Lancashire County Council, GB

Lancashire County Council, GB assesses tree health with an arborsonic tree decay detector

Council officials estimate trees at approximately one-third of county-managed highway sections. The £12,000 detector minimizes the need for time-intensive inspections through soundwave technology. Soundwaves sent through a tree identify hollow and rotten spots, resulting in a 3D map of the tree's interior. Each scan takes less than 10 minutes and enables accurate tracking of tree health over multiple scans. The county preserves healthy trees and reduces felling costs with the detector.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB evaluates the environmental benefits of biochar with pilot program

The pilot applies biochar to seven hectares of public land at two locations. Organic materials are heated to create biochar, thus capturing carbon dioxide otherwise sent into the atmosphere. Lancashire County Council produces biochar from household compost collections and trees cut down due to dieback disease. Biochar encourages the growth of new trees and plants through improved soil quality. The pilot's results will shape local council uses of biochar in parklands and green spaces.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB trials new approach for senior patients after hospital discharges

Discharged seniors with mental health illnesses stay at three council care homes for up to six weeks. On-site personnel evaluate long-term patient needs and communicate with carers about healthy home environments. The six-month program trains seniors to use smart devices and computers, thus supporting independent living. Lancashire County Council and regional NHS officials aim for increased hospital turnover rates and improved quality of life for participants.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB pilots Alchera's Pinch Point Analysis Tool for improved bus routes

PPAT was installed at 59 road junctions in the county's eastern communities for the trial. This technology analyzes sensor and Bus Open Data Service data using machine learning. Local officials and bus operators identify junction inefficiencies that may be corrected by road work, bus stop relocation, or other interventions. Lancashire County Council will rely on PPAT's analyses when seeking government funds for junction improvements.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB Scale to Sale program accelerates local business growth

The first Scale to Sale cohort sought eight growing enterprises interested in new investments or acquisitions. Eligible companies had at least 10 employees with three-year turnover growth of at least 20%. Project partner Sales Geek and council-run service Two Zero held master classes on attracting investors and buyers during the six-month program. Lancashire County Council contributed two-thirds of program costs with the remaining expenses covered by participating businesses.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB assists care providers during COVID-19 with Care Capacity Tracker

The county's Care Capacity Team created an easy-to-use database for residential and in-home care providers. Regular updates on protective gear, food, and medical supplies were sent to Lancashire County. Daily calls between team members and participating providers targeted the allocation of resources. The Care Capacity Tracker was used by 90% of eligible providers in its first year, producing a clear picture of carer needs.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

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Lancashire County Council, GB adopts carbon dioxide equivalent modeling for road resurfacing project

County officials developed a CO2e data model for its highway resurfacing project. The model estimated the emissions that would be created by current asphalt treatments. Alternative treatments like warm mix asphalt and recycled surfaces were modeled to find options with the lowest environmental impact. Lancashire County Council will incorporate the model into the development of new treatments, road designs, and project schedules.

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Lancashire County Council, GB

United Kingdom