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Sign upNovember 10, 2021
Marina Palamós
Palamós
In November 2021, Ocean Ecostructures and Marina Palamós launched a project to restore marine biodiversity by installing Life Boosting Units (LBUs) at the port. In November 2021, Ocean Ecostructures and Marina Palamós launched a collaborative project to restore marine biodiversity by installing Life Boosting Units (LBUs) in the port. Starting with a single unit, the initiative has since expanded to 13 units—11 LBUs and 2 R&D units—across multiple phases. Utilizing the pioneering Bio Boosting System®, these biomimetic micro-reefs foster complex ecosystems through a combination of: a microfauna attraction system for small marine species, a natural substrate that enhances habitat suitability, a multilayer design that supports fish and crustacean development, and an innovative fixing system that ensures seamless integration with port operations.
The LBUs were deployed across four distinct zones with varied environmental conditions, allowing for comprehensive impact analysis. Ocean Ecostructures’ scientific team monitors the units using underwater drones, tracking biomass growth, species diversity, CO₂ capture, and water quality. This data is processed using AI and made available through the iOceans app, with periodic reports delivered to Marina Palamós. The initiative has positioned Marina Palamós as a pioneer in marine sustainability, optimizing LBU deployment and significantly enhancing the local marine ecosystem.
The LBUs at Marina Palamós have significantly boosted marine biodiversity, with a 109% increase in species compared to the control wall. Over two and a half years, 217 species have been documented, including 43 new species in 2024. Among them, 109 are native to the Mediterranean, five are non-native but established, and 27 are under identification. The project has also contributed to ecosystem restoration, improving water quality and increasing total biomass by 206% (257.6 kg). Additionally, since 2022, the LBUs have sequestered 105.1 kg of CO₂—three times more than the control wall.
Ocean Ecostructures provides biomimetic microreefs named Life Boosting Units- (LBUs), specifically designed to be installed on marine infrastructures (ports, offshore platforms, subsea cabling,...). LBUs replicate how natural reefs work, combining a natural micro-fauna attraction system, nursery effect design (shelter areas), and natural calcium carbonate coating. OE uses ROVs, artificial intelligence, and advanced sensors to monitor LBUs impact (biodiversity, biomass, CDR,...). All this information is stored in a digital platform (iOceans) accessible to our customers, so that they can fulfill their ESG/Compliance, offsetting and social engagement needs. A solution aligned with standards such as CSRD, TNFD, contributing to sustainability efforts.
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