VARIOUS environmental groups cite the importance of mangroves in contributing to disaster risk reduction, such as the mitigation of flooding, lessening of storm surges and protection of coastal communities. Multiple studies also cite mangrove forests' capacity to store carbon, making them an effective solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and tackling climate change.
Bataan recently became a beneficiary of this benefit when employees and management of Digido Finance Corp. (DFC) recently planted 1,161 mangroves during its latest environmental, social and governance activity. The event was aimed at promoting coastal resilience, sustainability and biodiversity restoration, while enhancing the well-being of communities.
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