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Take your knowledge a step further and learn more about blue carbon ecosystems. The Blue Carbon Handbook is an essential guide to blue carbon ecosystems and the benefits they provide to people and nature.

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Take your knowledge a step further and learn more about blue carbon ecosystems. The Blue Carbon Handbook is an essential guide to blue carbon ecosystems and the benefits they provide to people and nature.

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#1. Blue carbon ecosystems can absorb and store large quantities of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, making them a valuable ally in tackling the climate crisis. How much more carbon per area can they store compared to tropical forests?

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#2. The slow decomposition of blue carbon ecosystems is one reason why they are so good at sequestering carbon. How long can they hold onto this carbon for?

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#3. Beyond their ability to store carbon, these ecosystems provide other natural benefits including:

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#4. Despite their importance, blue carbon ecosystems are at risk — what are their main threats?

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#5. Since the 1950’s, what percent of salt marshes are estimated to have been lost globally?

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