Biodiversity & the Built Environment: Irish Case Studies Catalogue

This collection of ten case studies showcases practical examples of how biodiversity can be enhanced through construction, housing, public infrastructure and community projects across Ireland. The publication highlights real projects that demonstrate how nature-based solutions and regenerative design can help create healthier, more sustainable places while delivering benefits for people, wildlife and local communities.

The case studies were developed in collaboration with more than 20 organisations from across Ireland’s construction, housing, planning and environmental sectors. Contributors included Cairn Homes, Clúid Housing, Glenveagh, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, Monaghan County Council, Cork County Council, The Heritage Council, National Biodiversity Data Centre, River Basin Management Service (former LAWPRO), Tuath Housing, and many others. Together, these partners have created a valuable resource that showcases proven approaches to integrating biodiversity into the built environment. The publication provides practical inspiration for developers, designers, local authorities and policymakers seeking to embed nature-positive solutions into future projects and support the transition towards more regenerative towns and cities.

The catalogue is authored by Irene Rondini and Marion Jammet of the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) as part of the Construct Innovate Seed Fund project Building Regenerative Towns & Cities. The project was funded by Construct Innovate and supported by the Land Development Agency. The publication also drew on the expertise of biodiversity and built environment specialists, including Susan Vickers, alongside contributors from the IGBC team and a multidisciplinary steering group representing industry, government and environmental organisations.