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Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
1M ago
A guest blog by Dr Fiona Holland, from the School of Psychology at the University of Derby Nurturing a connection with nature has long-term benefits for children. This blog explains how research in this area has led to the creation ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
1M ago
By Miles Richardson, Yves Hayaux Du Tilly and Carly Butler. Many businesses are committing to zero carbon targets, and some have committed to becoming ‘nature positive’. This Zero Carbon: Max Nature strategy recognises the two key elements of the environmental ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
3M ago
When close to someone it is natural to worry when they are unwell. So, it makes sense that people who are closer to nature are worried about biodiversity loss and climate change. Given one benefit of increasing nature connection is ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
3M ago
After a few years of hibernation, our Nature Connections conference is back 24 & 25th June 2024 for a 6th instalment! Since 2015 the event has taken place at the University of Derby, however, this year we’re heading to a ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
5M ago
Our relationship with nature is failing. Staggering declines in biodiversity, together with climate change show the negative impact of human behaviour over generations. Globally, institutions are recognising the need to fix the human-nature relationship. Here in the UK, we’ve got ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
5M ago
Everyday noticing and appreciation of the more-than-human world is vital for developing a sense of nature connectedness. Yet, a 2020 study by University of Derby and the National Trust found that in the United Kingdom, people often don’t pay attention ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
6M ago
A lot of research compares green spaces to urban spaces and the benefits of green over urban are widely recognised. However, might some people be better adapted to urban spaces? Do city lovers need a different nature prescription to nature ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
6M ago
A collaboration between Ochre Dawn, Ben Bowen (Indigenous Literacy Foundation), Araceli Camargo (Centric Lab), Professor Miles Richardson (University of Derby) and Dr Jake M. Robinson (Flinders University). Languages can be a powerful tool to relate to and interconnect with the ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
8M ago
Last week the Government pledged to ‘boost Britain’s access to nature’ and ‘connect the public with the natural world’. This commitment includes funding to encourage more children to spend time outdoors and the establishment of a new National Park. The ..read more
Finding Nature | Good for nature, good for you
9M ago
Since 1970 there’s been a shocking 79% average decline in species – including gorillas, orangutans, hornbills, and so many more – that rely on forests for survival. The new Forest Stripes show the crisis facing our world’s forests in one ..read more