Development trusts are striving to make environmental, as well as social and economic impacts. But how many really know what exists in their own community, whether urban or rural, large or small, in terms of local biodiversity?
Scientists from Imperial College London and other top universities, along with the Natural History Museum, the Met Office and other partners, wish to work with development trusts to investigate local environments.
By taking part in this prestigious programme, your community organisation will have the opportunity to learn new skills, team up with top scientists, produce your own biodiversity report and take a fresh look at the place you live in.
Every 6 months your community will get the chance to investigate a different aspect of your local environment, including climate change, biodiversity and air, soil and water quality, ably supported by specialised toolkits, training and a regionally based “community scientist.”
Registration will take place in October, with the programme beginning early in 2009 with soil and earthworms, and running until 2011.
There are a limited number of places available on this high profile project – express your interest now by completing the slip below!
For more information contact Rosy Hearn on 0845 458 8336 or email r.hearn@dta.org.uk.
