News and highlights

Learn more about our most recent research highlights from Planning and Environmental Management.

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Nature Recovery Network

Manchester expert involved in launch of England’s Nature Recovery Network.
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Water Consumption

Coronavirus lockdown caused dramatic changes in water consumption, research finds.
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Levelling Up

Report calls for a £375bn new deal to ‘level up’ the United Kingdom.
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Canals help UK cope with the climate emergency

Research has explored the beneficial effects of canal water cooling urban areas.
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Urban Parks

Urban parks can be a lifeline if we respect lockdown rules.
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Policy Blogs

Read our most recent blogs on urban policy over on Policy@Manchester.