The Environment Consultant

A blog for those seeking insights, resources, and advice to build their career in environment consultancy.

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How the ESMP addresses impact mitigation?

Let’s use a hypothetical scenario to explain the impact mitigation guidelines within the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP): A wind farm development project involves the construction and operation of…
Why the Environmental and Social Management Plan is important?

The Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) is a vital document that is applicable throughout the entire lifecycle of a project, from planning and design through to construction, operation, and…
Biodiversity Net Gain

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is an approach to development and land use that leaves biodiversity in a better state than before. It requires that any loss of natural habitat or…
BNG Step-by-Step

Achieving Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requires a structured, evidence-led process that demands early integration, long-term planning, and meaningful ecological outcomes. This step-by-step guide provides a general overview of the key…
The European Green Deal

The European Green Deal, launched by the European Commission in December 2019, is a sweeping policy initiative that aims to transform the European Union (EU) into the first climate-neutral continent…