Following publication of the updated Biodiversity Net Gain in Ireland briefing paper, CIEEM launched a survey (open from November 2024 to early-January 2025) to gather views on whether Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) should be put into practice in Ireland and, if so, how. This report presents the results of that survey and does not represent a CIEEM position on the subject. These results alongside additional stakeholder engagement will inform a CIEEM position paper which is in the process of being developed by CIEEM’s Ireland Policy Group.

A total of 133 individuals responded to the survey, primarily from the Republic of Ireland (75%), with the remainder working in Northern Ireland (7%), both regions (10%), or outside Ireland (7%). Over half work in consultancy; others represent public bodies, government, industry, academia, NGOs, or other sectors. Most (85%) have ecological sector experience, with nearly half working in the field for over a decade.

If you have any questions relating to this survey or our ongoing work relating to BNG in Ireland, please contact policy@CIEEM.net