10/04/2008
On behalf of CIRIA, Royal Haskoning has developed a scoping study that focuses on artificial reef structures used for coastal defence (ie detached nearshore breakwaters) and identifies the opportunities and constraints to adding marine habitat (eg biodiversity, fisheries) and/or amenity (eg sea angling, diving, surfing).
Written and co-sponsored by Royal Haskoning, the Artificial Reefs Scoping Study is available as a free download from the Construction Industry Research and Information Association (CIRIA) click here.
Multi-functional artificial reefs offer an opportunity for coastal defence structures to deliver ecological and/or amenity benefits, and in doing so, support drivers for sustainable development.
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