This practical 2-day intermediate course will teach you the fundamentals of using UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) to map and assess a wide range of commonly encountered habitats.
The UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) has become the industry standard, not least because it is integral to DEFRA’s Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) metric. From ecological consultancy to conservation, this system offers a straightforward yet comprehensive system for mapping habitats and their ecological value.
Field Studies Council and UKHab Ltd. have partnered to deliver these courses and other training related to UKHab surveys.
Tutor: Bob Edmonds
Bob is a chartered environmentalist with more than twenty five years working as a professional ecological consultant and ten years working on the development of UKHab. He splits his time between SLR Consulting Ltd, where he is a Technical Director and Strategic Lead for Ecology & Biodiversity in Europe, and UKHab. Bob is Director of Partnerships at UKHab Ltd, the non-profit organisation established to manage and maintain the UK Habitat Classification, which is now the most widely used system for classifying habitats in the country. UKHab's mission is to support high quality habitat survey and monitoring across the UK for BNG, EcIA and ES assessments. Bob is also an active member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and is proud of his 10 years volunteering for Professional Standards Committee. Specialising in habitat survey and assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment, Biodiversity Net Gain and protected species mitigation, Bob provides training, principally to environmental professionals, on UKHab, BNG and related topics.
