Paul Roebuck, one of our London based ecologists, takes you through some basics on green infrastructure in the UK and highlights some really interesting projects we have worked on and exciting future developments.
The slides cover legislation, mitigation, habitat creation, ecology impact assessments and green roofs and walls.
Presentation on Green infrastructure for Urban AreasVijeta Nigam
Rapid urbanization and scarcity of land are the characters of present India’s urban face. Migration of population continuously adds pressure on the natural growth of the towns and cities. The value of “Green Infrastructure” is needed to be upgraded with the growing communities and their built environment. The concept of green infrastructure shifts opens space protection from a community amenity to a community necessity. It comprises of many built elements of varying scales at different levels like individual building, street or an entire neighbourhood. The network of open space, woodlands, wildlife habitat, parks and other natural areas altogether sustains clean air, water and natural resources also enhances our quality of life needs to be taken under consideration.
The present study encompasses the need, importance,
principles, concept and examples and recommendations of green growth including international case studies.
Strategies for Promoting Urban SustainabilityJIT KUMAR GUPTA
Presentation looks at the options of making urban areas more liveable, productive and sustainable. It includes the reduction of energy consumption through green buildings and green transport
Green Infrastructure Basic Principles & Tools nado-web
Brownfields are vacant, underutilized, or contaminated properties that threaten human and environmental health, depress local economies, and reduce local tax revenues. Integrating green storm water infrastructure (GSI) into brownfields redevelopment has emerged as a national best practice, pushing the boundaries of sustainability ever outward and dramatically increasing the economic, environmental, and social benefits that brownfields revitalization can generate. This session will review salient principles of green infrastructure and showcase a GSI Templates tool, a GSI Decision Tree tool, and a basic project pro-forma worksheet that work in both small and large cities to help plan GSI at brownfield sites.
Eugene Goldfarb, Technical Assistance Provider, Center for Hazardous Substance Research, Manhattan, KS
Elizabeth Limbrick, Project Manager, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ
Margaret Renas, Lead, Community and Brownfield Redevelopment, Delta Institute, Chicago, IL
Matt Ward, CEO, Sustainable Strategies DC, Washington, DC
Presentation on Green infrastructure for Urban AreasVijeta Nigam
Rapid urbanization and scarcity of land are the characters of present India’s urban face. Migration of population continuously adds pressure on the natural growth of the towns and cities. The value of “Green Infrastructure” is needed to be upgraded with the growing communities and their built environment. The concept of green infrastructure shifts opens space protection from a community amenity to a community necessity. It comprises of many built elements of varying scales at different levels like individual building, street or an entire neighbourhood. The network of open space, woodlands, wildlife habitat, parks and other natural areas altogether sustains clean air, water and natural resources also enhances our quality of life needs to be taken under consideration.
The present study encompasses the need, importance,
principles, concept and examples and recommendations of green growth including international case studies.
Strategies for Promoting Urban SustainabilityJIT KUMAR GUPTA
Presentation looks at the options of making urban areas more liveable, productive and sustainable. It includes the reduction of energy consumption through green buildings and green transport
Green Infrastructure Basic Principles & Tools nado-web
Brownfields are vacant, underutilized, or contaminated properties that threaten human and environmental health, depress local economies, and reduce local tax revenues. Integrating green storm water infrastructure (GSI) into brownfields redevelopment has emerged as a national best practice, pushing the boundaries of sustainability ever outward and dramatically increasing the economic, environmental, and social benefits that brownfields revitalization can generate. This session will review salient principles of green infrastructure and showcase a GSI Templates tool, a GSI Decision Tree tool, and a basic project pro-forma worksheet that work in both small and large cities to help plan GSI at brownfield sites.
Eugene Goldfarb, Technical Assistance Provider, Center for Hazardous Substance Research, Manhattan, KS
Elizabeth Limbrick, Project Manager, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ
Margaret Renas, Lead, Community and Brownfield Redevelopment, Delta Institute, Chicago, IL
Matt Ward, CEO, Sustainable Strategies DC, Washington, DC
A master plan or a development plan or a town plan may be
defined as a
general plan for the future layout of a city showing both the existing and
proposed streets or roads, open spaces, public buildings etc. A master
plan is prepared either for improvement of an old city or for a new
town to be developed on a virgin soil. A master plan is a blueprint for the
future. It is an comprehensive document, long-range in its view, that
is intended to guide development in the
township for the next 10 to 20 years.
