Carbon capture, also known as carbon sequestration, is a process aimed at capturing and storing carbon dioxide (CO₂) to reduce its presence in the atmosphere, which is crucial for combating global warming and climate change. This can be achieved through technological solutions or natural processes.

Forests as Natural Carbon Sinks: Forests play a vital role by absorbing CO₂ during photosynthesis and storing carbon in trees and soil. Different types of forests have varying capacities for carbon storage. Deforestation releases stored CO₂ back into the atmosphere, reducing the planet's ability to absorb future emissions.

Reforestation and Afforestation: Reforestation involves replanting trees in deforested areas, while afforestation refers to planting trees in areas that were not previously forested. Both activities increase the capacity for carbon sequestration.

Sustainable Forest Management: Sustainable forest management includes practices like selective logging and natural regeneration to ensure that forests continue to act as effective carbon sinks and provide other ecosystem services.

Challenges: Forests face threats from deforestation, climate change, and land-use changes, necessitating effective policies and sustainable practices to protect and enhance their carbon capture potential. Forests are essential in the global effort to mitigate climate change by acting as carbon sinks.