Dr. Burton Suedel
Burton is a research biologist at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer
Research and Development Center (ERDC) in Vicksburg, Mississippi. He earned his
bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from the University of North Texas and his
Ph.D. in biological sciences from the University of Mississippi. Burton has received international awards and recognition for applying Engineering
With Nature ® principles in practice. He Chairs PIANC’s Environmental Commission (EnviCom).
Articles By Dr. Burton Suedel
Blue carbon – an opportunity for the waterborne transport infrastructure sector
Many ports and harbours operate in and around marine coastal habitats, such as tidal marshes, mangrove forests and seagrasses. Many of these marine coastal habitats are considered blue carbon ecosystems, which play a crucial role in capturing carbon. This article examines how waterborne transport infrastructure impacts blue carbon ecosystems, reviews current mitigation strategies and suggests integrated approaches for sustainable coexistence. We emphasise the importance of collaboration among marine transport authorities, environmental managers, scientists and engineers to protect these essential carbon sinks while supporting the sector's economic contributions.
Creating Horseshoe Bend Island, Atchafalaya River, Louisiana
As mounds of dredged material placed upriver are dispersed by the river’s current, an island with enriched wildlife has emerged.
“Engineering with Nature” Promotes Triple-Win Outcomes
When you think out of the box, science and engineering can lead to practical solutions for both the protection of nature and sustainable economic developments.