(D) Biodiversity Surveys and Conservation Planning

(D) Biodiversity Surveys and Conservation Planning

ESL is a recognized expert in conducting surveys on terrestrial biodiversity, forest resources, and aquatic ecology, delivering comprehensive assessments to support sustainable project development. Our team specializes in terrestrial biodiversity assessments, focusing on flora and fauna studies, habitat mapping, and ecological evaluations across diverse ecosystems. ESL has extensive experience in forest resource surveys, including forest inventory, ecosystem services analysis, and the assessment of biodiversity conservation priorities. Our aquatic ecology surveys provide detailed insights into freshwater ecosystems, including fish diversity, water quality, and aquatic habitat assessments, ensuring informed decision-making for water-related projects. We integrate cutting-edge technology and field-based expertise to deliver robust assessments of biodiversity, forest resources, and aquatic ecology, supporting environmental stewardship and compliance with international standards.

Highlighted Projects:

  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey for Luang Prabang Hydroelectric Power Project (LPHPP) 500kV Transmission Line (AFRY - Switzerland Ltd) – 2024.
  • Baseline Terrestrial Biodiversity and Forest Resource Survey for ESIA of Sepon Far Wesrtern Prospects Project (Chifeng LXML) – 2024.
  • Aquatic Survey of ESIA for Sepon Far Wesrtern Prospects Project (Chifeng LXML) – 2024.
  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey of ESIA for 300 MW Thermal Power Plant (PECC2) – 2023.
  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey of ESIA for New Alumina Refinery Plan (SLACO) – 2020.
  • Fish Monitoring Survey for Xekong 3A-3B Hydropower Project (Asia Investment, Development and Construction Sole Co., Ltd. (AIDC) – 2019.
  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey of ESIA for Num Ou Hydropower project (Sinohydro) – 2010.
  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey of ESIA for Phu Bia Gold Mine (Phu Bia Mining Ltd) – 2003.
  • Baseline Biodiversity Survey of ESIA for Sepon Copper Mining Project (Oxiana Resources) – 2022.

For more information or to discuss our range of biodiversity (terrestrial and aquatic) and forest resource study services please contact ESL at enviro@eslsole.la or sengpasith@eslsole.la