Urban heritage conservation , India under the subject of urban planning and techniques in town and country planning with international and national level contribution , its need and case of heritage walk of Ahmadabad city.
-Definitions related to Urban Conservation
-Important of Heritage conservation
-Conservation Elements
-Conservation at International Level
-Conservation at National Level
-Constitution Obligation
-Acts for Conservation
-Need of Urban Heritage Conservation
-Heritage walk of Ahmedabad City
Globally cities are on the move. They are always evolving, devolving, never static and never finite. Accordingly, cities are being viewed, reviewed , redefined and renamed periodically, based on the changing needs of communities; objectives defined and pattern of planning; shape and size of the city; preserving, protecting and promoting resources, environment and ecology; making cities people, gender and technology centric etc. Cities in the past have accordingly been named as; planned cities, garden cities, linear cities, industrial cities, regenerative cities , eco-friendly cities, sustainable cities, inclusive cities, child/women/elders friendly cities, resilient cities, smart cities etc. Considering the fact that cities are fast emerging as major consumers of energy and resources; generators of waste and responsible for generating large carbon footprints, future typologies of cities now include; carbon neutral cities; energy efficient cities; zero water ; zero waste cities etc. In addition, majority of cities are also fast becoming hotbeds of disasters, both manmade and natural, accordingly safe cities is emerging another typology for urban settlements to make them disaster free. Looking at the context of cities getting flooded periodically due to heavy rains, breach of water channels, rivers, dams etc., leading to enormous loss to humans, social fabric, resources, environment, ecology, economy etc., Sponge city is the terminology now being deployed for cities, to make them safe against floods.
In the parlance of planning, Sponge city is defined, ‘As an urban area; which has been planned, designed and constructed to effectively and efficiently manage and cope with the challenges posed by excessive water/storm water caused by heavy rainfall, high tides , swollen rivers or other manmade/ natural activities, using a variety of techniques. Sponge city, has also been defined as, ‘the city that is designed to retain, clean, and reuse stormwater. Basically, sponge city in its approach, intent, content, planning, designing , construction and management, has focus on water and its effective and efficient management, without adversely impacting the operation and function of the city, which is subjected to challenge posed by excessive water. Sponge city model promotes, retaining the excess water within the city aquifer by creating options to eliminate concrete pavements that separate water from the natural ecosystem; utilize natural wetlands to absorb water into the soil; make city water-resilient and transform cities/communities/ neighbourhoods by helping in redefining urban landscape by working across different disciplines — hydrology, landscape, architecture, planning and engineering, to save human lives and property from the threat posed and damage caused by excess water.
Sponge city model, as an option and strategy, has been gaining currency and finding favour, both at local and global level with planners,
An urban area is characterized by higher population density and vast human features in comparison to areas surrounding it. Urban areas may be cities, towns or conurbations, but the term is not commonly extended to rural settlements such as villages. Any portion of earth’s surface where physical conditions are homogeneous can be considered as a Region in geographic sense, ranging from a single feature region to compage, depending on the
criteria used for delineation. In practice, a prefix is added to highlight the attributes on which the region has been defined, for example, agriculture region, resource region, city region, planning region.
All the daily activities of human beings are carried out on land. Proper organization of these activities i.e. planning will help the human being in leading a richer and fuller life in livable surroundings or environment. "Planning" means the scientific, aesthetic, and orderly disposition of land, resources, facilities and services with a view to securing the physical, economic and social efficiency, health and well-being of urban and rural communities.
Ecosystem Services in Urban Areas
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For more information, Please see websites below:
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
`
Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
`
Increase Food Production with Companion Planting in your School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
`
Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
`
City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
`
Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
London's Green Spaces. Pocket Parks: The Design Challenge.marcusshields
Open space within the city of London is limited. Consequently, the existing policy framework aims to provide access to high quality open space dispersed throughout the city with important initiatives such as the Greater London Authorities 100 Pocket Parks programme. This presentation reviews the type and scale of London’s green spaces, then moves on to discuss how we can make the most of our small-scale local community green spaces, or pocket parks.
