Artificial Reefs Research Articles

Artificial reef effectiveness changes among types as revealed by underwater hyperspectral imagery

Artificial reefs (ARs) are designed to mimic natural habitats and promote marine life. Their effectiveness is however debatable and can depend on factors such as structural complexity and construction material. Old artificial reefs (OARs) were made of concrete mold of simple geometric shapes, limiting their ability to mimic the complexity of natural reefs. Recent advancements in three‐dimentional (3D)‐printing technology have enabled the creation of 3D‐printed artificial reefs (3DRs) with biocompatible material and complex structures that can better simulate the natural habitats. We employed underwater hyperspectral technology to estimate the performance of these reefs and compare the benthic photosynthetic signal of natural reefs (NATs) with those of ARs (OARs and 3DRs) in coastal area of the north‐western Mediterranean (France and Monaco Principality). We expected differences in reflectance signals between OARs and NATs, and signals closer to NATs in 3DRs than OARs. Underwater hyperspectral technology was able to detect higher chlorophyll‐a derived signals on NATs than OARs. Moreover, the magnitude of differences between 3DRs and NATs was smaller than that between OARs and NATs. Although ARs were not capable of mimicking natural reefs, the use of 3D‐printed ARs might ameliorate their effectiveness for coastal reconciliation.

Integrating assemblage structure and habitat mapping data into the design of a multispecies reef fish survey

AbstractObjectiveSince 2010, three spatially disjunct reef fish video surveys have provided fishery‐independent data critical to the assessment and management of reef fishes in the Gulf of Mexico. Although analytical approaches have recently been developed to integrate data from these surveys into a single measure of relative abundance and size composition, a more parsimonious approach would be to integrate survey efforts under a single Gulf‐wide survey design. Accordingly, we conducted a retrospective analysis of historical video‐ and habitat‐mapping data to develop a novel stratified random sampling design for conducting surveys of natural and artificial reef habitats.MethodsWe conducted a series of classification and regression tree analyses to delineate both spatial and habitat strata, and conducted simulations to assess the performance of an optimized survey design.ResultSpatially, classification and regression tree results identified three depth strata (10–25 m, >25–50 m, >50–180 m) and three regional strata (north‐central Gulf, Big Bend, southwest Florida) in the eastern Gulf. For both natural and artificial reefs, habitat strata were delineated based on a combination of relative relief (low, medium, high) and size of the individual reef feature, although reef scale differed markedly between natural (<100 m2, 100–1000 m2, >1000 m2) and artificial habitats (<25 m2, 25–100 m2, >100 m2). To optimize effort among sampling strata, effort was allocated proportionally based on a combination of habitat availability and managed‐species richness for each stratum. Simulation results indicated that relative median biases were <10% and relative median absolute deviations <30% on estimates of abundance for most species examined on natural reefs under the optimal design, except Greater Amberjack Seriola dumerili. These measures of bias and imprecision were similar or higher for most species simulated using simple random and stratified random survey designs. Estimated relative median bias and relative median absolute deviations were notably higher for artificial reef surveys.ConclusionBased on these results, survey efforts were integrated as the Gulf Fishery Independent Survey of Habitat and Ecosystem Resources (G‐FISHER) in 2020.

Structural and functional changes in Artificial Reefs ecosystem stressed by trophic modelling approach: Case study in the Bay of Biscay

Artificial Reefs (ARs) are commonly cited as a tool used for increasing fishery production and reinstating ecosystem functionalities. The assessment of ARs deployment is mostly based on analysis of the evolution of fish communities. Recently, studies have focused on trophic modelling to understand the functioning of such ecosystems in a more holistic approach. Trophic models are able to address this concern by describing the interaction between species at different trophic levels and based on the quantification of energy and matter flows through ecosystems. These models allow the application of numerical methods – also called Ecological Network Analysis (ENA) – to characterize emergent properties of the ecosystem. Usually, ENA indices are proposed as indicators of ecosystem health as they are sensitive to different impacts on marine ecosystems. In the present study, the Ecopath software is used to build an ecosystem model composed of 23 compartments, from detritus and phytoplankton to mammals, to describe the situation “before” and “after” the deployment of ARs in the south of the Bay of Biscay along the Landes coast. In addition, ENA indices are calculated for two periods, “before” and “after” the deployment of artificial reefs, to compare network functioning and the overall properties of the structural trophic network. Our results show little structural change in the ecosystem, with a rearrangement of the trophic levels and a simultaneous increase in biomass and system maturity. These preliminary results evidently need to be confronted with other environmental factors such as, for instance, substrate composition, proximity to natural reefs and larval supply. Nonetheless, we consider that the maturity index could be used as a new indicator to assess the evolution of ARs with specific management objectives.

