Trace Biomonitoring

Trace Biomonitoring is a UK-based environmental monitoring company that deploys its services globally, helping organisations understand and protect aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. It provides accessible, science-led environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring for catchment managers, water companies, ecologists, NGOs and researchers. Using purpose-designed, biodegradable sampling kits and a streamlined laboratory process, Trace analyses DNA in water, soil, sediment and bulk invertebrate samples to reveal species presence, biodiversity, ecosystem health and pollution sources.

Its services include bacterial pollution source tracking and microbiome profiling, using methods such as 16S rRNA analysis and E. coli assessment; freshwater health assessments using diatoms and ecological metrics including TDI and SPI; and whole-ecosystem biodiversity surveys covering groups such as fish, birds, mammals, plants, invertebrates and amphibians. Projects can range from individual sites to catchment or landscape scale, with custom work available. Trace guides clients through sampling and project planning, then provides actionable reports in around four to six weeks, combining plain-English summaries with supporting scientific data.