Eia of township and area development projectsSandeep Kumar
Source : Environmental Impact Assessment Guidance Manual for BUILDING, CONSTRUCTION, TOWNSHIPS and AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Prepared by Administrative Staff College of India for Ministry of Environment & Forests, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA, NEW DELHI
A master plan or a development plan or a town plan may be
defined as a
general plan for the future layout of a city showing both the existing and
proposed streets or roads, open spaces, public buildings etc. A master
plan is prepared either for improvement of an old city or for a new
town to be developed on a virgin soil. A master plan is a blueprint for the
future. It is an comprehensive document, long-range in its view, that
is intended to guide development in the
township for the next 10 to 20 years.
Urban heritage conservation , India under the subject of urban planning and techniques in town and country planning with international and national level contribution , its need and case of heritage walk of Ahmadabad city.
-Definitions related to Urban Conservation
-Important of Heritage conservation
-Conservation Elements
-Conservation at International Level
-Conservation at National Level
-Constitution Obligation
-Acts for Conservation
-Need of Urban Heritage Conservation
-Heritage walk of Ahmedabad City
Globally cities are on the move. They are always evolving, devolving, never static and never finite. Accordingly, cities are being viewed, reviewed , redefined and renamed periodically, based on the changing needs of communities; objectives defined and pattern of planning; shape and size of the city; preserving, protecting and promoting resources, environment and ecology; making cities people, gender and technology centric etc. Cities in the past have accordingly been named as; planned cities, garden cities, linear cities, industrial cities, regenerative cities , eco-friendly cities, sustainable cities, inclusive cities, child/women/elders friendly cities, resilient cities, smart cities etc. Considering the fact that cities are fast emerging as major consumers of energy and resources; generators of waste and responsible for generating large carbon footprints, future typologies of cities now include; carbon neutral cities; energy efficient cities; zero water ; zero waste cities etc. In addition, majority of cities are also fast becoming hotbeds of disasters, both manmade and natural, accordingly safe cities is emerging another typology for urban settlements to make them disaster free. Looking at the context of cities getting flooded periodically due to heavy rains, breach of water channels, rivers, dams etc., leading to enormous loss to humans, social fabric, resources, environment, ecology, economy etc., Sponge city is the terminology now being deployed for cities, to make them safe against floods.
In the parlance of planning, Sponge city is defined, ‘As an urban area; which has been planned, designed and constructed to effectively and efficiently manage and cope with the challenges posed by excessive water/storm water caused by heavy rainfall, high tides , swollen rivers or other manmade/ natural activities, using a variety of techniques. Sponge city, has also been defined as, ‘the city that is designed to retain, clean, and reuse stormwater. Basically, sponge city in its approach, intent, content, planning, designing , construction and management, has focus on water and its effective and efficient management, without adversely impacting the operation and function of the city, which is subjected to challenge posed by excessive water. Sponge city model promotes, retaining the excess water within the city aquifer by creating options to eliminate concrete pavements that separate water from the natural ecosystem; utilize natural wetlands to absorb water into the soil; make city water-resilient and transform cities/communities/ neighbourhoods by helping in redefining urban landscape by working across different disciplines — hydrology, landscape, architecture, planning and engineering, to save human lives and property from the threat posed and damage caused by excess water.
Sponge city model, as an option and strategy, has been gaining currency and finding favour, both at local and global level with planners,
An urban area is characterized by higher population density and vast human features in comparison to areas surrounding it. Urban areas may be cities, towns or conurbations, but the term is not commonly extended to rural settlements such as villages. Any portion of earth’s surface where physical conditions are homogeneous can be considered as a Region in geographic sense, ranging from a single feature region to compage, depending on the
criteria used for delineation. In practice, a prefix is added to highlight the attributes on which the region has been defined, for example, agriculture region, resource region, city region, planning region.
