We are proud to announce that the Helios Renewable Energy Project has received development consent. On 3 December 2025, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) granted the DCO (Development Consent Order) for the project. The scheme, promoted by Enso Energy in partnership with Cero Generation, features ground-mounted solar arrays, a battery energy […]
A recent article by the RSPB highlights how carefully planned and well-managed solar farms can deliver meaningful benefits for wildlife – demonstrating that renewable energy and biodiversity need not be in conflict. With the right approach, solar farms can become species-rich, structurally varied habitats that support birds, pollinators and small mammals, often outperforming surrounding intensive
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Avian Ecology has recently been supporting SSE Transmission by preparing the Ornithological Impact Assessment for their proposed new 400kv OHL connection between Beauly, in the Scottish Highlands and Peterhead in Aberdeenshire. Spanning approximately 186km in length, the proposed OHL route traverses a variety of habitats including lowland river valleys, expansive commercial forestry plantation, stretches of
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The Frodsham Solar Development Consent Order (DCO) application has now been accepted by the Planning Inspectorate (PINS) for examination. Avian ecology has provided ecological services in relation to this DCO application since 2022. This input has included a range or ornithological and ecological surveys, reflecting the sensitive location of the proposals close to a number
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Avian Ecology is acting as the ecological and ornithological consultant in respect of the Helios Renewable Energy Project solar farm. This Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) will have an expected energy generating capacity of 190MW, sufficient to power 47,500 homes. The project is located in North Yorkshire and extends over approximately 476 hectares of predominantly
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Avian Ecology has been providing ecological services in support of the proposed Frodsham Solar proposal, a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP), since 2022. The Development Consent order (DCO) application for the project was submitted in May 2025, and after review has now been accepted by the Planning inspectorate (PINS) for examination. The proposed solar farm
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We are delighted to announce that our team has grown significantly in recent months, strengthening our ability to deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services across a wide range of projects. Among the new appointments is Joe Whittick, our new Technical Director, who brings a wealth of experience in ecological consultancy, biodiversity net gain and local government.
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A recently tabled UK Government bill — the Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2025 — has prompted concern among ecologists and nature organisations over proposed changes to how ecological requirements will apply in planning applications. While government ministers argue the reformed regime will speed up delivery of infrastructure and housing, critics say parts of the Bill
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Avian Ecology is now part of the Origin Enterprises group of companies, joining other specialist environmental businesses including Bowland Ecology, Neo Environmental and Keystone Environmental as part of their Living Landscapes division. For over 125 years, Origin has been partnering with farmers, landowners, and businesses to create innovative, technically-led solutions in the agri-environment sector. Today
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