News

Following on from a recent consultation, SEPA’s Controlled Activities Regulation (commonly known as CAR) changed on 1^st January this year.

Within the guidance, there is one significant new regulation which may affect your project, namely the requirement for a complex licence for the management of surface water run-off from a construction site, this includes access tracks, which:

Energy storage continues to be a hot topic in the UK.  With the fast moving nature of technologies entering the market place, senior EIA consultant Chris Yendell considers the merits of a pro-active planning campaign when it comes to managing risk and maintaining flexibility.

As we celebrate our tenth anniversary Tom Hartley, Principal Consultant GIS, and the man responsible for the development of our GIS, reflects on the important role GIS has played in providing our clients with the information and scenario modelling required to determine what is relevant and allow efficient assessment for the benefit of the project.

Development can be a complex undertaking and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provide vital tools in accurately answering questions, increasing the understanding of complex project implications and supporting the decision-making process.

This week marked a significant milestone for Atmos Consulting, as we celebrate our tenth birthday.  On behalf of the Atmos team we would like to say huge “Thank You” to all of our customers, partners, and stakeholders for your continued business and confidence in our services.

With industry leaders set to gather for this week’s All Energy Exhibition in Glasgow, Atmos MD Jean Curran reflects on what has been a busy year for the team and considers the importance of the local supply chain in driving further efficiencies in the sector.  In an environment where the renewable energy industry has faced great change and adjustment, the Atmos team has seen a wide ranging change in the support and advice that our clients need.