
Restoring Mangroves Could Transform Coastal Defense and Livelihoods in Bangladesh
Published on: July 23, 2025, 9:53 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
A World Bank-led study finds that integrating mangroves into Bangladesh’s coastal embankments can significantly reduce flood risks, boost local livelihoods, and sequester carbon. With 255 potential sites identified, the benefits often outweigh restoration costs, making mangroves a cost-effective nature-based solution.