Sustainability Appraisal (SA) is a tool to support preparation of plans and policy; it can also support planning applications for development consent. Integrated Assessment (IA) aims for efficiencies by integrating various assessments where relevant, including Health and Equality Assessments. Strategic …Read More
Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) of plans & programmes is a mandatory requirement arising from the European SEA Directive; Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a similar mandatory requirement for certain development projects. Cumulative Effects Assessment (CEA) is an integral element of …Read More
Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) tests whether the impacts identified as arising from a proposal, plan or project are likely to have a significant effect on European Sites of nature conservation importance (Natura 2000 sites). The requirement for HRA of plans …Read More
Our planners have experience from both the public and the private sectors. Our experience and expertise is focused on supporting preparation of planning policy with regard to participation, sustainability and environmental aspects, including SA/SEA, HRA/AA, Green Infrastructure, stakeholder engagement, development …Read More
We have diverse expertise and experience, working with Council Members, Officers and other stakeholders including communities and regulators. We have an inspirational style and like to explore creative means to help participants at workshops and roundtable discussions meet their needs. …Read More
We have undertaken research projects for organisations such as the Environment Agency, Natural England, and Government including Defra, CLG and DECC. We have been directly associated with academia through the University of Glasgow and the University of Bath and including …Read More