Pillars of support for Derby’s biodiversity

Biodiversity is set to flourish in Derby as 15 new Living Pillars are installed across the city centre, bringing natural beauty into urban spaces. Living pillars are self-contained vertical habitats attach to existing lamp posts and signage columns, supporting pollinators and improving the look and feel of the city. Operatives install a Living Pillar to a lamp post in Derby Powered by solar energy, each pillar is self-sufficient, collecting and recycling rainwater to keep its plants healthy year-round. In addition to their environmental benefits, the pillars will support wayfinding throughout…

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