Climate change threatens marine ecosystems in San Andrés Archipelago

Climate change is driving significant transformations in the ocean, impacting the identity, culture, and livelihoods of island communities. While oceans help moderate atmospheric temperatures by absorbing excess heat, this process leads to warming waters, acidification, and rising sea levels.

In the Archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina, these changes threaten three critical ecosystems: mangroves, seagrasses, and coral reefs. These environments are essential for biodiversity and coastal protection. Furthermore, mangroves and seagrasses play a vital role in climate mitigation by capturing and storing 'blue carbon' in their sediments.