All the daily activities of human beings are carried out on land. Proper organization of these activities i.e. planning will help the human being in leading a richer and fuller life in livable surroundings or environment. "Planning" means the scientific, aesthetic, and orderly disposition of land, resources, facilities and services with a view to securing the physical, economic and social efficiency, health and well-being of urban and rural communities.
Ecosystem Services in Urban Areas
`
For more information, Please see websites below:
`
Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
`
Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
`
Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
`
Increase Food Production with Companion Planting in your School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
`
Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
`
City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
`
Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
London's Green Spaces. Pocket Parks: The Design Challenge.marcusshields
Open space within the city of London is limited. Consequently, the existing policy framework aims to provide access to high quality open space dispersed throughout the city with important initiatives such as the Greater London Authorities 100 Pocket Parks programme. This presentation reviews the type and scale of London’s green spaces, then moves on to discuss how we can make the most of our small-scale local community green spaces, or pocket parks.
Eia of township and area development projectsSandeep Kumar
Source : Environmental Impact Assessment Guidance Manual for BUILDING, CONSTRUCTION, TOWNSHIPS and AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Prepared by Administrative Staff College of India for Ministry of Environment & Forests, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA, NEW DELHI
In this presentation, the Stockholm Environment Institute presents are green infrastructure solutions to aid the resilience and sustainability of development of the Chindwin River Basin in Myanmar.
Trabalhamos com uma visão de Arquitetura da
Paisagem que trata o território como paisagem
multifuncional, capaz de integrar aspectos
infraestruturais, beneficiando ecossistemas, a
gestão de recursos naturais e microclimas locais,
enquanto propõe, de forma poética, experiências
sensíveis às pessoas.
Matthew 4:1-11. Three Continual Temptations.
I. THE TEMPTATION OF THE FLESH
II. THE TEMPTATION OF PRIDE
III. THE TEMPTATION OF POSSESSIONS
IV. ALL THESE TEMPTATIONS WERE TO TAKE JESUS, AND US, AWAY FROM OUR PURPOSE.
“What about utilities?”
This is probably the most frequently asked question DeepRoot's technical manager hears on projects where the Silva Cell is being used. And it's understandable! Utilities are an extremely important consideration.
With the experience of 500 installations, we can comfortably say that we’ve seen – and have a solution – for pretty much everything out there. Integration with utilities is by no means a barrier to using the Silva Cell.
This presentation covers:
Integrating Silva Cells and utilities
• Running utilities through the Silva Cells
• Options for when utilities cannot be run through the frames
Planning for the Future
• Utility corridors
• Future capacity
• Utility locations
• Locating equipment
• One-call network
• Directional boring
Repairs and Maintenance
• Planned Repairs, including an example from Winnipeg, MB.
• Emergency Repairs, including a simulated repair in Toronto, ON.
• Restoration options
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A brief overview about the green building strategy known as green roofing. This presentation was originally prepared for St. Louis regional educators who attended the 2014 Sustainability Institute for P12 Educators.
A brief overview on how civil engineers can participate in making global sustainable development. from the Civil Engineering Student Society Conference (CESSCON), University of Khartoum, Mar 2016.
This presentation explores the paper by CY Jim on sustainable urban greening strategies for compact cities in developing and developed countries and briefly reflects on the same for the context of Nepal.
Howard Wood - Presentation at The Sustainable Green Infrastructure Conference...Green Social Engineering
Howard Wood, Director of Landscape & Sustainable Services Ltd, after graduating in Environmental Sciences in 1979, has been leading initiatives in Sustainable Landscape Management in Europe and the UK for over 35 years.
In 2002 the Lyon City Parks Department commissioned Howard to deliver a sustainable practice training programme for their 300 gardeners and technicians. This resulted in environmentally friendly solutions being applied to existing maintenance operations and a significant reduction on the park’s operational budget. Howard has featured in television documentaries in France speaking about ecological dynamics and Green Infrastructure and speaks at conferences throughout Europe. Howard has been working on projects in Tunisia, Morocco and the Ivory Coast and presented a Sustainable Landscape Management Strategy to the City of Lisbon.
