Mauritius

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Seagrass ecosystems have been recently acknowledged for their blue carbon potential. Blue carbon, is a recent concept used to refer to organic carbon stored in coastal and marine ecosystems. Mangroves, salt marshes and seagrass beds possess enormous potential to capture, store and release carbon. These blue carbon ecosystems are considered important natural carbon sink sources.

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The project seeks to advance ecosystems restoration on Ile aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve, a site of national and international biodiversity importance, and the surrounding sea. Recognising that terrestrial conservation and seabird colony re-establishment has benefits for both land and marine ecosystems, the project will conduct focused, seabird friendly, habitat restoration and seabird attraction.

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Senior Environment Officer
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I have been working at the Ministry for Environment for the past 21 years  in Coastal Zone Management . I specialise in erosion and  coastal protection works .

I also have experience in environment impact assessment  and environmental pollution abatement.

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Associate Professor
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  • Ocean Acidification and Climate Change
  • Integrated Coastal Zone Management
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Doctoral Candidate
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Josheena's doctoral work is situated at the nexus of political ecology and marine policy and focuses on adaptive management of marine protected areas (MPAs), community inclusion, environmental justice, and the valorization of natural and cultural heritage in marine governance. Josheena’s community-based scholarship explores the complexities of local environmental stewardship efforts and environmental identity in a post-colonial context.

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Superintendent of Police
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Oil Spill Preparedness - At Sea Response

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Superintendent of Police
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Oil Spill Preparedness - Shoreline Response

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The Mauritius Oceanography Institute (MOI), was established in January 2000 by the proclamation of the MOI Act (Act No. 24 of 1999). The need to rationalise and co-ordinate research and development activities related to Oceanography was the motive for the setting up of the MOI.

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Director of Shipping
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International Maritime Organization (IMO) Focal Point