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Podcast Stantec.io Podcast: The impact of nature-based solutions in design and engineering
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Video Nature-based solutions: Using engineering and nature to solve environmental challenges
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Published Article Huge increase in private sector investment is essential to address the biodiversity crisis
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Webinar Recording Catchment Systems Solutions
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Video Catchment System Opportunities
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Webinar Recording STWL WINEP phosphorus obligations - Opportunity for nature based solutions
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Blog Post Cleaning up our waters: actions to remove nitrogen pollution from estuaries and coasts
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Blog Post How will Nutrient Management Plans affect UK growth objectives?
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Published Article Integrated Constructed Wetlands: The Start of a Journey
River Restoration Centre Annual Conference
Connect with us at this year’s RRC Conference, where we look forward to discussions on the trends, innovation and best practice shaping river restoration.
See you in Brighton!
River restoration is essential to reinstate natural processes which support biodiversity, improve water quality, and enhance flood resilience. By restoring rivers to their natural state, we can create diverse habitats that benefit both wildlife and local communities. Additionally, river restoration projects can mitigate the impacts of climate change by improving the ability of rivers to manage water during droughts and floods.
Join us on day two of the conference to hear from our team.
April 2, 13:45—Session 6: Learning by Doing
Join Francess Haine, senior geomorphologist, and Aoife Codyre, ecologist, as they delve into "The evolving nature of delivering a river restoration scheme." This session will explore the various challenges faced during the development and implementation of river restoration schemes. From flora growth and fauna movement to changing stakeholder aspirations, Francess and Aoife will discuss how to anticipate and react to these evolving circumstances to ensure successful project delivery. Their insights and experiences will provide valuable lessons for anyone involved in river restoration projects.
April 2, 14:25—Session 6: A Difficult Journey for Salmon
Lauriane Allard, principal hydrologist at Stantec, will present "A Journey to the River (and) Sea—Improving Salmonid fish population in the South Teign catchment." This session will highlight the holistic set of mitigation measures implemented by South West Water to address the impacts of Fernworthy Reservoir on the downstream eco-hydrology and improve salmonid fish populations. Lauriane will also discuss a similar scheme for the Meavy catchment, focusing on river habitat enhancement and fish barrier refurbishment. This presentation will offer valuable insights into the effectiveness of these measures and their impact on salmonid fish populations.
View the full 2025 conference programme.
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Meet Our Experts
Rob Riddington, Director of Water Management
Building relationships and recognising opportunities is essential to delivering successful schemes and sustainable habitats.
Mike Morris, Technical Director
Facing biodiversity loss and climate change, we must take an integrated approach to restore the natural world we so readily depend upon.
Fran Haine, Senior Geomorphologist
I’m inspired to help restore and improve watercourses by creating biodiversity areas around rivers that can be enjoyed by the community.
Aoife Codyre, Ecologist
Combining my love of nature with work is one of the greatest privileges of my role and fuels the work I do every day.
