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Today’s takeaway comments about property development vs. wetlands and biology at today’s #NorthStateBIA event: Comment: There’s nothing easy about wetlands permitting. Response: You’re right. The requirements and timelines often do not make sense or are overbearing. The best way to manage these issues is knowing what you are dealing with before buying or applying and then planning your desired outcome. Comment: Is it faster to go through state or federal permits? Response: The EPA’s recent decision to exclude isolated wetlands and waters from federal jurisdiction creates confusion, but also opportunity. State permitting guidelines require agencies to permit projects in 3 months if a complete application is submitted. Comment: The biggest issue we have is with poor customer service and project management. Response: Absolutely. No developer or builder wants to manage someone else’s job. When you hire an environmental consultant, their service should come with response and customer service that anticipates your project goals. #PropertyDevelopment #WetlandsPermitting #EnvironmentalConsultants

New Post: Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers - https://lnkd.in/ePSJkCFi Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers are professionals dedicated to revitalizing contaminated or underutilized properties, known as brownfields, for various purposes, such as commercial, residential, or industrial use. Their roles involve managing the complexities of transforming environmentally challenged sites into safe, sustainable, and economically viable assets. These specialists play a vital role in environmental conservation…

As biological consultants, we often focus on wildlife and habitat concerns. However, we understand that project managers juggle many responsibilities, including: ✔ Environmental Compliance  ✔ Worker safety  ✔ Project timelines and budgets  ✔ Equipment and material logistics  ✔ Regulatory requirements from various agencies When you understand that each of these areas also requires its own unique permitting processes, it's clear why many project managers feel overwhelmed. The permitting process can be overwhelming and a significant source of stress and potential delays. We've seen projects hit unexpected roadblocks due to overlooked permits or last-minute discoveries that require additional authorizations. For instance, a seemingly straightforward project can suddenly require a Section 10 incidental take permit if a protected species is found on site, potentially adding months to your timeline. Each permit comes with its own set of requirements, timelines, and potential pitfalls: Environmental Assessments (EAs) or Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) may be required, often involving lengthy public comment periods. Permits might need to be obtained from multiple agencies—federal, state, and local—each with its own procedures and timelines. The specific surveys required can vary widely depending on the project location and potential species present, affecting scheduling and budgeting. Knowing all of this, here’s our advice: ✔ Engage in early consultation to identify all potential permitting needs, helping to avoid surprises down the line. ✔ Align biological surveys and assessments with the project timeline, considering optimal survey windows and agency processing times. ✔ Leverage established relationships with regulatory agencies to help streamline the permitting process. ✔ Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable steps for the team. Time is money in construction and development, butwith the right expertise the permitting process can go from a potential obstacle to a well-managed part of your project plan. #PermittingProcess #EnvironmentalCompliance #ConstructionChallenges #BiologicalConsulting

How about a role where you can use your technical genius to engage decision-makers on social and environmental value in major projects? It's time you met my colleagues in the Planning, Environmental Consenting & Communities team. When you join us, you'll ensure sustainability isn't just "sticking to the regs" but woven through every decision we make. Think differently and want your career to reflect that? Follow me for updates and opportunities to help us redefine strategic environmental planning, or search for live jobs below. #InsideAtkinsRéalis #EngineeringBetter #EnvironmentalPlanningJobs #MakeItBrilliant

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Common misconceptions land professionals tell themselves: • "There’s no strategic land available." • "The data isn’t accurate enough." • "It’s too complex to understand planning constraints." • "Mobility data isn’t relevant to my project." • "Environmental regulations are too hard to track." These are all faulty beliefs. And Searchland "fixes" all these problems. We are the best platform for property professionals to source land efficiently: • Comprehensive data means no land opportunity is missed. • Accurate and up-to-date information ensures reliable decision-making. • Easy-to-use tools simplify understanding of planning constraints. • Mobility data is crucial and integrated to enhance your project planning. • Environmental and biodiversity data are all in one place, making compliance straightforward. Don't waste time on manual searches. Don't rely on fragmented data. Instead, use Searchland Then streamline your land sourcing process. If you want to stay ahead in the property market: Learn to leverage our platform. Analyse the comprehensive data. Continuously adapt and improve your strategies. Land sourcing takes time and effort. But with Searchland, it’s key to staying competitive. PS What’s the biggest challenge you face in land sourcing? — If you want to check out our platform and get a free trial, go here: https://bit.ly/4cd9JLN

