The researchers also highlighted the impact on people and economies. Around 775 million people depend on coastal ecosystems, they noted. Moreover, mangroves alone provide $65 billion worth of flood protection each year. However, the losses linked with the collapse of magrove ecosystems are not currently included in global climate damage discussions.
Infrastructure is at risk in Central America. In Southeast Africa, all mangrove services like food, climate regulation and protection are threatened.
In Australia and the Pacific Islands, blue carbon projects may be in danger. Even if moderate sea-level rise brings some carbon benefits, stronger storms could still damage the…