We assess benthic communities in soft-sediment environments using conventional and non-extractive survey methods. Our analyses characterize habitat structure and ecosystem function to support impact assessment, permitting, nature-based design, and informed offshore infrastructure decisions across diverse regulatory settings.
We evaluate hard-structure and reef-associated communities using advanced imaging and field-based survey approaches. Our work supports impact assessment, monitoring, and design decisions for offshore energy and coastal infrastructure projects in complex marine environments.
We monitor fisheries resources in marine, estuarine, and freshwater environments using standard and non-extractive methods and provide desktop and field support across North America and Europe. Our experience in planning, permitting, sampling, and analysis supports clients through every phase of project development and assessment.
We apply physics-based 3D sound propagation modelling, source characterization, and animal movement and impact models to evaluate offshore noise. Our analyses support installation technique selection, permitting, EIA, mitigation design, and pre- and during-construction decision-making for complex offshore projects.
At INSPIRE Environmental, we believe that a diverse team is essential for driving impactful and sustainable growth in marine science. INSPIRE Environmental is steadfast in its dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our marine science practice. With over half of our staff comprised of women, we exemplify our commitment to gender diversity. Beyond gender, we embrace a broad range of disciplines, fostering an inclusive environment where individuals from various backgrounds and expertise converge to address complex environmental challenges.
At INSPIRE Environmental, safety is paramount and ingrained as a fundamental value rather than just a priority. We adopt a proactive approach, emphasizing meticulous planning, rigorous training, and continuous risk identification and mitigation strategies. Our commitment to safety extends beyond compliance; it’s a core principle that guides every aspect of our operations. By prioritizing safety, we ensure the well-being of our team, clients, and the environment in all our endeavors.
INSPIRE has been with Ørsted since our first offshore wind project in the US. Their team’s professionalism, reputation in the industry, and passion for marine science have made them a go-to for all our US projects. We trust them.Melanie Gearon /Head of Northeast Permitting
INSPIRE Environmental is part of the Venterra Group, a global family of nine specialist companies delivering the full range of engineering and scientific services for offshore wind. Together, we support every stage of the project lifecycle—from early site assessment and design through installation, operation, and decommissioning—helping developers build cleaner energy with confidence.
Learn more about our South Fork Wind benthic monitoring program.
Delivering superior results at similar or lower cost, SPI/PV offers and ideal solution for offshore energy siting, permitting, and ecological monitoring.
INSPIRE’s skilled team of scientists and analysts is dedicated to making science understandable by applying innovative technology for effective solutions.
Our scientists are best known as the original developers of Sediment Profile Imaging and our staff has more experience than anyone in acquiring and interpreting images.
