Sulawesi Shrimp Ponds

Across Indonesia, shrimp ponds that were once vibrant mangrove forests now struggle to produce, leaving many owners in debt and local ecosystems degraded. The Southeast Sulawesi Mangrove Restoration Project is changing this narrative.

By restoring underperforming ponds using sustainable aquaculture, we revive both livelihoods and nature. Our approach deepens water channels and reintroduces resilient mangroves such as Rhizophora apiculata into every pond. This not only restores natural food chains but also significantly boosts the sustainable harvest of black tiger shrimp, milkfish, and mud crab—transforming depleted ponds into thriving, productive habitats.

Restored ponds become vibrant mangrove habitats once more, supported by carbon income that fuels community growth and wellbeing. Our payment model ensures accountability—support is reduced if mangroves are lost, making the impact long-lasting and meaningful. Every hectare restored creates more sustainable seafood, healthier ecosystems, and stronger, more resilient communities.

Our project is among the first to navigate Indonesia’s new Voluntary Carbon Market regulations, enabled by the recently updated Presidential Decree 110 which has improved clarity and alignment with global markets. By pioneering these standards—including Corresponding Adjustments—we aim to lead the emerging Blue Carbon market. The result: high-quality carbon credits with unique features that deliver both ecological and economic resilience for local communities.