Go Green: Environmental law and how to achieve sustainable goals

In this insightful video, Fran Baker explores one of the most significant impacts of the Environmental Act 2021 on our urban environments: the legal requirement for biodiversity net gain. This policy marks a major shift in how developments must contribute positively to nature, ensuring that any loss of biodiversity is not only compensated but improved upon.

Fran explains how this requirement is a win for the environment, promoting greener, more resilient urban spaces and delivering social benefits such as improved wellbeing and community engagement. However, she also highlights the challenges for developers and their customers, who must navigate new planning complexities and potential cost implications.

Watch the video to understand how biodiversity net gain is reshaping the future of urban development and what it means for sustainability professionals, planners, and communities alike.