BLUE CARBON
BLUE CARBON
Through the natural process of biosequestration, coastal wetlands capture carbon dioxide 30-50 times faster than terrestrial forests, which they lock away in the ground for millennial time-scales. Given their ability to trap atmospheric CO2, they act as natural carbon sinks, help offset our emissions and contribute to fight climate change.
can trap carbon 30-50 times faster than typical terrestrial forests
store 80% of the carbon in belowground sediments, it is locked away for centuries to millenial timescales
enhance biodiversity, support fisheries, provide ecotourism revenues, and protect our coasts against erosion and extreme weather events
Our Fundamental research program uses a multidisciplinary approach to identify the processes and conditions that enhance biosequestration and minimise blue carbon loss. We work to identify and predict changes in biogeochemical cycling due to future climate and ecosystem health conditions, as well as restoration opportunities
exploreOur Applied research program is comprised of blue carbon projects aiming to quantify blue carbon in baseline conditions and/or following restoration actions. We use innovative solutions to understand blue carbon variability in different ecosystems to allow for up-scaling of management actions.
Identifying microbial communities and their roles in Blue Carbon ecosystems, including soil function and the turnover and stabilisation of soil carbon.
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