Issue 37

Interview, Claudia Watts

Interview, Claudia Watts

I’ve been in this role for 16 and a half years now. It was originally only supposed to be a temporary 6 month contract, but I enjoyed the cross-over of working both for GiGL and within The Royal Parks, so just stayed. At The Royal Parks, I work within the Ecology/Biodiversity team…

How GiGL Delivers Social Impact

How GiGL Delivers Social Impact

We enable our networks to make data-driven decisions, from shaping policy and planning, to supporting research and conservation efforts, and contributing to London’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy and biodiversity net gain initiatives. Here we explore how GiGL delivers social impact, with recent examples…

The Impact of GiGL as a Social Enterprise

The Impact of GiGL as a Social Enterprise

Being a social enterprise is at the heart of how we operate and why we do what we do. It shapes our values, our business model, and the impact we have on London’s environment and communities…

London’s Axiophytes – the whys and wherefores

London’s Axiophytes – the whys and wherefores

Axiophytes, which translates to “worthy plants”, aren’t necessarily rare or widespread. Instead, they’re plants that act as ecological storytellers, indicating habitats with high conservation value…

London Day of Nature 2024: Part 2

London Day of Nature 2024: Part 2

From inspiring talks to stimulating discussions, London Day of Nature again left us assured of the knowledge, skill and generosity of the naturalist community in London. While none are in short supply in London, the day showed the need for strategic thinking in the projects we individually and collectively choose to support…

London Day of Nature 2024: Part 1

London Day of Nature 2024: Part 1

On Saturday 26th October 2024, ecological enthusiasts across London united together once more for a truly wonderful celebration of nature in our capital. Thank you to everyone who came along to London Day of Nature 2024…