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“The installation marked the launch of an ambitious oyster reef restoration pilot study in Marblehead waters, bringing together scientists, environmental groups, government agencies and local students in an effort to improve water quality and rebuild marine habitat.”

Fourth graders get muddy for Marblehead’s future oyster reefs

Marblehead Current

“Nantucket leading the charge to address these threats and to defend itself, installing an array of Cliff Stabilizer devices to protect the island’s shoreline “

Town Testing New “Cliff Stabilizers” To Combat Erosion 

Nantucket Current

“As Nantucket fights a costly, multi-front battle against erosion, a quiet, low-tech alternative debuted last week, one that might offer a natural, affordable solution to constantly shifting sands”

Eco-friendly Cliff Stabilizers offer hope for erosion control on Nantucket

Nantucket Inquirer

“It uses slate panels,” Wolf said. “And for some reason, oysters really like to attach to it. So it’s been a good sort of jump starter to get oysters back in.”

After more than a century, oysters may make comeback to Marblehead harbors

The Marblehead Independent 

“Fighting erosion on Long Island with low-tech solutions inspired by nature”

Climate Change: Protecting our Planet 

CBS NEWS NEW YORK

“The encroaching ocean spurred Madaket and Smith Point homeowners to write letters to the town, asking for solutions to the ever-encroaching erosion. Hill and Nantucket Natural Resources Director Jeff Carlson saw an opportunity to try something new. “

Nantucket pilot program seeks to mitigate coastal erosion

Massachusetts Municipal Association

“Coastal Technologies’ tools like these at Sands Point Preserve proved effective at maintaining seagrass beds and other natural vegetation against Hurricane Ian in 2022”

Long Island’s eroding coast: Tools to stem its loss

Newsday

“Ecosystemic’s Editor-in-Chiefs Ariana Thornton and Anais Joubert chatted with George Thatos about his interest in sustainable technology, CTC’s philosophy, and the company’s latest projects.”

A Conversation with George Thatos

Ecosystemic Magazine

“(CTC has) created a cliff stabilizer product, using a marine-grade plastic and a stainless coil, to plant and hold American beach grass plugs in place as they grow.”

On the Edge of Restoration

Newsday

“Developing economically and environmentally responsible systems for these critical issues is vital.”

Coast Restabilization Tech in Port

Manhasset Press