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North Carolina peatland emits 130,000 tons of CO₂yearly after 50 miles of ditches were cut

In a significant ecological effort, North Carolina is working to restore its ancient peatlands that suffered damage from farming practices impacting their carbon storage capabilities. The previous drainage systems caused water levels to drop, resulting in peat exposure to air and

This is a source-based summary, not original reporting by Ebenezer journalists. Source: Times of India · Original byline: TOI Science Desk. Ebenezer published 10 Sept 2026, 09:30 am. Editorial policy.

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