November 30, 2022
De-risking old coalfields for new economic opportunities
Many neglected and abandoned industrial landscapes are being returned to commercial use. They include Britain’s former coalfields where identifying and... Learn More →
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November 23, 2022
Coal fields – from black legacies to green futures
When coal was king, enormous spoil heaps scarred Britain’s landscapes from Kent and Wales to the Midlands, Durham and Scotland.... Learn More →
November 8, 2022
Degrowth … is small beautiful and better for us?
It might seem odd at a time when politicians and governments are betting their careers and parliamentary majorities on growth... Learn More →
October 24, 2022
Britain’s grave concern … finding burial places for the departed
The final rite most of us perhaps expect from life is a small plot of land where our mortal remains... Learn More →
October 13, 2022
Artificial intelligence is helping to win the climate change war
I’m always in favour of better, easier, and more efficient and productive ways of doing things. Which is why I... Learn More →
September 26, 2022
Planning the staycations of a lifetime…
Can we afford to relax? Despite numerous crises, many UK holiday-makers have enjoyed their first proper breaks in three years.... Learn More →
September 22, 2022
More heatwaves … how to plan for the future
On days when the mercury rises dramatically there is no shortage of advice – or ‘hot’ tips – to keep... Learn More →
August 11, 2022
Water neutrality – a fine balance for developers and house-builders
For an Atlantic-facing island with an international reputation for grey skies, frequent showers and soaking rain, the UK must come... Learn More →
August 9, 2022
Property flood protection – two good reasons for early planning
There are important long and short-term reasons for taking early steps to protect exposed properties from rising sea levels, river... Learn More →