About Us
What is Biodiversity Net Gain?
In April 2024, Biodiversity Net Gain became mandatory for most developments across the UK. The new government legislation ensures that any new developments that get built result in a 10% increase in natural habitat.
Many projects will be able to achieve this on site itself by introducing ecological enhancements. However, if you are unable to do this, you may need to buy offsite units allowing you to create this natural habitat elsewhere.
This is where we can help!
Why Choose BNG Solutions UK?
With over 25 years of ecological and commercial experience, the team at BNG Solutions UK work with both developers and land owners to improve biodiversity whilst enabling property development within the UK. Our ecological experience means that we can conduct all of the surveys required to buy or sell BNG units, making us the one stop shop for BNG units.
We are a friendly team who are passionate about providing excellent customer service and developing long term partnerships with land owners and developers alike. We will guide you through the process from beginning to end, answering any questions you have and providing you with advice based on our experience within the industry.
Want to start the process of buying or selling BNG units? Get in touch now!
Meet the Team
Jason Harker
With over 25 years of experience in the horticultural industry, Jason has worked across every corner of the field, gaining a wealth of knowledge and expertise along the way.
As our Managing Director, he is well-equipped to advise clients on the best courses of action, providing tailored solutions that combine his deep understanding of ecology and horticulture with practical, actionable advice.
Emma Candlin
As Head of Operations, Emma plays a key role in ensuring everything within the company runs smoothly. She’s responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and identifying new opportunities for growth and improvement.
With her strategic mindset and attention to detail, Emma helps streamline processes and drive efficiency across the organisation.
Sarah Starkey
Sarah is our incredible Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Managing Director. Sarah ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes and supports our leadership team.
With her sharp organizational skills and dedication, she plays a key role in keeping the office efficient and our projects on track.
Rebecca Derbyshire
Wearing two key hats within the company. Rebecca is responsible for overseeing landscaping designs and schemes. In addition to this, Rebecca oversees our marketing department, managing everything from brand strategy to promotional campaigns.
Her ability to balance both the creative and strategic aspects of her role makes her an invaluable member of the team.
Owen Brown
Owen is an Ecologist at BNG Solutions UK, bringing his expertise and passion for the environment to every project he works on. His role allows him to contribute to sustainable practices and help drive the company’s ecological initiatives forward.
Hannah Burton
Hannah is an Ecologist at BNG Solutions UK, and she loves the variety her role offers.
Whether she’s conducting surveys outdoors or working alongside our fantastic team in the office, Hannah thrives on the balance of fieldwork and collaborative projects. Her passion for the environment and commitment to her work shine through in everything she does.
Ioana Andor
Ioana is a first class graduate with a BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour and Psychology and a MSc in Wildlife Conservation. She has been working as an ecologist for the past 3 years, specialising in behavioural ecology.
She has worked on dozens of residential and commercial scale jobs, as well as some rewilding projects in her local area.