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A study published in Ocean & Coastal Management reveals that the 300 hectares of mangroves surrounding Cairns Airport sequester over 2000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents annually, surpassing the airport's direct emissions. Collaboratively designed by local programs and institutions, the research underscores the importance of preserving these wetlands for climate change mitigation. Cairns Airport's sustainability initiatives, including a commitment to net zero and reliance on 100% renewable energy, further support environmental monitoring efforts by the Yirrganydji Land and Sea Ranger Program.