In 2019, Australia installed the Coral Greenhouse, a 12-meter-long, 58-ton concrete structure, as part of the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) on the Great Barrier Reef. The underwater sculpture, designed by artist Jason deCaires Taylor, serves as both an artificial reef and a living artwork, attracting coral growth and marine life.
The structure is located near Townsville, Queensland, and is accessible to divers and snorkelers. It was designed to blend art with conservation, providing a habitat for coral and fish while raising awareness about reef preservation.
The Coral Greenhouse is one of several installations by MOUA, which aims to promote reef restoration and tourism. The project has been praised for its innovative approach to marine conservation, though some scientists caution that artificial structures cannot replace the natural reef.
