Posts by Ella Coen
BNG, One Year On
As we look back on the first anniversary of the UK’s Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) policy, Vertical Meadow stands at the forefront of integrating genuine ecological value into urban landscapes. Our living walls transcend mere aesthetics; they serve as vital habitats that contribute directly to biodiversity enhancement. Understanding Biodiversity Net Gain The BNG policy, enacted…
Read MoreNew Year, New Shoots
Growing Biodiversity in 2025 As we step into 2025, the team at Vertical Meadow is filled with excitement for the opportunities ahead. We replaced our trial panels at VMHQ before Christmas and were inspired upon seeing new shoots when we arrived back in the new year! Creating Sustainable Green Spaces At Vertical Meadow, we integrate…
Read MoreNew partnership with Sotech to launch ‘Optima Meadow’
We are thrilled to introduce to the UK market our innovative ‘living wall’ rainscreen cladding solution ‘Optima Meadow’ – developed in collaboration with leading rainscreen manufacturer Sotech. Combining our tried and tested living wall technology with Sotech’s market-leading cladding system, Optima Meadow is designed to enhance urban environments and reintroduce wildlife to our densely populated…
Read MoreVertical Meadow’s new cladding system will help meet Biodiversity Net Gain
Despite the news that the government is delaying Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) as a mandatory part of the planning system in England until January 2024, we remain undeterred. We’ve been busy working with some remarkable clients and collaborators following this summer’s launch of our new Vertical Meadow Cladding system – a patented and revolutionary facade…
Read MoreCommon misconceptions associated with living facades and green walls
As more and more of the world’s population transition from rural and naturally vegetated areas to urban centres, we must find new and innovative ways to better integrate nature into our ever-expanding cities. While green roofs and parks serve as valuable means of achieving this goal, vast amounts of vertical space remain largely untapped. Green…
Read MoreBiodiversity Net Gain – Solutions for Developers and Designers
Last week, we hosted a panel discussion focusing on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – where we deliberated the complexities of balancing development with biodiversity conservation. We debated over whether BNG could result in less than optimal nature-based solutions being delivered in urban development projects and weighed up how collaboration between developers, local authorities, environmental organisations…
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