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Do Rice Paddies Emit Greenhouse Gases? The Current State of Methane Reduction in Rice Farming
Methane from rice paddies accounts for approximately 40 percent of Japan’s methane emissions. Extending midseason drainage can reduce emissions by around 30 percent, but crop yields, biodiversity, food safety, and farmers’ workloads must also be considered. -
When Permafrost Thaws: The Carbon and Methane Crisis Beneath Our Feet
Permafrost has stored ancient carbon beneath the frozen ground for thousands of years. As the planet warms, thawing soil could release carbon dioxide and methane—turning a consequence of climate change into a new cause of warming.
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