Liana Cutting for Climate in Belize Maya Forest
Science shows that—combined with cutting fossil-fuel use and accelerating renewable energy—natural climate solutions can help us avoid the worst impacts of climate change. But what does this research look like on the ground? Meet scientist Denver Cayetano, who is working with local community members in the Belize Maya Forest to collect data on liana cutting as a natural climate solution.
Infestations of lianas, or woody vines, limit tree growth in tropical and some temperate forests, and are increasing around the world. A recent study co-authored by Denver and scientists at The University of Florida, The Nature Conservancy, Conservation International and other partners looked at how selective liana cutting in managed forests can increase tree growth and carbon sequestration in forests globally.
See how the work of Denver and the Belize Maya Forest Trust is contributing to global research into this natural climate solution while supporting capacity building in nearby communities in Belize.
Learn more about the research here: https://www.nature.org/en-us/newsroom...
Video by Feste Films in Belize.
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