CUE - Blue Loop Sheffield Flashcards
1
Q
Why was regenerated needed, whats the history?
A
It was the largest producer of Steel in the 19C 90% global= the River Don was polluted with iron oxide.
1950/60S the river had 2m foam detergant from cotton= the river had little biodiversity+high pollution:acid, tar, toxic heavy metals, sewage
2
Q
Who was the restoration completated by?
A
- Sheffield Development Corporation
- British Waterways
- Funding by Natural England and National Lottery
- Friends of The Blue Loop
- River Stewardship Company
3
Q
What restoration took place?
A
- Rejuvenating 13km of waterfront-clean
- Encouraging biodiversity by restoring natural ecosystems
- Clearing non-native species ie Japanese knot-weed
- Engaging local communities through volunteering and recreation
4
Q
Which SUDs where implemented and why?
A
- Flooding in 2007 resulting in 2 dead and £millions in damage
- Part of the blue loop scheme is to reduce flooding
- Increase wetland areas and vegetation- now otters
- Sustainable living, green roofs, improve appearance of buildings
5
Q
Overall conclusion?
A
ME successful- mostly done through volunteers=need maintenance -has made it a place to go nice waterfront.
-introduced otters = clean water now, up biodiversity.
