BLUE CARBON GOLD
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VCS 3660
Mikoko Pamoja.

The world's first community-led blue carbon project. Based in Gazi Bay, Kenya, Mikoko Pamoja is a global blueprint for how coastal ecosystems can be restored while delivering transformative social outcomes.

Location
Gazi, Kenya
Area
117 Hectares
Registry
VCS Verra
Vintage
2021—2041
Project Integrity Status
Operational / Audited
Annual Delta
~2.5k tCO2e
Impact Multiplier
8.4x

Ecological Sequestration

The Gazi Bay mangrove forest is a critical carbon sink, storing over 3,000 tonnes of carbon per hectare—90% of which is sequestered in the anaerobic soils. By protecting 107 hectares and restoring an additional 10 hectares, Mikoko Pamoja prevents the release of centuries of stored atmospheric carbon.

117ha
Area
10k+
Trees
94%
Survival

Community Ownership

Managed by the Mikoko Pamoja Community Organization (MPCO), 100% of carbon revenues flow back to Gazi and Makongeni residents. This funding has transformed the region by building schools, providing clean water kiosks, and creating a sustainable circular economy around conservation.

Clean water access for 3,500+ residents
New school facilities and materials for 500+ students
Direct employment for forest guards and nursery workers

Real-Time Monitoring

Biomass Density (NDVI)OPTIMAL
Soil Hydration LevelsNOMINAL
Satellite Audit Log

[2025-12-10] Sentinel-2 pass: 0% leakage detected.
[2025-11-28] Ground truth sync: Biomass gain +1.2%.

Hydrological Integrity

Project area maintains ideal salinity and tidal flow conditions, ensuring long-term survival and maximized carbon burial rates.

Data provided by Vlinder dMRV

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