In 2010 Howard carried out a first ever carbon audit for a City Park in the UK which not only looked at its carbon footprint but compared it with carbon sequestration in trees, shrubs, grasses and topsoil. BAM Nuttall requested Howard to carry out field experiments on urban flower mixes for the London 2012 Olympic Park. Current themes of work include Urban Meadow flower displays in the UK and research on Carbon Sequestration in grass varieties with DLF France.
Unleash Your Inner Demon with the "Let's Summon Demons" T-Shirt. Calling all fans of dark humor and edgy fashion! The "Let's Summon Demons" t-shirt is a unique way to express yourself and turn heads.
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Transforming Brand Perception and Boosting Profitabilityaaryangarg12
In today's digital era, the dynamics of brand perception, consumer behavior, and profitability have been profoundly reshaped by the synergy of branding, social media, and website design. This research paper investigates the transformative power of these elements in influencing how individuals perceive brands and products and how this transformation can be harnessed to drive sales and profitability for businesses.
Through an exploration of brand psychology and consumer behavior, this study sheds light on the intricate ways in which effective branding strategies, strategic social media engagement, and user-centric website design contribute to altering consumers' perceptions. We delve into the principles that underlie successful brand transformations, examining how visual identity, messaging, and storytelling can captivate and resonate with target audiences.
Methodologically, this research employs a comprehensive approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. Real-world case studies illustrate the impact of branding, social media campaigns, and website redesigns on consumer perception, sales figures, and profitability. We assess the various metrics, including brand awareness, customer engagement, conversion rates, and revenue growth, to measure the effectiveness of these strategies.
The results underscore the pivotal role of cohesive branding, social media influence, and website usability in shaping positive brand perceptions, influencing consumer decisions, and ultimately bolstering sales and profitability. This paper provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations for businesses seeking to leverage branding, social media, and website design as potent tools to enhance their market position and financial success.
You could be a professional graphic designer and still make mistakes. There is always the possibility of human error. On the other hand if you’re not a designer, the chances of making some common graphic design mistakes are even higher. Because you don’t know what you don’t know. That’s where this blog comes in. To make your job easier and help you create better designs, we have put together a list of common graphic design mistakes that you need to avoid.
Can AI do good? at 'offtheCanvas' India HCI preludeAlan Dix
Invited talk at 'offtheCanvas' IndiaHCI prelude, 29th June 2024.
https://www.alandix.com/academic/talks/offtheCanvas-IndiaHCI2024/
The world is being changed fundamentally by AI and we are constantly faced with newspaper headlines about its harmful effects. However, there is also the potential to both ameliorate theses harms and use the new abilities of AI to transform society for the good. Can you make the difference?
Hello everyone! I am thrilled to present my latest portfolio on LinkedIn, marking the culmination of my architectural journey thus far. Over the span of five years, I've been fortunate to acquire a wealth of knowledge under the guidance of esteemed professors and industry mentors. From rigorous academic pursuits to practical engagements, each experience has contributed to my growth and refinement as an architecture student. This portfolio not only showcases my projects but also underscores my attention to detail and to innovative architecture as a profession.
Expert Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Drafting ServicesResDraft
Whether you’re looking to create a guest house, a rental unit, or a private retreat, our experienced team will design a space that complements your existing home and maximizes your investment. We provide personalized, comprehensive expert accessory dwelling unit (ADU)drafting solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring a seamless process from concept to completion.
Dive into the innovative world of smart garages with our insightful presentation, "Exploring the Future of Smart Garages." This comprehensive guide covers the latest advancements in garage technology, including automated systems, smart security features, energy efficiency solutions, and seamless integration with smart home ecosystems. Learn how these technologies are transforming traditional garages into high-tech, efficient spaces that enhance convenience, safety, and sustainability.
Ideal for homeowners, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals, this presentation provides valuable insights into the trends, benefits, and future developments in smart garage technology. Stay ahead of the curve with our expert analysis and practical tips on implementing smart garage solutions.
White wonder, Work developed by Eva TschoppMansi Shah
White Wonder by Eva Tschopp
A tale about our culture around the use of fertilizers and pesticides visiting small farms around Ahmedabad in Matar and Shilaj.
Book Formatting: Quality Control Checks for DesignersConfidence Ago
This presentation was made to help designers who work in publishing houses or format books for printing ensure quality.
