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Delivering High-Integrity Biodiversity Net Gain in Lancashire & Greater Manchester
We are a trusted provider of statutory and voluntary BNG units, from Lancashire Wildlife Trust and our Wigan Greenheart partnership.
What is Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)?
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requires developers to deliver at least 10% net gain in biodiversity compared to pre-development conditions, measured using DEFRA’s Statutory Biodiversity Metric.
BNG can be achieved by restoring or creating habitats on-site or off-site, with Government credits available only as a last resort. It must follow the mitigation hierarchy (avoid, minimise, restore, offset) before being applied. Done well, BNG protects key nature sites and provides new funding for nature’s recovery.
The requirement became mandatory in England for Town and Country Planning Act developments in February 2024, extended to small sites in April 2024, and will apply to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) from late 2025.
Learn more about BNG regulations here [link to blog once uploaded]
"When offsetting is the only option, our units provide the highest-quality solution, backed by rigorous ecological standards, and measurable biodiversity outcomes; giving developers confidence and compliance in one trusted package." James Hall, Head of Green Finance at LWT
BNG and your Business
Over the past decade, the call for urgent action on nature recovery has become impossible to ignore. Here in the North West, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) offers developers not just a legal requirement but a chance to lead.
BNG, introduced in 2024, is the biggest shift in planning rules for decades, and a credible new funding stream for nature. With housing targets rising to 370,000 new homes annually, those who go beyond the minimum 10% net gain by offsetting impacts or investing in voluntary units can gain faster planning approval, reduce long-term risks, and build stronger reputations with communities and investors.
The Cutacre conservation gang
Hedge-laying at Cutacre Nature Reserve
Choose from two trusted portfolios
We are pleased to offer two trusted portfolios for developers seeking Biodiversity Net Gain: the Lancashire Wildlife Trust Units, which deliver high-quality, locally-led habitat creation and restoration across our region, and the Wigan Greenheart Units, focused on landscape-scale projects in one of the North West’s most important green corridors. Both provide certainty, credibility, and measurable gains that support planning requirements while driving genuine nature recovery.
Option A: LWT-Owned Units
- High Integrity BNG delivered by Lancashire Wildlife Trust on land we own and manage.
Option B: Wigan Greenheart Landscape Recovery Scheme
- Landscape-scale delivery across Wigan, managed in partnership with Lancashire Wildlife Trust.
Which one is right for me?
Choosing between our Lancashire Wildlife Trust Units and Wigan Greenheart Units depends on your development’s scale and location. If your project needs local, community-focused gains tied to sites across Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, the LWT Units are the right fit. For larger developments seeking landscape-scale impact in a strategic green corridor, the Wigan Greenheart Units offer long-term, high-quality biodiversity outcomes. Both provide trusted, measurable solutions to meet and exceed BNG requirements.
Why work with us?
Trusted Brand
Partnering with Lancashire Wildlife Trust or our associated delivery partners ensures your business aligns with the UK’s commitment to reversing biodiversity loss while meeting the Environment Act 2021 requirements. With a long history of delivering credible, science-backed nature-based solutions, our reputation provides confidence in every BNG project.
High Integrity
Our initiatives are underpinned by robust due diligence and long-term site management, ensuring biodiversity gains are measurable, verifiable, and maintained for the future.
Simple Process
We offer ready-to-go land projects and a single point of contact, making it easy for businesses to purchase mandatory or voluntary BNG credits and meet their obligations seamlessly.
Landscape Impact
Our units deliver measurable, lasting biodiversity benefits, from habitat restoration to sustainable ecosystem management, supporting wildlife, local communities, and a forward-thinking approach to nature recovery.
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