New Logo!
As a 15th birthday present we have treated ourselves to a new look. You may have noticed some changes to our websites (consultancy and training). The oak leaves are gone, and our new logo is here! We hope you like it.
Acorn Ecology turns 15!
We're celebrating 15 years of Acorn Ecology this year. On our anniversary we held a party for staff, subcontractors and clients. You can read our story and an interview with our Managing Director, Sue, HERE. A huge thank you to all our staff, subcontractors and especially to you, our valued clients. We've been featured in [...]
Licence Consultation Response – Natural England
What was the review for? Natural England consulted on a proposal to charge for Wildlife Licences on Defra’s behalf between December 2017 and February 2018. They asked respondents their views on their proposal to introduce charges for processing licences, both mitigation and class licences. Natural England have now published their [...]
Reviewing the Evidence – Bat Mitigation
Reviewing the evidence on mitigation strategies for bats in buildings: informing best-practice for policy makers and practitioners. A report has just been published by CIEEM that reviews the effectiveness of mitigation for bats within buildings. This study aimed to provide evidence to planners, developers and ecological practitioners on the efficacy [...]
Getting ready for GDPR
What is GDPR? You may have received a number of emails from different companies asking you to update your details or sign up to a newsletter. Why is this? The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) comes into effect on the 25th May this year. The regulations expand on the Data Protection [...]
The Exeter Branch Welcomes Hannah
Acorn Ecology is delighted to welcome Hannah Willis BSc GradCIEEM as an Ecologist joining the Exeter branch. Hannah has recently relocated back to the south west having graduated from Exeter University in 2012 with a degree in Biological Sciences. Since then she has worked abroad with the US Forest Service in [...]
What’s new in 2018? The 25 Year Plan, Brexit and EPS
Acorn Ecology in 2018 We are really looking forward to 2018. This year we will be marking off some big achievements, so keep an eye out for special events and offers. The Exeter head office branch will be celebrating their 15 year anniversary in May. We look forward to sharing our celebration with you. Our [...]
Ecologist Vacancy in Exeter (maternity leave)
We need an experienced Ecologist for 1 year maternity cover (may be extended for the right candidate) in our Exeter branch, to join our small, professional, friendly and hard-working team. Starting in April 2018. Acorn Ecology is a well-known and highly respected Ecological Consultancy that also delivers high quality Ecological Training Courses. We are celebrating [...]
Habitat Regulations 2017
Consolidation of The Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations (the “Habitats Regulations 2017”) The Habitats Regulations 2010 have been amended ten times since they were last consolidated (in 2010). They are likely to remain in place for some time after the UK exits the EU. Therefore, the legislation has [...]
Exeter Office Work Experience Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated work experience student to join the team at the Exeter office after Christmas. Essential requirements Driver with a car, willing to drive to surveys Reliable Punctual Enthusiastic Hours If you are interested please get in touch to discuss hours. We are looking for someone who can be [...]
Wildlife and Development Guidance Note: Cirl Bunting
New Cirl Bunting Development Guidance Note Devon County Council, Teignbridge District Council, Torbay Council and the RSPB have worked together to produce new guidance about cirl buntings in relation to development. Cirl buntings are an iconic species in Devon. A population crash in the 1980s, caused by changing farming practices, [...]
Acorn Ecology Awarded ISO14001
Acorn Ecology is pleased to announce that we have been awarded with ISO14001. This is a world-recognised accreditation from the International Standards Organization. The ISO14001 recognises the efforts of an organisation to manage its environmental responsibilities. This responsibility is reflected in all aspects of the business, including, for example, communication and [...]
New Grey Long-eared Bat Roost Confirmed
The much more common brown long-eared bat (P. Gould) We've got some exciting news! Another grey long-eared bat roost has been confirmed in East Devon. As you may have read in our post last year, we found a grey long-eared bat in a roost in East Devon and confirmed the [...]
Jess Gains NE Dormouse Licence
Jess, an ecologist at Acorn Ecology Exeter Office, now has a Natural England licence to survey for hazel dormice. Jess has been working towards her licence for the last couple of seasons, going out with her trainer each month over the survey season. As well as training on NDMP (National Dormouse [...]
Sarah’s Holiday Blog
Sarah Candlin has returned from her holiday with tales of flying doors and snowy mountains... "It seems that spring is arriving at last. I saw the first signs of bird nesting activity last week– but you’ll never guess the species! I saw a white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) carrying a stick, perhaps [...]