Greening coastal infrastructure through eco-engineering

Publication C820

CIRIA, 2025
Greening coastal infrastructure through eco-engineering Download document

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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Abstract

Presents an overview of best practice in various eco-engineering projects from around the UK coastline. Explores the advantages and issues for using the techniques, setting out the environmental considerations, legal aspects and covers: biodiversity, coastal systems, ecology, estuarine assets, life cycle, asset performance, textured surfaces, water retention structures (pools) swim through habitats, macro habitat features, environmentally sensitive materials, knowledge of local conditions, spatial distribution, installation, maintenance and monitoring, invasive species, public engagement and safety, business case development. Includes 8 case studies.

Author

Roca, M. et al

History

Based on Research Project P3126.

ISBN

9780860179672

Subjects

  • Construction operations
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Coastal and maritime engineering
  • Special subject areas

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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