The London rivers action plan a tool to help restore rivers for people and nature [electronic resource]
Language: English Publication details: Cranfield The River Restoration Centre 2009Subject(s): LOC classification:- 627.1 $2 18
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Book | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 146337-1001 |
New approaches to flood risk management -- Adapting to climate change -- Linking people to nature through urban regeneration -- Connecting with the natural environment -- Conserving and enhancing river wildlife -- The LRAP webpage -- Accessing the web-based information -- Proposed projects information (an example) -- Completed project case study (an example) -- A snapshot of projects in your catchment -- Cornmill Gardens, River Ravensbourne -- Watermeads Island, River Wandle -- Tokyngton Park, River Brent -- Sutcliffe Park, river Quaggy (Ravensbourne) -- Ray Lodge Park, River Roding
This guidance has been developed as a delivery mechanism in London's attempts to rejuvenate its rivers and waterways, by suggesting over 100 areas that could be brought back to life through careful management. Sets out five key aspirations, including improving flood prevention using natural resources, reconnecting people to the natural environment through the processes of urban regeneration and enhancing habitats for wildlife.