April 27, 2025 | Farming Life |
Northern Ireland’s DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has unveiled the region's inaugural Blue Carbon Action Plan, aiming to protect and enhance habitats like saltmarsh, seagrass, kelp, and mussel beds. These ecosystems are crucial for absorbing carbon dioxide, mitigating climate change impacts, and supporting biodiversity. The plan outlines 22 targeted actions emphasizing nature-based solutions and ecosystem restoration. Developed collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, the plan prioritizes immediate action to address the intertwined crises of climate change and biodiversity loss, setting a framework for sustainable coastal ecosystem management from 2025 to 2030.
