Why is the Billion Oyster Project so important?
MEET THE REEFS Billion Oyster Project is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor in collaboration with New York City communities. Oyster reefs provide habitat for hundreds of species, and can protect our city from storm damage — softening the blow of large waves, reducing flooding, and preventing erosion along the shorelines.
What is the value of shellfish in the United States?
This included 16.1 MMT of mollusks composed of 104 species valued at U.S.$ 19 billion, and 6.9 MMT of crustacean valued at U.S.$ 36.2 billion (FAO 2016 ).
How big are oyster shells from Cape Cod?
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Where do oyster shells go after they are thrown away?
Restaurants play a crucial role by donating spent shells to BOP’s aquaculture program. NYC restaurants currently throw away about 500,000 shells per week, most of which end up in distant landfills. BOP collects this valuable resource to create growing medium for oysters and building blocks of new reefs.
MEET THE REEFS Billion Oyster Project is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor in collaboration with New York City communities. Oyster reefs provide habitat for hundreds of species, and can protect our city from storm damage — softening the blow of large waves, reducing flooding, and preventing erosion along the shorelines.
This included 16.1 MMT of mollusks composed of 104 species valued at U.S.$ 19 billion, and 6.9 MMT of crustacean valued at U.S.$ 36.2 billion (FAO 2016 ).
Bulk 50 Rustic FLAT SIDE Oyster Shells. 2 1/4″ to 3 1/2″ Flat Side Cape Cod Bay Oyster Shells. Craft Supplies Extra Large 4 1/4 up to 4 1/2 Cup Oyster Shells . 6 CUP Side from Cape Cod Bay Oyster Shells for Decoupage .
Restaurants play a crucial role by donating spent shells to BOP’s aquaculture program. NYC restaurants currently throw away about 500,000 shells per week, most of which end up in distant landfills. BOP collects this valuable resource to create growing medium for oysters and building blocks of new reefs.
