A study finds that climate change is responsible for 15,000 wildfire particulate matter deaths in the continental US from 2006 to 2020. The economic burden associated with these deaths was $160 billion, mainly affecting western states like California and Oregon.
A new study reveals the profound ecological effects of wolves in Yellowstone National Park, showcasing a remarkable 1,500% increase in willow crown volume along riparian zones. The research demonstrates the cascading effects predators can have on ecosystems, with significant impacts on herbivores and plants.
A study published in BioScience reveals substantial ecological impacts of elk and other ungulates following the removal of gray wolves from Yellowstone, Olympic, and Wind Cave National Parks. This has led to declines in long-term tree recruitment, influencing plant communities and ecological processes.
A new study highlights the importance of knowledge coproduction in addressing complex conservation problems, specifically in California's Central Valley wetlands. The research team successfully integrated stakeholder input and climate scenarios to develop resilient wetland management strategies.
A new analysis reveals that protecting large trees in old-growth forests can sequester significant amounts of carbon and promote biodiversity. The study concludes that policy initiatives aligning conservation with climate change mitigation priorities are crucial for preserving these natural carbon sinks.
A new study finds that bison herds in northern Yellowstone National Park are negatively impacting riparian plant communities, leading to biotic impoverishment and loss of ecosystem services. The effects of increased bison numbers are exacerbating climate change, shifting plant communities towards warmer and drier conditions.
Researchers identified 27 amplifying feedbacks, 7 dampening feedbacks, and 7 uncertain feedbacks, including permafrost thawing, peatland drying, and forest dieback. The study calls for more ambitious emissions drawdown plans and nature-based solutions to address the climate crisis.
A new study provides fine-scale maps to guide action towards protecting Oregon's forests, which are among the highest carbon density in the world. The research aims to increase carbon storage while protecting wildlife and clean water.