A NEW REASON TO BOAST ABOUT YOUR COAST

The document outlines the advantages of kelp cultivation, highlighting its role in carbon sequestration, coastal protection, and the creation of local jobs. It asserts that seaweed farming is compatible with existing commercial fishing and recreational activities while supporting marine biodiversity and fish stocks.

• Kelp cultivation supports the global climate and ocean health by capturing carbon dioxide from the water and mitigating runoff of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous.
• Seaweed farms provide ecological benefits by reducing coastal erosion and serving as nurseries and food sources for marine wildlife, which can help mitigate the effects of overfishing.
• Kelp farming is presented as an economic opportunity for local communities and women entrepreneurs that does not interfere with commercial fishing or warm-weather recreation.

APA

WWF International (2024). A NEW REASON TO BOAST ABOUT YOUR COAST. https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/102/45msxsan6z_Seaweed_In_Your_Hood_FINAL.pdf

Chicago

WWF International. A NEW REASON TO BOAST ABOUT YOUR COAST. 2024. https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/102/45msxsan6z_Seaweed_In_Your_Hood_FINAL.pdf.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{wwfinternational2024new, author = {{WWF International}}, title = {{A NEW REASON TO BOAST ABOUT YOUR COAST}}, institution = {WWF International}, year = {2024}, url = {https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/102/45msxsan6z_Seaweed_In_Your_Hood_FINAL.pdf}, urldate = {2026-10-23}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }