Tag: Natural Resources Wales (NRW)

New Water Quality Data Sheds Light On Health Of Rivers In Wales

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Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has published new data showing modest improvements in phosphorus levels in Welsh Special Area of Conservation (SAC) rivers, with 50% of waterbodies now meeting targets compared to 39% in 2021. Of the 122 assessed water bodies, 17 improved to passing status while 5 fell out of compliance. Despite these improvements, the number of whole SAC river catchments with non-compliances has increased from five to seven, with the Afon Gwyrfai and Afon Eden rivers now each having one failing water body. This means development restrictions will be…

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Using nature-based solutions to support Water Quality Improvements in Pembrokeshire

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A Natural Resources Wales (NRW) project on the Western Cleddau river in Pembrokeshire is utilizing tree planting to combat nutrient pollution and enhance water quality. Approximately 6,500 trees have been planted along the riverbanks near its confluence with the Eastern Cleddau to absorb excess nutrients from agricultural runoff. These tree corridors, averaging 14 meters in width, serve as buffer strips between farmland and the river and have been established on non-productive land with the landowner’s support. In addition to improving the river’s health, the new trees will connect with existing…

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NRW Publishes Interim State Of Natural Resources Report

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Experts at Natural Resources Wales (NRW) are calling for urgent and collective action to address the degradation of natural resources in Wales, as outlined in the interim State of Natural Resources Report (SoNaRR 2025). This report highlights the pressing challenges posed by climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, threatening both the environment and community well-being. The full SoNaRR 2025 report will be published at the end of 2025, providing a comprehensive evidence base for sustainable resource management in Wales. The interim report emphasizes the need for immediate action to reverse…

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