ExCAL were retained by NPTCBC to undertake a comprehensive study for a 200 acre development site near Port Talbot in South Wales. The site was formerly occupied by a steelworks, a galvanising facility and other potentially contaminative uses.

Within the study we carried out the following tasks:

• Desk Study
  This phase of the study included a rigorous investigation of the history of the site and was designed to identify potential development constraints.
• Site Investigation
  The site investigation comprised excavation of over 600 trial pits and 50 boreholes. Soil and groundwater samples were collected using strict quality assurance procedures and were analysed for chemical contamination.
• Quantified Risk Assessment
  A quantified risk assessment was undertaken to evaluate the risks posed to flora, fauna and the aquatic environment. The risk assessment allowed design of pragmatic and cost effective remediation strategies.

• Environmental Impact Assessment
  ExCAL completed a comprehensive EIA for the land reclamation scheme. As part of the assessment we carried out a full ecological survey and archaeological study.
•  Environmental Supervision of Reclamation Scheme
  We were retained to provide ongoing support to the reclamation team during the works. Specialist advice included translocation of rare plant species and archaeological supervision.