Rigorous research addressing ecological, economic and engineering questions, coupled with the innovative deployment of structures worldwide by diverse stakeholders, have created a synergy that makes the book a valuable synthesis and analysis for this growing subject. Thus, its broad audience includes marine (coastal and ocean) environmental sciences, including aquatic ecologists, those working in ocean sustainability and conservation, benthic habitat and coral reef restoration practitioners, and more.
Presents a new perspective on how we might save natural wonders under threatProvides a representation of reefs, showing the economic and humanitarian value of these natural ecosystemsUnlocks potentials for solutions for conservation by including global case studies