Aviva to help fund floating ecosystem in River Ouse

Written by Adam Cadle

17/10/2024

Aviva has teamed up with local charities St Nicks and York Cares to help fund a floating ecosystem in the River Ouse.

The pontoon-like structure will help improve water quality and increase biodiversity and vegetation in the river, which will attract wildlife that live in and on the Ouse. By introducing more natural wetland habitats, aquatic life will be encouraged to feed and shelter around the structure, as well as giving birds a place to rest and nest.

Holly Hennell, in her role as Aviva’s Community Impact Manager in York, said: “We’re delighted to play a part in this exciting initiative alongside St Nicks and York Cares. Aviva is committed to supporting local environmental initiatives that help boost sustainability for our community to help them get ready for the future.

“Our Aviva colleagues will be using their volunteering hours to plant and launch the ecosystem into the river, and we’re looking forward to watching the structure spring into life in the future.”

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