Ecological Impact Assessment
What are ecological impact assessments?
Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) aim to recognise, measure and assess Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ probable consequences of development-related activities on habitats, species, and ecosystems.
What happens during an ecological impact assessment?
The initial stage of an EcIA includes a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA), which identifies Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ features of ecological interest and establishes Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ ecological baseline information for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ site.
Our team of ecologists can Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨n establish which features are likely to be impacted by Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ development and assess wheÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r surveys for protected species or notable habitats are required.
When can ecological impact assessments take place?
Ecological impact assessments (EcIA) can take place at different stages throughout Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ project lifecycle. In Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ early planning phase, EcIA can be conducted to evaluate potential ecological impacts and identify sensitive areas or species that may be affected. This allows project managers and stakeholders to make informed decisions and consider alternative approaches to minimise negative effects.
EcIA can also occur during Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ construction phase to monitor Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ implementation of mitigation measures and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
EcIA can also take place after project completion to assess Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ long-term ecological effects and measure Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ success of any restoration or conservation efforts.
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