What developers need to know about nutrient neutrality
The UK’s rivers, lakes and estuaries are under increasing pressure from nutrient pollution. Raised nitrogen and phosphorus levels, often originating from agricultural runoff and wastewater discharge, contribute to eutrophication, triggering algal blooms, oxygen depletion and damage to sensitive aquatic ecosystems. The need for sustainable development that protects freshwater habitats has never been clearer. One of […]
NRC launches Britain’s first STU Nutrient Neutrality Conservation Covenant to boost house building
The National Rivers Consortium – a partnership of environmental specialists, engineers and construction professionals dedicated to improving water quality through nature-based solutions – has launched a major new initiative, a groundbreaking scheme that promises to unlock thousands of delayed housing developments while restoring the health of the nation’s waterways. The scheme uses a Conservation Covenant […]
First free septic tank installation completed under Stour Environmental Credits Ltd nutrient mitigation scheme
The National Rivers Consortium (NRC) has commenced its first free septic tank upgrade as part of its expanding nutrient mitigation programme, marking a major milestone in helping to restore river health and unlock stalled housing development across Kent. Work began on Monday 17th November, at a home in Charing Heath, Kent and on Wednesday 19th […]
New to the team
Very exciting news for us this week as we welcome Graham Sinclair as our new UK Operations Manager! Graham is a chartered member of CIWEM (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) with 14 years of hands-on experience in water and environmental management. He joins us following an impressive career at Create Consulting Engineers […]
Free septic tank upgrades offered to local residents to help protect Kent’s rivers
Householders within the River Stour Catchment which runs through central Kent bordering Ashford, Maidstone and Canterbury, are being invited to take part in a pioneering environmental scheme. Old or poorly performing septic tanks will be replaced completely free of charge, as part of a major new initiative to help protect Stodmarsh SSSI (Site(s) of Special Scientific Interest) and support much-needed housing development.
Partnering with Bio-D for cleaner waterways
We are proud to announce an exciting partnership with Bio-D, a leading B-Corporation Certified, UK-based brand of eco-friendly cleaning products…
Supporting conservation of the Norfolk Broads
We have found a new working partner in the Broads Society who have been active in the region as “the Voice for the Broads” for the last 70 years…
Helping SCF transform more lives
Thanks to our support and other generous donations, Sports Connections Foundation ran a charity football on Arensal’s home turf.
Building even stronger relationships
A third contract with NEC for nutrient mitigation is signed and worked secured until 2026.