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Biodiversity Net Gain for Landowners

Find out how we can help you with end to end Biodiversity Net Gain delivery.

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If you are a landowner looking to restore nature and learn more about Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), we are here to help. 

The new BNG legislation means that developers must create or improve the natural habitat by 10 percent. 

While this biodiversity boost is encouraged on site, it’s not always possible to deliver – which is where landowners, and offsite BNG comes in. 

By enhancing or creating species rich habitats, you can generate income by selling biodiversity units to developers needing to offset biodiversity losses. Land can still be managed for purposes like grazing or hay cutting (depending on habitat type), with appropriate conditions to make sure biodiversity gains are sustained.

Could Your Land be Used for BNG?

If you have unproductive land, improved grassland, or arable fields and you’re interested in restoring species-rich habitats, your land may be eligible for off-site BNG. However, not all land is suitable for Biodiversity Net Gain. To find out if your land is eligible, book a consultation with us today.

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Our Biodiversity Net Gain Services for Farmers and Landowners

We partner with landowners across England to restore habitats and generate long-term revenue through (BNG). We are also leveraging this expertise to pioneer voluntary habitat banking schemes in Scotland and Wales. We offer end-to-end delivery, combining conservation expertise with legal assurance, to deliver high-integrity nature recovery.  

We will work with you to co-design and manage projects that deliver measurable ecological uplift—backed by long-term support.  

  • Co-create habitat restoration plans with our expert ecologists   
  • Receive funding through the sale of BNG units  
  • Join a national network of committed stewards  
  • Secure long-term outcomes via Conservation Covenants  

Whether you manage farmland, estates, or marginal land, we can help unlock new income streams while restoring biodiversity at scale.  

What Does Plantlife Offer?

We can handle every step, from ecological assessments to buyer matchmaking:  

  • Full Baseline Surveys  
  • Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs)  
  • Legal Security via Conservation Covenants  
  • Brokerage with trusted buyers  
  • Ongoing stewardship and ecological guidance  

Why Should Landowners Partner with Plantlife for BNG?

  • Ecological Integrity – led by conservation scientists, not brokers  
  • Legal Clarity – long-term covenants handled in-house  
  • Sustainable Income – generate revenue from nature recovery  
  • Hands-On Partnership – we guide, support, and deliver alongside you  
  • Mission-Led Impact – join a movement to restore the UK’s most threatened habitats  

How Plantlife is Creating BNG Units

The Meadow Makers project launched in 2023 in partnership with National Highways.

National Highways has invested £8 million to work in partnership with us and landowners across England to deliver 600 biodiversity unit to create over 600 BNG units.

Over the coming years, we’ll be working with landowners to restore, create, and actively manage over 100 hectares of species-rich meadows — supporting long-term biodiversity gains through careful monitoring and stewardship.

This partnership work demonstrates how landowners can combine ecological stewardship with financial sustainability.

Working with Plantlife and National Highways, Warren Farm is transforming underused pasture into vibrant wildflower meadows.  

James Hawkins, Warren Farm: 
“This funding allows us to create a traditional meadow, boosting biodiversity while securing an income. It’s a win for nature, climate, and business.”  

If you are interested in creating units, contact our team today and we will guide you through from initial inquiry to BNG unit delivery.  

Let’s Secure a Nature-Positive Future

Talk to our team to find out more about how we can help you with Biodiversity Net Gain.

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