What does theUp2YouBlue Carbon package consist of?
Save the waters
Projects in the Up2You Blue carbon package protect and develop coastal ecosystems by bringing many benefits, including improving waters and protecting endangered marine species.
The impact
Although blue carbon ecosystems cover only about 1 percent of the planet, they are responsible for half of theCO2 absorbed by the oceans. That's why it's critical to preserve them.
mangroves
Blue carbon projects consist of reforestation of mangrove forests, a major coastal biome, which can store carbon and remove it from the atmosphere.
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The quality of mangroves
Mangroves are plants that can capture a high amount ofCO2 (as much as ten times more than a traditional tree), but at the same time they require special conditions in order to survive. In fact, they require contact with seawater and a tropical climate.
Why support theUp2YouBlue Carbon package?
A mangrove forest, in addition to capturing huge amounts ofCO2, is able to:
Protect coasts from storms and flooding
Feeding fish and animals
Making the surrounding environment free from the harmful effects of UV-B radiation
Projects generate benefits to local communities, including:
Sustainable water and sanitation management
Access to education
Securing a source of income for people engaged in the preservation and reforestation of the area.
