Polar blue carbon cycle infographic (IMAGE) GRID-Arendal Caption As novel marine ecosystems emerge in high latitude seas, primarily due to reduced sea-ice coverage and changes in species distribution (i.e. as macroalgae like kelp expand poleward), these changes are hypothesized to enhance the natural environments capacity to store carbon. SEA-Quester aims to test this hypothesis by examining carbon cycling processes along coastal margins, within shelf areas, and the pelagic or open ocean, as well as the pathways between them and cross-shelf exchange. Credit SEA-Quester project consortium Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. Adaptations must be shared under the same terms. License CC BY-SA Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.