Effects of artificial reef and fishing moratorium on trophic structure of biological community in the Pearl River Estuary marine ranch based on stable isotopes

Deployment of artificial reefs (ARs) has become popular technique to create new hard-bottom habitats, increase biodiversity and richness for fisheries. We compared the faunal community structure and food web structure associated with before and after fishing moratorium between ARs and non-ARs in Wanshan Island, Pearl River Estuary using stable isotope techniques. Community composition showed higher differences between ARs and non-ARs. The range of δ13C and δ15N of different functional groups can distinguish the pelagic and benthic trophic pathways of the food web in reef-or-not area before and after fishing moratorium. The isotopic niches of entire faunal, as well as individual functional groups, overlapped less between ARs and non-ARs in Wanshan Island, which makes the isotopic functional indices non-equivalent. The total convex hull area (TA) of ARs was larger than that of non-ARs, indicating that nutrient pathways of ARs were more diverse. Overall, however, these results suggest that trophic structure was convergence between ARs and non-ARs, and differences before and after fishing moratorium, possibly due to seasonal differences. Finally, it was shown that the construction of ARs had a weak effect on the restoration of fishery resources in this area, which might be related to lack of further management, or even similar community composition to non-ARs areas.

Numerical simulation of offshore wind power pile foundation scour with different arrangements of artificial reefs

The industrial integration of offshore wind power and marine ranches has been actively explored and developed in many countries. This emerging industrial synergy can significantly improve the ecological friendliness of offshore wind power and contribute to the development of the marine economy in the region. This industrial synergy is an important development direction for future offshore engineering. Artificial reefs (ARs) are critical components of marine ranches and are widely placed around offshore wind foundations (OWFs). The ARs can block the water flow and form a complex wake region behind it, which changes the original turbulence structure and reduces scour around the OWF. Therefore, determining the arrangement of ARs for scour protection around an OWF is of great engineering significance. In this study, a three-dimensional numerical model is established using a prototype of the first offshore wind power-marine ranch demonstration project in China. The turbulent change and sediment movement between the OWF and ARs are solved using the Reynolds-averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) and sediment transport equations. Moreover, the variations in the maximum scour depth and scour volume around the OWF at different arrangements of ARs are explored. The results demonstrate that the arrangement of ARs weakens the horseshoe vortices in front of the OWF and destroys the vortex shedding behind the OWF, thereby producing a beneficial scour protection effect. Various arrangements of ARs have different effects on scour results around the OWF. Increasing the height of the AR could significantly reduce the scour results around the OWF and play an effective role in scour protection, followed by the tandem arrangement of ARs, whereas the parallel arrangement of ARs will produce negative scour effects. This study will serve a vital guiding role in the arrangement of ARs and practical significance for scouring protection around the OWF.

Biological and Hydrodynamic Aspects for the Design of Artificial Reef Modules for Cephalopod Molluscs in the Ares-Betanzos Estuary

The design of an artificial reef (AR) module for improving the fishing productivity of cephalopod molluscs in the Ares-Betanzos estuary (Galicia, NW Spain) is addressed in this study. At the time of deciding on a suitable AR design, it is first necessary to assess how the different marine species use ARs so that it is possible to define the complexity of the design: its size and shape, as well as the number of nest cavities it should present and the dimensions of these cavities. Thus, two different cubic modules are proposed, both with an edge of 1500 mm. One of them can be considered as the standard design, while the other has been modified to include four open cylindrical holes. Several tools are employed to assess both proposals. Moreover, a CFD (computational fluid dynamics) model is performed. The results suggest that the flow in the interior of the tubes provides a suitable environment for cephalopod molluscs, given that circulation is produced, guaranteeing nutrient renewal. As further contributions, the present work determines how the capture of cephalopods and other species in Galician fish markets has evolved and reviews the habitat preferred by cephalopods in Galicia. It also proposes and compares two AR modules.

