Study: Many Forests Vulnerable to Climate Change [1]
The team concludes that similar forest losses could become more widespread as climate change continues, threatening forest ecology, biodiversity, timber production, watershed integrity, recreational use, and aesthetic qualities.
- "A Global Overview of Drought and Heat-induced Tree Mortality Reveals Emerging Climate Change Risks for Forests," [2] Allen et al., Forest Ecology and Management, online
Oct. 21, 2009 ; Oct. 26, 2009, press release; [3] Craig [4]Allen, [4] 505-672-3861 x541.
The team of 20 researchers represents