UAVs for the masses

WHAT DO WE SPECIALISE IN?

As a research-forward company, Spectral Ecology is pushing the envelope of what is possible within ecological and environmental consultancy; utilising emerging technologies (UAVs - Drones - with LiDAR and high-resolution multispectral sensors), next-generation environmental and spectral modelling, and leveraging decades of experience working at the forefront of ecological research. Spectral Ecology's mission is simple - provide access to cutting-edge science, analysis and insights to enable decision makers, regulators, companies and individuals to make sound environmental choices.

Unlike most drone survey companies we provide actionable insights, not just maps. We are experts in creating and interpreting complex datasets, and helping you understand the patterns, what drives them, and what this means for your project in plain English or Cymraeg - providing you with what you need to get the job done.  

Whether you need to identify and map species or habitats for baseline assessments, want to design more resilient nature-based flood solutions, understand how your system can provide ecosystem services, or want to do bespoke research - we have the tools and expertise to make it a reality, and save you money in the process!

UAV (DRONE) SURVEYING

UAVs (or Drones) are becoming a powerful tool for mapping and understanding ecological and environmental systems. 

If you're considering wetlands as a nature-based solution to help reduce flood risk, their location, size, and layout are key to success. We now understand that simply placing wetlands next to assets might not always work as expected*. By looking at how wetlands alter processes at the whole river or estuary scale we can help you design wetland projects that offer the best flood protection for assets and the wider area.

We use cutting-edge hydrodynamic models and deep ecological knowledge to understand how water flow, waves, and plants interact and provide flood protection. This helps us find the optimal wetland design to reduce flood impact at larger scales, providing the most value for money for expensive engineering projects.

Get in touch to see how we can help mitigate flood risk.

*Want to learn more? You can read our research articles on how wetland vegetation reduces waves, currents and flooding, and critically, how benefits can be realised at whole-river scales, rather than just for local wave protection of adjacent land.

WETLANDS FOR DEFENCE

PREVENTING POLLUTION

Multispectral mapping and function and services modelling can be used to effectively monitor and predict nutrient levels and pollutants. Whether monitoring algal blooms and nutrient testing, or understanding how algae, plants or animals can be leveraged to help reduce common pollutants using state-of-the-art modelling, we can help you understand how to minimise your environmental impacts.

Want to know how you can maximise the enjoyment and restorative potential of your new nature-inspired retreat? Want to understand how your coastal protection plans will be recieved by local communities, or want to see the impact of incorporating nature-based designs on community buy-in?

We can help with issues like these and many others. From viewshed analysis, aesthetics, and recreational benefits, we can provide comprehensive testing and consultancy for a wide range of cultural services for your project.

We can also perform stakeholder weighting analysis, looking at how different stakeholders perceive and value different services, allowing you to make informed decisions that keep clients, communities and users happy, while reducing project risks. 

*Want to learn more? You can read a selection of our research articles on how biodiversity and nature-based designs can influence peoples' perceptions and wellbeing outcomes.

THE CULTURAL CONNECTION

A WIDE SPECTRUM OF SERVICES

At Spectral Ecology, our scientists truly understand how ecosystems function and the benefits they provide. With over 10 years at the forefront of research developing new techniques to measure, predict, and map species and ecosystem services, we can help you understand the value of your sites.

From how algae clean water by removing pollution and nutrients, to how areas provide homes for wildlife, and even the cultural and recreational benefits of ecosystems – we can measure and map a wide variety of these natural services.

And if your need isn’t covered by existing techniques? We can help develop bespoke ways to measure it! Contact us today to get started.

CONTACT US

For the Past Decade, we’ve been obsessed with pushing the boundaries of ecology and mapping, and with Spectral Ecology we are finally opening up cutting-edge science to a wide gamut of users. Talk to us today to see how we can revolutionise your ecological and mapping needs.