The RSPB is undertaking a huge development at Wallasea in Essex where they are using much of the 'spoil' from the Crossrail borings to increase the height of the island (http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2012/sep/17/crossrail-earth-wetland-nature-reserve). This will enable them to construct a system of lagoons that, it is hoped, will attract in substantial numbers of wading birds including Spoonbills. This seems an innovative use of 'waste'. It's certainly better than just creating a mound of soil and clay.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 13 July 2015
Making a Hole Lot of Improvements?
The RSPB is undertaking a huge development at Wallasea in Essex where they are using much of the 'spoil' from the Crossrail borings to increase the height of the island (http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2012/sep/17/crossrail-earth-wetland-nature-reserve). This will enable them to construct a system of lagoons that, it is hoped, will attract in substantial numbers of wading birds including Spoonbills. This seems an innovative use of 'waste'. It's certainly better than just creating a mound of soil and clay.
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