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Ecological assessments

Discover how different types of assessments can help protect nature in the planning process.

Net Benefit for Biodiversity: helping nature through planning

Learn about Net Benefit for Biodiversity in Wales – what it is and how it’s achieved.

What is an ecological assessment and when is it needed?

Learn about what types of ecological assessments are required under the planning system.

How do the Habitats Regulations protect our most important wildlife sites?

Here you’ll learn how these important regulations work to protect certain special sites.

An overview of Environmental Impact Assessment

EIA: what it is, when it’s needed, the processes involved and tips for reviewing reports.