02 Mar 2016
Three articles two on new investment by water companies in solar and one on UU backing out of an upland wind site reveal the importance of Government support. 1. Thames to build biggest floating array of solar panels Thames Water has announced plans for the largest floating solar array in Europe. It will have a […]
02 Mar 2016
Three sources of new and updated information 1. Flood risk assessments: climate change allowances Find out when and how to use climate change allowances in flood risk assessments and strategic flood risk assessments. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) sets out how the planning system should help minimise vulnerability and provide resilience to the impacts […]
02 Mar 2016
There is a growing understanding of the value of moorlands for water – two important interventions, and developing science 1. Revitalising natural landscapes can reduce flood risk – Environment Agency The Environment Agency has flagged up that revitalising natural landscapes can reduce flood risk. Sir James Bevan, Chief Executive of the Agency visited the uplands in […]
02 Mar 2016
Two studies from Scotland and Devon on how beavers are working to slow the flow of rivers and help alleviate the impact of flooding. Beavers ‘Help To Prevent Flooding’, Says Scottish Study Scotland’s beaver population may help to prevent flooding, according to an academic study. The rodents, which are living wild around the River Tay, were accused […]
29 Feb 2016
Three articles The Natural Capital Committee now has this peculiar role – an ‘independent’ quango – but charged with, among other things producing a 25 year plan for the environment. Despite their last three reports and pronouncements, their effectiveness at influencing Government policies for the benefit of the environment is yet to be demonstrated – […]
29 Feb 2016
To follow weekly news of coastal projects and developments go to the Coastal Communities Alliance website and sign on for their excellent newsletter. The challenges for coastal communities are well known and long standing. There are a wide array of initiatives and funding pots but precious little co-ordination from central Government. Under this economic banner […]
29 Feb 2016
Four articles reveal more and more solutions are emerging to the marine litter – plastics challenge. Ellen Macarthur Foundation leading the way with the circular economy – three new reports this year: The New Plastics Economy: Rethinking the future of plastics A New Dynamic 2: Effective systems in a circular economy Intelligent Assets: Unlocking the […]
29 Feb 2016
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS), the UK charity which works to ensure consumers, restaurants and food industry buyers only choose fish from sustainable sources has released its most informative seafood App yet and says it hopes the simple advice will clarify what, for many, is a highly complex issue. The Good Fish Guide App (free […]
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