We’re pleased to see the Fosse Way Solar Farm project consented following appeal. This project was particularly rewarding for the Avian Ecology team, as we supported it throughout the planning process – from the initial ecological surveys and assessment work through to the appeal stage. Our work included habitat surveys, breeding bird surveys, great crested […]
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We’re proud to see the publication of Solar Farms & Skylarks, a new Solar Energy UK guidance document authored by our Technical Director, Howard Fearn. The paper brings together the latest ecological evidence, planning policy and industry experience relating to Skylarks and solar farm development, helping to inform one of the most frequently debated topics
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We’re pleased to see the Cobham Solar project successfully consented following appeal. Avian Ecology provided ecology and ornithology support to the appeal team, helping to demonstrate that the scheme could deliver renewable energy generation alongside meaningful biodiversity enhancements. The project includes significant biodiversity net gain, with habitat creation and management measures that will enhance ecological
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We’re excited to announce the next step for Avian Ecology. From 1st June, Joe Whittick will take on the role of Managing Director, while our founder Howard Fearn moves into a Technical Director role, continuing to support clients and projects with his extensive technical expertise. This marks an exciting new chapter for Avian Ecology, with
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In May Avian Ecology Managing Director Howard Fearn sat on a panel discussing ‘post consent barriers’ at the Solar & Storage Live event hosted by Solar Energy UK in London, alongside other industry experts including Cathryn Tracey from Burges Salmon LLP, David Cassidy from Statkraft, and Daniel Corcoran from RWE. The panel was targeted at
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We are pleased to have supported the successful consenting of the Nettly Burn Renewable Energy Park in Fife, Scotland, acting as ecological consultants for the project. Located near Knockhill and set within an area of peatland, the project presented a unique and technically challenging opportunity. Peatlands are among the UK’s most valuable habitats for carbon
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We’re really pleased to be settling into our new office at Sci-Tech Daresbury, an exciting milestone for Avian and the team! Located in the Liverpool City Region, Sci-Tech Daresbury is the home of pioneering science, technology and business. We’ve joined its growing campus community of over 160 businesses, taking a large modern office space in
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As the UK accelerates its transition to clean energy, striking the right balance between renewable energy development and nature conservation becomes increasingly critical. A recent position paper – “RenewableUK: Peatlands, Renewables and Irreplaceable Habitats” — highlights how this balance can be achieved while safeguarding valuable peatland resources. At Avian Ecology, we welcomed the opportunity to
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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
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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