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Holding water companies to account: Improving how we measure and report on water company performance Joining Forces for Nature: Tree Seed Collection at Nant Ffrancon Gofod Glas: Exploring our connection to freshwater in the Conwy catchment From hidden invaders to 2,000 new trees – celebrating a year of wins on the Upper Wye Join us in delivering Wales’ most ambitious environmental and infrastructure programme yet How our Pollution Risk Forecasting helps you enjoy Wales bathing waters safely Protecting water and soil with sustainable farming Dry weather updates 2025 Walking in our shoes in Swansea, south west Wales Innovative research shines a light on behaviour of young salmon Wales Nature week – supporting healthy rivers A new approach to how we respond to pollution incidents Joint investigation helps to track down drainage issues in Llangollen Helping the River Dee thrive: How NRW is making a difference How wood is helping to restore river habitat The devastating consequences of wildfires in Wales No Mow May: why we're letting the grass grow Wildlife in full spring at coastal National Nature Reserves Festival of the Sea increases ocean awareness Promising results so far for LIFE World Water Day 2025: Celebrating a year of projects to improve the health of Wales’s water and wildlife Artist’s “Peaty Patterns” showcase the wonders of Welsh quaking bogs Five years since the February 2020 floods: Reflecting on the past, preparing for the future Natur am Byth needs you! – How volunteering can help Wales’ most endangered species The Natur am Byth Trainee Scheme All-Wales code of conduct for bait collection SoNaRR 2025 – the evidence informing how we should protect and enhance our natural resources One barrier at a time for our Atlantic Salmon How businesses can prevent pollution on industrial sites Magical Mammals: A team effort to protect North Wales’ native wildlife Wales Outdoor Learning Week - 28 April to 4 May 2025 The life of an NRW Workplace Recycling Officer NRW’s quick response to beetle threat proves successful but we must remain vigilant Expanding our evidence on nutrient pollution of the water environment Why you should get out over the coming weeks and embrace autumn’s triumphant display Restoring our rivers - how wood can be part of the solution What are River Basin Management Plans, and why should you get involved? Living on the edge In the Quiet of the Night: Counting Bats for Conservation Workplace Recycling – NRW approaches to regulating Five ways to boost health and well-being through nature Nature’s symphony: the benefits of natural sounds South Central celebrates Wales Nature Week 2024 The Delicate World of Dormice Rejuvenating the dunes at Gronant and Talacre Rhondda Fach Community Garden by Arts Factory Work continues to boost Llantysilio mountain 5 ways the outdoors can help us cope with loneliness Supporting the Wrexham Forest Partnership and their Woodland Connections Week Helping more people access the outdoors Peterlea’s learning voyage of discovery into how places change Sands of LIFE Conference 2024 How can boulders restore rivers? World Fish Migration Day – Sea lamprey Why walking is great for your health and well-being Nature based learning blossoms at Ysgol Abercarn, Caerphilly What do the ‘Belties’ have to do with the rarest butterfly in Wales? A teacher’s perspective - putting NRW’s educator training into practice The state of our groundwater in Wales – why we monitor it and what it is telling us about groundwater levels The state of our groundwater in Wales – An assessment of groundwater quality Our Forests, our future Spend time outdoors to put a spring in your step Fourth river pollution summit focusses on conservation and innovation to protect Wales’s Special Area of Conservation rivers Responding to the Sustainable Farming Scheme NRW celebrates maritime pioneers on International Women’s Day The evolution of river restoration NRW experts take to the stage at Welsh Marine Evidence Conference Preparing for and responding to the autumn-winter storms Improving beach access while protecting dynamic dune systems Become a hedgehog hero Ysgol Bro Dinefwr year 6 transition week in nature Regulating the water industry: Why we will always prioritise the best outcome for Wales’s environment Guidance for waste collectors and handlers: Separated waste collections Natur am Byth blog – Jan 2024 NRW marine experts to speak at Coastal Futures conference Wales Outdoor Learning Week - 22 to 28 April 2024 Connect to nature in winter Safeguarding our Special Area of Conservation rivers for future generations Balloon releases and the horrific damage they can cause to wildlife and their habitats Using science to tackle invasive species Festive Welsh winter traditions NRW Response to Nature and Us: The Shared Vision for Wales How we are improving water quality at Rhyl’s Marine Lake and across Denbighshire NRW urges action on climate emergency as COP28 gets under way The National Forest for Wales is growing – come and explore a woodland near you Tackling the Teifi – landowners, industries and regulators