How Grey to Green has transformed Sheffield city centre

‘I can’t think of anywhere in the world that has this level of horticultural and aesthetic sophistication’

Good afternoon members — and welcome to Friday’s newsletter.

Today we have a piece about the Grey to Green project in Sheffield city centre. The scheme came about as a direct result of the floods of 2007, and the science behind how it slows water discharge into the River Don is fascinating.

As well as flood prevention, the project has also enhanced the b…