California’s ancient and massive redwoods are under threat from climate change, leading a group of activists and scientists to attempt their preservation through “assisted mitigation,” which involves planting these trees in new locations. This approach, which includes growing seedlings from cones or using clones, is controversial due to the potential ecological impact of introducing trees into unfamiliar environments. Despite this, the effort, led by a Washington state resident and supported by the non-profit Propagation Nation, is driven by the redwoods’ remarkable carbon capture abilities and the need to protect these iconic trees from increasingly intense wildfires and drought conditions.
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