Ecological Surveys

Aspen consultants offer a wide range of ecological surveys. These include, but are not limited to:           

• Ecological checklists
• Preliminary ecological assessments
• Ecological impact assessments
• Mammal surveys and including badger, otter, pine marten and a wide range of other species
• Bat roost potential surveys
• Amphibian surveys including smooth newt surveys
• Invasive species service & assessments
• Breeding and overwintering bird assessments                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Sustainable and regenerative farm planning

Since 2015, we have pioneered new approaches to sustainable farm planning throughout Ireland. This approach explores how green infrastructure principles, regenerative farming practices and other farm diversification opportunities, can deliver for the needs of the farmer and the farm business, while at the same time deliver multiple benefits for the wider community and environment. We are continuing to work to deliver these plans. Areas included:                                                                                     

• Nutrient Planning    
• Hydrology Impacts of Wind Soil fertility and improvement
• Pasture management
• Livestock options
• Biodiversity                                                                                                                                             

 Environmental Education and Training

Aspen has worked in a wide range of education and training projects. We have developed outdoor education action plans for primary schools, created training programs for communities, councils and schools throughout Ireland.  Aspen offers this service in English and Gaeilge.                                                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

  Ecological design and landscape planning       

It is often the case that Landscape Design becomes an afterthought of new developments.  This approach to the design of spaces for industry, living and commerce is out-dated. Good design incorporates the needs of people, nature and the 
environment from the outset. Aspen consultants provide a unique, holistic and integrated approach to ecological design. 

We work with the client to ensure the best outcomes for all. Some areas of interest include:

• Sustainable urban drainage (SUDS)
• Green infrastructure - Planting schemes, species selection and management plans
• Natural play – for all ages
• Biodiversity enhancement                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Ecological mitigation

Aspen consultants specialise in ecological mitigation. As society becomes more aware of the impact people are having on the natural environment the need for ecological mitigation is more important than ever. Aspen consultants work closely with a wide range of businesses and organisations to ensure that developments such as housing developments and industrial developments etc. incorporate space for nature. We work closely with clients to find simple, effective and positive interventions that can be included at the design phase.

Nature Nests

Aspen provides a range of products that can be used to provide nesting habitat for nature within the structure of new buildings including homes, offices and factories.   Our ‘nature nests’ provide much needed sites for endangered species such as the European Swift, bats, House Martins,  common garden birds, mammals,  amphibians and insects and more. See more on these off the shelf and bespoke products under the nature nests  section.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

    Graphic Design, Interpretation and Publication

Aspen Consultants deliver high quality Interpretation materials.  We work closely with the customer to provide the right information delivered in the right media. Be it leaflet, large format, interpretation signage, (writing, design production and installation), CGI, video, aerial photography etc.  We deliver a high quality client lead product. For organisations that are publishing bilingually, Aspen offer their services in English and Gaeilge.                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

    GIS Services

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are versatile tools used across various industries for spatial analysis, mapping, and decision-making. Aspen Consultants deliver GIS solutions using QGIS for creating or capturing spatial data, managing, analysing & visualising that data via maps, charts or in reports. Our services can support:

• Urban Planning
• Environmental Management
• Natural Resource Management
• Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
• Agriculture