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Natural coastal habitats like coral reefs provide over $1 mil per km in flood protection benefits

underwater photo of a coral reefDid you know that natural coastal habitats like coral reefs provide over $1 million per kilometer in flood protection benefits? Explore the latest publication where scientists outline a framework for effective coral restoration projects, addressing crucial gaps in knowledge for enhanced coastal resilience: https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/news/coral-restoration-for-coastal-resilience-a-decision-support-framework/ NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program funded this work. 

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