Áine is a Senior Ecologist in TOBIN and has been part of the Environment and Planning Team since 2020. She has an Honours Degree in Applied Ecology and has over 10 years post-graduate experience in Ecology Consultancy. She also holds Full CIEEM Membership. Áine has predominantly been involved in large renewable projects which she has prepared numerous Screenings for Appropriate Assessments, Natura Impact Statements and Ecological Impact Assessments. Áine has a strong understanding of National and European legislation and is cognisant of relevant rulings by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) associated with biodiversity and Appropriate Assessment. She also has experience in undertaking ecological surveys for protected habitats and species and is confidently able to analyse the data to inform ecological assessments.