Without an understanding of the biological processes under threat, it would have been impossible to design solutions. For instance, knowledge of the need for dune structures and the importance of native flora as stabilising agents, or salinity impacts on eggs, seasonality of nesting, etc. were crucial in designing the stepwise approach.
Over two decades of experience working with the species, and also a decade of experience working with industry partners and understanding their limitaitons, drivers, operational constraints and in-house environmental policies were important in being able to develop the solution.
Industry already had a tentative plan. The plan did not take into account the biology of the impacted species. By tweaking the plan to ensure there were minimal cost diffferences, and practical, implementable ground operations, the solution met budget considerations while providing a solution tat was acceptable to the regulator and to the sea turtles.