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From tropical forests to Mediterranean ecosystems, discover the fascinating missions of the scientists who use forests as outdoor laboratories.
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View the mediaForests and economies is the theme of the 2026 International Day of Forests, celebrating the essential roles of forests in driving economic prosperity. In addition to providing food, fuel, income and employment, forests support soil fertility, protect water resources, and offer habitats for biodiversity, including vital pollinators. They are essential for the survival of forest-dependent communities, particularly Indigenous Peoples, and contribute to climate change mitigation by storing carbon.
Understanding climate change, fighting deforestation or better still preserving the biodiversity of these ecosystems: scientists have plenty to do in forests. But forests are also one of the terrestrial biosphere’s natural carbon sinks. Because of their ability to absorb atmospheric CO2, they play a major role in regulating carbon and the climate.
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