Researchers propose new socio-ecological framework for sustainable reforestation in Karst regions

The South China Karst, the world’s most concentrated karst area, has reduced rocky desertification through extensive conservation and restoration over the past two decades, making it a global “greening” hotspot. However, the sustainability of this trend remains uncertain due to challenges related to afforestation site selection, forest productivity, ecosystem services, and balancing “greening” with economic benefits. The South China Karst, the world’s most concentrated karst area, has reduced rocky desertification through extensive conservation and restoration over the past two decades, making it a global “greening” hotspot. However, the sustainability of this trend remains uncertain due to challenges related to afforestation site selection, forest productivity, ecosystem services, and balancing “greening” with economic benefits. Earth Sciences Environment Phys.org – latest science and technology news stories