Location
Kenya’s Coast
Focus
Seagrass, climate & coastal economy
Gardener
Topics
Seagrass, fisheries, climate & resilience
The Purpose
Kenya’s seagrass meadows are important coastal ecosystems whose climate, fisheries and biodiversity value extends well beyond what can be seen from the shoreline.
The Challenge
Seagrass decline is often driven by several interacting pressures, so restoration must address the causes of degradation rather than treating transplantation as a standalone solution.
what we focus on
Four priorities for healthy seagrass landscapes:
- Protect Existing Seagrass Meadows
Protect existing seagrass meadows and reduce avoidable physical disturbance.
- Assess Site Conditions First
Assess site conditions and pressures before choosing restoration interventions.
- Connect to Fisheries and Livelihoods
Connect seagrass protection with fisheries, community knowledge and coastal livelihoods.
- Monitor and Verify Recovery
Monitor ecological recovery and keep blue carbon claims tied to measurable evidence.
