Green Infrastructure Assessments

Green Infrastructure Assessments

Green Infrastructure (GI) is a connected network of green and blue spaces, from private gardens to nation nature reserves, that work together to support people, wildlife and the environment. These are normally used by local planning authorities to shape Local Plans or Biodiversity strategies.

Green Assessments look at all the below aspects:

Parks and Gardens - public and private green spaces for people and nature.

Green roofs & Walls - vegetation on buildings to cool cities and improve air.

Wetlands & Swales - Natural features that manage water and support wildlife.

Ecological Corridors - Connected pathways that help species move and thrive.

Rivers & Coasts - Natural water systems that protect and enrich landscapes.

All of these aspects help with water management, clearer air, cooler cities, people's heath & wellbeing and connectivity.

Urban Greening Factor (UGF)

UGF is a planning tool used in the UK to ensure new developments include meaningful green infrastructure. It measures the quantity and quality of green features in a proposed scheme, helping planners and developers deliver greener, healthier places.