Monitoring

Post-development, drones can be used for regular monitoring of sites to ensure that habitat creation or enhancement commitments are being delivered. AI can detect changes in land cover and habitat quality, helping authorities track progress and flag deviations from approved plans. This supports enforcement and ensures developments deliver the promised biodiversity outcomes.

Monitoring solutions that empower landowners, developers, and conservationists

At Ecosense, we specialise in comprehensive biodiversity monitoring solutions that empower landowners, developers, and conservationists to track ecological changes, demonstrate compliance, and enhance environmental outcomes over time.

We combine cutting-edge drone technology, multispectral imaging, and AI-powered analytics to deliver accurate, repeatable, and scalable biodiversity data. Our approach makes monitoring simple, actionable, and aligned with evolving policy frameworks such as Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Environmental Land Management Schemes (ELMS), the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), and rewilding initiatives.

Whether you’re managing a BNG site, restoring degraded habitats, or enhancing biodiversity on working farmland, we provide the insight and tools to measure ecological impact and inform adaptive strategies.

Our Services Include:

  • Baseline & Follow-Up Surveys
    We establish robust ecological baselines and conduct repeat surveys to assess changes in species presence, habitat condition, and overall biodiversity performance. Our data supports both regulatory reporting and long-term site stewardship.

  • NDVI & Habitat Mapping
    Using drones equipped with multispectral and RGB sensors, we generate Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) maps and detailed habitat classifications. These visuals provide a clear picture of vegetation health, habitat extent, and spatial changes over time.

  • AI-Powered Species & Habitat Recognition
    Leveraging machine learning, we automate the identification of key species, invasive threats, and habitat types from aerial imagery—improving speed, accuracy, and consistency in ecological assessments.

  • Data-Ready Reports
    We deliver clear, GIS-integrated reports formatted to meet the needs of BNG compliance, ELMS and SFI documentation, or bespoke conservation project milestones. Our reports are tailored for use by ecologists, land agents, and regulators.

  • Long-Term Monitoring & Strategy Support
    Biodiversity is dynamic, and so is our monitoring. We provide ongoing support to ensure sites meet their targets, adapt to change, and deliver measurable ecological uplift.

With Ecosense, biodiversity isn’t just measured—it’s monitored, managed, and made meaningful. Our technology-driven approach ensures that every decision you make is informed by reliable data and aligned with your environmental goals.