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An introduction to biodiversity net gain

Event organised by ICE

Date
17 September 2025
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Overview

Join Natasha Collings-Costello from Cornwall Environmental Consultants Ltd for An Introduction to biodiversity net gain (BNG). 

This session will explore BNG, including its definition, the mandatory requirements in England, and the various delivery approaches—on-site, off-site, or a combination of both. 

The talk will also highlight the benefits of BNG, provide an overview of the small sites metric and its appropriate use, and discuss the role and delivery of offset sites. 

Speaker

Natasha Collings-Costello

Natasha Collings-Costello

Cornwall Environmental Consultants Ltd

managing director

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Natasha Collings-Costello

Natasha brings a wealth of expertise in biodiversity and sustainable development, having authored Cornwall’s Biodiversity Supplementary Planning Document and contributed to both Cornwall Council’s Climate Change Development Management Plan and the British Standard BS42021 on integral nest boxes. 

Her commitment to advancing environmental best practices is reflected in her national training contributions, having delivered Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) sessions to esteemed organisations including RIBA, CIOB, the Environment Agency, and numerous local authorities across the UK. 

With a blend of technical insight and practical experience, Natasha’s work continues to shape policy and inspire action across the environmental sector. 

For more information please contact:

Kate Messham

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