Ecology

We deliver a full range of services including ecology surveys, habitat assessments, protected species licensing, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA). We also design and implement habitat creation, enhancement, and restoration schemes to support biodiversity net gain and long-term ecological resilience.

Our work helps clients identify ecological constraints early and develop practical, cost-effective solutions that enhance biodiversity and meet regulatory requirements. We also contribute to strategic projects, working with local authorities and organisations such as Natural England to guide nature recovery and sustainable land use.

With over 40 ecologists nationally, our consultants are members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and we are a CIEEM Registered Practice showing our commitment to professional standards, training and continued development. We bring together wide-ranging technical expertise and strong delivery capacity to manage the complexity of multi-species and habitat projects efficiently, and in line with all regulatory requirements. Our ecologists are licensed by Natural England and Natural Resources Wales to undertake terrestrial and freshwater protected species surveys, including bats, great crested newts, otters, dormice, badgers, water voles, and birds.

We regularly present ecological assessments and mitigation strategies to regulators and give expert evidence at public inquiries and DCO hearings.

Our ecology service supports clients in delivering nature-positive, sustainable developments that protect and enhance the natural environment.

Ecology SERVICES