ECOLOGYNI LTD

What ECOLOGYNI LTD does

EcologyNI Ltd is a privately held ecological consultancy headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland, established in 1996 by Shaun Wolfe-Murphy (also trading as WM Associates). The firm provides professional ecological survey, assessment, and management services to developers, government agencies, conservation organizations, housing associations, construction firms, and utilities across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

The service portfolio covers Phase 1 and Phase 2 habitat surveys using JNCC UK/NI and Heritage Council RoI classifications and NVC methodology, Environmental Impact Assessment and Statements, BREEAM/CSH/CEEQUAL sustainability certification assessments, ecological constraints reviews, habitat management planning, invasive species management (Schedule 9 species), ecological interpretation materials, and wildlife-friendly landscaping specifications delivered through the Ecoscape NI partnership with McIlwaine Landscape Architects. The firm also maintains open-access online Plant Search Databases covering wildlife-friendly trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, and climbers as content marketing and reference assets. Multi-disciplinary surveys are coordinated through a network of associate ecologists.

Revenue is generated through project-based professional services fees billed to enterprise and government clients, with no disclosed pricing, subscription product, or technology licensing model. Customer logos span the Ministry of Defence, NI Housing Executive, NIEA, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Coillte, Laing O'Rourke, Farrans, Ove Arup, Scottish and Southern Energy, Woodland Trust, National Trust, and multiple housing associations. The business is bootstrapped and wholly founder-owned with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, or external funding.

Name

ECOLOGYNI LTD

Legal name

EcologyNI Ltd.

Website

https://ecologyni.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Short description

EcologyNI Ltd is a Belfast-based ecological consultancy, founded in 1996 by Shaun Wolfe-Murphy, delivering Phase 1/2 habitat surveys, BREEAM/CSH assessments, EIA, habitat management planning, invasive species management, and wildlife-friendly landscaping to developers, government agencies, and conservation organizations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ecological Consultancy Services

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Terrestrial Ecology & Habitat Surveys (EUAHAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Biodiversity Baseline Studies & Long-Term Monitoring Programs (EUAHAHAE), Ecological Restoration Planning & Monitoring (Habitat, Wetland, Stream) (EUAHAHAF), Landscape Architecture & Site Design (BPAHAKAC)

Keywords

• Ecological consultancy services
• Environmental impact assessment
• Habitat management planning
• BREEAM sustainability certification
• Invasive species management

Headquarters

HQ city

Belfast

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Ecological Consultancy Services: Professional consultancy fees for ecological surveys, assessments, habitat management planning, BREEAM/CSH assessments, ecological constraints reviews, invasive species management, and ecological interpretation services. Revenue is generated on a project-by-project basis for developers, government agencies, and conservation organizations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

EcologyNI Ltd provides professional ecological consultancy services including ecological surveys (Phase 1 and Phase 2 habitat surveys, fauna surveys, Environmental Impact Assessments), BREEAM/CSH sustainability certification assessments, habitat management planning, ecological constraints review for development sites, wildlife-friendly landscaping (delivered via the Ecoscape NI partnership with McIlwaine Landscape Architects), invasive species management for Schedule 9 species, and ecological interpretation materials. Services are delivered on a project basis to developers, government agencies, housing associations, construction firms, utilities, and conservation organizations in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Product overview

