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Peatlands and wetlands, such as freshwater bogs and salt marshes, are permanently waterlogged ecosystems that form a vital and vast carbon store. Land use change, drainage and climate change, among other factors, can lead to their degradation. Degradation, in turn, can release carbon to the atmosphere. On the other hand, conservation and restoration of these important ecosystems could help achieve climate targets.
In this Collection, we present articles that explore how climate change and land use are affecting peatlands and wetlands, their extent and their biogeochemical cycles. We welcome submissions of complementary studies and opinion pieces that can help broaden the discussion and further our understanding of peatlands and wetlands and their role in the global carbon cycle.