Thriving as a Graduate Ecology Consultant: Quick Reference Guide
A short guide on tips and technique you can use to thrive as a graduate ecological consultant. … Read More
Ecological Administrator: We are Recruiting
Acer Ecology is an ecological and wildlife consultancy based in Cardiff Bay, South Wales, although currently all remote working. We provide a full range of ecological, wildlife and protected species surveys. The company is seeking a full or part time … Read More
Understanding the Small Sites Metric and Its Role in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
This blog article summaries the core issues and potential solutions discussed in CIEEM’s report, “BNG for Small Sites: Delivering on its Potential.“ In April 2024, England saw the introduction of mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements for minor developments, following … Read More
A Green Revolution or a Shortcut to Nature’s Peril? A Critique of the Government’s Planning Reform Proposal
In its working paper, Development and Nature Recovery, the UK Government outlines a bold vision for reforming planning systems to accelerate housing and infrastructure development while ostensibly supporting nature recovery. While the paper is ambitious in its rhetoric, its proposed … Read More
Into the Night: Guide to Bat Licence Training
A blog article provifing guidance on how to train for a bat licence. … Read More
Conserving Bats During Large-Scale Housing Maintenance Projects: A Practical Guide
Recently, the Bat Conservation Trust produced a new guidance on Conserving Bats During Large-Scale Housing Maintenance Projects. Experience and evidence gathered from practitioners have highlighted that standard guidance for roost surveys and mitigation is not well-suited to large-scale housing maintenance … Read More
Making a Splash: Your Guide to Great Crested Newt Licence Training
A blog article giving some tips on training for a great crested newt licence.… Read More
Overview of the Great Crested Newt Survey and Mitigation Guidelines 2025
Introduction The Great Crested Newt (GCN) Survey and Mitigation Guidelines 2025 (GCN SMG 2025), authored by James Grundy, represent a comprehensive update to the longstanding guidelines first introduced in 2001. Developed in collaboration with over 100 ecologists, this document integrates … Read More
Guide to Dormouse Licence Training
If you’re captivated by the charm of hazel dormice and passionate about ecology and conservation, obtaining a dormouse survey licence is a meaningful goal. This licence is essential for ecologists and conservationists, allowing them to handle dormice legally during surveys. … Read More
Net Benefit for Biodiversity (NBB): Pioneering Sustainable Development in Wales
Biodiversity – the variety of life on Earth – is essential to the health of ecosystems, human well-being, and the planet’s resilience to environmental change. However, with ongoing threats from urbanization, agriculture, and climate change, there is a growing need … Read More
