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VideoMay 31, 2017

Carbon Sequestration in Costal Habitats - Julie Simpson

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    In this video, Aquatic Ecologist Julie Simpson discusses her pioneering work with MIT’s Sea Grant College Program.
     
    Julie explains the role that she and her students have played in providing support to city officials in coastal towns, researching the impact of climate change on their communities. (0:30)
     
    Julie also explores the topic of “blue carbon” and why carbon sequestration in coastal habitats is an essential part of the fight to reduce carbon emissions. (1:45)

    by ClimateX Team
    Topics
    Biodiversity
    Oceans

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