The Times of India

Tamil Nadu Blue Carbon Mapping: Drones, AI to Quantify Mangrove, Seagrass Carbon Storage

Tamil Nadu is undertaking high-resolution mapping of its coastal blue carbon ecosystems, including mangroves, seagrass, and tidal marshlands. Utilizing drones, AI, and cloud computing, the project aims to generate precise, pixel-level carbon data to global standards, creating a Blue Carbon Atlas for potential carbon trading and conservation efforts.