Ecology

The science of ecology is a cornerstone of sustainable land use and management.

Our ecologists play a key role in ensuring that in all our work we maximise opportunities for biodiversity in line with other objectives.

Our experience

LUC has a specialist team of ecologists with experience in both terrestrial and aquatic environments. We provide objective and scientifically rigorous ecological advice to a variety of clients, from Government agencies including Natural England and Scottish Natural Heritage through to commercial developers.

We undertake:

• Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA)
• Environmental policy and strategy studies
• Ecological site supervision of large engineering schemes
• Habitat management and restoration
• Applied ecological research
• Ecological aspects of new approaches to agri-environment schemes
• Habitat and species survey and monitoring
• Expert witness for public enquiry