A study analyzing fossilized leaf cells from the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum, approximately 56 million years ago, indicates that increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere could lead to the decline of forests rather than their growth. This research challenges previous assertions made by some members of the Trump administration regarding the potential benefits of fossil fuel emissions on forest health.
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Study Examines Impact of Carbon Emissions on Ancient Forests
A recent study of fossilized leaves from 56 million years ago suggests that high levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere may harm forests instead of promoting their growth. This finding contradicts claims made by some officials about the positive effects of fossil fuel pollution on the environment.
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Fossils show huge carbon emissions harm forests, not ‘green the planet’
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Study Examines Impact of Carbon Emissions on Ancient Forests