WNPS lecture on blue carbon ecosystems
View(s):Dr. Mat Vanderklift, an expert in blue carbon ecosystems will talk on ‘Unravelling carbon credits and blue forest finance: a solution or another scam?’ in this month’s Nations Trust WNPS (Wildlife and Nature Protection Society) lecture on Thursday, December 12 at 6 p.m. at the Jasmine Hall, BMICH.
Mangroves, seagrasses and tidal marshes, known as “blue carbon ecosystems” play a vital role in absorbing carbon dioxide, making them essential in climate change mitigation. These ecosystems not only bolster food security and livelihoods by supporting fisheries and tourism but also offer adaptive solutions for coastal communities to combat the effects of climate change and mitigate extreme events.
Securing funding for their protection and restoration, however, remains challenging. Private-sector partnerships can drive investment through various avenues, with market-based mechanisms being among the most widely adopted.
This lecture will delve into innovative approaches to blue carbon, biodiversity, and nature financing, addressing the challenges and opportunities within this evolving field. It will provide critical insights for corporate sustainability leaders, conservation heads, and professionals developing environmental strategies, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in achieving climate and biodiversity goals.
Dr. Vanderklift, has over 30 years of research experience across the Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, and Caribbean Seas. As a scientist at CSIRO Environment, Australia’s national science agency, and the Director of the IORA Blue Carbon Hub, he has made pioneering contributions to advancing blue carbon ecosystem understanding and management.
The lecture is free and open to all.
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