a total of 119 million tonnes of carbon so far this year, securing its leading position in China.
Overall, Inner Mongolia's forests, grasslands, and wetlands have accumulated 10.54 billion tonnes of carbon reserves, ranking second nationally, as per the regional forestry and grassland bureau. Carbon sinks play a crucial role in mitigating climate change by absorbing more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than they release.
This achievement underscores Inner Mongolia's significant contribution to China's environmental sustainability efforts, showcasing the vital importance of natural ecosystems in combating global warming.
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Inner Mongolia tops China's carbon sinks of forest, grassland, wetland
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