Permafrost’s Peril: The Unseen Thaw Accelerating Global Warming
Permafrost, a pervasive geological feature found predominantly in Arctic and subarctic regions, has long been regarded as a stable yet dormant landscape. This frozen soil layer, which can extend several meters below the ground’s surface, has captured the world’s attention due to its significant implications for climate change. However, the accelerating thaw of permafrost is ...