Almost 700 of the endangered rodents, immortalised in Wind in the Willows, will be released in Northumberland - and it's all thanks really to the otter. The biggest reintroduction of water voles in the UK began this week, with 325 voles released into Kielder Forest in Northumberland, and 350 more to follow later in the summer.
Translating Green Infrastructure research into decision making and practice By Dr Ingo Schüder, Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has been promoting research on Green Infrastructure over recent years.
APEM Limited is Europe's largest specialist aquatic science consultancy. APEM offer their clients an integrated approach to every aspect of the investigation, scientific study and management of both freshwater and marine habitats and operate UK wide and internationally. Our consultant scientists are recognised experts in their fields.
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This guidance provides helpful information on flood damage, how to plan for a flood, and lots of other useful tips to keep safe and minimise the effects of flood damage to your home.
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Anglian Water announces £500k investment for new Norfolk wetland water treatment facility.
A brand new wetland is to be created in Norfolk, funded by Anglian Water and created in partnership with Norfolk Rivers Trust and the Environment Agency.
The new one-hectare site will act as an innovative, natural treatment plant for over a million litres of water a day. Used but treated water will pass through the wetland to be further filtered and cleaned before it's returned to the environment in the River Ingol.
Pressures on water resources in Wales and how companies are addressing these
A strategic approach to delivering more ambitious water efficiency is needed to help ensure enough water for people, the economy and the environment, now and in the future.
CaBA 'We know that building partnerships can be a real struggle, that's why we've created an interactive guide to point you in the right direction of where to start. From partnership building to catchment planning, this app will guide you through the catchment management process step by step.' Take a look here.
Practical River Restoration Appraisal Guidance PRAGMO
PRAGMO was designed to be a living document and we are planning to update and refine our monitoring guidance. We would like your help in identifying and prioritising this work.
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Cain Bio-Engineering are seeking an Assistant Consultant for the assessment, design and delivery of freshwater and tidal-related habitat restoration works including; river restoration, erosion control, infrastructure and dam repairs and Wetland habitat enhancement. This is a full-time, permanent post. The company operates nationally, so the post will require occasional overnight stays away to service consultancy survey and design assignments.