A new research from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) reveals that groundwater depth plays a crucial role in how efficiently plants sequester carbon. Using satellite imagery, existing datasets, and advanced statistical models, the study examines how variations in groundwater levels influence the carbon storage potential of ecosystems.
In this context, watch and read my in-depth conversation with Prof. Sekhar Muddu, senior scientist at IISc and lead author of the study, as he explained the findings and their implications for climate and ecosystem management.
Watch the interview that was telecast on ETV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7vy6X_y3lY
Read the detailed interview report: https://www.etvbharat.com/en/technology/indias-hidden-climate-crisis-how-falling-groundwater-threatens-carbon-storage-enn26011402046
