Nick is an environmental and landscape scientist with a broad based experience of environmental assessment, protection, conservation and reclamation, gained through an association with a wide range of developments, particularly in the minerals industry. His work has involved most aspects of the investigation and treatment of damaged, infertile and contaminated land, and the establishment and management of vegetation. As an acknowledged expert in land restoration and ecological engineering techniques, he has written and lectured widely on the subject. He has acted as Project Director on numerous overseas projects, including work in many Asian countries. His clients include World Bank and National Government Agencies.