Pete is a current Trustee of Devon Culm, a former Director of the National Coppice Federation, a former Vice Chair of Dorset Coppice Group and a former board member of Dorset Local Nature Partnership.
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The Vision Behind Field and Canopy
Pete Etheridge is the founder of Field and Canopy, establishing the consultancy as a cornerstone for sustainable development, land management and landscape-scale nature recovery.
With over 20 years' of professional experience in the ecology, conservation, forestry and agriculture sectors, Pete has developed a unique and diverse blend of skills.
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With a deep understanding of protected species and environmental legislation/policy, Field & Canopy offers expert guidance on how best to balance the needs of nature with those of sustainable development and land management. Pete's values are rooted in providing a personal, flexible, and responsive service that is based on holistic planning principles. He excels at finding the connection between the practical demands of modern land-use and the vital goals of nature recovery - driven by a passion for creating wildlife-friendly environments that thrive.
Pete’s professional reach extends from supporting small-scale private landowners to responsible developers and navigating the complexities of national, landscape-scale nature recovery initiatives. Regardless of the project’s size, he brings the same level of rigour and confidence, ensuring that Field and Canopy remains a trusted partner for those looking to steward the land with balance and integrity.
