Business Details
Expert Ecological Consultancy for Planning and Protected Species Solutions
Established to bridge ecological responsibility with commercial progress, Living Ecosystems specialises in delivering tailored environmental consultancy services. Our expertise lies in navigating complex wildlife legislation, enabling developers to secure planning consent while safeguarding biodiversity. With decades of experience in ecological surveying and mitigation, we provide actionable solutions for protected species, brownfield regeneration, and habitat creation. Our work on landmark projects, such as the Royal Ordnance Factory redevelopment, demonstrates our commitment to sustainable development. We operate under DEFRA and English Nature licenses, ensuring compliance with the strictest environmental regulations. Our team combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of ecological systems, offering clients end-to-end support from initial surveys to long-term habitat management.By integrating innovative practices like sustainable urban drainage and eco-friendly village design, we help businesses align their operations with environmental stewardship. Our collaborations with academic institutions and conservation bodies reinforce our position as leaders in ecological consultancy. Clients benefit from our proactive approach to risk mitigation, which minimises project delays while protecting ecosystems. With a focus on transparency and client education, we empower businesses to achieve their goals without compromising environmental integrity.
Services
Ecological Surveys
Protected Species Mitigation
Habitat Creation
Environmental Impact Assessments
Brownfield Regeneration
Highlights and features
- We hold DEFRA and English Nature licenses for protected species work
- Our team has led ecological mitigation for Europe's largest brownfield regeneration projects
- We integrate sustainable development principles into all planning processes
- Our expertise spans habitat creation, invasive species control, and eco-tourism development
- We provide end-to-end solutions from initial surveys to long-term management plans
Associations and certifications
- DEFRA
- English Nature
Services
Ecological Surveys
Our ecological surveys identify potential environmental impacts at project inception. We conduct detailed assessments of protected species, habitats, and biodiversity value. Our reports provide actionable recommendations to ensure compliance with wildlife legislation while minimising development delays.
Protected Species Mitigation
We develop and implement mitigation strategies for protected species including great crested newts and natterjack toads. Our licensed ecologists create relocation plans and habitat compensation measures that satisfy regulatory requirements while safeguarding biodiversity during development projects.
Habitat Creation
We design and establish new habitats including wetlands, woodlands, and nature reserves. Our approach integrates native species and sustainable practices to enhance biodiversity. Projects often combine habitat creation with flood mitigation and public access improvements for long-term ecological benefits.
Environmental Impact Assessments
Our comprehensive EIAs evaluate potential environmental consequences of proposed developments. We assess impacts on protected species, habitats, and ecosystems, providing mitigation strategies that balance commercial needs with conservation requirements to facilitate planning approvals.
Brownfield Regeneration
We transform contaminated sites into productive landscapes through innovative remediation techniques. Our work includes soil decontamination, waste management, and creating new ecosystems that support wildlife while enabling sustainable urban development and job creation.
People
Richard Parkinson
Director
BSc (hons) FLS FZS MIEEM, Richard Parkinson leads ecological projects with 25+ years experience in protected species management. He holds DEFRA licenses for great crested newt mitigation and directs habitat creation initiatives across North West England.
Questions
What ecological services do you offer for developers?
We provide planning compliance assessments, protected species surveys, habitat creation, environmental impact assessments, and brownfield regeneration solutions tailored to development projects.
How do you handle protected species during planning?
Our licensed ecologists conduct surveys, develop mitigation plans, and implement relocation strategies for protected species like great crested newts and natterjack toads under DEFRA guidelines.
Can you assist with brownfield site redevelopment?
Yes, we specialise in transforming contaminated sites through soil remediation, waste management, and creating sustainable ecosystems that support biodiversity and community needs.
What sustainability initiatives do you support?
We integrate sustainable drainage systems, eco-friendly village designs, and renewable energy solutions into developments while promoting traditional land management techniques and biodiversity conservation.
Do you work on educational environmental projects?
Through our Green Schemes initiative, we deliver environmental education programs in schools, focusing on sustainable agriculture, healthy eating, and hands-on nature conservation experiences for children.