During Week 7 of the Conservation Connect Adaptive Management Learning Circle we covered A LOT of content! 📊 We began by picking up where we left off in Week 4 and used our theories of change to help us set SMART goals and objectives and define indicators, allowing us to track the progress and effectiveness of our actions. By using a theory of change as a basis, we can ensure that our monitoring plan will give us the information that we need to really understand our results and adapt accordingly. We also discussed how critically evaluating your theory of change can help identify potential risks and negative side-effects and allow you to mitigate them before they happen. 🛠 We then moved onto Step 3 of the Conservation Measures Partnership's Conservation Standards: Implement. This step is about putting all that brilliant planning into action! We discussed building a workplan and budget that is tightly aligned to your strategic plan, and considered how this forms a strong base for developing fundraising proposals. We talked about how making short, regular progress reports against activities can help identify issues as they arise and give you an opportunity to address them. Want to learn more about the Implement Step? Check out this course offered by the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison (https://lnkd.in/dwpyPcU) or access the incredible FREE lectures from the course on YouTube (https://lnkd.in/ePaAhZ9Q). Plus, if you're looking for a project management software that can help with every step of your conservation project, check out Miradi Conservation Software, which is built around the Conservation Standards. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/erfuimSi 🌱 This was the last big live session for the Learning Circle, and over the next few weeks we will be holding a series of individual sessions with participants and their teams to discuss their specific projects and how they can incorporate the Conservation Standards and adaptive management principles into their organisational practice. It’s going to be fantastic to get into the detail and support and learn from these incredible conservation practitioners! Stay tuned to see some highlights! #conservation #conservationstandards #adaptivemanagement #conservationconnect #conservationtraining #conservationcapacitybuilding

Seeking Insights: Advancing Water Conservation Solutions Beyond Utility Savings and LEED Certifications Dear Linkedin Community, I am engaged in a critical aspect of my capstone project, focusing on identifying and researching potential water conservation solutions for Sloan Valve Company to invest in or develop. An essential part of this endeavor is understanding how to compellingly advocate for these technologies, beyond the typical incentives of utility bill savings and LEED certifications. I’m reaching out for your expert opinions and experiences on two key areas: 1) What innovative water conservation solutions or technologies should be on Sloan’s radar for potential investment or development? 2) How can we effectively make the case for businesses and individuals to invest in water conservation technologies, considering benefits that extend beyond just financial savings and environmental certifications? Your insights on successful strategies, particularly in the energy and environment sector, and any innovative solutions you’ve encountered, will be incredibly valuable to my project. I look forward to an engaging and informative discussion that can shed light on these crucial aspects. Thank you for your time and thoughtful contributions. Best regards, Nathan Katzaroff Email: nkatzaro@nd.edu

Stockholder consultation is an important aspect to ensure smooth implementation and effective results for any project. KP is set to launch the BTAP+ Project. I would request and expect that: 1) The wildlife component and research aspects are considered for strengthening and incorporation. These have been neglected aspects of forest and climate policies so far. PFI a research institute for wildlife should be actively engaged in consultation on wildlife research and conservation needs. 2) Research-based geodatabases of protected areas, wildlife species distribution, population, and threats are not available to date. Imagine undertaking conservation and management efforts without having systematic and reliable scientific data for conservation prioritization? Such databases should be established and maintained under this project. 3) Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices based on international project management standards, SMART Indicators, and effective Logical Framework Approach (LFA) documents are critical aspects of any project. Current KP projects lack these considerations. Consultants and departments are trying, albeit unsuccessfully, to add LFAs mid-stage in the TBTTP program. BTAP+ should include M&E and LFA planning from the start. I hope those in a position to make decisions will consider taking the time to integrate these elements into the BTAP+ project planning. Planning is the most crucial step, as implementation depends on it. Let's make our decisions informed and based on research data. It is essential, especially in times of financial crisis, to value the resources allocated to these projects.