We now have a member of staff registered of the Bat Earned Recognition (BER) scheme. This class licence allows bat ecologists to carry out bat roost mitigation work. The scheme is a partnership between Natural England, the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) and the Chartered Institute for Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
We’re Hiring!
We are looking for enthusiastic seasonal ecologists to join our team this spring/summer for great crested newt surveys, dusk bat surveys and potentially more! More information can be found in the image below, and on our careers page, so do get in touch if you’re interested.
Ecological Reporting
Developers – Are you asking your ecologist for the correct report type? Having worked in ecology consultancy for 13 years it becomes second nature to write ecological reports such as a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Report (PEAR), Ecological Impact Assessment Report (EcIA) or a Protected Species Report. However, time and time again the developer has asked […]
Great Crested Newt Low Impact Licensing
One of our Directors Rebecca Hill-Harmsworth has become one of the first Registered Consultants for the Great Crested Newt (GCN) Low Impact Licensing (LICL) since the scheme was commenced by Natural England in 2016. The GCN LICL is specifically for schemes which are ‘low impact’ and must meet a stringent set of specific conditions and […]
Meet The Team…
Name: Becx Hill-Harmsworth Company Role: Ecology Director Favourite quote: “There are not facts only interpretations.” 1. What are the qualities that an ecologist needs to be successful? Determination, hardworking, attention to detail, willingness to learn / ask questions. 2. What are the main challenges you face in your area of work? Constantly evolving new […]
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Tree Planting
🌱 Some of the staff at Futures Ecology joined forces with the residents of Doe Lea, Chesterfield to help plant trees around the Doe Lea Recreation Ground on Friday 4th March 2022. 🌱 The 50 new native species of young trees, including Cherry and Oak, were planted all around the recreational ground in dedication for […]
Breeding Bird Surveys
Breeding Bird Survey guidelines are now advising six survey visits between mid-March and early July. This applies to all terrestrial and freshwater habitats that could potentially be impacted by developments. These surveys will provide sufficient information for the purpose of assessing ecological impacts including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). If you […]
Field Ornithology Course
Some of our team recently started a Field Ornithology course covering the birds of Britain and survey methodology, run by The Habitat People and administrated by Lantra, on behalf of Ofsted. This course is developing their bird identification of over 200 bird species by sight and over 100 by sound, and their surveying skills as […]
What is Biodiversity Net Gain?
“Biodiversity net gain is an approach which aims to leave the natural environment in a measurably better state than beforehand.” Biodiversity Net Gain is due to be made mandatory under the new Environment Bill, this means that new English developments will be required to demonstrate a 10% increase in biodiversity on or near development sites. […]
A Day In The Life…..
A Day In The Life …. of an Ecologist There is no such thing as a typical day! It varies from day to day and from one season to another. A site can be anything from a small building to an area of countryside or an ancient woodland. A project could be anything from a […]