LULUCF (Land Use, Land-Use Change, and Forestry)

LULUCF (Land Use, Land-Use Change, and Forestry) refers to how land areas are used and managed, including forests, farms, and urban spaces. It considers how these activities affect the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, either by absorbing (sequestering) CO₂ through forest growth or releasing it through deforestation, farming, or land development. LULUCF is important in climate science because it helps measure and manage human impact on greenhouse gases, supporting efforts to reduce climate change by preserving forested areas and adopting sustainable land practices.