We're going on a journey into sustainability and biodiversity with special guest Alice Burgess. She joins hosts Steph and Lily as they explore the impact of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation, and the importance of preserving our invaluable habitats. Alice shares her expert insights on ecology, sustainable practices, and the steps we need to take to secure a greener future. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation that will leave you reflecting on how each of us can contribute to saving our planet.

Here are the Highlights:

00:43 Protecting native ecosystems is increasingly important.

03:23 Biodiversity net gain: ensure 10% post-development habitat increase.

12:34 Ecology survey challenges: classification, training, long-term management.

16:17 Habitat classification: complex, vague guidance hinders accuracy.

19:25 Irreplaceable habitats are crucial for environmental conservation.

22:25 UK habitats are rare and face development threats.

27:22 Emphasise botany in science and education degrees.

36:21 Team prioritises shared resources, sustainable discussions, and collaboration.

About Chevron Green Services:

We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.

Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.

For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands.

About Chevron Group:

A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it.

Connect:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-services

www.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspective

About Alice Burgess:

Alice is an Ecologist & Biodiversity Net Gain Lead at Chevron Green Services. Alice’s love of animals led her to an Animal Management college course before graduating from University of Greenwich with a first in Animal Management and Agriculture. After jobs in Livestock, Agriculture and Ecology, Alice joined Chevron Green Services as an Ecologist in February 2024. Following the introduction of the Biodiversity Net Gain legislation, Alice is also our BNG champion, supporting clients and the environment team through the implementation of the requirements.

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In today's episode, our hosts Steph Berwick and Lily Clarke sit down with Dougal Driver, CEO of Grown in Britain and Chair of the Society for the Environment, to explore the importance of integrating sustainability at the highest levels of corporate governance, and the pivotal role of woodlands in society.

Join us as we explore these essential topics, challenge existing attitudes, and unearth solutions to drive substantial progress in sustainability.

Here are the Highlights:

04:26 Promote local and sustainable consumer choices.

06:35 Grown in Britain timber certification guarantees sustainability.

10:09 Import sustainable products if unavailable, prioritise sustainability.

15:45 Supply chain disruptions cause financial complexity, favouring local.

21:22 Nature benefits mental and physical health economically.

23:41 Rural living, green spaces, and mental health.

28:24 Environmental sustainability key for business success.

31:53 Podcast discussing sustainability in business and companies.

36:55 Learning from the team's anti-consumerist values and influence.

37:53 CEO's humility prioritises planet over personal recognition.

About Chevron Green Services:

We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.

Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.

For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands.

About Chevron Group:

A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it.

Connect:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-services

www.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspective

https://www.linkedin.com/company/grown-in-britain

https://www.growninbritain.org/

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Discover the importance of embedding sustainability throughout business and its supply chains with your hosts Steph Berwick and Lily Clarke, and special guest Steve Elderkin, the Director of Environmental Sustainability for National Highways. Steve shares National Highways' ambitious sustainability strategy focused on three key outcomes: net zero highways, positive environmental impact, and tackling local pollution. He brings a personal touch by discussing his eco-friendly lifestyle, the organisation's commitment to nature connectivity, and the essential role of maintaining non-road land as a natural asset. Tune in to this compelling conversation to learn how National Highways is leading the charge for a greener, more sustainable future. You won't want to miss it!

Here are the Highlights:

01:11 Strategy for sustainable transportation and environmental legacy.

09:01 National Highways is embracing nature and expecting positive outcomes.

17:18 Environmental impacts include air, noise, and water quality.

23:40 Reporting climate risks, adapting assets for resilience.

25:35 Promoting sustainable infrastructure for economic prosperity.

32:30 Promoting nature connectivity in national conversation, progress.

About Steve Elderkin

Steve joined National Highways in 2015 after a decade working in the central civil service where he was a member of the Government Economic Service. He has focussed on environmental policy and analysis, including leading the Government’s analysis for the Climate Change Act and setting the first 4 carbon budgets. At National Highways he has held the post of Chief Analyst, Project Director for a Tier 1 construction project and for the last 2 years has been Director of Environmental Sustainability. National Highways published their environmental sustainability strategy in May 2023, setting out their intention to be positive for nature, tackle local environmental pollution for the benefit of communities, and to make the transition to net zero highways by 2050.

About Chevron Green Services:

We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.

Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.

For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands.

About Chevron Group:

A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it.

Connect:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-services

www.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspective

Produced by Winter Audio