The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management

CIEEM is the leading professional body for ecologists and environmental managers in the UK and Ireland. It sets industry standards, provides training and guidance, and promotes best practice. CIEEM also offers professional membership grades, including Chartered Ecologist status, helping individuals demonstrate competence, credibility and commitment.

Career Coaching for Ecologists: Supporting Progression and Leadership

Dan Carpenter provides coaching tailored to ecology professionals, drawing on 20+ years of industry experience. He supports individuals through career transitions, leadership challenges, and strategic development, helping them gain clarity, overcome barriers, and take practical steps towards their goals.

Great Crested Newt Training 

GCN Training Ltd offer Great Crested Newt courses led by James Grundy. The training combines classroom learning with practical fieldwork at nearby mitigation ponds. Designed for early career and professional ecologists, the course also provides ongoing expert support and is ideal for those working towards a GCN survey licence.

Botanical Survey and Habitat Training

Led by Joshua Styles, British Botany Ltd is a Liverpool based training consultancy operating nationwide, focused on botanical survey, habitat assessment, licensing and restoration.

Detection Dogs in Ecology 

Ecology Detection Dogs Britain and Ireland Working Group supports the development and responsible use of detection dogs in ecological surveys across the region. The group promotes high standards through research led best practice, knowledge sharing and industry awareness.

QGIS Toolkit and Ecology Mapping Solutions

Maptastic was founded by Clair Birnie, whose passion for mapping sits at the heart of the business. Claire offers a number of services designed to help independent Ecologists and small consultancies manage data collection, mapping and reporting in house.