Direct Electrochemical Seawater Splitting for Green Hydrogen and Artificial Reefs

Direct Electrochemical Seawater Splitting for Green Hydrogen and Artificial Reefs

Екологічні проблеми Хаджибейського лиману та перспективи його рибогосподарського використання

Purpose.To study the peculiarities of the formation of the hydrological-hydrochemical regime and the ichthyocomplex of the Khadzhibey Estuary, to analyze the state of the ecosystem components of the water body in connection with the prospect of its further fishery exploitation. Methodology.Generalized results of studies conducted during 2000–2021 were used in the course of work. An analysis of the available data on the formation of the current hydrological and hydrochemical regime of the estuary, the peculiarities of the formation of the ichthyocenosis, the current composition of ichthyofauna, and the results of fishery activities was carried out. Hydrological, hydrochemical, hydrobiological and ichthyological studies were carried out according to standard methods [1, 2]. The materials obtained during field studies were processed at the laboratory of the Department of Aquatic Bioresources and Aquaculture of ODEKU. Findings. A retrospective analysis of the peculiarities of the formation of the aquatic ecosystem of the Khadzhibey estuary as a water body for the storage of purified household effluents was carried out. The causes and results of anthropogenic transformation of the water body, the stages and peculiarities of the formation of the ichthyological complex, the organization and current state of culture-based fisheries were revealed. Ways to improve the hydrological and hydrochemical state of the water body are being examined. Artificial reefs are one of the most important directions that should be developed in the water area of the Khadzhibey Estuary. The formation of the biota of these engineering structures will allow not only increasing the abundance and production of some fish species, e.g., gobies (Gobiidae), but also significant improving the ecological condition of the water body. Prospective directions for the development of aquaculture through the targeted formation of polyculture with the introduction of flatfishes (Pleuronectidae), turbots (Scophthalmidae), gobies (Gobiidae), sturgeons (Acipenseridae) and salmonids (Salmonidae) are proposed. It is shown that one of the promising forms of fish farming that can be successfully developed in the Khadzhibey Estuary is cage aquaculture aimed at growing valuable brackish and freshwater fish species. Originality. For the first time, an analysis of the peculiarities of the formation of the ecosystem and the ichthyological complex of the Khadzhibey Estuary as a water body is presented, the prospects for its further functioning are examined, and the promising directions of aquaculture development are determined. Practical value. The obtained results can be used to develop measures to stabilize and improve the state of the Khadzhibey E stuary ecosystem and introduce new, promising directions for the development of aquaculture. Key words: Khadzhibey estuary, storage water body, hydrological and hydrochemical regime, ichthyofauna, fish farming, aquaculture prospects.

Feasibility of Artificial Reefs to Local Livelihood Sustainability

This research examines the feasibility of utilizing artificial reefs as a means to enhance local livelihood sustainability in coastal communities. The study investigates the potential socioeconomic impacts of artificial reefs on local communities of the Southern part of Eastern Samar and explores their effectiveness in supporting various aspects of livelihood, including fisheries, tourism, and ecosystem services. Through a combination of field surveys, stakeholder interviews, and economic assessments, the research assesses the opportunities and challenges associated with implementing artificial reefs as a sustainable livelihood strategy. The findings highlight the potential benefits of artificial reefs, such as increased fish populations, enhanced tourism activities, and improved coastal protection, which can contribute to the socioeconomic well-being of local communities. However, the study also acknowledges the need for careful planning, community engagement, and long-term monitoring to ensure the successful integration of artificial reefs into local livelihood systems. Hence, by providing recommendations for policy-makers, practitioners, and community stakeholders to maximize the feasibility and positive outcomes of artificial reefs in promoting local livelihood sustainability.

First record of Bugula neritina (Bryozoa: Bugulidae), in the mediolittoral zone of Ibn ‎Hani Lattakia, eastern Mediterranean sea (Syria)‎

The species Bugula neritina (Linnaeus, 1758) of the Bugulidae family was observed on the artificial reefs at a depth of 15 meters, (from February to May2021) in the mediolittoral waters of Ibn Hani site (north Lattakia City, Syria). The morphological and characteristics have been used to confirm the new Bryozoa. It is the first record of this species in the Syrian marine waters. B. neritina colonies abundance are 3 colonies in 1200cm2, and they were found with coralligenous macroalgae, Codium sp (green algae), Polysiphonia sp. (red algae), Balanus and Tunicates, attached to hard substrate (artificial reefs), in salinity 39‰).

