Coral Reefs are endangered by many threats, primarily anthropogenic actions. As such, they are dying at a rapid pace. Whether it is unsustainable fishing, ocean and land pollution, or changing climate and ocean chemistry, the scenario of dead or near dead coastal regions is scary. Unfortunately, it is also becoming the new norm. Over the years, environmental groups have been trying to protect natural regions. In some areas, restoration is necessary after various impacts destroy the natural habitat of both animals and
humans.
Restoration in the marine environment is not as common as terrestrial. For example, planting trees to reforest a region where vegetation had been removed is a fairly straightforward and common practice, but in diverse environments, such as marine ecosystems, different laws apply. Based on the knowledge of restoration on land, various pioneers have tried to restore coral reefs with the best intentions. However, the results have been mixed and several techniques have evolved. This report will make a case for the importance of coral reefs, as well as analyze the stressors, remedies, and pros and cons of different coral reef restoration techniques currently available.
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