Research – Coral Reefs Soften Ocean’s Fury for Millions of Coastal Dwellers

https://reefinnovations.com/reef-ball-foundation/research-papers/research-coral-reefs-soften-oceans-fury-for-millions-of-coastal-dwellers

This article is great in presenting the need for coral restoration, and the fact that it costs less than building a breakwater.

It also, indicates Reef Balls are beneficial for anchoring restored corals.

http://blog.nature.org/science/2014/05/13/coral-reefs-reduce-coastal-hazards/