Distribution of Nine Organic UV Filters along the Shore Next to the Harbor Canals in the Middle Pomeranian Region (Northern Poland)

Spatiotemporal changes in the concentration of UV filters were investigated along the shore according to increasing distance from breakwaters, from the shoreline, as well as according to seasonality in three locations of different anthropogenic pressures, involving those from cosmetic products being released during touristic activity. Nine organic UV filters (benzophenone-1 (BP-1), benzophenone-2 (BP-2), benzophenone-3 (BP-3), octocrylene (OCR), 4-methoxy benzylidene camphor (4-MBC), ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate (EHMC), ethylhexyl salicylate (EHS), homosalate (HMS), and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane (BMDM)) were determined in core sediments, and the range of determined concentrations above the limit of quantification was between 19.2 ng·kg−1 d.w. (HMS) and 539.5 μg·kg−1 d.w. (4-MBC). Unexpectedly, contrary to the level of anthropogenic pressure, the concentrations of four (BP-1, BP-2, BP-3, OCR) UV filters decreased in the following order: Darłówko > Ustka > Rowy. Higher concentrations of BP-1, BP-2, BP-3, and OCR were determined in spring than in summer and autumn. The maximal concentration of HMS and EHMC/EHS was found in the summer and in the autumn, respectively. BMDM was determined occasionally only in two samples collected in Ustka. The higher maximal concentration range of all UV filters was determined in core sediments taken from the eastern (539.5 μg·kg−1 d.w.) rather than from the western (11.3 μg·kg−1 d.w.) parts of the beaches. According to increasing distance from the breakwaters, higher concentrations of UV filters were determined in sites located up to 100 m away in all locations and seasons. Spatial variation in the concentration of UV filters was observed in profiles perpendicular to the water line. Typically, higher concentrations were determined at sites having contact with water, although incidentally, high concentrations were also noticed at sites located further into the beach. The Polish coast of the Baltic Sea is not free from organic UV filters, and expectations concerning the abundance of UV filters in a given location are far from recorded data due to the impact of hydro-technical treatments (i.e., stony and wooden breakwaters, artificial reefs, nourishment) and coastal littoral drift.

New records of ray-finned fishes (Actinopterygii) from Puerto Morelos Reef National Park (Mexican Caribbean)

We documented the nearshore ray-finned fishes in Puerto Morelos Reef National Park (PMRNP) by sampling 57 localities, including rocky intertidal pools, sandy bottoms, Thalassia beds, coral reefs, artificial reefs, karstic-slab bottoms, demersal-pelagic areas, and sessile-Sargassum patches. We recorded seven species new to Caribbean Mexican waters and one hundred and six species new to the PMRNP, most of which are small cryptobenthic reef fish. The resultant checklist includes 349 species, and specimens of 285 of which (81.7%) have been deposited in an ichthyological museum collection. These include both voucher organisms and with tissue samples for genetic analysis. A comparison with inventories at other localities of the Greater Caribbean indicates that more targeted sampling for cryptobenthic and deep-reef fishes is needed to provide a complete inventory. We also comment on the local use of some species as fishery resources.

Influence of reef structure and its flow field effect on the spatial behavior of Sebastes schlegelii adults

Sebases schlegelii is an important economic reef fish in northern China. Its distribution in the reef area is affected by the reef structure and flow field. To evaluate the effects of differently shaped artificial reefs with distinct flow field properties on the distribution of adult S. schlegelii, four types of artificial reefs (cubic (CAR), pyramidal (PAR), star-shaped (SAR) and tubular (TAR) artificial reef) and the related flow regimes were experimentally examined. The mean gathering rate (MGR) and wavelet analysis were adopted to analyze the distribution patterns of S. schlegelii adults around reef bodies in three representative environmental conditions (static water (FE1), 40 Hz water flow environment (FE2), and 50 Hz water flow environment (FE3)). The significant gathering behaviors around the artificial reefs were depicted through the MGR of adult fish during physical observations. For FE1, the MGR of adult fish showed a decrease in the order PAR > CAR > SAR > TAR. With increasing incoming velocities, the MGR changed such that the quantity of adult fish in the CAR gradually increased more than that in the PAR, but no significant differences were observed between them (P>0.05). Wavelet analysis showed that the fluctuations in the gathering behaviors of adults decreased with increasing flow velocities. Based on the two-factor analysis of variance, the reef structural characteristics had a more significant impact than the flow velocities on the gathering behavior of adult fish. In summary, the PAR and CAR are recommended to restore the habitats of S. schlegelii in marine ranches given their dominant aggregation effects on S. schlegelii.

