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 BiodiversityWhat is Biodiversity?In the simplest of terms biodiversity literally means the diversity of life. In scientific circles it refers to the diversity of life in all forms. For example plants, fungi, bacteria, other micro-organisms, invertebrate animals (like insects and worms), vertebrates (animals with backbones) like birds and mammals including you and I.Why is Biodiversity important to people?Biodiversity is important to people because we depend on other species and the ecosystems they create. Biodiversity gives us: Ecosystem services, such as the fresh air, clean water and productive soils that we need to survive.Food, medicines and natural products that keep us healthy.Economic benefits that maintain a healthy economy. Without the products and services that diverse, natural systems provide, we would not be able to survive, let alone prosper.Natural beauty that we enjoy and which plays a vital role in improving our quality of life.A community of life, with which we share planet Earth, and the opportunity to practice thoughtful stewardship.
What is the relationship between Nottingham City Council & Biodiversity?The city has over 400 Hectares of natural and semi natural area including woodlands, river corridors and post industrial land, most of which are accessible to the public and free to enjoy. There is also more wild space in the City that forms part of our parks or small but important wildlife stepping stones.Within the city boundary there are:- More than 70 geological and biological Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs) (External link to Nottingham City Council Website)8 Designated Local Nature Reserves (LNRs) with more on the way3 Nationally important Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs)
 Nottingham City Council's Commitment to BiodiversityNottingham City Council recognises its duty as a Local Authority and land owner to protect and enhance Biodiversity. It is our aim to ensure that everyone has a chance to enjoy and benefit from nature now and in the future. The Nature Conservation Officer provides advice and expertise to ensure that space is made for nature within city boundaries, ensuring that residents and visitors are able to enjoy a wealth of natural surroundings.By working in partnership with a number of external organisations such as such as Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, Environment Agency, Groundwork, BTCV, Natural England and the Sherwood Forest Trust, Nottingham City Council strives to play a proactive role across the City to help protect and enhance our Biodiversity and areas of natural greenspace. For more information about Nottingham City Council's commitment to Biodiversity, click here to download Ambitious for Wildlife |