Introduction Winter is sometimes described as a quiet period for ecological survey work. In reality, it is a vital field season for ornithologists and for project teams whose developments may affect migratory birds, waterbirds, waders, wildfowl, or other species that use Ireland during the non-breeding season. The island of Ireland lies on major migratory routes … Read more
Nature restoration is becoming part of mainstream planning Ireland is preparing its first National Nature Restoration Plan under the EU Nature Restoration Regulation. The Regulation requires Member States to plan for the recovery of degraded ecosystems and to contribute to European restoration targets. Ireland’s draft plan is due under EU rules by 1 September 2026. … Read more
Commercial development works to programmes. Land is acquired, designs are prepared, surveys are commissioned, planning applications are assembled, and contractors are booked. Ecology sits within that same programme, but it has one important difference: some of the evidence can only be gathered reliably at certain times of year. This does not mean that every ecological … Read more
Why Early Identification Matters for Responsible Land and Project Management Invasive Species Week is an important annual reminder that the protection of biodiversity is not just a matter for ecologists, conservation groups or public agencies. It is also a practical issue for anyone involved in land management, development, infrastructure, forestry, utilities, public realm works, property … Read more
Veon’s Managing Director, Commercial, Trevor McHugh and Head of Ecology, Amy Haigh were in the Longford Leader this week talking
Ballyfin Demesne has embarked on a major sustainability and biodiversity enhancement journey and have appointed Ecology and Arboriculture experts Veon to help them achieve their goals. The Ballyfin estate’s sustainability team works with Veon foresters and ecologists to incorporate woodland establishment and rewilding projects into the estate’s development plans to help achieve their sustainability goals … Read more
Storm Eowyn salvage and clean-up operation in Co. Leitrim managed by Veon Forestry, Ecology and Arboriculture. Veon provides professional land-use consultancy services to landowners nationwide.
Fomitopsis betulina (syn. Piptoporus betulinus) — birch polypore (razor-strop fungus). Originally described as Boletus betulinus in the late 18th century, it went through several botanical placements (e.g., Polyporus betulinus) before falling under the genus Piptoporus for most of the 20th century. However, recent molecular phylogenetic studies (DNA-based cladistics) showed that Piptoporus as traditionally defined … Read more
Nancy Stewart of Veon Ecology gave a fascinating and detailed talk on Scottish Beavers to the entire Veon team at the recent bi annual gathering. The successful reintroduction of the European beaver to Scotland into selected sites was examined and how they are building natural dams, reducing flood risk and increasing biodiversity in their habitat. Veon … Read more
Veon Ecology provides Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) services to infrastructural project developers from road construction to solar farms. As Ireland accelerates infrastructural development, ECoW plays a vital role in ensuring that progress aligns with environmental protection. Acting as a bridge between construction teams and ecological regulations, the ECoW ensures that biodiversity, habitats, and wildlife … Read more
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) was introduced this year by the English Government and proclaimed as the solution to building houses while still protecting the environment. Is BNG really the panacea to help address the biodiversity crisis? Download the Veon Ecology UK Newsletter
