Map of restoration sites (IMAGE)

University of California - Santa Cruz

Map of restoration sites

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Restoration of mangroves and coral reefs can provide a positive return on investment. This map of the Caribbean shows potential mangrove restoration sites, with size and color of circles representing benefit:cost ratios. The large yellow circles indicate ratios greater than 15:1, estimated using a 30-year project life with a 4% discount rate.

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Image credit: Beck et al., Ecosystem Services

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