Embarking on a journey to create a more environmentally friendly garden? The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has shared a fantastic guide, outlining seven steps to infuse your garden with green goodness. Let’s dive into this eco-friendly gardening adventure together! Step 1: Smart Plant Choices Begin your journey by making informed… Read more »
In a significant move towards climate change mitigation, a comprehensive initiative has been revealed to restore thousands of hectares of peatlands. The restoration project, as announced by the government, seeks to address environmental challenges and harness the unique capacity of peatlands to sequester carbon. This ambitious undertaking is a strategic… Read more »
In a groundbreaking initiative, Plymouth has unveiled the UK’s largest living sea wall near the iconic Mayflower Steps memorial. The 40ft-long section, featuring specially designed concrete panels, aims to enhance biodiversity by providing a habitat for various marine species. Scientists from the University of Plymouth, leading the project with global… Read more »
The Grey to Green scheme in Sheffield is an innovative urban regeneration project aimed at transforming formerly neglected and underused areas of the city into green and sustainable spaces. The project’s main focus is on sustainable urban drainage, or SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems), to manage rainwater and reduce flooding, while… Read more »
Scientists believe that beavers, with their ability to restore and nurture ecosystems, could significantly contribute to biodiversity and climate change mitigation. However, concerns have arisen that a government initiative to reintroduce beavers in England is facing delays and lack of action from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs… Read more »
Wildflower Seed Bombs – How They Can Transform Your Outdoor Space While seed bombs can be a fun and effective way to introduce wildflowers and support pollinators, there are certain situations and environments where using seed bombs might not be appropriate or could have unintended consequences. Here are some scenarios… Read more »
There are several ways you can attract and support pollinators and insects in your outdoor space beyond just planting flowers. Here are some ideas: By incorporating these practices, you can create a holistic and inviting environment for pollinators and beneficial insects. The combination of appropriate plants, habitat features, and a… Read more »
Project Seagrass is a marine conservation organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of seagrass ecosystems around the world. Seagrasses are vital underwater habitats that provide numerous ecological and economic benefits, including carbon sequestration, supporting marine biodiversity, providing nursery grounds for fish and other species, and stabilizing coastlines. Key Objectives:… Read more »
What are saltmarshes? Saltmarshes are unique coastal ecosystems commonly found in regions with low-lying land and temperate climates. They represent a blend of land and water, shaped by the daily movement of saltwater influenced by tides and seasons. When seawater flows over coastal mudflats and recedes, it leaves behind sediments… Read more »
Beneath the forest floor lies a complex and interconnected world that has earned the whimsical name “the wood wide web.” This underground network of fungi and plant roots serves as a communication superhighway, enabling trees and plants to share resources, information, and even warnings. In this blog post, we’ll uncover… Read more »