Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM)

We undertake all aspects of business case development to satisfy Environment Agency Flood Defence Grant in Aid (FDGiA) requirements from concept through to design; FCERM7 form to fund analysis and business case development; Beach evolution, overtopping and flood modelling1; Option development and appraisal; Damage modelling and economic appraisal; Carbon calculations; Environmental reports; Outline Business Case report and associated appendices; Partnership funding calculator and FCERM forms.

We will advise on where FCERM work can deliver multiple benefits including biodiversity net gain, environmental enhancement and wider societal benefits.

We undertake Local Levy bids to seek funding from Regional Flood and Coastal Committees (RFCCs), whether for 'top up' funding to FDGiA bids, or for smaller stand alone projects. We can manage the whole process including liaising with the RFCC and submitting/presenting the bid.

We offer project management and technical assistance to those planning beach management operations or other coastal works, and for Natural Flood Management works whether coastal or inland. We can liaise with external bodies and stakeholders and undertake planning, marine licence or environmental permit applications.

1Beach analysis, overtopping and simple flood models are done in house. For complex flood models we work with partners.

Research and studies

We can use our academic and practical knowledge and experience to undertake desk based research projects or literature reviews in FCERM, natural flood management, tree planting, environmental or related areas, or provide an independent review of existing research or studies.

Our staff have experience authoring peer reviewed journal papers, technical reports and presenting findings at international conferences. For FCERM research for Risk Management Authorities we can seek FCERM7 study funding or local levy on your behalf where appropriate to fund the work.