Mangroves Mitigate Effects of Climate Change Provide Local Economic Benefits

Jurgenne Primavera, The Pew Charitable Trusts Fisheries & Aquaculture

Mangroves Mitigate Effects of Climate Change Provide Local Economic Benefits
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Jurgenne Primavera, a marine scientist and 2005 Pew marine fellow from the Philippines, has spent decades collaborating with local governments and communities to study, restore, protect, and champion mangroves in the Philippines and beyond.

This interview, timed to mark the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem on July 26, has been edited for clarity and length.

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