Blog - May 2025

  • The Rise of the Self-Employed Ecologist: Is It Right for You?

    The Rise of the Self-Employed Ecologist: Is It Right for You?

    Posted on Friday, May 30, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    We're seeing more and more ecologists wanting to step away from traditional employment to forge their own paths as self-employed consultants or subcontractors. Whether it’s the allure of flexibility or the chance to shape your own projects, this trend is becoming increasingly common in our sector. However, we must also add that we're seeing just as many self-employed ecologists returning to ...

  • World Turtle Day 2025 - Why Turtles Matter & How to Help

    World Turtle Day 2025 - Why Turtles Matter & How to Help

    Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    Today we celebrate World Turtle Day, a global event dedicated to one of Earth's most ancient and awe-inspiring animals. Since 2000, this special day - observed every May 23rd - has been a chance to reflect on the role turtles play in ecosystems and why they urgently need our help. Why Turtles Matter Turtles have been around for over 200 million years, surviving mass extinctions, climate shifts, ...

  • International Biodiversity Day 2025 - Be Part of the Plan

    International Biodiversity Day 2025 - Be Part of the Plan

    Posted on Thursday, May 22, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    On May 22nd, we observe International Day for Biological Diversity, a day dedicated to celebrating the rich variety of life on Earth and the urgent need to protect it. Biodiversity, the immense diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic resources… is the foundation of life as we know it. This year’s theme, “Be Part of the Plan,” calls on governments, businesses, communities, and individuals to ...

  • Every Flower Counts Day 2025 - Save Pollinators by Letting Lawns Bloom

    Every Flower Counts Day 2025 - Save Pollinators by Letting Lawns Bloom

    Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    Celebration of: Wildflowers, pollinators, and the power of leaving nature to grow 🌱🐝 🌸 What Is Every Flower Counts? Every Flower Counts is a national campaign by Plantlife in the UK that celebrates the wildflowers blooming in lawns and highlights how important they are to pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other vital insects. Celebrated this year on May 31, 2025, this initiative ...

  • World Bee Day 2025 - Why Bees Matter & How to Protect Them

    World Bee Day 2025 - Why Bees Matter & How to Protect Them

    Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    Today, we pause to honour one of nature’s most hardworking and essential creatures: the bee. Observed every year on May 20th, World Bee Day is more than a celebration, it's a global call to action to protect bees and other pollinators, which are under increasing threat due to human activity. Why Bees Matter Bees play a vital role in pollinating nearly 75% of the crops we consume, including ...

  • Rewilding Britain: How a Conservation Trend Is Creating New Jobs

    Rewilding Britain: How a Conservation Trend Is Creating New Jobs

    Posted on Monday, May 19, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    Rewilding is no longer a fringe idea… it’s a growing movement reshaping landscapes, restoring ecosystems, and creating new career paths in ecology and environmental management across the UK. With projects like the Knepp Estate and Scotland’s Affric Highlands drawing attention, rewilding is now a serious part of national conservation strategy. But what does this mean for the job market? What Is ...

  • Join Us for 30 Days Wild - A Month of Nature, Wellbeing & Wildlife

    Join Us for 30 Days Wild - A Month of Nature, Wellbeing & Wildlife

    Posted on Thursday, May 15, 2025 by The Editorial Team — No comments

    We’re excited to announce our partnership with the Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester & North Merseyside as part of their 30 Days Wild campaign - the UK’s biggest nature challenge! Every June, thousands of people across the UK take on the challenge to do one wild thing every day for 30 days. These activities don’t have to be big or complicated… the goal is simply to connect with nature in ...

  • Growing Together: A New Partnership for People and Planet

    Growing Together: A New Partnership for People and Planet

    Posted on Thursday, May 8, 2025 by Jobs in Ecology editorial team — No comments

    Growing Together: A New Partnership for People and Planet At Jobs in Ecology, we’re proud to officially announce our partnership with The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester & North Merseyside, a collaboration grounded in shared values and a united mission: to support the people and organisations creating meaningful change for nature. As a dedicated platform for ecological and environmental ...