Functioning ecosystems on land and in the oceans absorb a large proportion of man-made CO₂ emissions. Forests, mangroves, and moors store a significant amount of carbon, for example, that is released when destroyed through deforestation, degradation, or fire. As such, the integrity and functionality of such ecosystems are crucial to stabilizing the climate.
Source: EU Commission (2024) Biodiversity, climate change and energy 2024.
