Restoration Era is working with coastal communities on the island of Java in Indonesia to restore mangrove estuaries. These estuaries provide the densely populated island with protection from storm surges, coastal erosion, and prevent catastrophic flooding. In addition to this the mangroves support fishing livelihoods as they are the home for many species of fish and shellfish that support coastal communities.

Indonesia is very unique when it comes to mangroves. Many places in the world only have up to 5 mangrove species present in their estuaries. Indonesia can have up to 30! These estuaries are also some of the most productive carbon sinks in the world and are home to a wide array of biodiversity. These projects will provide jobs to people in need to restore these vital ecosystems, the mangroves will serve as protection to those in Java, and will improve traditional livelihoods for communities in Indonesia.