Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA)

At FitzGerald Ecology, we have extensive expertise in Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) in Ireland. We adhere to best practices and provide detailed reporting based on thorough field surveys of the impacted sites.
Ecological Impact Assessment

EcIA Process 

Our EcIA process begins with comprehensive desk research and field surveys. This phase is critical in gaining a detailed understanding of how a proposed project may affect the local ecological environment. Our team of experts conducts:

 

  • Extensive Field Surveys: We meticulously survey the project site, examining various ecological parameters. These may include habitat surveys and a wide variety of flora and fauna surveys.

Reducing Ecological Impact by Developing Mitigating Strategies.

Developing Mitigating Strategies: Reducing Ecological Impact

 Based on our extensive research and surveying, we formulate effective mitigation strategies. These strategies are tailored to each project and could include:

 

  • Habitat Restoration Initiatives: Wherever possible, we recommend habitat restoration to compensate for any ecological disturbance.
  • Biodiversity Net Gain: We explore options for biodiversity net gain opportunities. 

Project Redesign Recommendations: If necessary and where feasible, we recommend redesigning certain aspects of the project to minimise ecological impact.

Contact Us for a Detailed EcIA:

Email: afitzgerald@fitzgeraldecology.ie
Phone: +353-86-1266-167

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Safeguarding Rare Plant Species

In 2022, FitzGerald Ecology completed a full flora study and rare plant survey of four sub-sites within Turvey Nature Reserve, Co. Dublin. As part of this work, we were responsible for the transplantation of two rare plant populations which were at risk of damage from planned environmental engineering works in the area. This transplantation was conducted successfully. This flora study will inform future environmental engineering works to be carried out by the client within Turvey Nature Reserve in the coming years, which is partially within the Rogerstown Estuary Special Area of Conservation (SAC).