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Seagrass meadows are vital to addressing climate change

Posted on 20 February 202123 February 2021
An article by the HuffPost highlights the importance of seagrass in the fight against climate change.

The article highlights the role this often-overlooked ecosystem plays in storing carbon, filtering water, and providing habitat for marine life.

Read the full article here.

 

 

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