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We're Hiring! Invasive Weeds Technician Wanted
ERS is currently looking for an experienced Invasive Weeds Technician to assist with our growing workload.
May 2


Contaminant Focus - NAPL Remediation
Non-Aqueous Phase Liquids (NAPL) are often contaminants of concern. Learn more about some of ERS' remediation methods and former projects.
Jan 8


Biosecurity on Construction Sites
A biosecurity plan is a site-specific plan detailing the measures that need implementing to minimise the risks of spread of invasive weeds.
Dec 3, 2024


ERS Staff Complete 13-Mile Charity Fundraising Walk
On Saturday the 14th of September, ERS staff undertook our fundraising challenge for this year in memory of our colleague, Gemma McDonagh.
Sep 19, 2024


ERS' 30th Anniversary Drinks Reception at SCLF
This year is ERS' 30th anniversary and to celebrate, we are hosting a drinks reception after the Scottish Contaminated Land Forum...
Aug 27, 2024


ERS Welcomes New Starts
We’ve had a few new starts join us recently so we’d like to welcome them to ERS and introduce them to our clients and followers:
Aug 14, 2024


We're Fundraising in Memory of Gemma
ERS staff are hoping to raise £2,000 to support Anaphylaxis UK and Dogs Trust in memory of Gemma McDonagh
Jul 29, 2024


Invasive Weeds' Impact on Ecologically Sensitive Sites
Invasive weeds and treatment methods may have a devastating impact on sensitive ecological sites like peat bogs, temperate rainforests, sand
May 8, 2024


Invasive Water Plants Affecting Scotland
Whilst common invasive non-native plant species like Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed and Himalayan Balsam are known to grow on the edges...
Oct 26, 2023


ERS Staff BHF Fundraising Challenge
Following on from the success of last year's sponsored walk, on Saturday the 2nd of September, ERS staff undertook this year's...
Sep 15, 2023


Congratulations Sarah McMillan - 20 years at ERS
Our HR Manager Sarah McMillan has now been with us for 20 years - another significant milestone for ERS. Sarah originally joined us as an...
Jul 17, 2023


Contaminant Focus - Asbestos
In this Contaminant Focus article we are looking at asbestos - a common contaminant of post-industrial and brownfield sites.
Jun 8, 2023


Invasive Species Week: Garden Escapees
Our theme for Invasive Species Week 2023 is Garden Escapees. These are ornamental plants originally bought to enhance our gardens, but...
May 24, 2023


Congratulations Victoria Hoblyn - 20 Years at ERS
Vicki joined ERS as an Environmental Science graduate in 2003, working in our Glasgow and Inverness offices and is now based in the...
Apr 19, 2023


ERS is Supporting Local Charities this Festive Season
This year, with the ongoing cost of living crisis, ERS has made the decision not to send cards and gifts to our clients. Instead, the...
Dec 25, 2022


Contaminant Focus - Hydrocarbons
Our second post in the series on common contaminants will look at crude oil and refined petroleum products (e.g. diesel, gasoline,...
Nov 29, 2022


ERS Appointed as Remediation Specialists for Scottish Marine Technology Park
An important milestone has been reached in the development of the Scottish Marine Technology Park, with the appointment of ERS as...
Nov 21, 2022


ERS Staff are Crowdfunding to Purchase a Defibrillator
In memory of our much loved friend and colleague, Steven Nisbet: Every day hundreds of people lose their lives to heart disease. Many...
Aug 8, 2022


How Sustainable is Ex-Situ Soil Bioremediation?
Is ERS’ approach to ex-situ bioremediation sustainable from a direct CO2 emissions perspective? As reducing the carbon footprint of the...
Jun 21, 2022


Contaminant Focus – Chromium
Chromium is a common contaminant of soils in areas of the UK with historical Chromium works. Find out more about its toxic legacy.
May 31, 2022
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