At the beginning of 2026, Pioneer Environment was appointed as Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) for an ash dieback tree removal project at Via Gellia Gorge in the Peak District. This environmentally sensitive site, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), required careful ecological oversight to ensure that essential tree works were carried out safely, legally, and with minimal impact on local wildlife and habitats.   Project Overview Located at Via Gellia