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Measuring nitrous oxide emissions

Measuring nitrous oxide emissions

Update: 2025-04-01
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Nitrous oxide is a potent greenhouse gas with nearly 300 times the warming potential of carbon dioxide, making even small emissions highly impactful. Agriculture, particularly soil management, is the largest source of nitrous oxide. To better understand and manage these emissions, researchers have developed a system for continuous monitoring on farms and other land management purposes.

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Measuring nitrous oxide emissions

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