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Funding announced for natural flood management
40 projects across England are set to benefit from £25 million of funding to use nature to increase flood resilience.
Community, charity and council projects will use natural processes like planting trees and creating wetlands to reduce the risk of flooding.
natural flood management processes protect, restore, and mimic the natural functions of catchments, floodplains and the coast to slow and store water.
Severn Rivers Trust will carry out a mixture of natural flood management measures in the headwaters of Illey Brook, near Halesowen in the West Midlands. The works will ocus on soil and land management – slowing and storing surface water runoff, while also reducing soil erosion and supporting agriculture. New woodland areas and hedgerows will be created to support wetland complexes and the creation of new habitats.
Environment Agency chair Alan Lovell said: "It’s exciting to see such appetite for Natural Flood Management, recognising its value in providing not only benefits against flood risk but also wider support for nature recovery.
"I’m proud of the role the Environment Agency is playing in leading this pioneering programme. We look forward to working with partners to help natural techniques become a mainstream option for flood protection and help create more climate resilient places.
Floods Minister Robbie Moore said: "It’s vital we use nature as an ally in our work to become ready for climate change, helping to restore the natural environment and protecting homes and businesses. That’s why we’re funding the biggest-ever investment in natural flood management – and it’s great to see the huge demand.
"These schemes will complement traditional bricks-and-mortar defences, all funded by our £5.2 billion flood programme. This programme is one more part of our plan to bolster flood resilience and shield communities – all whilst boosting biodiversity, restoring habitats and protecting the environment for future generations."
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