Understand how businesses and organisations can balance conserving nature with progressing projects
The UK nature is still seriously declining across the UK, a country that is already one of the most nature-depleted in the world. The data show that since 1970 UK species have declined by about 19% on average, and nearly 1 in 6 species (16.1%) are now threatened with extinction. Businesses and organisations must balance conserving nature, progressing projects, and delivering on efficiency and quality. See insights from our experienced environmental professionals here and read our case studies to better understand who can benefit from habitats services.
Our clients consist of some of the largest private and public companies within these sectors, demonstrating our ability to provide an applied and tailored professional service. See examples of our strong technical experience working trackside for Network Rail, as well as supporting property developers such as Keepmoat Homes, in their habitat management and mitigation measures.
We’ve drawn from our experience to provide insights into habitat creation and management.
News & insights
Artificial grass – a convenient replacement or ecological disaster?
There’s no doubt about it – the popularity of artificial grass has taken the UK by storm over the last few years.
Ecus works with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust to create a nature-friendly ford
Ecus’s Habitats Team designed and constructed a nature-friendly ford at Woodside Farm, Derbyshire.
Moorland fires – wildlife devastation
As moorland fires become increasingly common, our Senior Ecologist, Natasha Firth blogs about how they devastate wildlife and how we can work to prevent them.
No Mow May: The surprising benefits of leaving your lawn alone
Would you like to reinvigorate your garden, see new species, and give nature a boost? All you have to do is…
Endangered Water Voles Given New Sanctuary
Ecus has joined forces with Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council (DMBC) and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust (YWT) to provide a new home for more than 20 water voles.
Habitat services
Our ecology and environmental management teams provide complete habitat creation and management packages for your projects:
- Habitat restoration and management
- Invasive species advice and management
- Invasive, non-native species surveys and advice
“With major pressures on land use across England, nature-based solutions must be a major part in our response to protect these essentials whilst rebuilding our natural world.” – The Environment Agency.
Habitat projects
Working with Network Rail on Barmouth Viaduct rejuvenation
Ecus played a key part in the early stages of the planning and environmental assessment for the works on the Barmouth viaduct, which spans the Afon Mawddach estuary, Gwynedd, North Wales.
Contact our experts
Contact our team for expert assistance with all your habitat management needs. We’re here to answer any questions and provide solutions tailored to your requirements.