Mangroves: The forests protecting our coastlines | LSE Future Proof
Photo of Philippine mangroves supplied by Lei (Alice) Bian
This episode of LSE Future Proof explores the role mangrove forests play in tackling climate change, protecting coastal communities, and supporting local economies. The video draws on research by Alice Bian and Elizabeth Robinson which assesses whether innovative financing could help unlock funding for mangrove conservation and restoration in the Philippines.
The 2026 Future Proof series goes behind the scenes with some of LSE’s sustainability experts to explore what a sustainable and resilient future could look like, and how the social sciences can help us build it.