Highlighting MB&G’s Biological Services – ESG’s 25 Year Anniversary

MB&G is excited to share that 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of our Environmental Services Group (ESG). Throughout 2022, this important milestone will be commemorated by looking back at the group’s formation, highlighting a few key projects, and featuring current work.

This month we are highlighting the group’s biological services. MB&G biologists are well trained in evaluating habitats using the most current survey protocols and navigating the regulatory requirements for fish and wildlife species throughout the Western U.S. Our team offers a comprehensive array of expertise to assist clients during every phase of project design and permitting. In addition, MB&G’s experienced biologists have the capabilities and specific skills needed to assist clients who are pursuing species-focused research and analysis.

Wetland and Stream Delineations. Our staff includes certified Professional Wetland Scientists (PWS) with many years of experience providing wetland and stream delineations, documentation, and permit support for public and private projects. The MB&G wetland group has an exceptional reputation with a 100% acceptance rating for all wetland delineations submitted to the Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL).

Fish, Wildlife and Botanical Surveys, and Habitat Assessments. MB&G biologists routinely perform fish, wildlife, and botanical surveys to demonstrate compliance with the regulatory requirements associated with federal, state, and local environmental laws including the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Marine Mammal Protection Act, Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, National Forest Management Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and state and local land use codes and regulations. Our staff have excellent working relationships with federal and state agencies that administer ESA compliance throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Water Quality Sampling. Our team designs and implements water quality studies to support Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements and gage the effectiveness of restoration and enhancement projects.

Stream and Wetland Functional Assessments. We routinely perform stream and wetland functional assessments using the Oregon Rapid Wetland Assessment Protocol (ORWAP) and the Stream Function Assessment Method (SFAM) throughout Oregon. Our staff have the qualifications to provide clients with the proper assessments to support their projects.

Habitat Restoration and Mitigation. Our biologists guide restoration activities for a variety of projects, including permittee responsible mitigation activities, conservation and mitigation banking, and support resource management agencies with oversight and management of their habitat conservation areas. Our team’s passion for restoration is evident in the certifications they have received, which includes the River Restoration Program Certification through Portland State University as well as the Certified Ecosystem Restoration Practitioner (CERP) certified by the Society for Ecological Restoration.