Carbon Storage Assessment in the Great Plains - Findings and Implications

Explore the findings of the Great Plains Carbon Storage Assessment in this 43-minute press conference from the 2011 AGU Fall Meeting. Discover the methodology and results presented by USGS research scientist Zhiliang Zhu, including sources of greenhouse emissions and strategies to enhance carbon storage in the Great Plains region. Gain insights from USGS Director Marcia McNutt and U.S. Department of the Interior Deputy Secretary David Hayes on how this research will inform land management and policy decisions for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Learn about projections, risks, and comparisons with previous studies, as well as contributions from the USDA and other experts. Understand the current status and future prospects of carbon storage in the Great Plains, providing valuable information for those interested in climate change mitigation and environmental policy.

Introduction
David Hayes Deputy Secretary of Interior
Michael Brune Director of the Union of Concerned Scientists
Dr McNutt
Harvey
Projections
Risk
Comparison with previous studies
USDA
Steve Davies
Steve Benek
Randy Shostak
Status and future prospects
Conclusion