Economic Wellbeing

• RISCO has successfully piloted seaweed farming (training 30 women) in the Philippines, and Integrated Mangrove Aquaculture Systems (IMAS) in India’s Sundarbans in India, proving the viability of diverse mangrove-positive business models. Year one projections anticipate 3,000+ local entrepreneurs empowered through inclusive, nature-based livelihoods that strengthen local economies and ecological resilience.

Equity and Access

• RISCO’s inclusive finance model prioritizes underserved coastal communities—especially women—offering low-interest loans, hands-on training, and market entry for those traditionally excluded from financial systems. By pairing access to income and insurance with conservation, RISCO ensures that the benefits of climate protection reach those most at risk.

Economic Resilience

• RISCO’s “restoration flywheel” links climate insurance, microfinance, and blue carbon trading to deliver compounding impact. This integrated model restores ecosystems while reducing disaster risk and safeguarding livelihoods. By integrating aquaculture with restoration, RISCO increases food security, natural protection, and rural employment—Unlocking 70M in blue carbon revenues at an IRR of 17% over 40 years on a planned 1,720 hectare project.
• Through IMAS (Integrated Mangrove Aquaculture System) pilots in India’s Sundarbans, RISCO increases coastal resilience of the village, food security, and sustainable employment.

Financial Inclusion

• RISCO redefines credit access by tying loan terms to ecological restoration. This innovative approach opens up finance for unbanked populations, rewards stewardship, and builds long-term financial security through climate-aligned lending.