Landmark Issue 19 2021 SINGLE PAGES

ISSUE 19 | 2021 45 RESILIENCE & SUSTAINABILITY With Covid-19 travel constraints and the need to reduce our carbon footprint, developing and utilising natural environments on the doorstep has never been more important. Much of the changes will provide opportunities for involvement in design, practical implementation, monitoring and ongoing management. James is supported by a small team of staff from all three educational establishments, all of which are encouraging the involvement of students and academic staff to transform their campuses and better connect with nature. The project will offer staff and over 4,000 students ongoing education opportunities on the doorstep, as opposed to travelling to locations further away. The project is part funded by the European Development Fund. “Between now and 2023 we will diversify 4ha of lawn, plant 1 km2 of native shrubs and seed 3 km 2 of wild flowers. The surrounding area is home to eight species of bat” James Hargreave, Wild Campus Project Manager In association with: