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Biodiversity Net Gain Credits

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‘Biodiversity Net Gain Credits’ are a way to value plants, animals and habitats, so that their ecological worth can be bought and sold, thereby creating financial incentives for people to preserve them. Biodiversity Net Gain Credits are created and traded via a regulated market and can be used as a part of a development’s biodiversity offset requirement.This Link:civitynge.com Trading for Tomorrow: The Economics of Biodiversity Net Gain Credits In the long-term it is envisaged that on site and offsite BNG delivery will be able to be recorded in a national biodiversity gains sites register but this is not currently required under the Environment Act. Defra’s Make on-site biodiversity gains a developer requirement guidance suggests that significant enhancement of pre-development habitat on the development site is expected to be secured through planning conditions or planning obligations (or in future, conservation covenants). A developer may also choose to buy and use BNG credits to offset any loss of on-site habitat. To do this they need to carry out a survey and exploration of options using the statutory biodiversity metric. The result will tell them how many of the on-site ‘biodiversity units’ they need to make up and if they can’t meet this requirement on site, they will need to buy offsite units. The 3.1 metric is only the start, but there are alternatives that complement it. One of the most exciting is the rewilding project in the Lake District. It is bringing back woodland and heathland, restoring meadows and reintroducing predators – as well as making more space for people.

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Beauty Trends for 2022

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  As consumers become more discerning about the products they purchase, beauty brands are under pressure to provide transparency about ingredients, manufacturing practices and environmental impact. This trend has led to a new wave of personalisation where consumers want specific solutions for their skin, hair or body. We’ve already seen this with brands like ‘O.W.N’ skincare which uses AI to create personalised skincare formulas for different skin types and concerns, as well as at-home DIY beauty kits like those offered by the fast-growing startup FastAF, where consumers can get a curated selection of their go-to makeup and grooming products delivered to their door. Go here gcimagazine.com Another big beauty trend for 2022 is a return to naturalness, with many people ditching heavy foundation in favour of a more minimal look and focusing on enhancing their own features rather than covering them up. For example, long eyelashes are very much in vogue again this year and beauty influencers are highlighting the benefits of getting a professional lash extension treatment. Meanwhile, brushed up eyebrows and subtle blushes are making waves thanks to TikTok influencers. Beyond the Surface: Exploring Diversity and Inclusivity in Beauty Trends of 2022 At the other end of the spectrum, genderless body care is also booming. This trend is being driven by a desire to look after both your body and soul with nourishing, indulgent products. This is a space where brands are competing for attention with each other to deliver the most luxe and personalised packaging and products – think monogrammed lip gloss bottles, gold-plated lockets and hand creams that come in their own little jars.

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