Not Just Forests: Why Grasslands Also Belong in National Climate Plans
Grasslands as a Neglected Biome
The article argues that grasslands—often dismissed as “empty” or degraded lands—are among the most threatened ecosystems globally. Despite covering vast areas, including in India, grasslands receive far less policy attention than forests. They face rapid conversion due to agriculture, mining, infrastructure expansion, invasive species, and fire mismanagement, leading to biodi
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