A global estimate of carbon stored in the world's mountain grasslands and shrublands, and the implications for climate policy

- This paper provides the first global estimate of C stored in mountain grasslands and shrublands.
- The paper estimates this amount to be between 60.5 Pg C and 82.8 Pg C. To put this in perspective tropical peatlands are estimated to contain 88.6 Pg C.
- This C is accounted for in a robust manner when considering the UNFCCC's mitigation objectives.