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MARINE HABITATS & CARBON SEQUESTRATION marine habitat restoration, MNG, and carbon sequestration in ments, NGOs, businesses, and local communities. By fostering port developments, presents an innovative way to promote port a collaborative and inclusive approach we can secure a healthier decarbonization as well as minimize our environmental impact future for our oceans and our planet.

and promote sustainable practices. However, the challenges of Read the full white paper on this subject at: ? nancing, long-term sustainability, and effective monitoring https://www.tunley-environmental.com/en/white-papers must be addressed through robust partnerships among govern-

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