Small‐scale habitat complexity preserves ecosystem services on coral reefs

AbstractCoral reef habitat quality is declining in many locations because of heatwaves (coral bleaching) and other disturbances. Reef‐building corals provide refuge from predation, so declining complexity restricts the transfer of energy to upper trophic levels.We use a size‐based ecosystem model to test systematically the effects of refuge at specific sizes and the impacts of distributions of refuges that vary in size. Outcomes are assessed in terms of ecosystem service provision.Simulations indicate that refuge sheltering fish between 5 and 10 cm in length enhances fish biomass and fisheries productivity, for example, increasing herbivore biomass by up to 80%.We identify and present a range of refuge profiles that can theoretically improve ecosystem service provision by as much as sixfold. Profiles where refuge availability decreases with increasing fish size consistently outrank other designs.Synthesis and application: These results highlight how critical small‐scale refuge is for coral reefs, and how we might design artificial reefs to maximise service provision.

Flow field effects and physical stability of pyramidal artificial reef with different slope angles

The effectiveness of artificial reefs (ARs) in promoting ecological benefits depends on their flow field effects and physical stability. Different reef structures will affect the interaction between AR and water, resulting in different flow field and reef stability. To investigate the impact of slope angle on the performance of pyramidal ARs, numerical simulations are conducted and hydrodynamics of pyramidal reefs with five different slope angles (71.6°, 76.0°, 80.5°, 85.2°, 90°) are compared. The numerical results indicate that with slope angle increasing, the flow field effects of the artificial reef increase, while the physical stability of the reef decreases. As a result, an evaluation model considering the flow field effects and physical stability for reef performance assessment is established. The superiority and ranking of the pyramidal ARs performance are calculated using the subjective and objective combined analysis. Results suggest that the optimal performance is achieved by reefs with slope angles close to 85.2° at inflow angles close to 45°.

Bilateral fluctuation asymmetry of otoliths of Collichthys lucidus in different functional areas of Haizhou Bay.

The fluctuating asymmetry (FA) of fish otoliths can reflect the difference in the growth and development of fish in sea areas greatly affected by environmental pressure, thus enabling the assessment of different habitats. In this study, using 113 Collichthys lucidus samples collected from different functional areas (estuary area, aquaculture area, artificial reef area and natural area) in Haizhou Bay, the square coefficient of asymmetry variation (CV2 a ) of four characters (length, width, perimeter and area) of the left and right sagittal otoliths was calculated. The results showed that the CV2 a value of otolith width was the lowest and that of otolith length was the highest. The CV2 a value had no obvious regularity with increasing fish body length. In addition, the CV2 a values of the four characteristics reached their lowest values in the artificial reef area, indicating that the construction of marine ranching dominated by artificial reefs may partly improve the aquatic environment in this functional area. We consider that the otolith FA of C. lucidus can be used as a characteristic of environmental stress between different areas/regions/habitats.

Artificial reefs reduce the adverse effects of mud and transport stress on behaviors of the sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus

Poor survival of seeds reduces the production efficiency of the sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus in pond culture. We investigated the effects of sea mud on the movement-related behaviors of A. japonicus with different body sizes. Mud significantly decreased crawling behavior and wall-reaching behavior in small seeds (~ 1 g of body weight), but not in the large ones (~ 2.5 g of body weight). These behaviors were significantly greater in the large seeds of A. japonicus than those in the small individuals when they were both on the mud. This clearly suggests that mud has negative effects on the movement-related behaviors of small seeds, but not on large individuals. We further assessed the effects of inevitable transport stress on the movement-related behaviors of A. japonicus on mud. Significantly poorer performances in crawling behavior, wall-reaching behavior and struggling behavior were observed in stressed A. japonicus (both sizes) than those in unstressed groups. These new findings indicate that transport stress further increases the adverse effects on the movement-related behaviors of A. japonicus on mud. Moreover, we investigated whether adverse effects can be reduced when individuals are directly seeded onto artificial reefs. Crawling behavior, wall-reaching behavior and struggling behavior in stressed A. japonicus (both sizes) seeded onto artificial reefs were significantly greater than those on mud, whereas artificial reefs did not significantly improve the crawling and struggling behaviors of unstressed small seeds. These results collectively indicate that mud and transport stress show negative impacts on the movement-related behaviors of sea cucumbers. Artificial reefs greatly reduce these adverse effects and probably contribute to improving the production efficiency of sea cucumbers in pond culture.

