China mangrove restoration

29 Jul 2026 · 12:16

China restores 22,500 hectares of mangroves after losing over half

China has made remarkable strides in restoring its mangrove ecosystems, committing to large-scale projects that have expanded coverage significantly. By planting and revitalizing thousands of hectares, not only has biodiversity surged, but the quality of these crucial habitats has also seen improvement. Robust legal measures now safeguard more than ninety percent of mangrove areas, complemented by the establishment of an international center focused on mangrove conservation in Shenzhen.

30 Jul 2026 · 21:02

China spent $13.8bn restoring wetlands now valued at $434bn

China's coastal wetland restoration projects between 2000 and 2020 showed substantial economic gains. Investments of up to $13.8 billion generated ecosystem benefits valued as high as $434 billion. Mangrove restoration projects, in particular, offered exceptional benefit-cost ratios of 47 to 1. These restored wetlands provide vital carbon storage and coastal protection services. The research highlights restoration as a valuable nature-based solution for climate action.