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Introduction
WelcomeWildwood Ecology Limited is aprogressive ecologicalconsultancy and trainingcompany. Our experiencedteam operates from twooffices, providing servicesacross England and Walessince 1998. We deliverpragmatic and innovativeecological solutions andtraining needs to a wide andexpanding client base.
Introduction
Planning & developmentPreliminary Ecological AppraisalProtected Species SurveyEPS License & Method StatementEcological Clerk of WorksBREEAM & CfSHBusiness & Biodiversity Plans
Ecological trainingBat Licence Training CourseProfessional Training CoursesCPD
Wild-TechInnovative Product DesignBespoke Services
Services & Products
Introduction
StaffPermanent full-time ecologistsSupport team and associatesLicensed & ExperiencedProfessionally TrainedMembers of CIEEM
OfficesCardiff: 029 2002 2320Cirencester: 01285 644401
Insurance£10M EL Insurance£5M PL Insurance
Ecological impact assessment
Our Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA)* combinea desk study and field survey of a development site,undertaken by experienced ecologists. Whencommissioned at the early stage of the planningprocess our assessments will inform you of anyecological issues likely to arise from the proposeddevelopment.
The PEA can assist with your planning proposal or landpurchase by:
• identifying the presence or likely absence of protected species or habitats;• providing guidance on wildlife legislation obligations and Local Planning Authority (LPA) and Statutory
Nature Conservation Organisation (SNCO) requirements;• making appropriate ecological recommendations for further actions in order to progress the development;• outlining the benefits of protecting, managing and enhancing a site’s biodiversity value.
The PEA can also be adapted to maximise the ecological credits under BREEAM or Code for Sustainable Homesaccreditation, or as a supporting document to a Parkland Management Plan under the Higher Level StewardshipScheme.
Protected species surveys
Wildwood Ecology has expertise in undertaking surveys for all British protected species andunderstands their ecological requirements. Where protected species are likely to be affectedby a development, appropriate surveys will be required to assess short or long-term impacts.Early consideration of protected species in the project design process will avoid costlyproblems or delays at later stages.
We can undertake surveys (and hold survey licences, where appropriate) for speciesincluding:• Bats (all species)• Dormouse• Otter• Badger• Water vole• Birds• Great-crested newt• Reptiles
We will provide you with an assessment of the likely ecological impacts, and our clear andconcise reports will inform and add essential detail to the project design.
Development licences and mitigation
Where a development or activity affects a legally protected species, a licence may berequired in order for works to be lawfully undertaken. This could include works thatwould damage or destroy habitats of or disturb a protected species, including:• Bats (all species)• Dormouse• Otter• Badger• Water vole• Great-crested newt
Our specialists will prepare the licence application and detailed method statement onyour behalf, consulting with relevant stakeholders. On approval of the licence we willimplement the mitigation strategy and undertake any remaining ecological post-construction monitoring and reporting conditions. We have an excellent record ofsecuring development licences, enabling project works to proceed.
Code for Sustainable Homes & BREEAM
Credit points are available within Ecology (CSH) or Land Use and Ecology(BREEAM) categories. Usually, these credits are only available followingan ecological appraisal undertaken by a ‘Suitably Qualified Ecologist’ (SQE).Our ecologists meet the SQE definition and will assess the site’s currentecological value, identifying where and how features of ecological valueshould be retained, protected, and enhanced for biodiversity.
Appraisal reports provide clear and concise recommendations tomaximise ecological credits where available, through simple and cost-effective solutions. We can also design long-term management plans toensure sustainable steps are taken to benefit biodiversity.
Our experience of Code for Sustainable Homes and BREEAM projectscover different development types, ranging from individual homes tolarge-scale industrial and commercial developments. We work in closeassociation with the project team, including landscape designers andarchitects, to develop appropriate planting schemes and maximise thecredit points available for a positive change in ecological value.
Support services
Complementing our ecological consultancy services we offer bespoke ContinuedProfessional Development (CPD) courses to business. These can be delivered in arelaxed and open environment during a lunch-hour, or in a longer session tailored toaddress specific requirements.
We offer pioneering professional training, including the Bat Licence Training Course(BLTC). The BLTC addresses the difficulty many professional ecologists have inobtaining licence training through local bat groups, many of whom are unable tooffer training to those intending to use their bat licences for commercial purposes.
We teach short and long courses on ecology for planning authorities andorganisations such as the Bat Conservation Trust, Field Studies Council, NationalPark Authorities and Universities.
Wildwood Ecology has also designed and supplies technological equipment andsoftware including the BatNav GPS receiver and MapaBat data convertor tool.
Project examples
Rendcomb College and Park
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, botanical, invertebrate,
bat and water vole surveys as part of a Parkland
Conservation Management Plan for the Higher Level
Scheme (agri-environment); Geo-tagging bat calls using
BatNav technology;
Davies Sutton Architects
Fonmon Castle, Vale of
Glamorgan
Bat surveys and provision of advice with regards to listed
building re-roofing, stable block restoration and listed
building application;
Multiple bat roost used by Natterer’s, Lesser horseshoe,
Serotine, Pipistrelle and Myotis bat species;
The Disabilities Trust
Delta Lakes, Llanelli
Reptile survey and translocation of over 200 individual
common lizard and slow worm followed by supervised
destructive search;
Report for likely ecological credits under BREEAM Multi-
residential 2008 scheme.
Project examples
Velocita Energy Developments
Maerdy Windfarm
Ecological Clerk of Works and large project management
for pre-commencement surveys and supervisory works for a
9 turbine site;
Habitat assessment, problem solving, habitat management
plan review and weekly report writing.
National Trust
Caerllan, Ceredigion
Bat scoping, activity surveys and production of a simplified
method statement for re-roofing of a detached residential
property used as a bat maternity roost;
Liaison with statutory advisor. Ecological clerk of works
duties and reporting.
Caerphilly County Borough Council
Ystrad Mynach Hospital
Multiple bat and bird activity surveys across large
operational hospital site;
EPSL application following confirmation of bats within day
hospital;
Supervision of demolition and compliance checks;
Contact
© Wildwood Ecology 2014
Head office:Wildwood Ecology LtdLlanmaesSt FagansCardiff, CF5 6DU
029 2002 2320
Cotswold office:Wildwood Ecology Ltd19 Cotswold CloseCirencesterGloucestershire, GL7 1XP
01285 644401