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Alexandra SteedS3, E13: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 4
S3, E13: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 4 Alexandra Steed Podcast: Part 4 The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her brilliant book. She has also generously agreed to give […]
Alexandra Steed · 9/17/2024
ExpertsClaire Wansbury, AtkinsRéalis & 2023 Environmental Professional of the Year Winner
CLAIRE WANSBURY INTERVIEW Fellow & Biodiversity and Natural Capital Technical Authority. Technical Director; Environment Practice, AtkinsRéalis Claire is an AtkinsRéalis Fellow and Technical Director AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading engineering and environmental consultancy. In June 2023, the Society for the Environment named her as their 2023 Environmental Professional of the Year Winner. Claire is one of the UK’s top […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/16/2024
ExpertsAlexandra Steed, Author & Landscape Architect
ALEXANDRA STEED INTERVIEW SERIES Alexandra Steed is the author of Portrait to Landscape: A Landscape Strategy to Reframe Our Future Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Alexandra Steed, a passionate landscape architect and Fellow of the Landscape Institute (FLI) and the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), has a profound commitment to art, sustainability, and the transformative power of […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/16/2024
Digital EnvironmentalismThe Rise of Digital Environmentalism: Social Media as a Tool for Change
The Rise of Digital Environmentalism: Social Media as a Tool for Change Environmental activism has evolved from grassroots movements to a global effort fuelled by social media. Digital environmentalism leverages the power of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to raise awareness, mobilise communities, and inspire change. By amplifying voices, sharing vital information, and fostering […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/6/2024
Climate ChangeS3, E12: Resilient Design and Urban Planning with Lisa Lattu
S3, E12: Resilient Design and Urban Planning with Lisa Lattu In this episode of Constructive Voices, we dive deep into the world of resilient design and urban planning with Lisa Lattu, a pioneering “plangineer” who blends the best of civil engineering and urban planning to create sustainable, disaster-resistant communities. Hosted by Jackie De Burca, the […]
Lisa Lattu · 9/3/2024
ArchitectureTransforming Existing Buildings into Sustainable Powerhouses
Transforming Existing Buildings into Sustainable Powerhouses As the world grapples with climate change and dwindling natural resources, the construction industry is increasingly focused on reducing its environmental impact. A significant part of this effort involves transforming existing buildings into sustainable powerhouses. This process conserves resources and revitalises older structures, enhancing their functionality and value. Transforming […]
Edrian Blasquino · 8/28/2024
Climate ChangeS3, 11: Newsflash: Wetlands Restoration & Recording Breaking Temperatures
Newsflash: Wetlands Restoration & Recording Breaking Temperatures: Under 5 Minutes Listen Mossy Earth and their local partners have restored a 40 hectare meadow wetland! In cooperation with their local partners BROZ Nature Conservation Association, who were also partners on the Flooded Forest project, they have flooded another wetland along the Danube! This time the project […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/15/2024
Claire WansburyS3, 10: Newsflash: Losing Noah's Ark But Winning Awards
S3, E10 Losing Noah’s Ark But Winning Awards Under 5 Minute Listen, Click Below In this newsflash, 5-minute episode, you will learn about why scientists are warning that the Pantanal, often described as a “paradise on Earth,” could be irreversibly damaged by the Hidrovia project. The delicate balance that sustains this unique ecosystem is already […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/13/2024
Wildlife Conservation SocietyPioneering Public-Private Collaboration Celebrates 25 Years of Biodiversity Conservation in the Republic of Congo
Pioneering Public-Private Collaboration Celebrates 25 Years of Biodiversity Conservation in the Republic of Congo ***WCS Media Release*** Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, August 5, 2024 – An innovative public-private collaboration, the Peripheral Ecosystem Management Project (PROGEPP), is celebrating 25 years of protecting gorillas, elephants and other wildlife and for empowering local communities. Established in 1999, PROGEPP […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/6/2024
Alexandra SteedS3, E9: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 3
