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Artificial Reefs: Suitability of recycled materials for integration into purpose built artificial reefs for enhancing marine productivity, biodiversity and social outcomes

The project on recycled materials in artificial reefs aims to maximize marine benefits by exploring use of alternative materials. It creates a framework to assess the suitability of structures for artificial reef projects and develops guidelines for their integration. By repurposing materials like recycled concrete and steel, the project enables scalable and financially sustainable reef development. It also works towards improving regulatory environments to support science-based habitat enhancement. The outcomes benefit stakeholders such as government agencies, research organizations, the fishing community, and the seafood industry, promoting marine productivity, biodiversity, and social outcomes while fostering ecological health, economic growth, and community well-being.

Project date

14 Jun 2022-14 Feb 2024
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Principal investigator

Andrew Rowland

Research organisation

Recfishwest

Project funded by

Multiple industries
Aquaculture Wild catch fisheries

Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)

The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) is a co-funded partnership between its two stakeholders, the Australian Government and the …
  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

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