About nichecology
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nichecology was established in 2024 by Founder and Principal Ecologist, Frances Morris. Frances has over ten years of industry experience from various sectors including Local Planning Authorities, the construction industry and consultancies ensuring nichecology is well-placed to help you achieve your project goals.
Frances has held multiple business and people management positions which ensures we can manage your projects effectively.
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Frances is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and a Member of The Royal Society of Biology (RSB) and has a BSc (Hons) in Conservation Biology from The University of Plymouth.
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Our mission at nichecology is to provide practical solutions to help you achieve your project goals that benefit the natural world and help nature find its place.
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Supporting Innovative Survey Techniques
At nichecology , we are committed to
supporting conservation efforts and reducing biodiversity loss in
Britain and Ireland. We believe that ongoing research is the cornerstone of the
industry and is essential for the environmental industry to progress and evolve successfully.
That's why we support the use of innovative survey techniques that
are backed by scientific evidence. We understand that collaboration
with other organisations and professionals is key to achieving our
goals, and we are always open to working with others.
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Frances Morris
Founder & Principal Ecologist
Bringing Sustainability to Life
We have a passion for promoting sustainable practices in all of our work and believe that the world can develop and move forward while creating a positive impact on the natural world. We have worked on numerous projects that showcase the beauty of nature while achieving the project goals.
Supporting the Next Generation
Our founder, Frances, is very passionate about promoting STEM careers and regularly visits schools and universities as a STEM ambassador to talk to students about the importance of science, technology, environmental and math-related careers. Additionally, Frances is a guest lecturer at The University of Brighton and delivers an annual presentation to Sustainable Construction Masters students, discussing how construction can become more sustainable in the future while ensuring that nature has its place. At nichecology , we are committed to supporting environmental projects and charities by making annual donations to local and national organisations such as local bat groups, The Woodland Trust, and Universities. By working with us, you will contribute to these conservation efforts as well.
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Our Values
At nichecology , our values guide everything we do – from the way we work with clients and partners to how we advocate for the natural world. We’re proud to be a consultancy that helps nature find its place through a grounded, thoughtful and collaborative approach.
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Integrity
We act with honesty and transparency, even when it’s not the easiest path. Our advice is always rooted in sound science, professional judgement and a clear understanding of the bigger picture.
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Collaborative
We work in partnership with clients, communities, contractors, and fellow professionals – because real progress happens when we bring people together and listen to different perspectives.
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Kind
Kindness matters. Whether we're working with stakeholders or considering the needs of a protected species, we approach our work with compassion, patience and respect.
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Accountable
We take ownership of our work and our decisions. You can count on us to be reliable, responsive, and responsible – delivering what we promise and standing by our outcomes.
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Supportive
We’re here to support people as well as places. That means being approachable, dependable, and happy to share knowledge – whether we’re advising a landowner, mentoring a graduate ecologist, or guiding a planning team through ecological constraints.
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