Coastal & Estuary
We work on recreating and restoring intertidal habitat within the Tees Estuary and restoring native species. We are currently looking at creating seagrass meadows and re-introducing native oysters to the Tees but are also researching other mariculture which will improve the health and condition of the water as well as mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Seagrass Reintroduction
One of our main projects involves the reintroduction of native seagrass (Zostera marina) into the estuary. Click the image to find out more about this project.
Native Oyster Reintroduction
Native oyster reintroduction is a key part of our plan for estuarine restoration along the River Tees. Click the image to find out more about this project.
Intertidal Habitat Creation
This project is concerned with the construction of retaining structures to allow sediment to accrete and form steps of intertidal habitat, something that is much lacking along the banks of the River Tees. This project is a pilot, exploring options for intertidal habitat creation using natural materials as much as possible. Click the image to find out more about this project.
Mussel Restoration
The next project we hope to begin is the restoration of Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis) and Horse Mussels (Modiolus modiolus) in the estuary Click the image to find out more about this project.
Marine Invasive Non-Native Species
Learn more about the efforts to prevent and manage Marine Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) and their impact on coastal ecosystems Click the image to find out more about this project.