Could the 'Mangrove Effect' Save Coasts From Sea Level Rise? | Coastal Restoration | Scoop.it
When it comes to climate change and sea level rise, the news has been generally bad for communities on the U.S. Southeast coast. But one study offers hope for the beleaguered region: warmer temperatures encourage the growth of mangroves, which have more complex roots than other wetland plants and can help build soil and protect coasts from storms.