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Published: 10:01 AM February 22, 2021    Biodiversity and local environment will be the main themes discussed at an Uttlesford District Council meeting - Credit: Uttlesford District Council There are opportunities for biodiversity and green infrastructure which Uttlesford district councillors should consider when developing the Local Plan, a community stakeholder meeting has heard. Green improvements could include designs which encourage wildlife and nature, and facilities for non-motorise...

18 February 2021 Generational plan will unlock the long-term potential of the region, transforming the Arc into a world-class place to live and work sustainably. An intention to establish a new single voice for the area - an Arc Growth Body - to drive and support economic growth An ambitious plan to unleash the economic and cultural potential of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc, to transform it into one of the world’s premier growth corridors and a world-leader in sustainability, has been announced t...

Martin De Ruyter/Stuff A survey shows public support for the region’s two councils to take a much stronger line on climate change. Opinion: An online survey conducted by the Nelson–Tasman Climate Forum has revealed overwhelming public support for Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council to take stronger action on climate change. The survey, which was promoted in a Stuff article and via social media and the Climate Forum newsletter, was undertaken to provide climate change feedback ...

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Loading video... VIDEO: An animation showing how managing crab and lobster catches could offer long-term benefits to fishermen and the environment view more  Credit: University of Plymouth The UKs commercial fishing industry is currently experiencing a number of serious challenges. However, a study by the University of Plymouth has found that managing the density of crab and lobster pots at an optimum level increases the quality of catch, benefits the marine environment and makes the ind...

Natural Environment Investment Readiness Fund (NEIRF) promises £100,000 grants for woodland, peatland and habitat restoration projects that can then harness further private investment

Defra unveils £10m fund for nature-based climate solutions The Government has unveiled a new £10m fund to support nature-based projects that combat the climate crisis, in the same week that Oxford University launched a new venture studio designed to uncover similar solutions. The fund will support key legislative frameworks, including the 25 Year Environment Plan Delivered by the Environment Agency on behalf of Defra, the new £10m fund offers grants of up to £100,000 to projects that will c...

FARMERS are used to dealing with changes to the weather and adapt accordingly, 2021 will throw many more challenges and opportunities at the farming…

FARMERS are used to dealing with changes to the weather and adapt accordingly, 2021 will throw many more challenges and opportunities at the farming…

Defra lacks clout to lead UK on green issues, MPs warn 4 February 2021 | MPs say government progress in tackling pressing environmental issues has been disappointing A parliamentary committee has criticised Defra for not having the clout to lead the rest of the government in tackling critical environmental issues. Government first set its ambition to improve the natural environment "within a generation" in 2011, but nine years on the Public Accounts Committee says "progress is disappointing". ...