Peat Collapse Insights
Over the past century and a half, peat soil in the Everglades has dramatically shrunk due to unnatural droughts, leading to the formation of deeper ponds that disrupt the ecosystem. As saltwater encroaches, it exacerbates the decline of freshwater sawgrass, further destabilizing the peat. Efforts to manage phosphorus levels are recognized as essential yet costly to protect this fragile environment.In this clip
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Lessons on the limits of ecosystem restoration from the Everglades
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