Eindrapport Coastbusters 2.0: Ecosystem based coastal management

In conclusion, the Coastbusters concept is executable and scientifically measurable in a North Sea foreshore environment. The consortium has developed new designs,
enhanced configurations and modularity, yielded co-benefits, and gained insight in the highly dynamic behaviour of the offshore facilitating infrastructure and newly formed natural biogenic reef. The operational experience and fundamental knowledge induce a much more better understanding and grip on the long-term effects of the C…

In conclusion, the Coastbusters concept is executable and scientifically measurable in a North Sea foreshore environment. The consortium has developed new designs,
enhanced configurations and modularity, yielded co-benefits, and gained insight in the highly dynamic behaviour of the offshore facilitating infrastructure and newly formed natural biogenic reef. The operational experience and fundamental knowledge induce a much more better understanding and grip on the long-term effects of the Coastbusters-setup.
The synergy of a stakeholder-wide supported endeavor,scientifically underpinned data analysis, and a successful pilot, have given Coastbusters the opportunity to establish a blueprint for design, installation, maintenance, monitoring & stewardship for ecosystem based coastal management of sandy foreshores.
But most of all, the Coastbusters concept has been growing from a crazy idea of a few ecological believers towards a quality trademark for nature - inclusive coastal management and engineering – inspiring others to believe in (hybrid) NbS and fully explore its sustainable potential.