S3, E9: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 3 Alexandra Steed Podcast: Part 3 The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her brilliant book. She has also generously agreed to give […]
Alexandra Steed · 8/5/2024
AnimalsBeavers Nature’s Engineers and Their Symbolic Relationship with Humans
Beavers: Nature’s Engineers and Their Symbolic Relationship with Humans From ancient myths to modern environmental movements, beavers have been more than just industrious rodents to humans. They are symbols of perseverance, ingenuity, and harmony with nature. This article explores the rich symbolism of beavers, their evolving relationship with humans throughout history, how they help us […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/31/2024
Built EnvironmentS3, E8: A Visual Biodiversity Net Gain Tool With Panu Pasanen of One Click LCA
S3, E8: A Visual Biodiversity Net Gain Tool With Panu Pasanen of One Click LCA In this short 17 minute episode, you will discover how a new visual biodiversity net gain tool can help you do your BNG calculations and planning efficiently. Tune into Panu Pasanen as he talks to Jackie De Burca, about this […]
Panu Pasanen · 7/23/2024
Alexandra SteedS3, E7: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 2
S3, E7: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 2 Alexandra Steed Podcast: Part 2 The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her brilliant book. She has also generously agreed to give […]
Alexandra Steed · 7/15/2024
Alexandra SteedS3, E6: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 1
S3, E6: Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 1 Alexandra Steed Podcast The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her brilliant book. She has also generously agreed to give away 10 […]
Alexandra Steed · 7/1/2024
Built EnvironmentS3, E5 Dr Ciaran Byrne, Director, S.E.A.I. on Ireland's Retrofitting Success Stories, Challenges & Opportunities
S3, E5: Dr Ciaran Byrne, Director, SEAI on Ireland’s Retrofitting Success Stories, Challenges and Opportunities In this enlightening episode of the Constructive Voices Podcast, Jackie De Burca talks to Dr. Ciaran Byrne, the Director of National Retrofit in Ireland. He offers invaluable insights into the country’s experience to date and the future of retrofitting in […]
Dr Ciaran Byrne · 6/11/2024
ArchitectureHarnessing Architectural Design for Biodiversity Conservation
Do you know that over 1 million species are at risk of extinction? This huge number shows how very important it is to save our planet’s life forms. Picture yourself walking in a city full of tall buildings and busy roads. Suddenly, you see a rooftop garden full of bright flowers and insects. This green […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/3/2024
ArchitectureThe Future of Biodiverse Cities: Trends in Ecological Architecture
The Future of Biodiverse Cities: Trends in Ecological Architecture Urban areas cover only 3% of the Earth’s surface. But, they use 60-80% of global energy and produce 75% of carbon emissions. This shows a big need to change how we make our cities. We should aim for places that are green and better for the […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/3/2024
ArchitectureUrban Biodiversity and Architecture: Designing for Coexistence
Do you know that more than 60% of our planet’s people live in cities today? It’s a number that could go up to 68% by 2050. This shows how important it is to change how we live with other creatures in our urban areas. The growing issue of cities impacting our environment, encroaching on the […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/2/2024
ArchitectureThe Biodiversity Benefits of Sustainable Building Materials
Vulture populations in India have fallen by 95% since the 1990s due to a single drug in livestock. This big drop shows we need to save the planet’s variety of life. It highlights why saving species is key and often forgotten in building work. The link between green building materials and helping nature recover is […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/1/2024
ArchitectureArchitectural Strategies for Enhancing Urban Biodiversity
Did you know urban areas now cover about 3% of the Earth’s surface? They also hold over 50% of the global population. But this growth is a big challenge for the nature living in our cities. That’s where architectural strategies for enhancing urban biodiversity come in. They provide key solutions for better biodiversity connectivity. With […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/1/2024
ArchitectureSustainable Cities: Integrating Biodiversity into Urban Design
By 2050, over 70% of the world’s people will live in cities. Already, more than half do. This shift to cities offers a big chance to blend nature into our urban landscapes. This piece looks at fresh ways and real-life examples for cities full of life and ready for the future. Our planet is getting […]
Jackie De Burca · 6/1/2024