Promoting Adaptation to Changing Coasts (PACCo) is a cross-border initiative financially supported by the ERDF's Interreg VA France (Channel) England programme.
PACCo in numbers! 🔢
As they head towards completion, here's a snapshot of what PACCo has achieved across our two sites, the #LowerOtterRestorationProject in Devon, and #BasseSaane2050 project in Normandy.
Find out how here ➡️ https://t.co/FRhgu9eGf6
Environmental monitoring & evaluation are essential to #climateadaptation schemes. They shape design & delivery & ensure impacts are positive, well managed & maintained. Check out chapter 9 of the #PACCoGuide for an overview of monitoring methods & tools: https://t.co/smOZeijVLz
Effective #climateadaptation must consider the #socioeconomic impacts of changing coasts 🏖️🌊
Find how to ensure effective engagement, and socioeconomic benefits in restoration and adaptation schemes in Chapter 3 of the PACCo Guide here 📘 - https://t.co/smOZeijVLz
Take a look at this excellent summary video on the PACCo project and its purpose from @floodandcoast 2023, where PACCo was recognised as "The first European adaptation project of this scale…enhancing ecosystem services and bringing socioeconomic benefits to two focus sites.”
A great bird to have visiting LORP today an adult spoonbill thank you to @WiseBirding for the heads up.
# lowerotterrestorationproject
@PACCoInterreg@ClintonDevon
Sorry about the poor photos
@robinmmorrison@WiseBirding Thanks Robin! The project aims to provide a haven for wildlife, especially birds. In the coming years and as the site matures, we expect to see many different species using the site, including a wide variety of breeding and over wintering birds.
🏆🌊 Thrilled to share that #PACCo was presented with the #ClimateResilientInfrastructure Award at yesterday's #FloodandCoast2023 Excellence Awards!
Thank you to all our partners, funders, contractors, and supporters, who made PACCo possible, and a huge well done to the team 👏
Day 2 of #FloodandCoast2023 🌊 has delivered a host of fascinating seminars, including from PACCo's senior project manager, Lydia Burgess-Gamble, who took to the stage to share her insights on the project, #climateadaptation and the incredible potential of #naturebasedsolutions
New article - @PACCoInterreg publishes its guide to successful climate adaptation.
The project has developed an internationally replicable model, which it estimates 70 estuarine sties in northern France and southern England alone could benefit from
https://t.co/0UwSfNHWlu
Don't miss out on @CIEEM's Summer Conference on 13 July & the many innovative #wetland#restorationprojects that will be showcased by a variety of experts, including PACCo & our wildlife & habitat restoration specialists, Mike Williams @EnvAgencySW & Sam Bridgewater @ClintonDevon
Mike Williams and Samuel Bridgewater will discuss the Lower Otter Restoration Project, which will deliver a restored wetland to make it more resilient to sea level rise and other impacts of climate change at our Summer Conference.
Book now 👉 https://t.co/eanA2tdC6b
@EnvAgencySW
Interested in learning about the benefits of #NaturalCapital and how to use these approaches in your own climate adaptation projects? Then we've got you covered! Chapter 5 of the #PACCoGuide on ‘Funding and Natural Capital’ contains all you need to know: https://t.co/smOZeijVLz
By increasing implementation of #climateadaptation & #restorationprojects like PACCo, restoring our planet’s vital #ecosystems & preserving wetland biodiversity, we contribute to the protection of our coasts & the incredible 40% of all plants & wildlife that call them home 💧💙
Today is #InternationalBiodiversityDay.
Every day natural habitat & #biodiversity loss grows, including wetlands, which house a rich variety of fauna & flora & play a crucial role in #coastalresilience. In fact, approx ¼ of #wetland species are at risk of extinction 🐟��🦆🌿 ⬇️
Do you find water calming? You're not alone.
Our research shows that just 10 minutes spent near a wetlands can boost your mood.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, embrace the healing power of #nature!
🌳Nature offers respite from the busyness of life & works wonders for #wellbeing
💧Water calms our senses & helps wash away worries
💚Biodiversity boots happiness
🏃♂️Exercise in nature improves health & mood