Our Client proposed the development involving the construction and operation of a wind farm, comprising up to 183 turbines and associated infrastructure.
Our Services
An initial desktop assessment was undertaken by our team of ecologists to identify MNES and MSES known or likely to occur within the Project Study Area, the results of which were used to generate a map highlighting potential ecological constraints.
Subsequent field verification of constraints identified in the initial desktop assessment required surveys across the proposed disturbance footprint, including areas of steep and difficult-to-access terrain. Despite the challenges associated with working in such areas, E2M were able to complete the required surveys on time and without incident.
Detailed Services
- Desktop-based assessment and mapping of potential ecological constraints
- Field-based verification of ecological constraints
- Ground-truthing of vegetation (RE)
- Mapping and habitat suitability assessments MNES and MSES
- Capture of spatial data (including MNES/MSES records, occurrence of pest species, presence of suitable habitat for MNES/MSES species)
- GIS data processing and map production
Following the completion of field surveys, E2M provided a comprehensive evaluation of environmental constraints across the proposed disturbance footprint as part of a Field Verified Constraints Report.
Outcomes
A Field Verified Constraints Report was provided to assist in subsequent stages of development of the proposed wind farm.
