Desert Tortoise Mitigation
Sensitive Species Surveys
Construction Monitoring
Ecological Research
Fisheries Research
Permit Acquisition
Wildlife Dictionary
Biological Services
Botanical Services
Other Services
     
 
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Permitting
SNEI professionals have extensive experience permitting projects under NEPA, which includes experience in Arizona, California (CEQA) and Nevada. We are expert at navigating the complex regulations involved in permitting long, linear projects such as pipelines and power lines as well as localized projects. We have excellent working relationships with agencies in the Southwest and are experienced in coordinating and permitting NEPA projects for a variety of Federal actions involving such agencies as the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the U.S. Forest Service. We are also experienced in
Sensitive Species Management Services Include:
Translocation
Density Studies
Radio Telemetry
ELISA Testing
Barrier Studies
 
Categorical Exclusion (CE), Environmental Assessment (EA) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) documentation. With a proven track record for efficiency and quality, you can be assured your project will be completed on time and within budget.
Mitigation Services:
Presence & Absence Site Surveys
Pre-construction Surveys &
  Clearances
Handling & Relocation of
  Sensitive Species
Biological, Botanical & Cultural
  Construction Monitoring
Sensitive Species Monitoring
Environmental Compliance
  Monitoring
Compliance Inspection Contractor
  (CIC) Monitoring
Worker Education Programs
SNEI has been commissioned to work on projects for the Smithsonian, University of California Los Angeles, San Diego Zoo, Georgia Southern University, University of Nevada-Reno, University of Florida and Drexel University.
 
 
Sensitive Species Management
SNEI is one of the few consulting firms that has participated in sensitive species management and research, working in the past with County, State and Federal agencies, the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Smithsonian Institute. SNEI is continually on the leading edge of sensitive species management services, providing accurate information in an effort to increase population numbers for listed species.
 
Construction Mitigation Services
When it comes to construction mitigation, SNEI offers a wide array of services, ranging from initial assessments, site inspections and remedial investigations to design, overall project construction and operations. Our experienced staff provides mitigation services, including:
Pre-construction and construction field surveys and clearances
State and federally approved biological, botanical and cultural monitors during construction activities
Compliance management
Data management & quality control
   
 
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
SNEI personnel have a state-of-the-art GIS that includes GIS capabilities on a number of computers in various locations. Our professionals are experienced in the analytical processes involved in data collection and processing. We are expert in GPS data collection, differential correction and post processing GIS data. The staff’s GIS expertise also extends to integrating data from field collection crews with existing geodata. To ensure your projects are run efficiently and within budget, SNEI personnel are skilled in Geodatabase management and application development as well.
 
 
 
Resources
SNEI uses MS Windows XP and Macintosh compatible computers and hand-held devices, along with state-of-the-art GIS software. GIS/GPS data collection, ground truthing and survey-grade data are gathered using differentially corrected GPS, then incorporated into Trimble Pathfinder software for data manipulation. Field monitoring and assessment equipment includes Field Cam Burrow Probe III’s, digital and manual cameras, handheld radios and a host of other on-site equipment.
 
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