Core Insights - The Tibetan Plateau has achieved net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, making it the only region in China to do so [2] - The ecosystem of the Tibetan Plateau acts as a significant carbon sink, absorbing nearly 100 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually, which is almost double that of China's terrestrial ecosystems [4] - The future greenhouse gas sink capacity of the Tibetan Plateau is highly dependent on sustainable livestock management practices [5] Group 1: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks - The research indicates that methane and nitrous oxide are significant contributors to climate change, second only to carbon dioxide [3] - Over 40% of the carbon dioxide sink is offset by non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions, with livestock and inland water bodies contributing 21% and 13% respectively [4] - The Tibetan Plateau's ecosystem has the potential to continue being a significant greenhouse gas sink until 2060 under moderate emission scenarios [5] Group 2: Sustainable Development and Management - The study emphasizes the importance of sustainable and efficient livestock development paths to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the plateau [5] - Implementing grass-livestock balance management and emission reduction measures could increase the greenhouse gas sink capacity by 1.5 times compared to current levels [5] - The findings highlight the need for effective management strategies to enhance the Tibetan Plateau's contribution to China's carbon neutrality goals [5]