[TEMP] New Study Reveals Carbon Storage Potential of Guyana's Mangroves

A comprehensive study published in the journal Nature Climate Change has revealed that Guyana's mangrove forests store an estimated 15 million tonnes of carbon, making them critical assets in the fight against climate change.

The research, conducted by scientists from the University of Guyana and international partners, used a combination of field measurements and satellite data to assess carbon stocks across the country's 80,000 hectares of mangrove forest.

Key Findings

The study found that:

• Guyana's mangroves store approximately 188 tonnes of carbon per hectare
• Below-ground carbon in sediments accounts for 70% of total storage
• Intact mangrove areas store 40% more carbon than degraded sites