The preservation of biodiversity is a critical part of ensuring a healthy future for our environment. But what is Biodiversity Net Gain? In an effort to further understand this important concept, let us explore the science behind it and how it works. Biodiversity Net Gain is a system designed to increase the amount of biodiversity existing within a given area. It focuses on the rehabilitation of species and habitats to […]

S2, E10: Biodiversity Net Gain With Sustainability Lawyer, Ben Stansfield Understand more about Biodiversity Net Gain With Sustainability Lawyer, Ben Stansfield of Gowling WLG. Ben specialises in environmental and planning law. BNG – biodiversity net gain is a really positive step. I suspect 10% improvement through development stops the rot, preventing further degradation. But actually, it’s only when we get to 20 to 30% biodiversity net gain that we can […]

S2, E9: Clean Energy Cities With Dr. Stephen Lorimer, Centre for Net Zero "Clean energy cities is a framework of recommendations that we gave to five different typologies of cities globally across the world." Dr. Stephen Lorimer, Centre for Net ZeroIf you want to be ahead of the curve in understanding how our cities need to change and are being transformed, then be sure to listen to Dr. Stephen Lorimer […]

S2, E8: Sustainable Housing In Europe Challenges and Opportunities with the Global Policy Research Group The Global Policy Research Group is the the policy hub for next-generation policymakers that brings senior researchers, young professionals, and students together. One of their most recent reports investigates case studies and other aspects of Sustainable Housing in Europe.Jackie De Burca speaks to GPRG's Research Leader of the Environmental Solutions, Katharina Fey, and Research Fellow, […]

S2, E7: Jane Findlay: When We Damage Nature We Damage Our Own Health Jane Findlay is the Immediate Past President of the Landscape Institute of the UK, and the director of Fira Landscape Limited. She has a wealth of experience in not only landscape architecture but also how it works in healthcare settings and therefore, how it can affect our health. Be sure not to miss this thought-provoking interview with […]