About the series

This 2-part live online training series will provide an overview of the current Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements in England. Part 1, on 9th July, focuses on policy and compliance requirements, whilst Part 2, on 16th July, focuses on the
practical application of BNG assessments.

The sessions are available to book separately or book both and get 10% off your booking fee.

About the session

This practical session focuses on the application of Biodiversity Net Gain requirements and the preparation of straightforward BNG assessments. Using worked examples, case studies and live demonstrations of relevant forms, attendees will gain an understanding of the key steps involved in delivering BNG compliance.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand the Biodiversity Gain Plan process and associated forms
• Understand the requirements for discharging BNG planning conditions
• Compare statutory metric and small site metric submission requirements
• Review worked examples and case studies
• Understand the process for securing offsite biodiversity units and statutory credits
• Gain an introduction to compiling simple BNG assessments

Who is this session for?

• Those involved in preparing, reviewing or coordinating BNG assessments
• Those wanting a practical understanding of BNG submission requirements and compliance processes

About the speaker

Kalia Symeonidou – Lead Ecology and Biodiversity Net Gain Consultant, Eight Versa

Kalia has successfully managed numerous protected species surveys and her portfolio includes BREEAM and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments. She has conducted ecological works on a range of projects of a variety of scales within the private and public sectors including residential, industrial, infrastructure and commercial development schemes.

Kalia is a skilled project manager with a good understanding of the planning process and its interplay with ecology and biodiversity; this enables her to deliver high quality, pragmatic solutions for the client and to assist them throughout the application process.