New book explores Minnesota's vast peatland ecosystem and climate change
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In northern Minnesota, the largest stretch of peatlands in the contiguous U.S. can be found. This wet terrain has taken thousands of years to form. And draws scientists and experts from around the world.
That includes Jennifer de Mooy, who spent quite a bit of time there researching for her new book: "Water, Carbon, Time: Exploring Peatlands in a Warming World."
Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke to de Mooy about these important ecosystems.
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