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May, May, May
We’re half way through 2024 already. The year’s flying by so it’s important to make sure we’re taking some time to reflect back on all the great things we’ve been up to, both in and out of work! This covers the highlights of the latter, with some of the best bits of May – the…
Read MoreWelcome Megan!
We are delighted to introduce Megan Pond, who has joined our team as a Graduate Air Quality Consultant. Megan graduated with a first-class BSc in Chemistry from the University of York in 2023. Throughout her studies, Megan completed modules in atmospheric and environmental chemistry which has sparked her interest in air quality. Megan’s dissertation focused…
Read MoreSCAIL User-Guide Updated
Simple Calculation of Atmospheric Impact Limits from Agricultural Sources (SCAIL-Agriculture) is an important screening tool that can be used to assess impacts to human health and environmental designations from agricultural sources. With increased focus on reducing agricultural ammonia emissions in the UK Government’s 2019 Clean Air Strategy, there is an increasing requirement for agricultural developments…
Read MoreApril Update
As we finally get to enjoy some warm weather and make use of the cold setting on the aircon systems, we wanted to drop a quick line to reflect on April, ‘cos it’s been a good one: Catrin completed her first full month with the company and is quickly developing most-excellent skills in the ammonia…
Read MoreAir Pollutant Concentrations Linked to Decreased Hospital Admissions
New research finds that reductions in air pollutant concentrations during the Covid-19 pandemic led to a 42% reduction in asthma hospital admissions within Oxford. The study analysed monthly hospital admissions for adults with a primary diagnosis of acute asthma, from the beginning of 2015 to the end of 2020. Hourly air pollutant concentrations of nitrogen…
Read MoreAir Quality and Environmental Impact Assessment
In our latest news story, we look into air quality and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and how atmospheric emissions are considered throughout the process. What is an Environmental Impact Assessment? An Environmental Impact Assessment comprises and assessment of likely significant environmental impacts from a development. These are governed by the Town and Country Planning (Environmental…
Read MoreWelcome Catrin!
We are delighted to welcome Catrin Rathbone as a Graduate Air Quality Consultant in the Manchester team. Catrin graduated with a first-class BSc in Environmental Science from the University of Birmingham in 2022. Her dissertation focused on investigating factors affecting ammonia emissions from synthetic fertiliser usage in the UK and Ireland. Following this, Catrin decided…
Read MoreBristol Office Open!
We are delighted to announce that Redmore Environmental has officially found a home in Bristol. The office is located in close proximity to Bristol Harbour, Cabot Circus and just a short walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station, providing a perfect location to enjoy all that Bristol has to offer. We are located at: Whitefriars…
Read MoreConstruction Dust Assessments Guidance Updated
Construction Dust Assessments continue to play a vital part in tackling the issue of air pollution associated with new developments across the UK. With the increasing research into health and amenity impacts as a result of dust emissions generated during construction, a requirement for updated guidance and methodologies to assess their impact has emerged. In…
Read MoreGreater Manchester’s Unique Clean Air Zone
The Greater Manchester unique Clean Air Zone (CAZ) has recently been proposed in order to bring air pollution in-line with national targets by the 2026 deadline. The Greater Manchester unique Clean Air Zone, if approved, would be investment-led; in contrast to the charging-based system adopted by other cities throughout the UK. What is a Clean…
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