New hybrid reef project shields Hawaii's vulnerable coastlines

Written By Olivia Cropper

KITV

By KITV

Hawaii's coastal highways are getting a new layer of protection — the Kalaeloa Hybrid Reef Project merges engineered infrastructure with living coral ecosystems to strengthen shorelines and reduce wave impact.

Click here to watch the full segment aired by KITV on September 15, 2026.

Olivia Cropper
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