Natural Environments and Mangrove Management

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Mapping to Protect Threatened Mangroves

Mangroves are rare and prolific ecosystems that protect coastlines from erosion, shield populations from extreme ocean weather events (like tsunamis), and support rich biodiversity.

Despite their numerous benefits, mangroves are disappearing three to five times faster than global forest losses, causing serious ecological and socio-economic consequences. Current estimates suggest that mangrove coverage has halved in the past 40 years. Coastal agricultural development, pollution, and disease are the primary drivers of this loss. CLS is committed to supporting territories in monitoring and conserving mangroves.

How can mangroves be protected while supporting sustainable aquaculture and coastal development?
The solution: Rely on CLS experts to map mangrove distribution, detect changes, and access critical social and environmental data essential for managing these keystone coastal ecosystems.

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30+ years of expertise in land mapping
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7 mapped regions worldwide (Indonesia, Brazil, Guadeloupe, Martinique, New Caledonia, French Guiana, Africa)
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50 geographers, urban planners, environmental specialists, and geomaticians supporting resilient, sustainable territories
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120 million people million people worldwide directly rely on mangroves for livelihoods (fishing, timber, natural disaster protection)

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Analysis

Understanding and protecting mangroves requires a comprehensive, collaborative approach. By analyzing satellite and field data, we accurately map these ecosystems and integrate essential information to:

  • Understand the context and evolution dynamics of mangroves.
  • Identify environmental, economic, and social challenges linked to their degradation or preservation.
  • Select and integrate the most relevant datasets for actionable insight.

This collaborative approach helps guide engaged stakeholders in building effective preservation strategies.

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Methodology: A Multicriteria Approach for Accurate Analysis

Our methodology is based on advanced data processing that combines:

  • High and very high-resolution satellite imagery for detailed observation
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning for optimized automated classification
  • Domain-specific training datasets to enhance analysis
  • Image comparison algorithms to detect changes and trends

This ensures accurate mapping and effective monitoring of evolving dynamics.

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Data Production

Mangrove data production involves a complete processing chain, including the acquisition of high-resolution satellite imagery, AI and ML analysis, and the use of expert training databases.

This approach delivers precise, up-to-date information essential for guiding restoration and conservation strategies.

Our efforts help to:

  • Identify and map different mangrove typologies
  • Monitor evolution dynamics to track changes and trends
  • Detect environmental pressures and map vulnerable areas or replanting opportunities
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Knowledge Transfer

Our mangrove solution includes training and technology transfer components to ensure clients effectively adopt our data and methodologies. This includes:

  • Capacity building and detailed methodological documentation
  • Data integration into accessible monitoring platforms
  • Delivery of dynamic databases and maps for clear, interactive visualizations

This guarantees optimal data use for sustainable, autonomous mangrove management.

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INDESO Program – Indonesia

With the INDESO program, CLS has supported the Indonesian government in the study and protection of these habitats, equipping it with satellite observation tools for the territory. These missions have helped to improve the integrated management of coastal zones, including the monitoring of mangroves.

The main challenge was to monitor and protect the Indonesian mangrove while supporting the sustainable development of aquaculture and the coastline. The research work carried out enabled recommendations to be made to stakeholders in the field.

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Costa Norte, Brazil

Brazil’s northern coast hosts the world’s largest continuous mangrove area — and a new frontier for oil production. CLS, Enauta, and three universities developed a method to assess mangrove vulnerability to oil contamination.

By evaluating ecosystem sensitivity, susceptibility, and resilience through oceanographic data collection, satellite observation, and numerical modeling, they provided critical insights to preserve this coastal region.

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