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If I posted against a road-building project in Shrewsbury this morning, it is extremely important to signal other developments – namely – green bridges. In an extremely interesting article, we learn that National Highways’ top environment official has called for a 'green bridges' national plan to address severance issues and provide mitigation on new road schemes. Steve Elderkin, the company’s director of environmental sustainability, has said that he would like to see 80 such bridges on the SRN, a number that he said comes ‘from what the Dutch did since 2005’. So far, the government-owned company has constructed two green bridges and is planning or building another four. These bridges, which were pioneered in the Netherlands, aim to create a safe crossing point for people and wildlife, join up habitats, connect colonies, and benefit pollinators as well as integrate roads and railways into the surrounding landscape. He pointed out a key strength of the Dutch approach: they looked at the national scale where nature connectivity will make the most difference for the health and resilience of the natural environment. Mr Elderkin also said that he would like to see National Highways buying ‘as little land as possible’ to meet environmental targets. Asked whether the company would benefit from compulsory purchase powers being extended to schemes delivering environmental mitigations, he said: ‘I think we should be trying to deliver environmental outcomes in partnership with people who are better placed to be land managers and that needs to be part of the management case early on in the project. +++ This latter point is extremely important because it brings local land managers into the combined effort of facilitating passage for animals. Anyone who drives on country roads in the UK should be appalled at the number of animals killed by motor vehicles every week. Green bridges could reduce this number whilst increasing connectivity and corridors, a key aim of wilding. A great article and great news. #greenbridges #wilding #animalcorridors https://lnkd.in/eryAeibG

This shallow slide presents a danger to the public, and putting in that beautiful wall was a potential threat to the trees. The guardrail will be installed at the proper height so commuters are safe, and yes, we built the wall with the preservation of nature at the top of our minds. We are dedicated to the people and landscape of Appalachia! #GeotechnicalConstruction #EnvironmentProtection #SustainableBuilding #EcoFriendlyConstruction #GeotechSolutions #GreenInfrastructure #EarthFriendlyConstruction #GeotechnicalEngineering #EnvironmentalStewardship #ConstructionInnovation #SoilStabilization #GreenBuildingMaterials #GeotechDesign #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment #EnvironmentalConservation #GroundImprovement #EcoConstruction #GeohazardMitigation #GreenDesign #SoilRemediation #EnvironmentalEngineering #ConstructionSustainability #GeotechSolutions #ProtectOurPlanet

Here’s a major environmental threat - Culverts. Culverts are a common construction method that allows water to pass from one side of a road/bridge to another. Unfortunately, though convenient for us, they interfere with natural water flow and harm wildlife. By limiting the movements of migratory fish, we disrupt their access to food and spawning areas. When fish are blocked from making these journeys, entire freshwater ecosystems suffer.  But luckily, InQuik's innovative self-supporting system eliminates the need for culverts, minimizing environmental impact by keeping construction above the bridge, instead of working in the waterways! 🐟 Explore our eco-friendly infrastructure approach here - https://inquikbridge.com/ #innovation #bridges #construction  

Pioneering peatland project completed

🌿 Our clients seek efficient, sustainable solutions to manage sediment buildup, improve water quality, and restore natural aquatic habitats as part of their environmental maintenance needs. 💧 Introducing the Dino Six Dredger – our specialized tool designed to deliver exceptional service in these critical areas. 🛠 With its compact and highly maneuverable design, the Dino Six is capable of accessing hard-to-reach areas while causing minimal disruption to the surrounding environment. 🌊 Whether it’s cleaning industrial lagoons or restoring the health of natural waterways, our team, armed with the Dino Six, is ready to help our clients overcome their most pressing water management and environmental challenges. #SustainableSolutions #WaterManagement #EnvironmentalRestoration

