In this episode, we explore the critical role of seagrass meadows in removing carbon from the atmosphere and why they need urgent protection and restoration. Join us as we delve into a groundbreaking program, developed by Climate Impact Partners, Deloitte, Project Seagrass, and the UK’s National Oceanography Centre, aimed at funding UK seagrass restoration and unlocking long-term finance for this vital ecosystem.

We'll discuss:

• The power of seagrass – how it captures carbon, safeguards coastlines, and sustains marine biodiversity
• The critical state of seagrass restoration - why its disappearing at an alarming rate, and what are the consequences
• How innovative programs, like Accelerate Seagrass, are driving funding and research to support seagrass conservation and restoration
• The development of a seagrass carbon code in the UK to unlock further finance for restoration

This episode features:

• Kirsty Schneeberger, Head of Product Innovation, Climate Impact Partners
• Molly Kampmann, Head of Partnership's, Deloitte's World Climate Team
• Dr Leanne Cullen-Unsworth, CEO, Project Seagrass
• Dr Claire Evans, Prinicpal Biogeochemist, UK’s National Oceanography Centre

Website: https://www.climateimpact.com/news-insights/podcast/episode-10/

Email: podcast@climateimpact.com

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