Oyster Reefs and Infrastructure Investment

The video discusses the concept of green infrastructure, contrasting it with gray infrastructure. It uses oyster reefs as an example, highlighting their cost-effectiveness and additional benefits over traditional seawalls. Oyster reefs not only provide storm protection but also support marine life, clean water, and promote tourism, making them a superior investment.

What is another term used for green infrastructure?

• Man-made assets

• Natural capital

• Gray infrastructure

• Synthetic resources

What is the cost to build one mile of oyster reef?

• $500,000

• $1 million

• $2 million

• $1.5 million

Why is there a need for infrastructure investment in the Gulf region?

• To improve tourism

• To address storm exposure and sea level rise

• To enhance fishing activities

• To build more roads

How do oyster reefs compare to seawalls in terms of initial cost?

• Oyster reefs are cheaper

• Seawalls are cheaper

• They cost about the same

• Oyster reefs are more expensive

What is a long-term advantage of oyster reefs over seawalls?

• They depreciate faster

• They are easier to build

• They require less maintenance

• They can appreciate in value

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of oyster reefs?

• Providing habitat for oysters

• Cleaning water

• Increasing erosion

• Supporting aquaculture

What ecological benefit do oyster reefs provide?

• They increase pollution

• They reduce fish population

• They block sunlight

• They provide habitat for various species

How do oyster reefs contribute to tourism?

• By offering fishing opportunities

• By attracting diverse marine life

• By creating new beaches

• By providing scenic views

What happens to oyster shells over time?

• They become toxic

• They nourish the beach

• They dissolve in water

• They disappear

What is a key difference between green and gray infrastructure?

• Green infrastructure can appreciate in value

• Gray infrastructure is natural

• Green infrastructure is more expensive

• Gray infrastructure supports wildlife