Earth Observation-Driven Mangrove Management With Global Species Mapping and Blue Carbon Assessment

Coastal pollution is a major and increasing hazard to marine life, livelihoods of coastline peoples, and the environment on a worldwide scale. Mangrove forests in the interface of terrestrial and marine environments are important for ameliorating coastal pollution as they trap sediments, cycle nutrients, sequester contaminants and biodegrade substances. Nevertheless, the considerable degradation of mangroves due to urbanization, expansion of aquaculture and inadequate governance has eroded their ecological functions. In this context, grass-roots mangrove conservation has arisen as a positive participatory tool combining local knowledge management and livelihood incentives. This paper provides an overview of the factors responsible for mangroves' ability to mitigate against coastal pollution, and presents case studies of community-based mangrove conservation projects occurring in many different geographical settings along with an analysis of their challenges and policy implications.

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