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16: Riverbank Stabilisation - what do you need to do

16: Riverbank Stabilisation - what do you need to do

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 Riverbank stabilisation features can been a key solution to protecting riverbanks and safeguarding key agricultural land. In this podcast episode we chat with Helen Reid, Senior Hydromorphologist from SEPA and Alex Pirie from SAC Consulting about schemes throughout Scotland, the practical and technical elements land managers need to know before approaching a project and potential funding paths that are currently open.

Supporting material

  • AECS capital option Restoring (Protecting) River Banks
  • SEPA design guide https://www.sepa.org.uk/media/219450/bank_protection_guidance.pdf
  • Videos showing the sites after installation Sustainable riverbank protection | Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
  • Farming and Water Scotland Natural Flood Management page https://www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/managing-water/natural-flood-management/
  • Wild Trout Trust flume video showing different types of bank protection Rebalancing bank erosion rates
  • Farm Advisory Service - Water Management https://www.fas.scot/environment/water-management/
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