Could Tampa create a new beach front district? Through coastal engineering, environmental planning, strategic construction and +++ efforts yes, it's possible! Imagine a pedestrian oriented mixed use oasis along the north side of the 275 jetty, Cypress Point Cove... Tampa's own CPC a vibrant shoreline attraction that contains the world's deepest beaches! Current Coastal Dynamics* (1) Rocky Point and 275 acting as a Jetty, (2) which open water coastal and tidal currents flow playing a critical role in sediment movement. (3) This leads to the accretion of sand to the up-drift side of the jetty attributing to the sand build up. (4) whereas through fish creek and underpass of CCC act somewhat as an outflow/inflow channel adding to the coastal systems dynamics. #tampa #Florida #Cypresspointcove #CPC #vacation #tourism #office #landcreation #office #restaurants #possibilities #recreational #publicspace #ecological #environmental #preservation #Floridawayoflife #zoning #portoftampa #pedestrianoriented #mixedusedevelopment #modern #transportation #realestate #capraise #commerical #residential #liveworkplay *30 minutes of thinking, put me to work

The World Resources Institute (WRI) has just released the "Restoration Launchpad: A Step-by-Step Guide for Restoration Planners and Practitioners." This comprehensive guide is designed to help planners and practitioners navigate the complex process of ecosystem restoration, providing practical tools and insights to make restoration efforts more effective and sustainable. Whether you're working on reforesting landscapes, restoring wetlands, or rehabilitating degraded land, the Restoration Launchpad offers invaluable resources to support your work. Dive into actionable steps, case studies, and expert advice to transform degraded lands into thriving ecosystems. 🔗 Check out the guide here: https://lnkd.in/gRnKUeWN Let's make a positive impact on our planet together! 🌱✨ #EcosystemRestoration #SustainableFuture #United4Land #EnvironmentalProtection #LandRestoration #NatureRecovery

"🌊 Cubipods: The Vanguard of Coastal Defenses 🌊 "Revolutionizing Coastal Resilience with Innovative Tetrahedral Blocks" 🏗️ Understand Cubipods: Cubipods, with their unique tetrahedral shape and hollow center, are transforming coastal defense structures like breakwaters and seawalls. This innovation aims to combat erosion and storm damage in an eco-friendly manner. 🌐 Benefits of Cubipods: The design not only enhances stability but also reduces construction material, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative. Enhanced interlocking capability makes them more resistant to wave action, ensuring longevity. 🌱 Ecological Efficiency: The hollow design creates marine life habitats within Cubipods, promoting biodiversity and minimizing the ecological footprint of coastal defenses. Versatility makes them suitable for various applications, from small marinas to large-scale coastal protection. 🛠️ Engineering Resilience: Cubipods contribute to enhanced durability, reducing maintenance costs and extending the lifespan of coastal defenses. Customized design solutions are essential to meet the unique requirements of each coastal project. 🌊 Challenges and Considerations: Specialized equipment is necessary due to the size and weight of Cubipods. Comprehensive studies are vital to understanding long-term environmental impacts, ensuring installations don't harm coastal ecosystems. 🔄 Continuous Innovation: While Cubipods showcase a powerful example of sustainable engineering, ongoing innovation and adaptation to project requirements are critical for effective coastal resilience.

This is an important guideline for landscape restoration

BOG OFF! Give me a win-win every time! As I continue my education in UK #wetlands, here are some eye opening stats! 2500 hectares of healthy peatlands can fix 5000 tonnes of carbon a year. But if the same area is damaged or drained it will emit 3 times the amount of carbon back into the atmosphere. More global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come damaged peatland than from aviation! 5% total global GHG from damaged peatlands compared to 2.4% from aviation. In the UK: 22% of our peatlands are in near natural condition. 41% is semi natural but affected by draining, burning, grazing and peat cutting. 16% has been converted to forestry 15% is now in agricultural use. Projects to preserve and restore peatlands are therfore crucial not only because it prevents GHG emissions but actually tips the needle the other way into increasing carbon capture. Projects like the #LostPeatlandsProject in South Wales are a great example of this vital work. #wetlandconservation https://lnkd.in/erGMfqh3