Oak processionary

It’s an oak-less cause, or is it…

 

One of the most valuable native trees in our country is the English oak (Quercus robur). It provides an incredible number of benefits and needs for our society and our environment. As an environmental practice we seek to get as many of these integrated … Read More

Oak processionary2021-03-17T12:30:27+00:00

Landscape character assessments

When assessing the impact of a potential new development on its surroundings, and during the design process, landscape architects and landscape officers often refer to Landscape Character Assessments. They provide an insight into which elements make the landscape unique, valued, which features should be considered for retention, and how landscapes … Read More

Landscape character assessments2021-03-05T09:00:35+00:00

Natural Capital and Environmental Net Gain – A discussion paper

The National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) has published a new discussion paper on ‘Natural Capital and Environmental Net Gain’. Natural capital can be defined as the world’s stocks of natural assets which include geology, soil, air, water, and all living things. Therefore, this has the potential to impact society, economies, … Read More

Natural Capital and Environmental Net Gain – A discussion paper2021-02-22T09:00:50+00:00

ACD Advent Calendar 2020

Here is a look back at all the facts we provided each day in December, through the run-up to Christmas in our ACD Advent Calendar.

  1. Welcome to the ACD Environmental advent calendar. Follow our page to receive a fact every day until Christmas! Let’s start off with a fact about … Read More
ACD Advent Calendar 20202020-12-24T09:23:43+00:00

Planting for wildlife

Everything you need to know about planting for wildlife 

Green spaces are disappearing at an alarming rate due to urban expansion, therefore gardens and open spaces have become increasingly important, not only to us, but to the wildlife around us. Green spaces help to form green corridors, providing habitats and connectivity … Read More

Planting for wildlife2020-10-22T11:54:52+01:00

Green spaces and our health

Have you ever been grumpy, had a quarrel, or just felt a little stressed? How often have we told ourselves to go outside and get some fresh air?

 

For many, spending time outside is a regular part of everyday life, taking a break to work on an allotment, walking the dog … Read More

Green spaces and our health2020-10-09T09:18:26+01:00

Fully verified photomontages

Recently, ACD was commissioned to undertake the production of fully verified photomontages, also known as Accurate Visual Representations (AVR) and Visually Verified Montages (VVM). We thought that it would be useful to share the process of how we prepare these.

The verified views are created using a combination of photography, survey … Read More

Fully verified photomontages2020-09-28T10:15:22+01:00
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