Quality control is vital to every industry. This is why every department in a company need create a method they use in ensuring quality. This, perhaps, will not only improve the quality of products and bring errors to the barest minimum, but take it to a near perfect finish.
It is beyond a moot point that a good book will somewhat be judged by its cover, but the content of the book remains king. No matter how beautiful the cover, if the quality of writing or presentation is off, that will be a reason for readers not to come back to the book or recommend it.
So, this presentation points designers to some important things that may be missed by an editor that they could eventually discover and call the attention of the editor.
4. What is Green Infrastructure?
“GI represents an approach to land use
that has a critical role in meeting many of
the challenges we face [social,
environmental and economic].
It achieves this through its multifunctional
and connected nature and is underpinned
by the concept of ecosystem services, an
approach which recognises the many
benefits that are generated by natural
ecosystems”
Landscape Institute
5. What is Green Infrastructure?
“GI is a strategically planned and
delivered network of high quality green
spaces and other environmental
features.
It should be designed and managed
as a multifunctional resource
capable of delivering a wide range of
environmental and quality of life
benefits for local communities”.
Natural England
6. Examples of Green Infrastructure & Biodiverse Design
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•
•
•
•
Living Roofs
Parks & Gardens
SuDs Features
Living Walls
Green Corridors – Rivers,
Road and Rail
• Amenity Greenspace
• Allotments
• Natural and Semi-Natural
Urban Greenspace
9. Policy & Legislation
• Historical planning policy and legislation relating to
ecology and biodiversity has been largely led by the
principles of conservation and protection
• Wildlife & Countryside Act (1981) & Habitat
Regulations (1994) as examples
• 20th Century approach?
10. • Future planning policy and legislation - Creation, Conservation &
Protection
• Natural Environment & Rural Communities Act (NERC) (2006),
the Localism Act (2011) & National Planning Policy Framework
(NPPF) (2012)
• LPAs must have „a due regard to biodiversity‟ (NERC Act) and
will expect a „net gain‟ from the development (NPPF)
• Green Infrastructure essential part of Local Plans
• 21st Century approach?
11. Additional Drivers for Green Infrastructure & Biodiverse
Design?
• Biodiversity Action Plan Targets – species and habitats
• • Building Environmental Assessment Tools – –
Building Environmental Assessment Tools BREEAM,
CfSH
BREEAM, CfSH
• • Nature Improvement Areas (NIA‟s) && Biodiversity
Nature Improvement Areas (NIA‟s) Biodiversity Offsetting
(No Net Loss) Net Loss)
Offsetting (No
• • Major Infrastructure Projects – – Require Mitigation &
Major Infrastructure Projects Require Mitigation & Design
• Common sense? “integrate the built and natural form
Design
• together” sense? “integrate the built and natural
Common
form‟‟
14. Building Environmental Assessment Tools (BEATs)
Assessment of building design performance
- using criteria and summary of overall performance.
Addresses broad range of sustainability issues
- demonstrates the environmental credentials of your building.
BREEAM - Building Research Establishment Environmental
Assessment Method.
CfSH – Code for Sustainable Homes.
BRE making revisions to Ecology section in 2014.
Complete overhaul? TEC part of task group to make
changes.
15. Benefits of Green Infrastructure
The multiple functions that GI assets provide are
underpinned by the concept of „ecosystem services‟.
In the recent UK National Ecosystem Assessment these
services were divided into four categories:
Supporting Services – ecosystem processes
Regulating Services – control mechanisms
Provisioning Services – products
Cultural Services - non-material benefits
17. Regulating Services
Provisioning
Climate
Services change – e.g reducing surface water flooding
Detoxification/purification in soil, water and air
Hazard regulation – water attenuation
Pollution control
Pollination
18. Provisioning Services
Wildlife habitats (biodiversity)
Economic productivity - land and property
value etc.
Energy production
Food production
Water supply
19. Cultural Services
Recreation
Access to nature
Social interaction &
cohesion
Aesthetic/visual quality
Improved health & well
being
Environmental education
25. Landscape Planting – Design
Selection – „right plant in the right place‟
Sustainable horticulture – planting medium, water, nutrients
Species of known wildlife value - native vs. non-native?
