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South Africa’s Namaqualand region is dotted with thousands of sandy mounds that occupy about 20% of the surface area.
Some date as far back as between 34,000 and 13,000 years old , says Dr. Andrew Hammond .
By studying these mounds, scientists can gain a better understanding of how to sequester (store) carbon, he says.
In Namaqualand , termite mounds occupy 27% of the total area but contribute 44% of soil organic carbon stock.
Michele Francis: Termite mounds are often cleared for agriculture or termites are considered pests.
Public awareness and policy integration are key, she says.
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