Carbon Sequestration Potentials of Mangroves in Northern Mindanao

Fae G. Ucat. and Annielyn D. Tampus
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Fae G. Ucat.: Department of Marine Science, College of Science and Mathematics, Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology, Andres Bonifacio Avenue, Iligan City 9200, Philippines.
Annielyn D. Tampus: Department of Marine Science, College of Science and Mathematics, Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology, Andres Bonifacio Avenue, Iligan City 9200, Philippines.

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2024, vol. 9, issue 8, 305-315

Abstract: The estimated mean biomass across sites of Northern Mindanao was 947.47 Mg ha⠻¹ with a carbon stock of 142.12 Mg ha⠻¹. Camiguin Island exhibited the highest aboveground and belowground biomass and carbon stock, attributed to the prevalence of large-diameter trees. In contrast, Cagayan de Oro and Laguindingan had higher numbers of smaller-diameter trees, resulting in lower biomass and carbon stock. The study highlighted the critical role of soil carbon, which constituted a significant portion of the total carbon stock. Overall, the combined mean carbon stock of biomass and sediments across all sites was 447.86 Mg ha⠻¹, translating to a carbon sequestration potential of 1,643.66 Mg CO2 ha⠻¹. The study emphasizes the species composition, mangrove stand age, and site protection in enhancing the carbon sequestration capabilities of mangrove forests.

Date: 2024
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