I agree that tropical forests are very important for slowing down climate change because they store a lot of carbon. I also found the "positive feedback loop" idea really worrying. If forests keep getting cut down or stressed by heat and drought, they could start releasing more carbon than they store, which would make global warming even worse.
You mentioned genetically changing plants to take in carbon better, like using C₄ and CAM traits. That’s a smart idea, and it could help, but I agree with you—it’s hard to do on a big scale and might cause other problems in nature.
You talked about helping Indigenous communities and using agroforestry (growing crops and trees together). These are great ways to protect forests and support people who live there. For example, in the Amazon, some Indigenous groups have kept forests healthy while living off the land.
I think combining science and community support is the best way forward. Looking forward to hearing more from you!
You mentioned genetically changing plants to take in carbon better, like using C₄ and CAM traits. That’s a smart idea, and it could help, but I agree with you—it’s hard to do on a big scale and might cause other problems in nature.
You talked about helping Indigenous communities and using agroforestry (growing crops and trees together). These are great ways to protect forests and support people who live there. For example, in the Amazon, some Indigenous groups have kept forests healthy while living off the land.
I think combining science and community support is the best way forward. Looking forward to hearing more from you!