Nature Strategy for a Resilient Future

Habitats is a specialist consultancy in biodiversity restoration, nature strategy and nature-based solutions.

We work with landowners, organisations and public bodies to restore ecosystems, strengthen biodiversity and develop evidence-based nature strategies aligned with evolving environmental policy and finance frameworks.

Our work spans nature restoration, sustainable land management, green infrastructure and biodiversity uplift. We design practical, place-based solutions grounded in ecological science and shaped by local context.

We bridge science and practice. Through applied research and policy engagement, we translate complex environmental data into clear, actionable insight - supporting informed decision-making across land, planning and investment.

We track developments in Irish and EU biodiversity legislation, natural capital markets, biodiversity net gain and emerging nature finance mechanisms. Our role is to align ecological outcomes with strategic opportunity - delivering measurable impact and long-term resilience.

To discuss a project, please get in touch.

Testimonials

  • "Emma provided excellent support to the EU Green Deal Nature Restoration Cluster, demonstrating strong coordination skills and an ability to synthesise complex research and policy evidence into clear, structured outputs with practical relevance for policymakers and practitioners"

    Dr Laura Palomo, European Commission (REA).

  • "... a depth of knowledge and expertise in biodiversity conservation ... as well as a high level of professionalism and attention to detail"

    William Fitzmaurice, UCD Earth Institute

  • "Emma is terrific to work with. Meticulous, well-organised and really professional in her approach, she always delivers on-time and to a high standard. Her breath of experience as a researcher, author, consultant and land manager makes for a unique combination that few others can equal"

    Dr Brendan Dunford, Founder, Burrenbeo Trust, ReFarm

  • "feedback from employees was extremely positive ... very knowledgeable and engaging ... helped employees feel like we have made a difference"

    Timothy Long, Fidelity Investments

  • "...an excellent ability to translate hard science into clear, easy-to-digest information that aims to encourage action"

    Brigid Barry, Farming for Nature

  • "...fantastic to work with ... work was on time and excellently finished ... passion for the environment really shone through"

    Saoirse McHugh, Wild Parks

  • "extremely knowledgeable ... excellent support throughout ... results of the project have been amazing ... can't recommend the service enough"

    James McManus, Earth’s Edge