Our Services
Specific to Developers —
We plan, permit, and implement compensatory wetland, stream, and habitat mitigation projects — providing both turn-key and à la carte services to meet the client’s needs. We collaborate with developers to enhance the sustainability and public benefits associated with your projects and guide you thoughtfully through permitting processes.
developers of renewable energy —
Wetland Mitigation
We offer a comprehensive suite of compensatory wetland mitigation services for compliance with Clean Water Act Section 404, NYS Freshwater Wetlands Act, and Section 94-C. Our teams identify appropriate mitigation sites and then design, plan, permit, construction, monitor, and manage them for the long term. Our creative and interdisciplinary team has developed unique and meaningful mitigation solutions for projects large and small.
Stream Mitigation
We provide compensatory stream mitigation services for compliance with Clean Water Act Section 404, NYS Stream Protection Act, and Section 94-C permitting. Our teams specialize in using nature-based, green infrastructure solutions to stabilize stream beds and banks, improving water quality and wildlife habitats for years to come.
Habitat Mitigation
Our teams provide compensatory habitat mitigation for Endangered Species Act, NYS Part 182, and Section 94-C permit compliance. We work with our close partners to provide services or turn-key mitigation solutions that are catered to the species, habitats, and client needs.
Site Plan Reviews
We review renewable energy site plans to identify opportunities, funding, and partners for ecological uplift and public benefits that are compatible with your development.
our holistic approach to mitigation services reflects our commitment to responsible environmental stewardship, compliance, and the lasting impact of our projects.
Other developers —
In addition to the services above, we provide the following services to other types of developers —
Project Management
We understand the importance of agency and stakeholder coordination, facilitating effective communication and alignment of interests.
Permitting & Compliance
We provide environmental permitting and compliance services associated with NEPA, SEQRA, Clean Water Act Section 404, SHPO coordination, NYS Article 15 and 24, Part 182, and more. We have built strong relationships with regulatory agencies, which allows us to identify permitting challenges early and solve them collaboratively.
Community Engagement
We use the community engagement methodology pioneered by our partners at PLAYCE Studio Ltd., focusing on play-based community conversations, site analysis tours, team building games, and ‘try it on’ events to engage with wide and diverse audiences in meaningful ways, creating community, project champions, and better projects.
Ecological Surveys
We provide a variety of ecological field surveys including baseline field conditions assessments, invasive species surveys, plant community and vegetation inventories, wildlife surveys, wetland delineations, mitigation monitoring, and more. We provide GIS mapping and reporting to comply with applicable federal and state guidelines for each survey type.