Greening Our School Infrastructure
The School Rebuilding Programme in 2021 was a government initiative pledging £1bn to rebuild schools. Over 500 schools will benefit from a rebuild or refresh to improve classroom capacities with additional guidance from local authorities to support in and out of the classroom. The mission for education: for 90% of pupils to achieve the expected […]
Is SuDS now becoming mainstream?
Over recent years, the scandal of our sewage-polluted watercourses and seas in the UK has received widespread publicity. The public is rightly horrified that most of our British watercourses are not fit for swimming in and that untreated sewage spills have occurred so often—but not all of us are aware that we can be contributing […]
Unlocking the Full Potential of SUDS
As the demand for sustainable urban development grows, innovative solutions like Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) become increasingly critical. GreenBlue Urban is at the forefront of this movement, offering a comprehensive suite of tools, resources, and expertise to support the design and implementation of effective SuDS. Whether you’re an engineer, developer, landscape architect, or local authority, […]
Simplifying SuDS for All!
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are a set of design principles and practices that aim to manage and control surface water runoff in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner. SuDS are designed to mimic natural drainage processes and reduce the impact of urbanisation on the water cycle. They provide an alternative to traditional drainage systems that […]
Event: Our Future Landscapes: Integrating BNG & SuDS
As Climate Change accelerates and industry standards advance, our event at Barcham Nursery on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, brought together professionals from various fields to explore the integration of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) into future landscapes. Attendees gained valuable insights from experts, shared best practices, and participated in collaborative discussions […]
Using Sustainable Drainage Systems to add Value to Development Projects
Using Sustainable Drainage features requires developers, designers, and planners to adopt a new way of thinking, which can cause some resistance. However, Sustainable Drainage is not very far removed from existing civil engineering principles when you seriously consider it. What does civil engineering do? It provides answers to problems. In this case, the problem is […]
Maximizing Your Return on Investment in Urban Trees
Money doesn’t grow on trees. Or at least, it doesn’t grow on trees that are planted haphazardly and die in the first year. Trees are well-known for providing many amazing economic and social benefits in urban areas. However, when planted without proper knowledge of best practices, the costs can far outweigh the benefits they provide. […]
Comprehensive Testing of RootSpace Airform®, Enhancing our Urban Infrastructure
As part of GreenBlue Urban’s commitment to continually improve products and solutions, we recently commissioned Lucideon, an independent material testing and analysis laboratory, to investigate the structural properties of the RootSpace Airform® soil cell system. For testing, Lucideon was supplied with RootSpace Airform® soil cell components assembled into various module sizes, as outlined in Table […]
The Implications of Value Engineering in Tree Pit Installation
The balance between cost-efficiency and sustainability is often precarious in urban development. One area where this tension is acutely felt is the installation of tree pits. Value engineering, reducing costs without compromising functionality, can have significant implications for urban trees’ establishment and long-term health. The Importance of Proper Tree Planting Ideally, trees should be planted […]
Comparing Tree Planting Media: A Comprehensive Overview
Tree planting is a crucial aspect of urban development, offering numerous environmental, aesthetic, and health benefits. However, the success of tree-planting initiatives heavily depends on the choice of planting media. In this blog, we will delve into various tree planting systems, including soil cells, gravel-based structural soil, and sand-based structural soil, comparing their features, advantages, […]