Provenance of native stock – Pests & diseases (ash dieback
etc.)
Planting density / diversity – do we need to take our leads from
nature?
Long-term management is key – Management Plan (BEATs),
funding/costs, grounds maintenance/contractual issues, fostering
ownership etc.
27. GI Audit - Project Background
Urban environment – 39% is buildings
75% of rainfall is surface run-off
Prediction is for a 40% increase in peak rainfall events
London Regional Flood Risk Appraisal identified
surface water flooding as the major concern
Ambition to increase green (vegetated) cover in central
London by 5% by 2030 and 10% by 2050 (London Plan)
30. Rain Gardens
Reducing the amount and rate of surface water leaving urban
sites is one of the most effective ways of managing flood risk
Rain gardens are only one part of the SuDS process
The aim is to mimic natural drainage processes
45. Rain Gardens and Green Walls
50 sites have been identified as being able to accommodate a rain
garden treatment.
30 sites have been identified as being able to accommodate either
modular or traditional green wall treatments.
68. Bat Boxes - Design Considerations
Temperature requirements (opposite to birds!):
• Summer - warm for rearing young (30ºC to 40ºC)
• Winter - cool for hibernation (0ºC to 6ºC)
Positioning
• Place where the roost will receive at least 6-10 hours of direct
sunlight a day
• Aspect and orientation - S, SW, SE (W, E, N)
• 2-7m in height
Access / Clearance
• Clear path to flight-line
• Vegetation close by for cover and foraging
69. Ex-situ provision – What works?
Wildlife needs breakfast as well as a bed!
• Individual species requirements
• Sun exposure
• Bigger is better
• Height is important
• Size of crevice width: 1.5 cm to 2.5 cm
• Ventilation slots – provide wider temperature ranges
• Multiple bat houses – group three or more together
• Mitigation close to where roost was lost
• Proximity to landscape features: For example wildflower
meadows/pasture and water – Wildlife (not just bats!)
needs breakfast as well as a bed.
70. Lots more Biodiversity Design measures and
Green Infrastructure creation not mentioned
such as:
• Street trees
• Water features – ‘Blue’ Infrastructure
• Be Creative!
71. Case Study - Crown Estates
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•
30 retail parks
Ecologically enhance sites:
Incorporate design measures –
multi-functional
Baseline survey and report with
recommendations.
Increase value - opportunity for
Crown Estates to act as a
“Sustainability Innovator” by showcasing green infrastructure and
SuDs features on site. This would
encourage local businesses to
adopt similar practices
72. Future & Challenges
• Lots of stakeholders – Need to work together
• New systems and mechanisms for delivery – Biodiversity
Offsetting
• Policy – Localism still early days
• Problems with delivery tools – BREEAM/CfSH etc.
• Incorporating „Biodiversity Design‟ measures for sake of
it. i.e. bird box in wrong place
• Playing it safe? Not taking risks due to costs/concerns of
implementation.
• Be inspired – be brave and take opportunities!
BAP Targets – chalk grassland (UK BAP). Vegetated shingle (Sussex BAP) - conditions on a roof mimic the field conditions on the South Downs in many ways – light/pH/moisture etc. Brownfield sites etc. (UK BAP)Global issues – Urban Heat Island Effect, storm water amelioration, energy balance–reduces temp. fluctuations+insulation and cooling/air conditioning
BAP Targets – chalk grassland (UK BAP). Vegetated shingle (Sussex BAP) - conditions on a roof mimic the field conditions on the South Downs in many ways – light/pH/moisture etc. Brownfield sites etc. (UK BAP)Global issues – Urban Heat Island Effect, storm water amelioration, energy balance–reduces temp. fluctuations+insulation and cooling/air conditioning
BAP Targets – chalk grassland (UK BAP). Vegetated shingle (Sussex BAP) - conditions on a roof mimic the field conditions on the South Downs in many ways – light/pH/moisture etc. Brownfield sites etc. (UK BAP)Global issues – Urban Heat Island Effect, storm water amelioration, energy balance–reduces temp. fluctuations+insulation and cooling/air conditioning