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In Texas, oyster-shell waste became reef “shell bags”; along Galveston Bay, the new shell reefs supported living oysters and helped stabilize shorelines- Louisiana used 13 million pounds of discarded oyster shells to build 8,000 feet of living shoreline; studies found oyster reefs can reduce wave heights under some conditions
- The Savannah River swapped bare marsh edge for oyster reefs in 2023; wave energy fell by up to 40%, giving Georgia coasts a tougher storm shield
- In 2021, Cyprus submerged 93 sculptures to create an underwater forest; concrete trees rise from the seabed at different depthsAn underwater sculpture park in Cyprus offers a unique habitat for marine life. This art installation, MUSAN, features concrete figures and...20 Aug, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- Since 2016, Alabama has recovered more than 22.6 million discarded oyster shells; the restaurant waste is being returned to coastal waters to help build reefsIn Alabama, restaurants are making waves by recycling oyster shells to bolster crucial reef restoration efforts. These once-discarded shell...14 Aug, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- Florida dumped 500,000 tonnes of oyster and clam shells into the sea — what happened next surprised scientistsFlorida successfully recycled over 500,000 tonnes of oyster and clam shells for reef restoration. These shells provided essential foundatio...10 Aug, 2026, 07.56 PM IST
- Britain used discarded seafood waste and engineered reef habitats to solve the collapse of native oyster ecosystems; the result transformed lifeless seabeds into thriving underwater habitats capable of supporting oysters, fish, and countless marine speciesBritain is deploying concrete reef cubes and scallop shells to revive native oyster populations. These structures aim to provide essential ...08 Aug, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- New York crushed 5,000 discarded school toilets and lowered the porcelain into Jamaica Bay, creating foundations for new oyster reefsNew York City recycled nearly five thousand old toilets from public schools. This discarded porcelain became part of new oyster reef founda...04 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
- 30 million oysters are being dumped into US's Chesapeake Bay in a race to save America's largest estuaryMillions of baby oysters are being planted in the Chesapeake Bay. Scientists hope this effort will revive one of America's most important w...29 Jul, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
- In 1989, a Japanese oyster farmer began planting trees in the mountains to save his dying bay; the river cleared, and marine life returnedJapanese oyster farmer Shigeatsu Hatakeyama restored his bay by planting trees. Healthy forests upstream provided essential nutrients for o...29 Jul, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
- The “Ghost Forests” of the Atlantic Coast: Why Trees Are Dying Standing UpAlong the U.S. Atlantic coast, ghost forests are emerging as a clear sign of climate change. Rising seas and saltwater intrusion are killin...21 Feb, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
- The unmissable destinations in Australia visitors should not missAustralians consistently choose familiar destinations for their holidays, favouring open landscapes, coastal walks, and food regions. From ...03 Dec, 2025, 03.12 PM IST
- Prince William attends environmental summit in New York City; visits oyster reef restoration projectPrince William, the Duke of Cambridge, visited New York City as part of an environmental summit and witnessed the Billion Oyster Project's ...19 Sep, 2023, 10.48 AM IST
- Travel Diaries: 36 Hours on Martha's Vineyard, MassachusettsDespite the stereotypes, the Vineyard's many cultures - African American, Brazilian, Jamaican and islanders that go back dozens of generati...09 Jul, 2023, 03.15 PM IST
- Marine reserves can help mitigate climate change effectsSan Francisco, June 9 (IANS) An international research team has evaluated 145 peer-reviewed studies and concluded that "highly protected" m...09 Jun, 2017, 10.49 AM IST
- Blowing bubbles through oceans may help protect coral reefsBlowing tiny bubbles through seawater may help protect coral reefs and oyster farms from acidified oceans, by transferring excess CO2 from ...27 Mar, 2016, 03.08 PM IST
- Blowing bubbles through oceans may help protect coral reefsBlowing tiny bubbles through seawater may help protect coral reefs and oyster farms from acidified oceans, by transferring excess carbon di...27 Mar, 2016, 02.17 PM IST
- Gujarat readies to handle possible oil spill in seaAccording to officials, a high-level committee would be formed to study the risk potential of oil spill.14 Dec, 2015, 12.23 PM IST
- Here's where over 90% of the extra heat from global warming is goingScientists estimate that as much as 90% of it is heading straight into our oceans, and that has major consequences for the world's economy.06 Aug, 2015, 01.13 PM IST
- Islands that are basking in the glory of being luxurious with a sense of romantic seclusionLeave behind your corporate mantle and take a moment to rekindle romance against the setting amber sun and gently frothing waves. When the ...21 Jun, 2012, 07.37 AM IST
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