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Despite its innovative design, the Long Island Project is not without its environmental implications. The project requires over one billion cubic meters of sand, necessitating Singapore to continue its status as the world's largest sand importer. Environmental assessments identified 25 coral reefs in the project's path, prompting the nation to initiate the largest coral relocation effort ever attempted. Additionally, the project integrates artificial reefs and marine habitats into the island structures, which can bolster marine ecosystems and protect against erosion.