Ecology
Introduction to Biodiversity Net Gain
All major developments will need to provide and secure at least 10% Biodiversity Net Gain.
January 15, 2021
Enviro-Insights
Ecology
Netting trees? You may need some advice first.
Developers may, understandably, think it sensible to use netting to stop birds nesting in trees they may have to lop or fell, or which could
April 15, 2019
Arboriculture
Felling a tree – Conservation Areas, TPOs and the Forestry Act
Are you a developer looking to fell a tree – for any reason? Then there are three questions you need to ask. Is it: in
April 15, 2019
Ecology
Ecological Impact Assessments – an introduction
Local planning authorities insist on a full ecological impact assessment before they will validate a planning application. But time can be an issue – so
March 4, 2019
Contaminated Land
Why you need a contaminated land assessment
There are four reasons why you will need a contaminated land assessment: The Local Planning Authority require it to validate a planning application (or discharge
March 4, 2019
News
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas for all of the team at agb Environmental (and their owners!). This year, rather than sending out lots of cards, we’ve decided
December 17, 2018
Geotechnical
Practicalities of Ground Investigations
Over the years, the team has built up experience of what it takes to ensure a ground investigation can run smoothly, meaning on time and to budget delivery. This blog explores some of the common issues that the team has faced, in delivering high quality ground investigation services.
January 5, 2018
News
Buried Services and Ground Investigations
In the site investigation industry the biggest risk to the safety of operatives is arguably that of striking buried services. We help clients ensure they can achieve the objectives for ground conditions in a safe way.
January 3, 2018
Ecology
Hard Surfacing and Tree Roots
Putting new hard surfacing around a tree can be a stumbling block when it comes to a planning application, but with the correct approach, it needn’t trip you up.
December 7, 2017
News
Christmas Opening Hours
We would like to wish all our clients and colleagues a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. We hope you all enjoy the festive period and we look forward to working with you in 2018.
December 6, 2017
Arboriculture
CPD Seminars for Development Professionals
We have established CPD Seminars to help up-skill your team when it comes to navigating environmental surveys for development. The Seminars cover various issues such as risks, timescales and design implications, and they offer practical guidance for your own workload and development.
November 20, 2017
Ecology
Dedicated Ecology CPD Seminar at Your Office
Ecology is perhaps one of the few technical surveys that has the potential to cause significant delays, costs and complications to a project. To help navigate through this complex technical field, we have established an in depth Continued Professional Development (CPD) that considers ecology.
November 1, 2017