by Tom McNamara | Feb 27, 2023 | Fresh Water, Outdoor Water, Solutions
What is a scrape A scrape is a technique used in river and wetland management that involves creating shallow areas in a body of water to mimic natural processes and promote biodiversity. The technique is typically used in areas where the water has become too deep due...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 13, 2023 | Fresh Water, Personal Action, Solutions
What is a rain garden A rain garden is a landscaped area that is specifically designed to capture and filter rainwater, helping to prevent it from running off into nearby waterways. Creating a rain garden in the UK can be a great way to improve water quality, conserve...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 8, 2023 | Events, Impacts, Solutions, Waste Water
Sewage Sewage is a broad term that encompasses all types of waste and wastewater produced by households and industries, It is made up of the following types of waste water: Blackwater specifically refers to wastewater that is generated by toilets and contains human...
by Tom McNamara | Jan 23, 2023 | Solutions
Natural sewage works Reed beds are a type of nature-based solution that can be used to help with sewage treatment. They are constructed wetlands that use plants, such as reeds, to naturally filter and purify sewage and other types of waste water. The process of sewage...
by Tom McNamara | Jan 23, 2023 | Events, Impacts, Waste Water
What it provides Sewage is considered a pollutant because it contains a wide range of harmful substances that can have negative impacts on the environment when released. These substances include bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and nutrients that can harm aquatic life,...
by Tom McNamara | Jan 23, 2023 | Fresh Water, Impacts, Waste Water
Algal blooms Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are caused by the rapid growth of certain types of algae, which can release toxins that can harm aquatic life, wildlife and human health. Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria (covered in our previous post), can bloom...
