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Abstract

In Okinawa Prefecture, the Mozuku aquaculture industry is keen on establishing Blue Carbon Credits. This enthusiasm stems from various perspectives, including climate change mitigation, improvement of fishing grounds, industry maintenance, and enhancement of fishing ground surveillance functions. However, the industry faces several challenges. One significant challenge is the lack of a clear remaining coefficient for Mozuku, which complicates the creation of credits. Additionally, there is a shortage of manpower within the fisheries cooperative, further exacerbating the problem. To address these challenges, it is crucial to secure human resources that can promote system understanding and establish a financial base for undertaking new systems. Moreover, the system needs to be flexible to cater to the diverse needs of the region. In conclusion, the efforts towards creating Blue Carbon Credits involve complex issues that intertwine various elements. These elements include domestic and international environmental policies, trends in the carbon market, the regional industrial structure, and social conditions. Future initiatives will need a multifaceted perspective that considers these elements and specific measures that reflect the actual conditions of the region. Therefore, a collaborative approach involving various stakeholders, from the government to local industries, is essential to successfully create and implement Blue Carbon Credits.

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