Tag: Nature
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Nature protections ‘not the problem’ — so why is the government rolling them back?
The UK government’s Planning & Infrastructure Bill aims to expedite housing and infrastructure projects by streamlining environmental regulations. Central to the bill is the establishment of a Nature Restoration Fund (NRF), allowing developers to offset environmental obligations through financial contributions. While the government asserts that these latest planning reforms will support development without compromising environmental…
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Why Living Near Nature Is the Best Investment for Families
There was a time when people were eager to move to the cities to enjoy the busy lifestyle and always be on the move. Fast-forward to today, many people are looking to find homes that are closer to nature and come with the feeling of being part of community living. While the shift can be…
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Housebuilder pauses construction to protect migrating birds
An affordable housebuilder has paused the construction of one of its developments to protect the local bird population. Vivid Homes said it stopped works at Victoria Quay in Portsmouth to avoid disrupting migrating birds that make the Solent coast their home during the winter, including Brent Geese, Redshanks, Oystercatchers and Lapwings. Brent Geese are protected…
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Naava: Nature as a Service
Entering the office of Naava feels like you’ve stepped into a forest. Naava promises to bring the nature inside and make you feel better. “My passion and mission is to improve people’s health, happiness, and performance,” says Aki Soudunsaari, the Founding Partner and CEO of Naava. Aki is a former teacher and headmaster; a behavioral…