join forces for pilot ‘demonstrator catchment’ project Deadline looms for new permit applications for some boilers, engines, generators and turbines What’s special about Talacre? Restoring Britain’s pine martens: a position from Natural England, NatureScot and Natural Resources Wales Improving our regulation of storm overflows Get outside in autumn for your well-being Sampling our shores: Reflections on the end of a challenging bathing water season A fresh approach – Ysgol Bro Banw pupils investigate the cost effectiveness of growing their own Project SIARC wins the National Lottery’s Wales Project of the Year 2023 The latest State of Nature Healthy Travel Wales Day 2023  Restoring River Clywedog: Removing Barriers to Fish Migration Monitoring Llantysilio Mountain’s recovery from fire damage Calling all marine specialists or those with an interest in offshore renewable energy – we have opportunities you may want to consider! Separated waste collections for workplaces Nature’s Recovery - how our Nature Networks Programme is contributing to turning the tide on our natural treasures Why don’t you…try ecotherapy? Rare leeches find home in dune pools at Newborough Lixwm school pupils investigate planning application’s impact on natural environment Putting NRW webinar training into practice - St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Flint Show me the data! Sands of LIFE work update from our dunes down south Summer walking: health benefits and top tips Bait collection research to help marine protected areas Meet your National Forest for Wales Liaison Officers! Small changes by farmers can make a BIG difference for our rivers ‘Shipwrecked in Costa Del Sychdyn’ – pupils survive with only the Curriculum for Wales to support them Project to monitor and reduce ammonia emissions from agriculture The devastating impacts of wildfires on Wales’ natural environment Celebrate unique landscapes on World Sand Dune Day Biosecurity planning to prevent invasive species in six of Wales’ Marine Protected Areas Getting green fingered with Greenway Primary Creating cycling opportunities for everyone on NRW’s trails North East Wales National Park Designation New NRW placement opportunities for graduates Biodiversity - From Agreement to Action We’re hiring! Come and work at Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre Global Accessibility Awareness Day Interested in a career that helps to maintain and enhance the environment through regulation? Find out about opportunities within our Permitting Service #Team NRW Exciting Opportunities to join the Industry Regulation Team Important dune systems come alive with wildlife as summer approaches Teacher describes flytipping investigation during Wales Outdoor Learning Week as “one of the most memorable, AMAZING weeks in my teaching career!” World Curlew Day 2023: Fighting to save curlew as a breeding species in Wales How you can help protect birds at National Nature Reserve We’re hiring! Do you think you have what it takes to join our Telemetry team? Study into birds at Newborough enters tenth year Helping our sea and coasts this World Wildlife Day Sowing the seeds of an early connection to nature through the Healthy and Sustainable Preschool Scheme Developing a whole setting approach to learning in, about and for the natural environment Wales must switch gears to adapt to growing flood risk You’ll love our new data portal How to catch a glimpse of the ravens on show at Newborough The wonder of wetlands: Nature’s helping hand in reducing pollution Why this year’s MineXchange Conference cannot be missed if you work in mine recovery in Wales Embracing the joys of winter with your learners ‘Teen’ing’ up – Project drags teens off screens and offers Conwy families opportunities to get outdoors Six grant funded projects to help people in Mid Wales reconnect with nature NRW's work helping Wales' water wonders Give a gift for the planet to help nature and people thrive Blog post: Brand new jobs in digital, data, and technology Why we need to review our regulatory charges Waste-free Christmas tips Blog: Nature Networks Backing Wrexham County Borough Council’s tree pledge COP15 – Now is the time to act for nature Hiring a Forest Resource Planner in Mid Wales! Ocean Literacy - our connection to our seas Creating new and resilient woodlands Restoring LIFE back into four rivers in Wales Human Resources roles at NRW – call for applications Celebrating the successes of the Living Levels programme Managing our natural environment in South East Wales: our enforcement work 5 ways to boost health and well-being through nature Wales’ diverse and important geology highlighted on UNESCO International Geodiversity Day Experts gather in Aberystwyth to create lasting legacy for peatlands Quaking bogs get new lease of LIFE Waste Regulation : On placement with teamNRW Increased role for outdoor learning and natural environment in new school curriculum Vital Sands of LIFE works continue at Tywyn Aberffraw Sands of LIFE summer and autumn work update for sand dunes around South Wales Boosting the sand dunes of Ardudwy this summer and autumn Ecological