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What exactly is blue carbon? And why does it matter so much? Blue carbon is situated in coastal and marine environments in 151 countries, with Australia, Cuba, and Indonesia topping the list for contributing the most blue-carbon “wealth” to the rest of the world. The best studied and understood blue carbon ecosystems are on or near the coast; they are mangrove forests (yes, trees can grow underwater), salt marshes, and seagrass beds. All of these have a supercharged ability to pull carbon dioxide out of the air and convert it into organic carbon. This carbon can remain locked away in the soil and roots for millions of years! The most important thing to remember about blue carbon ecosystems is that they are a powerful tool for solving the climate crisis 🌎 💙