Ecology Informed Innovation: Leveraging GIS, Digital Data Capture, and Data-Driven Solutions for Biodiversity Net Gain
Year: 2025
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: Environment Bank has pioneered a national network of forward funded habitat banks to support the Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation introduced in February 2024, requiring at least a 10% net gain in biodiversity. The Data and GIS team plays a critical role by developing robust data systems, automating workflows, and implementing a comprehensive data pipeline using ESRI’s ArcGIS suite. This innovative approach integrates digital data capture, spatial analysis, and stakeholder reporting to streamline ecological assessments and manage BNG unit stock over a 30+ year lifecycle. With 6,500+ acres of habitat creation underway, Environment Bank leads in high-integrity BNG solutions.
Authors: Offer, George, Sexton, Tara, Watts, Sophie, Gow, Hannah
Institution: Catalyst
Language: English
Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
SDG: Life on land
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949812248
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