Science vs. Politics
From the
beginning ETC's policy has been to perform a service
for our clients strictly based upon the scientific
data we collect.
In our experience, when consultants set out to
generate results either in favor of agencies or in
favor of development, developers are often subjected
to needless and costly delays. Governmental and
regulatory agencies are likely to review the land
where the delineation is done – if the delineation
is done improperly the application process virtually
starts over.
Doing anything besides collecting and reporting on
the raw scientific data slows down the application
process and costs more money for the developer in
the long run.
Livability, Community and Aesthetics
The livability of a site is a critical question to
ask when contemplating obtaining it and building on
it. A site may contain wildlife corridors or
wetlands, but that can add significant value to your
site. A wetland or wildlife corridor running through
the backyard, subdivision, or commercial site
frequently enhances the aesthetic value of your
site.
We live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and are
known as one of the greenest most outdoor areas.
People who live here would rather look out their
window to a wetland or wildlife corridor than a
fence or a busy sidewalk or street.
Development Costs
Our clients' costs are minimized by maintaining the
focus of the scope of our work, working within a
timely manner, reporting the unbiased scientific
data we collect, and designing remedies that use
innovative technology and strategies.
Our Team
At ETC there is a strong desire to establish a sense
of community with everyone involved throughout all
stages of a project. We keep channels of
communication open -- projects seem to move along
more rapidly when everyone involved knows what to
expect.

