Fremantle (Australia): a promenade and sanctuaries for birds

Port infrastructures and activities can cause irreversible damage to the seabed and contribute to the disappearance of fauna and flora living there. By taking into account this environmental footprint and considering ecological engineering and eco-design measures for port infrastructures, this biodiversity can be restored and preserved. By integrating eco-design measures and educational signage, port authorities can create zones that foster biodiversity preservation and community engagement, enhancing the overall sustainability of port environments. The Port of Fremantle has transformed the Rous Head Industrial Park into a vibrant ocean walk, featuring recycled container shelters with renewable energy lighting and interpretive stories etched onto their surfaces. This space not only provides public enjoyment of the coastal area but also educates visitors about local wildlife conservation, notably preserving tern habitats and showcasing historical landmarks, such as the North Mole lighthouse.

This good practice also includes objective 10.3 (Preventing the destruction of sensitive natural habitats when developing onshore or offshore port spaces and by regulating ship-generated waves) of the AIVP’s 2030 Agenda.