Beach Erosion Mitigation: “Community-based green-solutions to combat coastal erosion and protect sandy beaches”

The initiative to plant “Liane Batatran” (Morning Glory) to combat beach erosion is a groundbreaking effort that aligns with Coral Garden Conservation’s mission to promote biodiversity awareness and protection. This rare, salt-resistant plant is crucial for stabilizing shorelines due to its unique root system, which helps mitigate erosion. The project targets five coastal zones in Southern Mauritius—St Félix Beach, Rivière des Galets Beach, Bel Ombre Beach, Baie du Cap Beach, and Le Morne Beach. By focusing on nature-based solutions, Coral Garden Conservation aims to protect these ecosystems and highlight the importance of sustainable conservation efforts. Coastal erosion, a major threat to Mauritius affecting tourism, biodiversity, and local livelihoods, has traditionally been addressed with ineffective or harmful solutions like gabion walls. The “Liane Batatran Project” not only restores coastal habitats but also prioritises community engagement by training locals in restoration techniques. This approach enhances biodiversity and benefits coastal communities, serving as a model for sustainable coastal resilience. The project is supported by the UNDP Ocean Innovation Challenge, with funding from Sida and Norad.

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