Mangrove Ecosystems into NDCs With the Global Mangrove Watch

Introduction

This document outlines how the Global Mangrove Watch supports countries in integrating mangrove ecosystems into Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. It demonstrates the importance of mangroves as nature based solutions for climate mitigation and adaptation, highlighting their capacity to store carbon, protect coastlines, and sustain livelihoods. The report introduces the Global Mangrove Watch as a free, science based platform that provides remote sensing data, global monitoring tools, and policy dashboards to help governments assess mangrove extent, track change, measure carbon stocks, and inform national climate strategies. It also presents datasets and tools that support reporting, restoration planning, emissions reduction, and investment opportunities. By improving access to reliable data and informing decision making, the document shows how countries can enhance climate ambition, strengthen resilience, and integrate mangrove conservation into national and global climate commitments.