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Bat’s the way to do it: Aggregate Industries rehome rare bat species

[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 18, 2021 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in Industry, Environment, Excellence Awards

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As part of the Institute of Quarrying Spotlight on Excellence #spotexcellence campaign, Aggregate Industries told us about their recent success in rehoming bats. This is their story.

While the coronavirus pandemic is presenting numerous challenges for conservation efforts and improved biodiversity across the UK, one success story is Aggregate Industries recent work on its Westleigh Quarry in Devon. The leading construction materials supplier helped to protect two rare bat specifies as part of its plans to develop the site. Here, Simon Wiltshire, Biodiversity and Restoration Advisor, tells you all you need to know.

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The industry can address climate change challenges

[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 15, 2021 3:37:05 PM / by James Thorne posted in Industry, Environment

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This year will see some significant events taking place in the UK that will help shape the key environmental challenge of climate change.

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