The valuation of the non-use of the blue carbon ecosystems refer to the benefits received by the

local community just through the presence of these ecosystems. Aside from serving as blue
carbon sinks, mangroves serve as habitat for marine species and protect the communities from
the damaging effects brought about by strong winds, hurricanes, and big waves; while the
seagrass beds serve as nursery for fishes and stabilize sea bottom against intense waves.