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How did a major mangrove restoration project in Senegal end up selling ‘ghost carbon’?
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A major mangrove restoration project in Senegal has been criticised for selling 'ghost carbon' credits—carbon offsets that may not represent genuine environmental benefit. The article examines how nature-based climate solutions, including mangrove restoration, are being used in global carbon markets despite questions about their actual effectiveness.

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How did a major mangrove restoration project in Senegal end up selling ‘ghost carbon’?
Nature-based solutions have become central to global climate strategies. From tropical forests to wetlands, restoring nature means trees and plants can capture carbon dioxide, reduce global warming and regenerate biodiversity. Among these solutions, mangroves (coastal forests) occupy a special place. They’re among the most efficient natural carbon sinks on Earth. A carbon sink is a place where carbon is stored, like within the trunk of a tree or in waterlogged soil. A mangrove forest can also m
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