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We offer sessions with our experts for teams in all aspects of the
marine infrastructure space. We share the problems inherent in
traditional marine construction and present solutions that benefit
any project and the local marine environment.

Schedule a session to learn more about our
responsible marine construction solutions

    Webinars On Demand

    Watch any of our past webinars with industry experts discussing the topics we care most about: marine construction,
    coastal engineering, nature based design, offshore development, marine biodiversity, and more.
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    Unlocking the Future of Coastal Infrastructure: On-Demand ASCE Webinar with ECOncrete

    Join Dr. Andrew Rella from ECOncrete for an insightful ASCE 1 hour course exploring nature-inclusive applications in urban wa...
    Dec 10, 2024
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    ECOncrete on the N-EWN Webinar

    The US Army Corps of Engineer's Network for Engineering With Nature (N-EWN) invites you to view the N-EWN Knowledge Series: D...
    Jun 04, 2024
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    Webinar: Subsea Grids Supporting Marine Biodiversity

    Our Head of Biology, Yaeli Rosenburg, Ph.D., participated in a recent webinar hosted by the Renewables Grid Initiative (RGI)�...
    Nov 23, 2023

    Papers - Studies & Peer-Reviewed Articles

    Access our publications on the harmful ecological impacts of standard concrete and evaluations of our bio-enhancing
    technology on natural environments and structural performance.
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    Biodiversity Results of a Nature-Inclusive Cable Protection Solution

    Red Eléctrica, the Spanish Transmission System Operator, selected ECOncrete’s nature-inclusive cable protection to sta...
    Jan 08, 2025
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    Case Study: Blue Port Infrastructure at the Port of Vigo – the Living Ports Project

    Showcasing port infrastructure that also meets environmental goals – the Living Ports project in the Port of Vigo, back...
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    White Paper: Achieving Biodiversity Uplift on Marine Infrastructure

    This white paper discusses how ECOncrete technology can promote marine biodiversity as integral part of concrete-based coast...
    Oct 03, 2023

    Key Research Findings

    Click on each graphic for select results from our research and summaries of the studies they come from.
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    Biodiversity on Concrete

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    Nature Conservancy Technical Report

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    Research & Development

    Explore ongoing projects with partners all over the world as we continue to find novel techniques to ecologically
    enhance marine construction, transforming how onshore and offshore infrastructure look and function.
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    Empowering New York Harbor School Students and Advancing Science

    In a unique collaboration, ECOncrete is proud to partner with motivated students from the New York Harbor School. See their i...
    Feb 19, 2025
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    Biodiversity Results of a Nature-Inclusive Cable Protection Solution

    Red Eléctrica, the Spanish Transmission System Operator, selected ECOncrete’s nature-inclusive cable protection to sta...
    Jan 08, 2025
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    BOEM Scour Protection Study – Effectiveness of Nature Inclusive Design Materials

    To identify optimal solutions for scour protection in offshore wind energy infrastructure, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Managem...
    Apr 10, 2024

    Videos

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    Nature-Inclusive Marine Mattresses for Subsea Power Cable Protection

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    Nature Inclusive Cable Protection To Restore Marine Biodiversity

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    Marine Biodiversity Developing on New Pier

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Have more questions? See the full FAQ page

    How does biology affect hydrodynamic stability? Do you have data?
    A rough defensive layer of marine life like oysters and tubeworms encrusts ECOncrete, helping to dissipate wave energy, buffer hydrodynamic forces, and adding stabilizing weight. For data on a specific solution, send us a message.
    Why wouldn’t I get the same ecological value by building with rock?
    Bluestone or quarry rock have dense and homogeneous surfaces—leading to less life, more invasive species, and lower biodiversity. ECOncrete mimics natural coastal features, offering native habitat, shelter, and breeding spaces.
    Are there cost savings when using ECOncrete?
    Living infrastructure lowers environmental mitigation penalties by providing habitat, carbon storage, greater biodiversity, and protection of native species. In one U.S. project, mitigation penalties were reduced by approximately 80%, or about $15 million.
    Is ECOncrete reinforced?
    Units using ECOncrete’s technologies can be either steel or fiber reinforced depending on project requirements. ECOncrete’s admixture has been proven to reduce chloride penetration, serving to protect steel reinforcement members.