Great Carrier Reef by Jessica Stremer

Reviewed by: Great Carrier Reef by Jessica Stremer Kate Quealy-Gainer, Editor Stremer, Jessica Great Carrier Reef; illus. by Gordy Wright. Holiday House, 2023 [40p] Trade ed. ISBN 9780823452682 $18.99 E-book ed. ISBN 9780823455256 $11.99 Reviewed from digital galleys R 7-11 yrs After decades of service, the USS Oriskany, nicknamed “The Mighty O,” was decommissioned in 1975; nearly thirty years later, scientists would put the aircraft carrier to new use, under the sea instead of on its surface. As the consequences of global warming and dying reefs became clear in the early 2000s, scientists worked toward creating artificial reefs for the millions of sea creatures left at risk as their homes and hiding spots were lost to warming oceans. The Mighty O became the world’s largest artificial reef, but not without serious effort: toxic paint was stripped away, oil and fuel drained, cables cut, and layers of other harmful material removed. Finally, explosives were used strategically to make sure the ship fell evenly to the ocean’s bottom. The latest entry in the “Books for a Better Earth” series focuses on climate change’s effect on the ocean through an accessible, single account, reminding readers that human ingenuity may very well abate the results of human-driven destruction. The straightforward narrative is concise but informative, conveying details of the boat’s transformation along with blunt facts about a dying marine environment. Full spreads of gouache and acrylic illustrations emphasize the enormity of the ship as it stretches across the pages, while empty underwater scenes are soon populated by various sea life as the Mighty O sinks into its new role. Young readers are becoming increasingly aware of the climate crisis, and librarians and educators should keep an eye on this series as a resource for information that highlights possible solutions, avoiding Pollyanna optimism or fatalistic doomerism. Copyright © 2023 The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois

Структура зооценозов обрастаний искусственных рифов в Северном Каспии

The study of artificial substrates fouling in the Caspian Sea is carried out by many scientists. The initiators of installing the artificial reefs in recent years have been the oil companies operating in the Caspian Sea, while the main goal was to improve the quality of the marine environment by increasing the self-cleaning ability of the marine ecosystem due to the development of filter organisms forming dense clusters on the surfaces of artificial substrates. There are presented the results of studies of the qualitative and quantitative composition of zooperiphyton of artificial reefs installed in the northern part of the Caspian Sea at the depths of 4-10 m. Samples were taken from the concrete artificial substrates. The studies were carried out by the conventional research methods. As a result, there were obtained the data on species composition of the zooocenosis of fouling and their quantitative characteristics. In zooperiphyte samples there were found 11 species from 4 classes of invertebrates: Crustacea, Mollusca, Polychaeta, and Hydrozoa. Of this number of species, the largest abundance and biomass were formed by Balanus improvisus (Balanidae) and Mytilaster lineatus (Mytilidae). The level of development of these two species determined the general indicators of zoocenosis of artificial reef fouling. The remaining species had low indicators of quantitative development, but were important for the fouling biodiversity of the Caspian Sea. There has been defined the influence of the depth of artificial reef installation on the development of fouling organisms, found their higher quantitative characteristics compared to zoobenthos, and the structure-forming species of zooperiphyton in the survey area.

Towards the Sustainable Decommissioning of Fixed Platforms by Aligning Ecosystem Services and Wind Generation: A Brazilian Case

Brazilian legislation, as well as others around the world, determines that oil platforms, mainly fixed, must be decommissioned at the end of the feasibility of exploring the oil field, however, it is not common to consider the loss of ecosystem services that sustain life, the biodiversity and make resources available to humans. Considering the importance of the ecosystems that developed in the substructures of platforms, this work proposes a solution to maintain ecosystem services together with the development of clean, economically viable wind energy generation. For this, a proposal is built based on climatological, geographic, and wind power generation market data that seeks to demonstrate the financial viability of the specific case of the Robalo 1 Platform, which is located about 50 kilometers from other platforms to be decommissioned, in the Sergipe-Alagoas Basin, Brazil. It was found that when minimally valuing ecosystem services such as artificial reefs and integrating wind generation for the non-decommissioning of the fixed platform substructure, from the point of view of net present value, the project proves to be viable.