From the Abstract: “In June 1995 Shell UK announced its intention not to dispose of the Brent Spar in accordance with the declared Best Practicable Environmental Option, that of disposal in the deep sea, suggesting first that this would mean a land-bas

From Conclusions: “Working oil platforms are effective artificial reefs because: a. they have high profile, extending from the surface to the bottom; b. they do not significantly impeded water flow; and c. they are found easily by fishermen, i.e.

This papers gives a list of recommendations developed by the Texas Artificial Reef Advisory Committee. It covers all forms of artificial reefs including offshore oil and gas platforms.