When ongoing human activity has a negative impact on an ecosystem, can simultaneous, targeted human intervention be enough to bring about a healthy balance? The team at Mossy Earth thinks so, and they’ve devised a plan to make it happen.
The problem
In the highlands of Scotland, Cromarty Firth is a hub of industrial activity (cruise ships, oil rigs, and more). Over time, this has led to a struggling underwater ecosystem with:
- Murky water
- Little biodiversity
- Lack of native species
The solution
The plan to revive and transform Cromarty Firth is twofold:
- Reintroduce native oyster beds to purify the water
- Restore seagrass meadows to create habitats for all kinds of different species
What’s next
The team at Mossy Earth expects to see a drastic change in the future, but the project isn’t yet close to finished. Be sure to watch their included video and then check their Youtube Channel for updates!