Natural Capital Consulting 

As a specialized division of ELMS Contracting, ELMS Natural Capital Consulting provides an integrated, "start-to-finish" approach to the restoration and management of the UK’s most vital ecosystems. We bridge the gap between strategic ecological planning and high-quality physical implementation.

Our Mission

At ELMS, we believe that natural capital is the most powerful tool available to combat the dual threats of climate change and the biodiversity crisis. Our goal is to empower asset owners and land managers to restore nature at scale, ensuring every project delivers measurable environmental impact alongside long-term stability. 

Our Core Specialisms

We provide comprehensive planning, creation, and management services across four primary landscapes: 

• Peatlands: Restoring vital carbon sinks through rewetting and restoration techniques.

• Woodlands: Designing and planting resilient forests for carbon sequestration and habitat connectivity.

• Rivers: Enhancing fluvial health, natural flood management, and water quality.

• Wetlands: Creating diverse aquatic ecosystems that bolster biodiversity and nutrient neutrality. 

The ELMS Advantage: Integrated Expertise

Unlike traditional consultancies, we offer a seamless transition from Consulting to Contracting. By keeping project management and implementation within the ELMS organisation, we provide our clients with: 

• End-to-End Continuity: From initial feasibility studies and natural capital marketing to the final groundworks.

• Project Stability: A single point of contact and accountability, reducing risk and streamlining delivery.

• Value-Driven Results: Every restoration project is guided by our core values, ensuring high ecological standards and long-term asset viability. 

Whether you are looking to enter the natural capital market or restore a degraded landscape, ELMS provides the expertise to plan for the future and the machinery to build it.