We support biodiversity at our sites and in our communities. Depending on the size and the location of our sites, the scope for biodiversity projects varies. A consultant ecologist was engaged to develop Biodiversity Actions Plans for our sites. To date we have installed beehives, planted trees and permitted areas to go wild to help sustain pollinators, and manage water ways close to our sites.
We are members of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and support initiatives such as Tidy Towns Ireland and Keep Britain Tidy, which are key partners in local community projects, improving landscapes and biodiversity and reducing the incidence of litter.
Protect and restore nature and biodiversity on and around our sites and in our communities
Depending on the size and the location of our sites, the scope for biodiversity projects varies. A consultant ecologist was engaged to develop Biodiversity Actions Plans for our sites, with initiatives being adopted since 2023. To date we have installed beehives, planted trees and permitted areas to go wild to help sustain pollinators, and manage water ways close to our sites.
We are members of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and support initiatives such as Tidy Towns Ireland and Keep Britain Tidy, which are key partners in local community projects, improving landscapes and biodiversity and reducing the incidence of litter.
We partner with Rivers Trusts which support projects to restore nature and biodiversity, and protect water quality within our communities and catchments.
Case Studies
Beach Clean at Highland Meats, Scotland
Dunbia Highland Meats partnered with Friends of Stevenston to support a community beach clean, helping to protect the local coastline.
Employees took part in collecting litter from the shoreline, removing waste and contributing to a cleaner coastal environment for wildlife and the local community.
Habitat Restoration at Cardington, England
In collaboration with The Conservation Volunteers and National Grid, employees supported the restoration of a five-hectare site. Volunteers cleared scrub and brambles to create space for native wildflowers, helping to restore natural habitats and support biodiversity in the area.
Community Litter Picks in Dungannon, Highland Meats, Kilbeggan and Slane
80 employees took part in litter-picking initiatives across multiple sites, supporting local communities and helping reduce environmental pollution. Across these initiatives, 163 bags of waste were collected, contributing to cleaner, safer spaces for wildlife and surrounding communities.
Footpath Maintenance at Sawley, England
Dunbia Sawley worked with Ribble Rivers Trust to support the maintenance of footpaths at Primrose Lodge Nature Reserve. Employees helped to maintain approximately 100 metres of footpath, improving accessibility while supporting the preservation of the local natural environment.
Tidy Towns Flower Beds and Hanging Baskets in Ballyhaunis & Rathdowney
We made donations to Tidy Towns to purchase flower beds and hanging baskets for the communities around the sites. At Ballyhaunis, employees helped to plant and install these, bringing colour to local areas while creating habitats for pollinators and other wildlife. These improvements help to enrich community spaces, support local ecosystems and create more attractive, welcoming environments.
Bug Hotel at Charleville, Ireland
As part of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan, a bug hotel was installed using recycled and natural materials to support insects and pollinators. Additional planting around the site entrance and lairage areas has enhanced biodiversity and created habitats for species such as solitary bees.