Conditional survey services: Marine, freshwater & terrestrial
DNV’s conditional surveys deliver critical baseline data for marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments, combining chemical and biological sampling with eDNA analysis and seabed, lake, and river imagery to support informed environmental management and regulatory compliance.
Conditional survey services: Marine, freshwater & terrestrial
Challenges and importance of conditional survey for aquaculture
Environmental baseline data is essential for understanding ecosystem health and supporting responsible societal development. Whether marine, freshwater, or terrestrial, ecosystems face increasing pressures from human activities and climate change. Accurate and robust baseline surveys and monitoring enable stakeholders to assess environmental impacts, guide mitigation, and comply with environmental regulations.
How our conditional survey services support you
Our conditional survey service combines multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art technologies to deliver detailed assessments of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Our services include environmental baseline surveys (EBS), fish stock monitoring and assessment, sampling of macrobenthic, zooplankton and macroalgae sampling, sediment analysis, seabed imagery and visual assessments of vulnerable habitats, and environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. Together, these surveys provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental health, biodiversity, habitat conditions, and ecosystem dynamics.
Trusted experts in environmental health
- Trusted environmental partner: DNV’s long-standing reputation in environmental and sustainability services supports credible, reliable survey results.
- Regulatory alignment: Our surveys are designed to meet and exceed environmental compliance requirements across diverse jurisdictions.
- Comprehensive reporting: Clear, detailed reports facilitate environmental impact assessments, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
- Sustainability focus: We help clients minimize environmental footprints through informed decision-making based on robust data.
Benefits of our conditional survey services
- Accurate baseline data for environmental risk and impact assessments
- Support for regulatory permits and environmental approvals
- Enhanced understanding of biodiversity and ecosystem health
- Early identification of environmental risks and mitigation opportunities
- Integration with broader environmental management and monitoring programs
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