Grasslands
Tropical rainforests get all the glory – and to be fair, they are fabulous – but spare a thought for humble grasslands. When we lose grassland ecosystems, we lose natural carbon sinks that provide habitats for hundreds of species, reduce soil erosion and prevent downstream flooding. For example, millions of acres of America’s Great Plains are being converted each year to grow corn, wheat and soy (primarily for biofuels and animal feed). That’s why environmental groups are calling for the creation of a Grasslands Conservation Act and why WWF is working on a $6 million project to improve grassland grazing practices.
— Wayne Visser
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