Wormerland launches study to protect wildlife during home insulation projects
Residents of Wormerland planning to insulate their homes must now undergo an ecological study to protect bats and birds. The municipality covers the costs, ensuring compliance with environmental laws while simplifying the process for homeowners.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Wormerland (Noord-Holland) |
| Research Period | April 2026 |
| Protected Species | Bats, house sparrows, swallows |
| Research Conducted By | GL Ecologie B.V. on behalf of the municipality |
| Research Methods | Daytime bird mapping, nighttime bat research using thermal imaging cameras |
| Resident Involvement | Mandatory ecological study; no personal arrangement needed |
| Contact for Tips | wormerland.nl/DuurzaamWormerland/natuurvriendelijk-isoleren |
| Questions? | Email or call +31 6 33505322 |
The municipality of Wormerland is responsible for enforcing environmental regulations, including the protection of wildlife under the Environmental Act. By commissioning this research, the municipality ensures that home insulation projects do not harm protected species while supporting sustainable housing upgrades.
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Research into nature-friendly insulation
In April 2026, researchers from GL Ecologie B.V. will launch an extensive study in the rural area of Wormerland to investigate protected animal species and nature-friendly insulation methods.
Why is the municipality conducting this research?
Protected animals, such as bats and house sparrows, often reside in buildings and must not be disturbed under the Environmental Act. GL Ecologie B.V. is conducting this research on behalf of the municipality to identify habitats of these species, ensuring their protection during home insulation upgrades.
What does this research mean for residents?
Planning to insulate your home? An ecological study is mandatory. The municipality will carry out this research, so you won’t have to arrange it yourself. This saves you time, costs, and administrative hassle.
What will you notice during the research?
You will hardly notice the research at all. It takes place both during the day and at night. During the day, researchers will map the habitats of birds like house sparrows and swallows. At night and during twilight, bat research will be conducted.
Useful information to know:
- The researchers will wear recognizable company clothing from GL Ecologie B.V.
- They will examine your home from public roads and paths.
- Researchers will use equipment such as binoculars, headlamps, recording devices, thermal imaging cameras, and mobile phones.
Would you like to contribute?
We receive many tips from residents, which are very valuable to us. Do you know of locations where house sparrows, swallows, or bats reside? Let us know via wormerland.nl/DuurzaamWormerland/natuurvriendelijk-isoleren. Thank you!
Want to know more?
For more information about the research and nature-friendly insulation, visit wormerland.nl/DuurzaamWormerland/natuurvriendelijk-isoleren.
You can find an overview of the municipality’s sustainability partners at wormerland.nl/DuurzaamWormerland/samenwerking-met-betrouwbare-partners.
Have questions about the research? Email or call +31 6 33505322.