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Shifting perspectives: from clean air to healthy air

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Jointly authored by: Dr Pippa Douglas (Environment Agency), Dr Emma Marczylo (UK Health Security Agency) and Prof. Sean Tyrrel (Cranfield University) IntroductionWhen we talk about air quality, the term "clean air" often comes to mind. Clean air initiatives have played …

Wet winters leading to more macroalgae in Solent, but nutrient reduction offers hope for the future

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If you spend time on or around the water of the Solent’s harbours, you will likely have noticed high levels of bright green macroalgae, on the shore or in the water. Wet winters are causing an increase in green macroalgae …

The Ipswich Tidal Flood Defence Barrier: After six years

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In 2018, the Environment Agency commissioned the Ipswich Tidal Barrier, a critical infrastructure project costing nearly £70 million. Six years on, the Suffolk Asset Performance Team tell us what has happened since. The Ipswich Tidal Barrier consists of a 200-tonne …