Data collected by the CDP points to extreme heat as the most commonly reported climate threat for big cities. Focus and fast action are needed from governments, says the organisation.
It argues that over 100,000 homes are being held up due to defective EU laws which will be unblocked between now and 2030, delivering an estimated £18bn boost to the economy.
Wardell Armstrong is one of the UK's largest providers of archaeological consultancy, a market predicted to grow with investment in infrastructure. Its regional director, Chloe Brownlee-Chapman, discusses the trends.
Dr Kate Vincent of environmental consulting firm Atkins calls for a systemic approach to implementing plans for nature, with alignment across government and industry sectors.
The committee also pointed to more evaluation and monitoring of projects, quicker cancelling mechanisms and better coordination between government departments.
New strategy aims to deliver a step-change in plant health protections for Great Britain, with potential implications for developers, landowners and other businesses.
Clear career pathways, empathy, understanding and CPD are important for attracting and retaining a diverse workforce, concludes a brownfield panel, held in partnership with SiLC.
Identifying and mapping the thousands of PFAS chemicals in the environment is like mapping the galaxy – and its dark matter – said participants in BRN's latest PFAS remediation webinar.
The construction of c18,000 new homes in Somerset has been held up following a court ruling in 2018 that stopped net increase of phosphates on the Somerset levels and moors.
Isle of Man to provide 25% funding for brownfield developers, as largest office EV charging hub set for Edinburgh, Telford Station Quarter takes shape and Weston Homes invests £500m.
Statement comes in the wake of support for abolishing the target, manifested in attempted new clauses in the Planning and Regeneration Bill, which is at committee stage.
The regions most likely to be affected are in Northern England and the Midlands, threatening to undermine the housing component of the government’s Levelling Up agenda.
In the Conservatives' summer hustings, Rishi Sunak he would beef up compulsory purchase to help councils, bring in an 'infrastructure first guarantee,' tackle land-banking and promote urban densification.
Finding qualified personnel, competent at every stage of ground gas protection, is an ongoing problem. Environment Analyst's Ground Gas 2022 conference explored latest progress and what needs to be done.
A “strategic site” approach to mitigation and coordinated catchment level planning can help streamline the nutrient neutrality process, said participants at a recent EA webinar.
This year’s flagship awards event for the brownfield community featured particularly innovative applications and a record number of ‘Highly Commended’ entries.
A panel discussion hosted by Environment Analyst’s Brownfield and Regeneration Network, in partnership with Soilfix, explored the prospects for self-regulatory systems, while calling for a well-funded regulator.
