Project News
The Eagle Has Landed! 10th May 2011
It’s amazing the bird-brained ideas that we need to come up with sometimes! You will see from the latest aerial photos below that we have been laying a waterproof membrane on the Clear Water Tank in preparation for the green roof. Our recent activities in trialling the water-tightness of this membrane required large areas of the Clear Water Tank roof to be immersed with about six inches of water. The expanse of water proved highly appealing to many seagulls and very soon we had a nuisance on our doorstep.
To reduce the impact on our neighbours, we have adopted a very effective method of scaring the gulls – they do not like the menacing presence of our hawk kites! Provided by a specialist pest control company the hawk kites have been successful in keeping the area gull free, returning the environment to one of peace and harmony!
Class Dismissed – 11th April 2011
The Glencorse Project has recently completed its Education Programme. Over the last 3 years, the Glencorse team have worked with more than 350 young people from local schools and universities. A range of related topics have been covered, from health & safety in construction to the water treatment process and how to reduce water consumption at home.
To mark the completion of the project, pupils from three local primary schools have planted 60 oak tree saplings on the site, leaving a lasting legacy of their involvement in the project.
Project Manager in charge of the education programme, Lynsey Tweedlie said:“These oak saplings are further testament to the wider efforts of our project – to deliver a strong, long lasting construction which will enhance the natural environment of Midlothian, as well as providing an important legacy for future generations of people in Edinburgh and Midlothian.”
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The Midas Touch - 29th March 2011
The Glencorse Project has scooped a second consecutive Gold Award at the Considerate Constructors Awards in Edinburgh. Around 8500 construction sites across the UK are applicable for the awards with just a tiny percentage of entrants walking off with a top prize.
The Considerate Constructors Scheme is an initiative aimed at improving the image of the construction industry. Sites that register with the scheme are monitored against a Code of Considerate Practice. Construction sites are assessed on a number of factors such as whether they are good neighbours, environmentally conscious, respectful and safe. For more information visit www.ccscheme.org.uk
Andy Old, Site Manager for Black and Veatch (pictured below) added: “Winning the top prize two years in a row is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the hard work of the Glencorse team. Over the last year we have continued to minimise disruption and keep the community informed about the project as well as provided learning opportunities for local schools and universities. Being described as a ‘credit to the industry’ by the Considerate Constructors scheme is something that everyone on site can be proud of.”
In addition, the Glencorse project has recently been short listed for a Green Apple Award. This national scheme recognises environmental best practice on built environment projects.
Alnwickhill Pipeline Update – 21st March 2011
Our planned pipe laying activities in the Alnwickhill area were affected by the adverse weather conditions experienced over Christmas and New Year.
Following the delayed start due to the weather, the crossing of Alnwickhill Road has been completed and pipe-laying continues in Liberton Park, adjacent to Alnwickhill Water Treatment Works. To ensure the continued health and safety of the public, pedestrian access into the park from Alnwickhill Road will be restricted until completion of pipeline testing and reinstatement works have taken place in mid May 2011. In the interim, the public should continue to use the two alternative access points to the Park from Liberton Gardens. Apologies for the inconvenience experienced during these necessary construction activities.
Looking ahead to Spring/Summer 2011, we plan to be completing pipe-laying in the Mortonhall area between now and the end of May. Re-instatement work will then take place in these fields throughout the summer and into autumn 2011.
Hat Trick of Awards from RoSPA – 16th March 2011
The Glencorse project has just received a third consecutive Gold Award from the Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). These prestigious awards, which are presented annually, acknowledge the dedication of Scottish Water and construction partner Black & Veatch to having a safe working environment.
Pipeline Activities in Frogston Road West – 2nd March 2011
Beginning this week, pipeline work will be taking place on Frogston Road West in the area close to the T-junction with Mounthooly Loan. The road will remain open with traffic management in place for the next 8 weeks. This is to allow us to carry out the next stage of connections on the pipes that we laid across the road last year.
Good progress is being made with the associated work on Buckstone Terrace and Biggar Road.
Pipeline Update – 7th February 2011
The pipeline crossing of Alnwickhill Road was successfully completed within the planned three weeks. The road and footpath were re-opened on Friday 4th February. Pipe-laying activities are now progressing between the Alnwickhill and Mortonhall area of Edinburgh.
As highlighted on the website before Christmas, we are also working on Biggar Road as part of a 12 month programme of works to connect the new Glencorse Water Treatment Works with the existing water distribution network at Fairmilehead. The work being carried out presently is to assess the condition and position of the existing pipework in Biggar Road. This is in preparation for extensive pipe re-lining work later in 2011. Please check back soon for further updates on this essential work.
