Environmental Proposal: Implementing Manmade Mangroves Along Cape May’s Coastline

Authors

  • Andrew Bové

Abstract

This environmental proposal by Andrew Bové suggests implementing manmade mangroves along the Cape May coastline in New Jersey to address beach erosion and protect the area from rising sea levels. The current methods of dredging and jetty construction have proven costly and environmentally harmful. The proposed solution involves building "sectional mangrove" barriers using bamboo and recycled plastic to mimic natural mangrove roots. These barriers would be placed strategically along the coastline, providing stability to the beaches, supporting marine life, and mitigating the impact of storms and hurricanes. The proposal outlines the potential benefits of the manmade mangrove forests, including restoring beach areas, aiding the fishing industry, and protecting the coastal economy from natural disasters. Overall, the proposal presents an innovative and eco-friendly approach to address the erosion problem and enhance the ecological health of Cape May's shoreline.

Author Biography

Andrew Bové

Andrew Bové is biology major, and a senior undergraduate student at Rutgers Camden. In addition to his coursework, he is also conducting research with assistant professor Xingyun Qi PhD in the areas of plant stomatal development and cell biology. Upon graduating with a BS in biology in May 2022, Andrew plans to attend either medical school or the Rutgers University-Camden graduate biology program. In addition to his academic interests, Andrew is also a combat veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He hopes to serve the veteran community as a physician, in order to treat their medical needs and also advocate for them as a fellow veteran. Andrew was born and raised in Cape May, NJ. Most importantly, he is the father of an amazing 7-year-old son, Avery. Avery is beginning 2nd grade in September 2021, and hopes to become a paleontologist. Avery and Andrew currently live in Cape May, NJ with their two dogs: Arya (a 4-year-old Boston Terrier) and Zoë (a 1-year-old French Bulldog).

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Published

2023-07-18

How to Cite

Bové, A. (2023). Environmental Proposal: Implementing Manmade Mangroves Along Cape May’s Coastline. The Rutgers-Camden Undergraduate Review, 1(2), 4. Retrieved from https://rcur.libraries.rutgers.edu/index.php/rcur/article/view/2127

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2020): The Undergraduate Review - Fall 2020

Section

Articles