ECOFACT have been involved in the preparation of a number of Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEA), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIS) and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) for tourism and amenity developments as detailed below.
ECOFACT are currently involved in the preparation of a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) and Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) for the proposed re-opening of the old Ulster Canal between Clones, Co. Monaghan and the Erne catchment. ECOFACT is responsible for the aquatic ecology and fisheries elements of the study.
ECOFACT is currently advising on the management and development of a number of recreational salmon fisheries in Ireland, including a site on the River Finn in Co Donegal.
ECOFACT recently undertook a detailed mammal survey and bat roost survey for a proposed redevelopment at Fota Island Wildlife Park, Co. Cork. The field study included an assessment of mammal species utilising the study area and a survey of bat roosts within the mature trees and buildings on the site.
ECOFACT has undertaken ecological impact assessments for a number of golf course developments, where the proposal had potential to affect protected species or ecological interests on the site. Examples of golf course projects in which we were involved are the Tulfarris course, Co. Wicklow and the Magner Manor development, Mallow, Co. Cork.
We recently prepared a major ecological assessment of Lough Ennell which is likely to be used as source of water for the redevelopment of the Royal Canal.
ECOFACT has been involved in the preparation of aquatic ecology and fisheries impact assessments for a number of recreational marina developments including a large private marina at Mountshannon, Co. Clare; two marinas on Lough Boffin, Co. Roscommon and a board-walk development at Killaloe, Co. Clare.
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) published new guidance in January 2019 for bats surveys at wind farm sites. These new guidelines are entitled “Bats and onshore wind turbines – survey, assessment and mitigation”. The document incorporates findings from the latest research on the impact of wind farms on bats. It is endorsed by all the statutory […]
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We are one of the leading companies in Ireland providing mammal surveys and assessments. We provide expert advise on both bats and terrestrial non-volant (i.e. non-flying) mammals. We undertake surveys for all terrestrial non-volant mammal species in Ireland, including Badger, Otter, Red Squirrel, Pine Marten, and non-native American Mink, among others. Our staff are fully […]
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We were delighted to work recently with BBC Earth on a documentary on Sea Lampreys Petromyzon marinus. The filming took place during early-June 2017 on the old River Shannon at Castleconnell, Co Limerick. This is part of the Lower River Shannon Special Area of Conservation, and Sea Lampreys are a key conservation interest of this […]
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A major new book will be published in May 2017 entitled ‘Wildlife and Wind Farms: Conflicts and Solutions’. Volume 1 of this book includes a chapter prepared by Ecofact Principal Ecologist Dr. William O’Connor. The two-volume set provides a comprehensive overview of the interactions between wind farms and wildlife, each volume dedicated to one of the two […]
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Our staff are currently undertaking a number of wintering bird surveys in the Irish Midlands. Here we have provided some photos and videos from bird surveys we undertook during December 2015. Our bird surveys are undertaken to inform both the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) reports being prepared for proposed wind energy […]
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