NATURE-BASED CLIMATE RESILIENCE AND ADAPTATION SOLUTIONS
Drawing a Line in The Sand Today,
To Protect Our Tomorrow
D*U*N*E Defender - Empowering Nature
The D*U*N*E Defender (D*rainage U*nder N*atural E*nvironment) is a patented coastal protection system that utilizes natural protection systems such as dunes with embedded drainage to reduce damage from flooding events. It is a Design With Nature System and the only one of its kind.
D*U*N*E Defender is a coastal protection system that offers a unique design to enhance public access to the coast. It features a boardwalk that also serves as additional flood protection with its glass and concrete railings. This innovative system is available in various configurations to protect communities and infrastructure.
D*U*N*E Defender Value Proposition - Flood Event Drainage
Flood Drainage Options
Flood waters can be self contained within the main D*U*N*E Defender and also can be directed to a floodable plaza or other designated holding areas (i.e. floodable underground parking or cistern).
Self-Containment
One-mile of D*U*N*E Defender can hold +/- 2.5 million gallons of flood waters.
Storm Water Management
D*U*N*E Defender's innovative management of storm water during extreme weather conditions minimizes the chances of flooding and safeguards coastal regions and infrastructure.
Floodable Plaza
A floodable plaza can be a multi-purpose area used for sports, music, picnics, etc. when dry and used to hold flood waters during storm events.
D*U*N*E Defender Value Proposition -
Functional and Aesthetic Benefits
Would you rather see this on your shoreline?
OR...
D*U*N*E Defender offers a visually appealing system unlike traditional methods like seawalls, sheet piling, rock revetments.
D*U*N*E Defender provides enhanced public access to the waterfront contributing to the communty's recreational and practical needs while providing protection from flooding
D*U*N*E Defender Value Proposition - Ecosystem Benefits
Coastal dune systems play a crucial role in maintaining the health and stability of coastal ecosystems. These natural formations act as a buffer, protecting inland areas from storm surges, erosion, and rising sea levels. Dunes also support a diverse range of plant and animal species, many of which are specially adapted to thrive in this unique environment. Their vegetation stabilizes the sand, reducing erosion and promoting the growth of other native plants. Furthermore, coastal dunes contribute to the overall resilience of coastal ecosystems by acting as a natural barrier that absorbs and dissipates wave energy, thereby safeguarding coastal habitats and communities.
