Ecology

Environmental Net Gain

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Whilst many of us are still getting our heads around Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Environmental Net Gain (ENG) is something to be aware of too.

Environmental Net Gain is not new, there have been various Government reports over the past … Read More

Environmental Net GainACD User2024-05-07T09:01:32+01:00

At ACD Environmental, we strive to build strong relationships with all our clients, including CALA Homes Chiltern. We have recently collaborated with them on a project in Aylesbury that consists of 120 residential units and a large open space. We have designed a play area inspired by Aylesbury’s history of … Read More

First Sustainable Play AreaACD User2024-01-03T14:21:16+00:00

Consultant/Senior Ecologist Position Open

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic consultant or senior-level ecologist for our Godalming office.

The candidate should have a minimum of 2/3 years experience in ecological consultancy. Experience in the housing sector and Biodiversity Net Gain would be beneficial.

The candidate should have experience carrying out protected species surveys, including bats, … Read More

Consultant/Senior Ecologist Position Openkrell-acdnew2023-01-25T10:48:31+00:00

A reflection of COP 2022

So now that 2023 gains momentum we have been looking back and reflecting on the various ‘Conferences of the Parties’ or COPs that took place last year. The UN organised several in 2022 including COP12 to address biodiversity, COP27 to address climate change, and COP19 to address endangered species of … Read More

A reflection of COP 2022krell-acdnew2023-01-10T14:33:28+00:00

Beaver to become a European Protected Species in England

Beaver to become a European Protected Species in England
The beaver, specifically the Eurasian beaver Castor fiber, is a native species in Britain. However, beavers were sadly hunted to extinction in Britain in the 16th Century. In recent times, beavers have slowly made a comeback in the UK with various … Read More

Beaver to become a European Protected Species in Englandkrell-acdnew2022-09-30T09:38:51+01:00

Knepp Visit

Our rain-drenched island offers the perfect conditions for wetland formation, an area saturated or flooded with water seasonally or permanently. Wetlands are a dynamic and significant part of a natural water cycle; an acre of wetland can typically store 4.5 million litres of … Read More

Knepp Visitkrell-acdnew2022-09-13T12:56:28+01:00

World’s Largest Plant

If you were asked what was the largest plant on earth, what would your answer be? Would you think of the giant sequoia trees that are found in the US, the slender Cardon cactus found in Mexico, the impressive baobab trees found in Africa, or perhaps something a little … Read More

World’s Largest Plantkrell-acdnew2022-06-15T09:25:41+01:00

World Bee Day 2022

What is all the buzz about?Today (20th May) is World Bee Day! Yes, these insects are so important to our planet that they get their own special day! The aim of World Bee Day is to spread awareness of the importance of bees.

Did you know that a third of the … Read More

World Bee Day 2022krell-acdnew2022-05-20T09:32:45+01:00

Failing Badger Protection

Despite legal protection (Protection of Badgers Act 1992), 105,960 badgers were culled in the UK during 2018–2020 as part of bovine tuberculosis control measures, with licences currently issued to remove up to a further 75,930 badgers commencing 1 June 2021. Nevertheless, developments interfering with badger setts still require a licence … Read More

Failing Badger Protectionkrell-acdnew2022-03-29T12:29:39+01:00

Importance of Wildflowers

Since the industrial revolution began in the 1800s, our farming industry has been steadily picking up speed as our population grows and food demands increase. This means that more hedgerows and wildflower meadows are being lost to intensive food production. Chemicals are used to kill and control weeds, but are … Read More

Importance of Wildflowerskrell-acdnew2022-03-22T12:05:32+00:00