North Carolina peatland restoration aims to curb carbon emissions

In North Carolina, scientists and investors are working to restore a 23-square-mile peatland area that has been drained for farming. This restoration is crucial as the site currently emits 130,000 tons of carbon dioxide each year, contributing to climate change. The project aims to rehydrate the land, restore native habitats, and support declining species, while also generating carbon credits to offset emissions.