Ecology
Ecological services at SLR are provided by experienced staff, many of whom are members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and are licensed by regulators to work with protected species.
Ecology studies help us understand interactions between plants, animals and the world around us. These studies are vital when the natural environment is changing.
Our team helps to find resolutions that ensure our ecosystems remain balanced, with practical solutions that meet the needs of both our clients and the environment.
Overview
SLR has a proven track record of successfully working with our clients across multiple sectors and geographies to deliver sound ecological guidance and cost-effective solutions in adherence to applicable governing regulatory systems and international good practice.
Our team of ecologists, ornithologist and arboriculturists often work across linked disciplines with experts in Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Air Quality, Marine Noise, Risk Assessment, GIS and remote sensing, and Engineers to provide clients with a full-service experience
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Ecology, Ornithology & Arboriculture
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Ecology services
Our team of ecologists have experience completing aquatic, terrestrial and wildlife surveys for a wide range of species and habitats across the globe.
SLR naturally adopt a multidisciplinary approach, and our team of ecologists maintains close links with a wide network of external biodiversity experts to provide additional specialist support where required. As a result, SLR delivers practical solutions that stand alone or complement other project technical elements.
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Ornithological services
SLR provides expert advice in relation to marine and terrestrial ornithology.
Our team consistently delivers focused and robust ornithology surveys, assessments and advice, with a strong, evidence-based approach to help formulate effective policy and guidance for nature conservation. Our surveys form the basis of detailed ornithological impact assessment which are often required to facilitate development.
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Arboriculture services
Our experienced and qualified arboricultural consultants provide pragmatic cost-effective solutions for most aspects of the arboricultural, tree and woodland management sectors.
Our arboriculture team work with developers and Local Planning Authorities to deliver pragmatic pro-active solutions to BS 5837 standards for development projects from small scale residential sites to large scale strategic mixed-use sites delivered over many years.
Our services
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Our services include
- Arborist Services and Forestry Assessments
- Vegetation Assessment and Land Classifications
- Marine and Freshwater Fish and Aquatic Habitat Assessments
- Development and Implementation of Biodiversity Management Plans and Ecological Monitoring Plans
- Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat Assessments
- Wetland Delineation and Permitting
- Biodiversity Strategies
- Ecosystem Services Assessments
- Species at Risk Inventory, Management and Permitting
- Critical Habitat Assessments to Lender Standards
- Environmental Offsets (design, planning, delivery, monitoring and management)
- Ecological Rehabilitation, Restoration and reclamation
- Mitigation and Compensation Planning
- Peer Review and Expert Witness Services.
Ecology Projects
Our Team Includes
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Caroline Mellor
EU Regional Service Line Director - Environmental Sciences & Director of Regional Business Leads
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James Wilson
Technical Specialisms Lead – Ecology
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Bob Edmonds
Technical Discipline Manager
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Daniela Imbimbo
Senior Ecologist
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Kimberley Tasker
Nature and Natural Capital Lead, Canada
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Gord Wichert
Technical Director – Aquatic Ecology
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Matthew Sanford
Manager of Ecology & Natural Resources Planning - US
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Rick Black
Principal Scientist, Ecology Lead - Intermountain Region
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