Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia
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Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia
Biorock reef restoration. Coral fragment cemented to a Biorock reef restoration structure. The Biorock process was developed by Thomas Goreau and Wolf Hilbertz in the 1970 s. Electricity is used to promote the deposition of calcium carbonate, which builds up on the surface of the structure giving hard corals a base to bond to. The process is thought to accelerate coral growth by up to four times. However, it has been suggested that simple wire meshes are just as effective. Photographed off Gili Trawangan, Lombok, Indonesia
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Artificial Reef Bali Bio Rock Cemented Cnidarian Coral Damage Damaged Degraded Degredation Electricity Electrolysis Environmental Issues Fragment Frame Gili Trawangan Hard Coral Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Lombok Mineral Accretion Pollution Reef Rehabilitation Repair Restoration Southeast Asia Gili Islands
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This print showcases the innovative Biorock reef restoration process in action off the coast of Gili Trawangan, Lombok, Indonesia. The image captures a coral fragment securely cemented to a Biorock reef restoration structure, which serves as a foundation for hard corals to bond and grow upon. Developed by Thomas Goreau and Wolf Hilbertz in the 1970s, this groundbreaking technique utilizes electricity to promote the deposition of calcium carbonate on the surface of the structure. The Biorock process is believed to accelerate coral growth up to four times its natural rate, offering hope for restoring damaged reefs. However, some experts argue that simple wire meshes can achieve similar results. Regardless, this photograph highlights both nature's resilience and mankind's commitment towards environmental conservation. In an era where pollution and degradation threaten marine ecosystems worldwide, initiatives like Biorock provide a glimmer of optimism. By combining technology with biology through electrolysis and mineral accretion techniques, these artificial reefs aim to rehabilitate degraded areas while fostering biodiversity. This stunning snapshot not only emphasizes the beauty of Indonesian underwater landscapes but also sheds light on crucial environmental issues faced across Southeast Asia. It reminds us that we have both the responsibility and capability to repair our oceans' delicate balance through innovative solutions such as Biorock reef restoration.
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