Less ice, more methane from northern lakes: A result from global warming

Thursday, March 26, 2020 - 12:00 in Earth & Climate

Shorter and warmer winters lead to an increase in emissions of methane from northern lakes, according to a new study by scientists in Finland and the US. Longer ice-free periods contribute to increased methane emissions. In Finland, emissions of methane from lakes could go up by as much as 60%.

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