How to find Biodiversity Net Gain areas and habitat data with BNG screening

How to find Biodiversity Net Gain areas and habitat data with BNG screening

Understanding the BNG Screening Tool

  1. Accessing the BNG Screening Tool

  2. Located in the control centre.

    • Select the tool from the drop-down menu.

  3. Analysing Habitat Data

  4. Upload a title to determine habitats present.

    • Tool shows the number of units for each habitat.

    • Provides information on total units needed for a 10% uplift.

  5. Detailed Breakdown of Habitat Data

  6. Identifies habitat types and their respective units.

    • Highlights irreplaceable habitats with a specific symbol.

    • Lists present and absent habitats.

    • Indicates data availability for certain habitats.

  7. Exploring Habitat Details

  8. Provides specifics on individual habitats.

    • Includes unit count, area coverage, distinctiveness, and strategic significance.

    • Condition information is available when possible.

    • Replacement guidelines if needed.

  9. Visualising Habitat Distribution

  10. Toggle switch to view individual habitats on the title.

    • Understand the impact and location of each habitat.

    • Easily identify overlapping habitats.

    • Ability to manipulate and customize the visual representation.

Explore our library for more resources on how to access and use BNG data.

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