BC5 is a 5-year (2022-2027) collaborative research between the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), the University of Ghana (UG), and the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Tanzania. The project focuses on understanding the combined effects of pollution and climate change on coastal ecosystems, with an emphasis on education and capacity building for sustainable coastal resource management in Ghana and Tanzania.

Objectives 

• Strengthen research and education on the impacts of climate change and pollution.
• Develop training programs and curriculum on coastal ecosystem sustainability.
• Investigate the multi-stressor effects of pollution and climate change.
• Enhance students' research, communication, and technical skills.

Methodology

• Fieldwork, experimental studies, and stakeholder engagements.
• Multi-stressor analysis combining climatic and non-climatic factors.
• Research-based education and capacity-building programs. 

Impact – Why this matters 

• Improve knowledge of sustainable coastal resource management.
• Develop skills of professionals for environmental governance.
• Strengthen regional collaboration on marine ecosystem protection. 

Images/Visuals 

• Pictures of polluted beaches in Ghana and Tanzania.
• Pictures of field research and stakeholder engagement photos. 

Research Team 

Faculty, PhDs and Masters students from NTNU, UG, and UDSM. 

Partners 

• Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
• University of Ghana (UG)
• University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM)
• Funded by Norad under “Climate Change and Natural Resources” (Grant Number: 71762)