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In 2024, researchers tested crushed waste concrete as a base for Chesapeake oyster reefs; oyster spat grew and survived with no detectable hydrocarbon leachingIn the Chesapeake Bay, recycled concrete rubble is proving to be a nursery for young oysters. Scientists have discovered that this crushed ...- In Texas, oyster-shell waste became reef “shell bags”; along Galveston Bay, the new shell reefs supported living oysters and helped stabilize shorelinesThe Galveston Bay Foundation has initiated a commendable recycling program to repurpose oyster shells from local restaurants for vital reef...
- 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 conditionsIn Louisiana, discarded oyster shells are being creatively transformed into living shorelines to combat coastal erosion and rising sea leve...
- 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 shieldScientists built oyster reefs in Georgia's Savannah River to reduce wave energy. These reefs lessened wave impact on the shoreline by as mu...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- Texas released 3 million captive-bred eggs to save this endangered amphibian. It may be workingA male Houston toad was sighted in Bastrop County, Texas, after a 50-year absence. This sighting follows the release of millions of captive...
- Sow seeds for smart farming as the next revolution might not be just about higher yieldsIndia is strengthening agricultural climate resilience using data and technology. Digital public goods like DiCRA aid vulnerability assessm...
- AIIMS and Harvard trained doctor reveals why you need to watch out for zinc deficiency. Check signs and dangersA sudden loss of taste or smell might not be a lingering Covid symptom. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, explains it could indicate ...
- Losing taste and smell? It's not always cold or Covid: AIIMS-trained gut doctor warns of hidden nutrient deficiency and foods to fix itAIIMS and Harvard trained gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi has warned that the sudden loss of taste and smell, often mistaken for flu or...
- Grand Central terminal power outage forces commuters into darkness; video shows people using phone lights to navigateA major power failure occurred at Grand Central Terminal in New York City. The incident happened on Thursday evening. Parts of the transit ...
- NYC flood emergency: mayor declares Local State of Emergency as torrential rains submerge subways and streetsNew York City and New Jersey are under states of emergency following severe flooding caused by torrential rainfall. Subway service disrupti...
- Billy Joel jokes that even though he is selling Long Island Mansion but not leaving for goodBilly Joel reassures Long Island fans during a concert, affirming his ties despite mansion sale. With humor, he quips about moving to Flori...
- 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 ...
- Forgotten soundtrack by George Harrison & Ringo Starr, featuring Ustad Aashish Khan, released after 50 yrsThe soundtrack titled 'Radhe Shaam' was recorded in 1968 at London's Trident Studios.
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