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1 experts on the ground Ecologia experts on the ground

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3 experts on the ground Ecologia - Who are we? What do we do? Ecologia is an environmental consultancy/contractor. We employ a highly skilled, multi disciplinary workforce to provide specialist advice and undertake high quality site investigation and remediation projects. Our in-house team of qualified scientists, engineers, chemists and geologists has the broad range of expertise required to tackle a wide range of client s environmental needs. To our clients this means that we are able to provide the most appropriate solution rather than pursuing a more standardised, less effective approach. We have a well-established presence in the UK and Europe, built on our firm commitment to meeting the needs of our clients. We take pride in our ability to source our services from within the company minimising the need to contract out, thus maintaining quality and cost effectiveness. Our mission statement gives an insight into the values that form the basis of our business: Ecologia aims to provide the highest possible quality of specialised geoenvironmental services. By employing qualified scientists and undertaking ongoing research and development, we maintain our reputation for expertise and innovation, ensuring that in whatever capacity we work with clients, our team will always make a valuable contribution to any environmental or response situation. We are proud to play a leading role in protecting our clients from long-term liabilities. Health and Safety and Quality Assurance We place the highest priority on these aspects of our work. As a proactive company we rigorously review and update our working practices and continuously strive to improve health and safety performance. From our headquarters in South East England, we offer efficient and flexible services, ranging from whole-project management and execution, to fulfilling more specific remits within wider projects. We provide services in the following areas: Site investigation Risk assessment Remediation Services to the insurance industry Emergency response Drilling services. Our clients include: Developers and development consultants Construction groups Insurers Government departments Manufacturers Petrochemical companies Land and property owners. 01

4 Site Investigation Accurate site investigation forms the basis to understanding the potential liabilities associated with any site. This is true for both developers of brownfield sites and those dealing with unexpected environmental incidents. Ground contamination assessment is a complex matter requiring input from qualified experts in a range of different disciplines. Ecologia is able to provide a complete in-house service covering most aspects of site investigation, or can act in a supervisory capacity when it is necessary to bring in additional specialist services. What we do: Phase 1 and Phase 2 contaminated land site investigations using current UK guidelines Risk assessment Groundwater monitoring Hydrogeological surveys Gas sampling Geotechnical surveys Drilling services using our own plant and qualified drilling personnel. What this means to you: All aspects of your investigation carried out by qualified experts, working to the latest standards Use of our full in-house service greatly simplifies the process Greater ability to control timescales and costs Assurance that health and safety requirements will be rigorously applied Prompt and accurate assessment reports enable you to make informed decisions at an early stage, avoiding misinformation and mistakes. 02

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6 Risk Assessment Risk assessment is a fundamental part of the planning process and can form the basis of remedial strategies, particularly in the development of brownfield sites. A good quality risk assessment has the potential to save millions in avoidance of abortive planning negotiations. By utilising the latest models and ensuring our staff receive up-to-the-minute training, we are able to retain our reputation for excellence in keeping our clients well-informed and well protected. What we do: Environmental risk assessments in: - contaminated land, e.g. relating to planning procedures for brownfield sites - controlled waters, e.g. contamination of drinking water or environmentally sensitive watercourses - industrial operations, e.g. contamination arising from manufacturing Employ Environment Agency approved procedures Provide current knowledge of legislative frameworks Provide fast, comprehensive data through the use of our own drilling equipment and instrumentation. What this means to you: Extensive cost and time savings during planning negotiations Reassurance that you are operating to up to date environmental legislation Avoidance of regulatory and PR problems You have reliable data provided by state-of-the-art models and equipment Safer site operations. 04

