Ecology

Most development proposals have the potential to make an impact on biodiversity through loss of habitat or by significantly affecting environments for the species that rely on them. We undertake ecology surveys and deliver cost-effective, innovative solutions to mitigate impacts on local habitats for all terrestrial, freshwater, coastal and marine environments.

Enabling development, protecting habitats

By advising on positive measures to promote or protect existing biodiversity, and on how to mitigate unavoidable impacts of proposed developments, we help clients to secure all required consents and permits to allow projects to proceed.

With over 25 years of global experience, we’re experts in overcoming complex ecological issues and steering the planning process.

Our expertise

Terrestrial ecology
Mammal and bird ecology
Freshwater and marine ecology
Habitat and invasive species management
Conservation legislation and plans
Field surveys
Management plans
Baseline surveys

Biodiversity impact assessments
Biodiversity offsets
Site appraisals
Protected species surveys
Habitat surveys
Habitat mapping
Designated area condition surveys

Biodiversity Net Gain

How to avoid the common pitfalls that can pose a real threat to BNG success.

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Explore insights

Explore insights

RPS bushfire fuel load and risk maps could make the difference this season
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- Australia
This time last year, Australia was already in the grip of one of the worst fire seasons ever.

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A new approach to great crested newt licensing delivers benefits all round
- UK
Ceridwyn Adkins, Principal Ecologist looks at the benefits of District Licensing, Natural England’s new approach to authorising developments affecting great crested newts, a species suffering dramatic declines in their populations.

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Peatlands and Nature Recovery Networks: The Environment’s Bill of the ball?
- Mike E Barker
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- UK
Nature is declining globally at rates unprecedented in human history. But the Government’s recent announcement, setting out plans to tackle biodiversity loss and climate change is a crucial step forward in restoring nature and safeguarding the environment for the future. Director of Ecology, Mike Barker looks at the implications for developers and landowners moving forward.

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