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Wetlands Are an Important Source of Methane but Draining Wetlands

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Wetlands are an important source of methane but draining wetlands results in large emissions of CO2 as the built-up organic materials oxidize. Ignoring ecological impacts, how could you decide whether keeping the wetland or draining it is the best option for greenhouse gas emissions?


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Denotes the mental faculty by which one deliberately chooses or decides upon a course of action.

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