Research from the University of Exeter highlights how rising sea levels can lead to the erosion of carbon-rich soils in mangrove forests. As water channels expand, these critical ecosystems risk losing their ability to store carbon, potentially turning them from carbon sinks into sources of emissions. Understanding the stability of mangrove soils is essential for accurate carbon accounting and the development of reliable blue carbon credits. This process underscores the vulnerability of coastal ecosystems to climate change.