Enhancement of Coastal Structures Analytical services: On placement with #TeamNRW How you can protect and enjoy inland waters Healthy Hillsides Call for evidence to inform the development of NRW’s approach to regulating the release of gamebirds (common pheasant and red-legged partridge) in Wales Ringing Osprey chicks on the Llyn Clywedog nest Boost your health and well-being by connecting with nature Celebrating World Sand Dune Day Become a National Forest Woodland Liaison Officer Benthyg Penarth – borrow don’t buy! World Oceans Day – Marine Monitoring on Higher Education Placement Nature networks jobs - call for applications Monitoring Sea fans at Skomer marine conservation zone Why climate change is so hard to swallow for our summer visitors Celebrate the Wales Coast Path’s 10th anniversary with a treasured memento North Wales local heroes event brings communities together New Marine Nature Networks Programme: Call for applications Helping visitors with disabilities decide if a trail is right for them Virtual fencing trial begins at Newborough National Nature Reserve Invasive Non-Native Species Week 2022: Celebrating the eDNA Banwy Crayfish Study Controlling Cotoneaster across North Wales Kickstarting my career with NRW’s help Celebrating 10 years of the Wales Coast Path For Peat’s Sake! Managing our natural environment in South East Wales New peatland exhibition and artwork launched in Tregaron Fencing work to safeguard and enhance the important habitats at Kenfig Rivers under the spotlight A look at the work funded by NRW We’re building for the future, could you be a part of it? Wales Outdoor Learning Week 2022 World Water Day 2022 International Day of Forests : Celebrating sustainability Reflecting on progress on World Wildlife Day Improving the Flood Alert Service Wales Coastal Monitoring Centre Responding and recovering from Storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin Why are conifers being removed from the dunes at Morfa Harlech The benefits of apprenticeships Diving into marine conservation: On placement with #TeamNRW Carving out a career in forestry Blog from the bog – Peat Bogs: A Climate Crucible Blog from the bog - Sharing LIFE’s lessons Welsh Language Rights Day – 7th December 2021 How we create new and resilient woodlands Blog from the bog – Then and now, the changing face of peatland conservation Exciting new job opportunities to join #TeamNRW in our brand-new Contract Management Support Service Further exciting job opportunities in flood and coastal risk management at #TeamNRW Our Coast and Seas Grey seals: How to watch them, be near them, and autumnal storms Kickstart your career with our placement opportunities Work in forests or woodlands in Wales? We want to hear from you The ECHOES project – researching the effects of climate change on bird habitats along the Irish Sea Becoming Nature Positive – for people and planet An Alga That Caught The Eye! The reasons behind the Sands of LIFE project’s work to remove conifers from the dunes at Whiteford Burrows Bog moss identification – rediscovering a gem! ‘Cyfoeth: The NRW Environment Podcast’ to launch in September 2021 How the Sands of LIFE project will be boosting sand dunes around South Wales Sands of LIFE summer and autumn work update from Newborough Exciting opportunities to give nature a helping hand Blog from the bog - Trees are good but bog is better Natura 2000 Day – a valuable network of important and special sites Blog from the bog - Learning whilst working Mending minds - the benefits of a 'dose of nature' for mental health First World Sand Dune Day to be held 25 June 2021 Sands of LIFE work update from Newborough Breathing LIFE back into our rare bogs in Wales Restoration work shows encouraging results LIFE Dee River Virtual Fish Hatchery Monitoring the restoration of Wales’ lowland raised bogs Continuing the fight against fly-tipping during the pandemic Sands of LIFE project to remove scrub and revitalise Newborough’s dune grasslands Wales’ Blue Carbon offsetting and the climate emergency LIFE achievements Bog moss top trumps - Cors Fochno and its sphagnums What impact has lockdown had on the Sands of LIFE project? Continuing to care for our environment despite Covid 19 More time for our bogs! Earth Day 2020 - LIFE Welsh Raised Bogs Storm Dennis - one of the most devastating storms to hit Wales in recent history Right plant, right place Get out and about on World Wetlands Day on Sunday 2 February 2020 A view from the bog – a volunteer’s story New opportunities for nature.... Rejuvenating our sand dunes The Humble Urchin The Unsung Cockle Heroes From clog making to conservation Coming home to Welsh soil Traditional management at Penhow Woodlands Cooperating to save a lichen Helping pollinators at Cors Caron Monmouthshire learners connect with their cynefin Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi – caring faithfully for their Cynefin Growing and nurturing a sustainable ‘Dyfodol’ at Brynteg Comprehensive School, Bridgend Llangennech freight train derailment - One year on Consolidation and review of environmental permit for Chirk 'Kronospan' Particleboard factory