The UK is pioneering the enforcement of biodiversity gain to make up for our global biodiversity crisis, jeopardising the wellbeing..
The Biodiversity Net Gain Metric Explained
Here we explain in detail the cultivation of the Biodiversity Net Gain Metric (BNG Metric), its uses and its importance..
Habitat Banks – Definition, Creation and List of Types
Habitat Banks are a crucial part of the Biodiversity Net Gain policy for creating different types of biodiversity in different..
Examples of How Biodiversity Net Gain Can Be Achieved
The Biodiversity Net Gain policy has been in effect since 12th February 2024, meaning that developers now have to contribute..
Developments Exempt From Mandatory BNG
From January 2024 the new biodiversity net gain regulations will apply to many construction developments in the UK. Some smaller..
COP28: Hypocrisy or Achievement?
Opinions were starkly divided when the CEO of ADNOC, one of the strongest oil contributors in the world, was appointed..
When Will Biodiversity Net Gain Be Mandatory?
The UK government has confirmed that mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation for major developments will go live on the..
How does The Environment Act 2021 shape BNG Legislation?
In 2006, Natural England was created by an Act of Parliament to manage sustainable development in conserving and improving our..
What are Biodiversity Credits?
Biodiversity Credits allow developers and local planning authorities (LPAs) to make a financial contribution to compensate for the negative impacts..
The Official Government Statutory Biodiversity Credit Costs
The government has recently released their prices for the statutory costs for their biodiversity credits. Credits are different to Units..