Lithuania is rewetting 6,000 hectares of drained peat bogs to create natural carbon sinks. This restoration effort helps the country meet European Union nature goals by capturing carbon more effectively than forests while restoring damaged ecosystems. Beyond climate benefits, the spongy terrain serves as a strategic military barrier. By restoring these wetlands, Lithuania creates natural obstacles that limit the movement of heavy armored vehicles, integrating environmental restoration into a broader national defense strategy.
