Mangrove Restoration

Recognized by their dense tangle of roots, mangroves are the wetlands between the coast and mainland. These trees and vegetation partially submerged in water are biodiversity hotspots. They are the primary source of livelihood for coastal communities, stabilize the shoreline, prevent erosion, and clean the local water supply. Most importantly, mangroves store four times more CO2 than terrestrial forests. Below are six projects around the world restoring these vital carbon sinks and aiding the climate crisis.