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8 Remediation When it comes to providing effective solutions to contamination problems Ecologia has expertise in a wide range of innovative, efficient technologies. In addition to traditional decontamination methods, much of our remedial work utilises scientifically advanced, in-situ techniques, avoiding the need for excavation. These less intrusive methods reduce environmental impact caused by landfill and lorry movements. We actively develop faster, more efficient remediation methods, testing new techniques, enabling us to meet our clients needs in the best and most economical way. What we do: Design our remediation systems on a site-specific basis Manufacture our own remediation equipment Undertake and fully interpret field trials ahead of large projects Employ fully qualified staff and run continuous training programmes Offer fixed price remediation schemes based on agreed timescales and targets Design and assemble fully containerised treatment units for long term contaminated land and groundwater remediation. What this means to you: Optimum solutions appropriate to individual cases Innovative, state-of-the-art plant and equipment used on your project Assurance that the solution offered is as time and cost effective as possible The benefit of only our own qualified, professional staff working on your project Total health and safety and quality assurance The best plant and machinery to meet your requirements. 06

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10 Services to the Insurance Industry Our work with several leading Loss Adjusters has developed out of our reputation for attention to detail, regard for the individual needs of our clients, and also our expertise in dealing with Regulators and the public. With cross-european capability in this field, we are able to support insurers dealing with everything from small, domestic incidents to large industrial-scale claims. When required, we can also provide complete remedial works programmes. What we do: Provide advice on environmental claims Provide a fast response time as emergencies demand Quickly identify potential liabilities arising from accidental spillages Advise on the best course of action and expected timescales Liaise with Regulators, adjoining land owners and other affected parties Efficiently work to pre-defined objectives within an agreed budget Conduct peer reviews Assess & decontaminate areas following incidents associated with microbial or fungal outbreaks. What this means to you: You are able to provide sound advice to your clients, helping to maintain good relationships Claims are settled efficiently, reducing delay and stress for you and your clients Claims are kept simple as further damage is limited, saving on time and costs You, your clients and other affected parties are kept well informed throughout the project You are able to maintain control of the process and costs You are able to maintain a high level of quality assurance You are able to provide and work to accurate reserves for claims where liability is evident. 08

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12 Drilling Services We offer a comprehensive range of services using our professional staff and in-house equipment. Our own drilling team and rigs provide a service for a variety of applications in domestic or industrial locations. Our drillers are able to provide site reports and sampling as required. What we do: Geo-environmental drilling, using the most up to date plant and equipment and our own professionally trained staff In-situ geotechnical sampling and testing On-site gas monitoring Groundwater sampling and parameter measurement Deep borehole groundwater collection and sampling Multilevel sampling installation. What this means to you: A complete drilling service with the assurance of Ecologia s consistency and high standards Minimal site disturbance, reducing time and costs Reliable data and reports compiled by qualified geotechnical engineers, geologists, environmental chemists and scientists and technicians. 10

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14 Emergency Response When you are faced with the need to deal with an environmental incident it s good to know that a prompt response from Ecologia will manage the situation, limit damage and co-ordinate the clean-up process. In these events compliance with legislation is essential to a satisfactory outcome. As a UK Spill accredited response provider, our technical and legislative expertise will prove invaluable in bringing about a solution acceptable to all concerned. What we do: Accurate and confidential assessment of environmental risk and liability Quick identification of the most appropriate solutions for contamination or pollution issues such as oil spills, microbiological outbreaks and other hygiene-related problems Efficient delivery of pre-defined objectives within an agreed budget Professional liaison with all parties involved, including the regulatory bodies Complete project management. What this means to you: Rapid containment of the problem You have evidence of swiftly effecting an action plan and implementation towards the fastest and most appropriate solution All aspects of the project expertly managed, leaving you free to continue with your business Guidance in compliance with current legislation and regulations Compliance with insurance requirements. 12

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16 Headquarters Building 711 & 712 Kent Science Park Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8BZ UK TEL +44 (0) FAX +44 (0) Midlands office Stafford Business Village Dyson Way Staffordshire Technology Park Beaconside Stafford ST18 0TW TEL +44 (0) FAX +44 (0) Italian subsidiary Ecologia Environmental Solutions Srl Via del Greto n.14/f Zola Predosa, (BO) Italia TEL FAX Registered in England No Ecologia is the trading name of Ecologia Environmental Solutions Ltd.