MANGALURU: The Environmental Management and Policy Research Institute (EMPRI), in collaboration with the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, will host a one-day stakeholders' workshop titled "Blue Carbon Ecosystems and Mangrove Projects: Opportunities for Developing Carbon Credit Projects" on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the LHC-C Senate Hall, NITK Surathkal.
The workshop aims to bring together key policymakers, environmental experts, government officials, and stakeholders to explore the potential of coastal ecosystems in Karnataka as carbon reservoirs and discuss strategies for mangrove restoration, carbon credit generation, and community participation.
Key Highlights and Agenda:
Inaugural Session (09:00 AM – 09:40 AM):
The session will open with a welcome note and lamp lighting by Dr. Suprabha K. R. (NITK). Key addresses will be delivered by Shri. Upendra Tripathy, IAS (Honorary Advisor on Climate Change to the Chief Minister of Karnataka), Shri Srinivasulu, IFS (Principal Secretary, Dept. of Ecology and Environment, Govt. of Karnataka), Ms. Uma Mahadevan, IAS (Development Commissioner, Govt. of Karnataka), senior officials from the Karnataka Forest Department, and Shri Darshan H. V., IAS (Deputy Commissioner, Dakshina Kannada). Presidential remarks will be rendered by Prof. B. Ravi, Director, NITK Surathkal.
Technical Sessions & Case Studies (09:40 AM – 01:30 PM):
Coastal Ecosystem Protection: Dr. Subashchandra (CES, IISc, Kumta) will highlight the need for protecting coastal ecosystems in Karnataka as blue carbon reservoirs.
Assessment of Mangrove Carbon Stocks: Dr. Suresh H. S. (CES, IISc / TDU, Bengaluru) and Dr. Darwin Ramteke (NIO, Goa) will present on assessing blue carbon stocks in coastal Karnataka.
Global Insights & Market Potential: Representatives from ProClime and Value Network Ventures will share a Sri Lankan case study on value creation through mangrove restoration and carbon market potential.
Blue Carbon Accounting: Experts from Kosher Climate, Bangalore, will discuss methodologies, climate benefits, and insights from the Kosher Climate's Blue Carbon-1 Project in the Sundarbans.
Local Forest Department Experiences: Deputy Conservators of Forests (DCFs) from Karwar and Mangalore will share ground-level experiences regarding mangrove restoration in Karnataka's coastal regions.
EMPRI's Proposal: Dr. Shruthi BV Rajesh will outline EMPRI’s proposal on blue carbon ecosystems and carbon sequestration potential.
Deliberations & Strategic Future Plan (02:30 PM – 04:45 PM):
Stakeholders' Discussion: A collaborative deliberation session focused on identifying mangrove areas for conservation, Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) frameworks, carbon-crediting opportunities, and community participation.
Decarbonisation Plan for Kolar District: Facilitated by the Vasudha Foundation, a virtual presentation will be delivered to Deputy Commissioners and Chief Executive Officers of Zilla Panchayats regarding the Decarbonisation Plan for Kolar District.
The event will conclude with a vote of thanks at 04:30 PM. This workshop represents a crucial step forward in aligning Karnataka's coastal conservation efforts with global carbon markets and sustainable climate action plans.
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