India's Forest Carbon Biomass Projected to Increase Amid Climate Change
A study projects that carbon stored in India's forests will rise by 35%, 62%, and 97% by 2100 under low, medium, and high emissions scenarios, respectively. The largest gains in carbon biomass are expected in desert and semi-arid zones, followed by the trans-Himalaya and Indo-Gangetic Plain. Rainfall is identified as the primary factor influencing forest carbon changes, with increasing temperature and precipitation trends predicted. However, the study warns that climate change poses risks such as drought and pest outbreaks, which could threaten forest ecosystems. The findings underscore the need for region-specific climate adaptation strategies to manage forest resources effectively. India ranks 10th globally in forest area, with significant contributions to global greening since 2000.
Published 8 hours ago • 21 Apr 2026, 08:36 AM IST