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One of the ways in which planning authorities can ensure developers are doing the best they can for biodiversity is by examining their understanding of the Mitigation Hierarchy.

The new UK government is shining a more positive light on construction of on shore wind farms, but the potential impacts on wildlife (particularly bats and birds) can be negative if wind farms are created in unsuitable locations.

As our urgency for cleaner, renewable energy becomes ever more significant, solar farms are becoming an everyday sight across Britain. Rows of dark, shiny panels harvesting sunlight are also proving a popular choice for landowners looking for alternative income streams.

During Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), National Vegetation Classification (NVC) surveys and Habitat Classification (UKHab) surveys we identify the plant species and diversity present to determine the baseline ecological value of sites.

Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) what they are and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements

I joined Ecology by Design just over a year ago as a seasonal ecologist and I am now working as a full-time assistant ecologist.

Even if you are familiar with the world of ecology, it is often riddled with opaque jargon and an abundance of acronyms. Here we define and de-mystify the lingo so you can also make sense of these terms!

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection spread by tick bites. Ticks infected with the virus are found in parts of Europe including the UK and Asia.

On February 12th 2024 it became a legal obligation for all developments in England to demonstrate a 10% net gain in biodiversity.

You may have been advised that a Biodiversity Metric Calculation is required for your planning application, but how do you do it?

Read our expert guide on biodiversity offsetting from Ecology by Design. Learn more about the principles of biodiversity offsetting from the experts.

What is the mitigation hierarchy in biodiversity? How is it achieved? Learn about the steps of the mitigation hierarchy process and how to utilise them.