Re-introduction of the beaver to the UK countryside continues, with many benefits. However, there is still a long way to go before their presence is widespread.
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Bee Bricks – A Solution?
Bee bricks are being touted as a solution to the bee-housing problems caused by destruction of their natural homes. However, is the situation that straight forward?
Light Pollution and Nature
Light pollution is now recognised as having significant adverse impacts on humans and wildlife, as well as wasting energy and adding to atmospheric carbon levels.
Pollinators need Woods and Hedgerows
Carefully managed woodland and hedgerow creation could play a vital role in regenerating pollinator populations, alongside the restoration of wildflower meadows and organic farming with mass-flowering crops.
Achieving Biodiversity Net Gain
Photo: Local Government Association – Development projects will be mandated to include at least 10% improvement in biodiversity by 2023. The UK government has committed itself to reversing the loss in biodiversity across the country by 2030 and has made provision in its “flagship” Environment Act 2021 for ensuring that each future development project deliversContinueContinue reading “Achieving Biodiversity Net Gain”
Science Park Solar Power
A significant amount of our work on this project was investigating whether badgers from the local nature reserve were making use of the proposed site.
Nature Depleted Britain
When measured against internationally approved criteria, the UK has kept only half of its biodiversity since pre-modern times. Canada, which is among the best countries, can boast 89% retention.
Urban Bees Doing Better?
Recent investigations are suggesting important changes to the way we manage our agricultural land will hugely benefit our bees and the production of food at the same time.
Harvest Mouse Successes
Comparisons with historical records suggest that harvest-mouse habitat might have shrunk by about 20%. Harvest mice are “vulnerable” in Wales, but the situation is even bleaker in Scotland.
New Studios for Dragonwood
A series of surveys was required at Dragonwood Studios, south Wales, to determine the extent of reptile and amphibian populations and to advise on mitigation measures.
JP Ecological Services 