Cooperative Mangrove Project: Introduction, Scope, and Perspectives

Presented by Bora Lee (Warm-Temperate and Subtropical Forest Research Center, NIFoS Jeju, Republic of Korea) at the "Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems: Introducing Mangrove Ecosystems Strategies to the Climate Change Agenda" event in Bogor, 29 April 2024.

1. Climate Change Adaptation
and Mitigation with
Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, Indonesia
Introducing Mangrove Ecosystems
Strategies to the Climate Change Agenda
Bora Lee

2. Climate Change Adaptation
and Mitigation with
Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, Indonesia
Introducing Mangrove Ecosystems
Strategies to the Climate Change Agenda
Bora Lee
Cooperative Mangrove Project:
Introduction, Scope, and
Perspectives

3. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
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— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Introduction
•What is a Mangrove Forest?

4. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Global
-Bilateral : 9 projects in 7 countries, 5.5M USD
-Multi-bilateral: 11 international organizations, 11M USD
Achieving Paris
Agreement
“Coastal and marine
ecosystems as nature-based
solutions in new or updated
nationally determined
contributions (NDCs)”
Korea Forest Service’s projects for
Expanding international forest
cooperation for climate change
response and carbon
neutrality goal
Net Zero by 2050
•Limiting global warming to 1.5°C–as called for in theParis Agreement
•Global carbon dioxide emissions need to be reduced by 45% by 2030 and
reach net zero by 2050
IPCC admitted Blue Carbon as carbon fluxes and
storagein Coastal & Marine Ecosystems
•Rooted vegetation in the coastal zone, such as tidal marshes, mangroves
and seagrasses
S. Korea
Introduction -WHY mangroves?
Northward Movement of Subtropical Vegetation
•Potential for northward expansion of native semi-mangroves

5. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
•Mangroves are distributed world-wide in all
continents with tropical and subtropical coasts
(cosmopolitan species)
Hibiscus hamabo황근
Paliurusramosissimus갯대추
VitexrotundifoliaL. f.
순비기나무
Introduction
“(Semi-) Mangroves are already growing in
South Korea!”
The greatest mangrove species diversity exists in
South-East Asia

6. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Introduction
•Cooperative Research Work
➢NIFoSand CIFOR have a mutual interest in promoting research in
relation to the Evaluation of mangroves’ carbon sink capacity and
Expecting that it could spread widely
➢NIFoSand CIFOR have agreed to conduct a research project
entitled Evaluation of mangrove carbon sink capacity and research
promising species for high-capacity carbon capture

7. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR

8. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Scope
•The application of
natural science
research to improve
and utilize ecosystem
services/policy
effectively
Ecosystem
Services
from
Mangroves
Biodiversity
Livelihood
opportunities
for local
communities
Carbon
capture
and storage
Protect
coastal
area
Adapting
global warming
Nature-based
solutions
A Link between Research and Application
(Policy, Management, Economics…)

9. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
AGB
Below Ground
Above Ground
Allometric equation from
similar species
BGB
CO2, CH4 gas sampling chamber
GHG
Photosynthesis (GPP, NPP, R)
Li-COR 6800
Allometric equation from
similar species
Remote sensing approach
Gross Primary
Production (CO
2fixed)
Ecosystem Respiration
(CO
2, CH
4released)
Litter-trap
Litterfall
Carbon
Dynamics
Air temperature, relative humidity, soil water
content, radiation, soil temperature, salinity etc.
Environmental Factors
Horizontal, vertical, round/group,
individual type, Wet, moist, dry
Growth type
Stock Fluxes

10. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Research Scheme
Atmosphere, Climate
Topography
Field Survey
Functions of
Ecosystem Service
Local scale Carbon
Balance
Process-based / AI
algorithms Spatial
Simulation Model
Carbon Storage
and Fluxes
* Gross Primary Production (GPP), Ecosystem
Respiration (Reco), Net Ecosystem CO
2 (NEE)…..
Seasonal Change in Biomass
Input data–Radiation,
Temperature, Humidity and
Topographic information
Prediction
Calibration and Validation
Image data –GIS,
Remote sensing, etc.
Climate scenario
Photosynthesis rate
(LI-COR 6800)
Monitoring
Monitoring Phenology
Litter Production
Measurement of Gas
Exchange by Tree/Soil
Gas collecting
chamber
Country/Global
Carbon Storage and
Fluxes

11. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
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— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Our Achievements: Mangrove Project Update 2022-Present
2022
•Project start
•Research
Agreement
between NIFos
Jeju-CIFOR (Sep.)
2023
•Pilot study in Bali
•Semi-mangrove
study in Jeju
•1
st
and 2
nd
international
symposium
•RA Vietnam
2024
•Carbon fluxes
measurement in
Bali
•3
rd
international
symposium in
Bogor

12. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
2024 in
Bali
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13. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
2024 in
Bali

14. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
2024 in Bali

15. Climate Change Adaptation and
Mitigation with Mangrove Ecosystems
Beyond Green Carbon: The 3rd International Symposium
29 April 2024 | CIFOR-ICRAF Headquarters, Bogor, IndonesiaBackground
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR
Perspective
Ecological
Climatological
ConservationSocial
Economic
affects biodiversity and ecological functions
contributes to climate change and
alters local climates
strategies to mitigate deforestation and restoration
Considers the effects on local
communities and indigenous populations
economic impact on local
economies.

16. CIFOR-ICRAF
CIFOR-ICRAF harnesses the power of trees, forests and agroforestry landscapes
to address the most pressing global challenges of our time -biodiversity loss,
climate change, food security, livelihoods and inequity.Background
Mangroves, which are distinct forests in coastal and
estuarine saline wetlands of tropical and subtropical
regions, are pivotal in addressing the climate crisis.
Comprising various species, these ecosystems are
categorized into ‘exclusive’ (true mangroves) and ‘non-
exclusive’ (semi-mangroves or mangrove associates).
True mangroves excel in saline environments, with
specialized adaptations like aerial roots for oxygen
absorption and viviparous seed germination. Mangroves
are critical components of ‘blue carbon’ ecosystems,
known for their effective carbon dioxide absorption
from the atmosphere and significant carbon storage
capabilities, surpassing that of warm-temperate forests.
This positions them as valuable assets in the global effort
to combat climate change.
The Indo-West Pacific Region, which includes East
Asia, hosts the most diverse mangrove ecosystems in
the world, with distribution area gradually expanding
and migrating owing to climate change. The Korean
Peninsula is situated in the northernmost subtropical
climate area in East Asia, where the Kuroshio Current in
the Western Pacific Ocean has consistently influenced
the distribution of subtropical plants. Currently, two
species of semi-mangrove trees inhabit coastal areas in
Korea — Hibiscus hamabo and Paliurus ramosissimus
Climate change adaptation
and mitigation with
mangrove ecosystems
©
M
o
k
h
a
m
a
d

E
d
lia
d
i/
C
I
F
O
R
— particularly on Jeju Island, with their distribution
and range expanding incrementally. These species,
adaptable to both intertidal zones and terrestrial habitats,
lack the typical mangrove traits of aerial roots and unique
seed germination. Despite this, they offer potential
for carbon absorption and climate change mitigation.
A recent predictive study demonstrated the potential
expansion of the distribution of subtropical plants in East
Asia, including the possible establishment of mangroves
in Korea, owing to climate change.
This symposium seeks to highlight the crucial ecological
and climate roles of mangrove and semi-mangrove
ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia, we aim to explore
the carbon-sequestration potential of these species.
Key discussions will include nursery and propagation
strategies suitable for local climates, methods to
enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas, and
effective management practices for maintaining these
ecosystems.This symposium seeks to highlight the
crucial ecological and climate roles of mangrove and
semi-mangrove ecosystems. Focusing on East Asia,
we aim to explore the carbon-sequestration potential
of these species. Key discussions will include nursery
and propagation strategies suitable for local climates,
methods to enhance carbon absorption in coastal areas,
and effective management practices for maintaining
these ecosystems.
Beyond green carbon: 3
rd
international symposium 2024
Introducing mangrove ecosystems
strategies to the climate change agenda
29 April 2024, 09:00 AM –15:30 PM (GMT+7) | Amazon Room, CIFOR