Our role
Corporate Sustainability in Action
Succession Ecology is the process of change from one system to another. In nature this process is integral to repairing and restoring ecosystems. We can adapt this process to our businesses, our homes, and our communities to be better stewards of planet earth. Succession Ecology is an environmental consulting business focused on nature-based solutions to 21st century problems. We are equipped to provided expertise in ArcMap and remote sensing, developing and implementing Corporate Sustainability Strategy, assessing Campus footprints and green groundskeeping, wildlife habitat and Arbor Day Tree Campus certification, coordinating Corporate Stewardship projects, and research and reporting. Contact us to arrange affordable consulting on your next project to repair the land, reconnect with nature, research environmental sciences, or restore ecosystems.
What we do
Empowering businesses to become better environmental stewards
Sustainability Strategy
Developing a strategy for sustainability is the first step towards building a greener business. Our consulting services can assist you with designing a comprehensive strategy and plan for implementation.
Campus Canopy
Campus Canopy Evaluations quantify the benefits of trees and landscaping on the following:
➢ Reduced heating and cooling costs
➢ Carbon sequestration and air quality
➢ Energy efficient landscaping
Evaluations can be used to identify
opportunities to further improve campus footprints , and track changes overtime.
Greener Grounds
What is the environmental footprint of your campus grounds? With this project, I helped my client assess campus landscaping, and set up a short term plan for more sustainable grounds with long term benefits. I then provided expert advice and strategic planning to help them with implementation.
Green Certification
Certification is the best way to document and share your progress towards sustainability. I can assist with ArborDay Tree Campus certification, American Tree Farm, Wildlife and Pollinator Habitat certification, Pollinator Habitat, and more.
'Earth Day' Projects
Empower your community to create a positive impact on the local environment. Establishing wildflower meadows, tree planting, and bird box installation are all easy ways to make a lasting difference. To learn more, contact me today.
GIS and Analysis
Ask how we can help with all of your GIS and remote sensing needs.
Who We Are
Ecology Consultant - Elizabeth Barnes, PhD
I started Succession Ecology in 2021 to help others achieve their sustainability goals. I graduated from Michigan Technological University with a PhD in Forest Science. Previously, I worked as a field biologist in southern California planting trees and counting fish. My passions are pollinator conservation, forestry, ecosystem restoration, and connecting people with the land.
