The earthworks, planting of aquatic species and decking are complete. Seedlings and shrubs will be planted from November onwards. More paths will be completed in early 2016 after the plants are in place. The western section of the La Galiotte pond – “the bottom end of the pond” – was filled up with earthworks on […]
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RSS feed for this sectionThe Maison des Insectes nears completion!
Since the setting up of pre-fabricated timber modules last spring, work on the Maison des Insectes has progressed a lot and will have reached completion by the end of the year. Following the installation of floor heating and ventilation systems, the resin floors have just been laid. All of the architecture-related work has […]
A nature trail in the Coeur Vert
Following on from the landscaping and agricultural work inaugurated in July 2014 during phase 1 of the Cœur Vert, a nature trail comprising six information panels was installed in late September along the phase 1 paths with a view to informing the general public about the following: – The site’s agricultural history – The goals […]
Biomis 3G association: significant advances for the development of a miscanthus industry in the Seine-Aval area
The inaugural round table discussion on the “development of a miscanthus industry in the Seine-Aval area” took place on 19 June at the head office of the CA2RS. It brought together the partners involved with the Biomis 3G association: local farmers, cooperatives, manufacturers (PSA, Calcia) and elected representatives. Discussions focused on present and future developments […]
Nine tonnes harvested at Cœur Vert
The experimental plot of miscanthus (7 ha) resulted in nine tonnes of dry matter being harvested last April. The dry matter was used for mulching as well as a test in the boiler room at La Fabrique 21, a commercial property devoted to eco-construction at Carrières-sous-Poissy. The test was successful and discussions are underway in […]