Coastal Wetlands: Nature's Carbon Capture
Discover how coastal wetlands act as powerful natural carbon sinks and their crucial role in climate regulation
Carbon Storage
Annual carbon sequestration capacity of coastal wetlands worldwide
53M Tons CO2
Coastal Protection
Natural barrier against storm surges and sea level rise
40% reduction
Biodiversity
Species supported by healthy coastal wetland ecosystems
1000+ species
Carbon Sequestration Process
Photosynthesis
Plants capture CO2 from the atmosphere
15-25% conversion rate
Biomass Storage
Carbon stored in plant tissues and soil
500-1,000 years storage
Sediment Accumulation
Continuous burial of organic matter
2-4mm annual increase
NASA's Research Methods
Advanced monitoring techniques used by NASA:
- Satellite imagery for wetland extent mapping
- LiDAR measurements for biomass estimation
- Spectral analysis for vegetation health
- Radar interferometry for surface changes
- Machine learning for pattern recognition
Protect Our Wetlands
Join the effort to preserve and restore coastal wetlands, nature's most efficient carbon capture system.