Archive · 26 May 2025
Pune's Carbon Sequestration Capacity Declines Due to Urbanization
Imagine Pune, a city, breathing in less and less pollution because it is losing its green spaces.
A study showed that Pune can now absorb 34% less carbon, a type of air pollution, than it used to.
This happened because the city grew with new buildings, taking the place of trees and plants.
Now, the city is more at risk of floods because the natural drainage systems are disrupted.
Scientists suggest planting more trees and protecting the green spaces that are left.
This way, the city can continue to clean the air and be safe from floods.
Pune's carbon sequestration capacity declined by 34% between 2013 and 2022.
The decline is due to rapid urbanization and loss of green cover.
Built-up areas expanded by 12% during the study period.
Flood mitigation potential weakened by 13% due to urban growth.
Researchers suggest afforestation and preservation of natural features.
- Who
- Researchers at MIT-WPU
- What
- A 34% decline in carbon sequestration capacity
- When
- 2013-2022
- Where
- Pune
- Why
- Due to rapid urbanization and loss of green cover
- Decline in Carbon Sequestration
- 34%
- Study Period
- 2013-2022
- Main Cause
- Urbanization and loss of green cover
- Increase in Built-up Area
- 12%
- Flood Mitigation Weakening
- 13%