Ecological Systems
Research. Ecological surveys, field studies and experiments.
Advice. Evidence-based guidance for habitat management and conservation planning.
Mapping. GIS and spatial analysis to understand ecological patterns.
What we offer
Rigorous science. Practical support. Better outcomes for nature and people.
We help organisations understand, protect and restore nature through rigorous research, careful analysis and practical support for projects spanning land, ocean and people.
People & Nature
Insight. Surveys, interviews and focus groups to understand attitudes and behaviours.
Engagement. Support for community engagement, collaboration and capacity building.
Inclusion. Approaches that reflect people’s experiences and needs.
Evidence & Practical Support
Evidence. Reviews, synthesis, reporting and clear outputs.
Data. Analysis, interpretation and communication of complex datasets.
Development. Scientific input for proposals, programmes and delivery.
Detailed services
A closer look at what we do.
The examples below show the kinds of work we provide, from focused pieces of research and analysis to wider scientific input for project development and delivery.
1 Ecology and conservation
We design and deliver ecological research that helps organisations understand species, habitats and pressures on nature, across both land and marine systems.
We can support:
- Field research and ecological studies. Surveys, experiments and applied research designed around clear ecological questions.
- Land and habitat management. Evidence-based guidance for managing landscapes and green spaces to support wildlife and wider benefits for people.
- Marine conservation. Including expertise in marine megafauna, plastic pollution, fisheries waste and conservation in island and coastal settings.
2 Social research
We use social research to understand how people think about, value and interact with nature, helping conservation become more effective, inclusive and grounded in real experience.
We can support:
- Surveys and questionnaires. Designing, analysing and interpreting surveys on people's attitudes, behaviours and relationships with nature.
- Interviews and focus groups. Gathering insights from communities, practitioners and stakeholders to inform conservation planning and strategy.
- Mixed data sources. Combining survey responses, social media and other digital data to understand how people experience and engage with nature.
3 Data and spatial analysis
We help organisations make sense of ecological, environmental and social data, turning complex datasets into clear evidence and practical insights.
We can support:
- Data analysis. Working with ecological, environmental and social datasets to answer applied conservation questions.
- Spatial analysis and mapping. GIS, remote assessment and mapping approaches to understand habitats, pressures and patterns across landscapes.
- Visualisation and communication. Clear maps, figures, summaries and interpretation that help evidence reach the people who need to use it.
4 Evidence synthesis
We review and synthesise scientific evidence so organisations can make better use of existing knowledge and understand what it means for planning, policy and practice.
We can support:
- Evidence reviews. Finding, assessing and summarising evidence from papers, reports, datasets and expert knowledge.
- Applied interpretation. Drawing out what the evidence means for decisions, proposals, programmes and practical next steps.
- Clear outputs. Producing summaries, reports and recommendations that are useful for planning, delivery and communication.
5 Programme development
We help organisations develop proposals, partnerships and programmes, turning strong ideas into fundable, deliverable nature-focused work.
We can support:
- Grant writing and proposals. Creating clear applications with strong evidence, realistic methods and a convincing case for support.
- Programme design. Scientific input for planning, strategic programme delivery, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
- Partnership working. Supporting collaborative projects, capacity building and community-focused environmental initiatives.
Need something else?
We would be happy to talk through your project and help work out what evidence, analysis or support would be most useful.
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