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Wider environmental benefits

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Carbon sequestration                                                                     

By planting trees and creating green areas that have permanent vegetation, you can help reduce the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. CO2 is the primary greenhouse gas that causes climate change. Vegetation can store it through carbon sequestration, at least in the short term. You could consider including on-campus carbon sequestration as part of a Carbon Management Plan, in order to ‘offset’ some of your carbon emissions.

Flood reduction and water conservation

Green spaces act as a ‘sink’ for water. This means that they reduce drainage needs and conserve water by absorbing rainfall, rather than allowing it to run off into drains. Many institutions are also benefiting from Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS), which effectively collect and treat rainwater and potentially create wildlife habitats.

Case Study

Biodiversity at SRUC, Elmwood Golf Course

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