Kelp Forest Challenge
Kelp Forest Challenge
The Kelp Forest Challenge is a global movement to raise our connection to the ocean and ultimate protect and restore 4 million hectares of kelp forests by 2040.
It was collaboratively created and is a shared vision of what we need to do to save our underwater forests.
Anyone can get involved, it doesn't matter if you are a snorkeller, CEO, scientist, artist, Prime Minister, or ocean lover you can join the movement. We accept pledges to protect or restore kelp forests, increase awareness, assist conservation projects, or inspire the world. If you think you can help the kelp, let us know.
See our frequently asked questions about the Challenge here.
Restoration
Area of kelp forest that has been pledged for restoration
2030 Target
0250K500K750K1M
2040 Restoration Target (Hectares)
1Mha
Protection
Area of kelp forest that has been pledged for protection
2030 Target
0750K1.5M2.3M3M
2040 Protection Target (Hectares)
3Mha
Area Restored Or Protected
How much area of kelp forest have we successfully restored or protected
Top 4 Area Restored By Country
ha restored
Top 4 Area Protected By Country
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Community Statistics
Kelp forests connect with millions of people, explore our growing community
Number of Restoration Projects
How many projects have started or completed restoration efforts
Scientific Papers
We need knowledge to inform our decisions, see all the research papers published to help manage kelp forests
Stakeholder Types Represented (%)
All sorts of people and organizations are involved in saving kelp forests, see the breakdown
Size of the Community
Track how many people are part of the movement
Size of the Community
Track how many organisations are part of the movement
Ecosystem Services
Protecting and restoring kelp forests provides a wealth of benefits for society. Track those here.
Top 4 Genus Restored (ha)
genera
projects
Carbon Captured
How much carbon has been cycled from protected or restored kelp forests (estimate).
Carbon Captured(tons CO2e)
Fish Biomass
How much fish has been produced in protected or restored kelp forests (estimate).
Fish Biomass(tons)
Jobs Created
How many jobs have been created by restoring and protecting kelp forests.
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Jobs Created (N)
Nutrients Removed
The amount of nitrogen cycled by restored or protected kelp forests (estimate).
(tons N)
Visitor Days
The number of tourism visits to restored or protected kelp forests.
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