Yesterday, the pioneering COSTAdapta 7-year LIFE project was officially launched in Gran Canaria, Spain, where ECOncrete provides expertise and technology for nature-inclusive coastal protection solutions in a consortium with partners from industry and academia.The project addresses the necessary adaptation to the coast of Gran Canaria to sea level rise, applying an innovative and holistic strategy. … Continued
Local contractors deployed ECOncrete ecologically engineered articulated concrete block mattresses (ACBMs) as cable protection at Vineyard Wind
Living Ports Project led by ECOncrete includes bio-enhancing seawalls and coastal protection system, as well as a first-of-its-kind underwater observatory, enabling the public to watch the marine ecosystems thrive.Monday 22 May 2023, Port of Vigo, Spain – Only three months after its official opening, the ground-breaking Living Ports Project is already coming to life.Newly released … Continued
The sub-sea electrical interconnector cable between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, protected by ecological concrete technology, has enhanced marine biodiversity: Red Eléctrica, the Spanish electricity grid operator, and ECOncrete have demonstrated the environmental benefits of this innovative solution.These are the results of the case study on the ecological impact of its sub-sea electricity cable connecting the islands … Continued
The ground-breaking Living Ports Project, the next generation of port infrastructure, officially opened on Friday, 24 March – leading the way for greener marine construction.The Living Ports Project, showcasing the next generation of port infrastructure at the Port of Vigo, is an ECOncrete lead project, delivered by an interdisciplinary consortium that includes Cardama Shipyards and … Continued
When a structure, like an offshore wind turbine and tower, is placed offshore, the structure causes local eddies and an increase of the current and wave motions. This fast-flowing water stirs sand and sediment particles, picks them up, and transports them away from the structure, creating a hole around the structure. This phenomenon is called … Continued
Integrating ecological concrete is the best option for Avoidance, Minimization, and Mitigation Measures (AMMMs) in offshore wind development.
ECOncrete is proud to be among the first companies to take the WEDG pledge and commit to resilient, accessible, and healthy waterfronts. Using ecological concrete reinforces structural durability, while also enhancing habitat opportunities for local species that improve coastal resilience.The Waterfront Alliance’s Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines (WEDG) provides an independent rating system and guidelines to … Continued
ECOncrete recently received the National Energy Globe Award for the COASTALOCK technology through a partnership with the Port of San Diego. “COASTALOCK is the trifecta we love: carbon sequestration, smaller footprint, while at the same time, providing resilience.” – John Jason H. Giffen, Vice President, Port of San Diego.The CoastaLock, the first ecologically designed armor unit for … Continued
On Friday November 25th, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation held its 15th annual Awards Ceremony for Planetary Health in the Salle Garnier at the Monte-Carlo Opera House. Since 2008, the Foundation’s Awards have honoured personalities and organisations who have shown remarkable commitment to the preservation of the Planet.In his opening address, the Prince … Continued