Recent studies have highlighted concerning shifts in the world's rainforests, particularly in Australia, where old-growth rainforests are releasing more carbon than they absorb, signifying a concerning transition that could exacerbate climate change. The propensity of Australia's rainforests to release carbon is alarming given their historical role in sequestering carbon to mitigate climate impacts, which could signify a major tipping point in the fight against climate change. Additionally, climate change has fueled extreme wildfire seasons across the Americas, leading to burned areas around 30 times larger. The implications of these wildfires are highly relevant to the conservation and preservation of old-growth forests, as they contribute to the loss of important carbon sinks in these ecosystems, thereby exacerbating climate change further. Moreover, recognizing the critical role played by old-growth forests in sequestering carbon, it is crucial to address these findings as part of a global effort to combat climate change.