EcologyNI Ltd operates as an ecological consultancy offering a portfolio of professional services centered on ecological survey, assessment, and management. The core offerings include Ecological Survey services (Phase 1 and Phase 2 habitat surveys, fauna surveys, and Environmental Impact Assessments), BREEAM/CSH Assessment services, Habitat Management Planning, Ecological Constraints Review, Wildlife-Friendly Landscaping (delivered through the Ecoscape NI partnership), Invasive Species Management, and Ecological Interpretation. Supporting these services, the company provides online Plant Search Databases (Trees & Shrubs and Herbaceous Plants & Climbers) as searchable resources. The company operates primarily in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, serving developers, conservationists, and government agencies since 1996.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ecological Survey Survey and assessment of current and potential ecological conditions of sites, including Phase 1 and Phase 2 vegetation surveys, fauna surveys, and environmental impact assessments. Delivered to developers, government agencies, and conservation organizations in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
• BREEAM/CSH and Accreditation Scheme Assessment Sustainability certification assessments for buildings and developments, including BREEAM New Construction, Code for Sustainable Homes, and CEEQUAL award scheme assessments. Delivered to developers, housing associations, and construction firms.
• Habitat Management Planning Guidance on creation, restoration, repair, or enhancement of habitats, provided at varying levels of detail to meet client needs. Includes formulation of Site Management plans for conservation designations and developer sites.
• Ecological Constraints Review Preliminary site reconnaissance to identify potential ecological constraints to development, including protected habitats, protected species likelihood, and invasive species presence. Helps developers avoid unexpected delays before committing to land or development.
• Wildlife-Friendly Landscaping (Ecoscape NI partnership) Specification of biodiversity-enhanced landscaping schemes that satisfy planning conditions while building genuine biodiversity value. Delivered through partnership 'Ecoscape NI' combining McIlwaine Landscape Architects' landscape architecture skills with EcologyNI's ecological insight.
• Invasive Species Management Advice and management services for Schedule 9 invasive species including site searches, management plans, and herbicide treatment. Covers species such as Japanese Knotweed that can impact development costs and timelines.
• Ecological Interpretation Development of interpretive materials including signage and leaflets to build public understanding and support for nature conservation. Delivered for conservation bodies, parks, and public sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80+ BREEAM/CSH assessments completed in Northern Ireland
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• McIlwaine Landscape ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWM Associates and McIlwaine Landscape Architects operate a working partnership as 'Ecoscape NI' to deliver traditional landscape architecture skills combined with ecological insight. This partnership enables provision of wildlife-friendly landscaping specifications that satisfy planning conditions while building genuine biodiversity value.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• RSK Group: Large UK-headquartered environmental and engineering consultancy with a substantial ecology practice. Already named in EcologyNI's own client list as a peer/partner; competes for larger multi-disciplinary scopes.
• WSP: Global professional services firm with a significant UK and Ireland ecology practice, capable of delivering large EIA and infrastructure ecological assessments. Broad incumbent competing for the same developers and government frameworks.
• Mott MacDonald: Global engineering and development consultancy with an established ecology and environmental assessment practice. Competes for major infrastructure and development EIA work across the UK and Ireland.
• AECOM: Global infrastructure consultancy with a multi-disciplinary environmental practice including ecology, EIA, and habitat management. Competes for large framework agreements in the UK and Ireland.

Direct peers

• BSG Ecology: UK-based ecological consultancy delivering habitat and species surveys, ecological impact assessment, and biodiversity net gain services. Comparable niche-specialist positioning with similar developer/contractor client base.
• Baker Consultants: UK ecological and biodiversity consultancy offering habitat surveys, EIA support, and protected species assessments. Comparable specialist service model and planning-stage developer focus.
• Ecology Solutions: Specialist UK ecological consultancy providing Phase 1/2 surveys, ecological impact assessment, and habitat management planning. Closely comparable service mix and customer profile to EcologyNI.
• Aspect Ecology: UK specialist ecological consultancy providing habitat surveys, protected species work, and BREEAM ecology assessments. Comparable in offering mix and mid-sized professional services positioning.
• Scott Cawley: Ireland-based ecological consultancy offering Phase 1 habitat surveys, EIAs, and ecological impact assessments across the island of Ireland. Direct peer given overlapping service portfolio, similar client base (developers, public sector), and shared geographic focus.
• McCarthy Keville O'Sullivan: Ecological and environmental consultancy headquartered in Ireland delivering habitat surveys, EIAs, and planning-stage ecological assessments. Highly comparable business model and customer segments to EcologyNI.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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