In this podcast we focus on SUDS ( Sustainable Urban Drainage systems) and how, a well designed SUDS scheme can increase the biodiversity within a scheme.
Useful links relating to the podcast:
- https://www.robertbrayassociates.co.uk
- As mentioned at the end of the podcast, Bob recommend the book by Gary Grant ( Episode 1). "Landscape and Urban Design for Bats and Biodiversity"
- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Landscape-Urban-Design-Bats-Biodiversity/dp/1872745970.
- The bible for the SUDS industry, The SUDS Manual, can be downloaded here:https://www.ciria.org/ItemDetail?iProductCode=C753F&Category=FREEPUBS
- Also a helpful and informative SUDS design guide created by Robert Bray Assciates https://www.wyreforestdc.gov.uk/media/3586200/Redditch-SuDS-DESIGN-EVALUATION.PDF
Bob's Bio.
Bob has practiced as a landscape architect for over 40 years specialising in biodiverse and sustainable landscapes. A life-long interest in aquatic environments, wildlife and botany led naturally to Bob becoming a pioneer of Creative Rainwater Management - also known as Sustainable Drainage Systems or SuDS - in the UK.
