An ecological consultancy based in Dorset, UK
Our work is focused on the interface between people and nature. Our dynamic team is passionate about ecology, conservation and natural history. We work with those who share our values, in the most ethical and sustainable way that we can.
We are professional, experienced ecologists
We take pride in being a flexible, responsive and friendly team, whilst maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. We also work closely with a range of associates and subcontractors who offer complementary skills.
Durwyn Liley
BSc, PhD, MCIEEM - Director
International experience with a special interest in birds and bird conservation, human disturbance and access issues
Chris Panter
BSc, MCIEEM - Technical Director – Data Analysis & GIS
Research Ecologist with expertise in statistical analysis, large datasets and GIS
Fenella Lewin
BSc, PGCert Man - Practice Manager
Fulfills a key administrative role, ensuring the smooth running of Footprint Ecology
Sophie Lake
BSc, PhD - Director
Bringing a broad range of experience in conservation and applied research with a special interest in grazing
Phil Saunders
BSc, MSc, PhD - Senior Ecologist & Fieldwork Coordinator
A research ecologist with ornithological and GIS expertise, and a particular interest in outreach and training provision.
Zoe Caals
BSc, Senior Ecologist
Visitor survey design, data analysis and reporting
Emma Bishop
BSc (Hons) - Ecologist
Recent graduate working on visitor surveys and data management.
Emily Rush
BSc, MSc
Data Assistant
Footprint Ecology is now an Employee Owned Company!
To ensure orderly succession, and that Footprint remains true to the intentions and ethics of the founders, the shareholders have sold their stake in the business to an Employee Ownership Trust. This change took effect on 30th June 2023, and it means the business is now indirectly owned by the employees, for their benefit.
What this means in everyday terms is that, actually, very little will change. Footprint will be doing the same work, with the same staff, from the same premises. But in the long run the change will bring certainty and security to the business, whilst improving staff engagement and morale.
OUR ETHICSDownload examples of our ecology work
We regularly publish on a wide variety of nature conservation and ecological research that we’ve conducted for clients and for the wider conservation effort, and you can download a selection of our publications for free...
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We’re always ready to talk about your requirements, so please do get in touch today
Tel: +44 (0)1929 552444