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Ayla Norris Smith

Communications Manager, Natural Climate Solutions

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  • How Communities Are Leading the Way in Agroforestry

    From the Dominican Republic to the Ecuadorian Amazon, how four community-led agroforestry systems are helping to advance the science that supports this natural climate solution.

    Ayla Norris Smith

  • To Save the Red Knots, Look to Blue Carbon

    Six ways natural climate solutions are supporting coastal biodiversity and communities around the world.

    Ayla Norris Smith

  • Peatlands Are One of Earth’s Most Underrated Ecosystems

    Peatlands are incredible Natural Climate Solutions. They cover only 3% of Earth’s surface, but store around 30% of all the carbon on land.

    Ayla Norris Smith

  • Overlooked ‘Albedo’ Effect Should Be Factored into Tree Cover Restoration Decisions for Climate

    Albedo changes can reduce the climate benefit of tree planting, but new research helps identify areas with the greatest climate-cooling potential.

    Ayla Norris Smith

    March 26, 2024

    Story type: TNC Science Brief

  • A New Boost for Biochar as a Natural Climate Solution

    Biochar could be a meaningful ally in tackling the climate crisis.

    Ayla Norris Smith

    October 22, 2023

    Story type: TNC Science Brief

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