Environmental Consultancy based in the Upper Highway.
With a deep respect for “Mother Earth,” Terra Mater balances environmental protection with responsible growth to ensure a future where development and conservation thrive together.
Meet Terra Mater: Your Partner in Sustainable Development
Terra Mater is a dynamic environmental consultancy based in the Upper Highway area of KwaZulu-Natal with a focus on mixed-use development and infrastructure projects, although not limited to such projects. Terra Mater offers a variety of services to assist client’s in achieving their objectives whilst guiding development in a more sustainable manner.
To provide innovative, yet practical and cost-effective solutions to environmental challenges. Terra Mater aims to ensure a focused and tailored approach in addressing client’s needs and to exceed expectations in meeting project timeline constraints, whilst promoting excellent service delivery and work quality.
The Philosophy Behind Our Logo
Terra Mater, or ‘Mother Earth,’ embodies the philosophy of interconnectedness between human activities and the environment, with the scale symbolising the essential balance between development and conservation to sustain Earth’s vital resources.
Expertise You Can Trust: Meet Our Expert
Simone Lewis, Director and Environmental Assessment Practitioner, brings over seven years of experience in the environmental sector. With a background in mixed-use development and infrastructure projects, Simone holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Management, cum laude, from the University of Pretoria. She is a registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAPASA Registration: 2021/3537) and Professional Natural Scientist in Environmental Science (Pr. Sci. Nat 121521) through SACNASP.
Values that Guide Every Project – What Sets Terra Mater Apart
Integrity and Authenticity
We operate with honesty and authenticity, valuing transparent, ethical practices that create trust and foster lasting relationships with clients and communities alike.
Innovation and Diligence
We are committed to finding innovative, cost-effective solutions through diligent work, allowing us to address environmental challenges thoughtfully and sustainably.
Teamwork and Reliability
Guided by teamwork and a service-oriented approach, we deliver reliable results that meet project timelines and objectives, ensuring every client’s goals are achieved.
Director: T and A Town Planning Consultants (Pty) Ltd
"Chandos Investments have worked with Terra Mater Environmental Consultants since May 2021 and can confirm that the work has always been completed timeously, and according to a professional standard. As such, Chandos Investments can confidently recommend the services of Terra Mater Environmental Consultants to successfully fulfil the environmental requirements associated with projects of a similar nature."
Director: Chandos Investments
"Ms. Simone Lewis of Terra Mater Environmental Consulting executed the tasks professionally and timeously. I was thoroughly informed of the project status. Simone Lewis provided quick project feedback turnaround times and subsequently, I was able to provide concise feedback to the client as I was informed of every step in the process. It is a pleasure working with Terra Mater Environmental Consulting."
Project Manager: SFP Townplanning
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Featured Projects
Environmental Compliance Monitoring for Construction of the Kingsgate Residential Estate, eThekwini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Residential Development
Basic Assessment and Water Use License Application for Upgrading of the Clearance Gravel Road, Impendle Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Road Infrastructure
Section 24G Application and Water Use License Application for the continued operation of the WBG fuel storage and supply depot in Peacevale, eThekwini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Fuel Storage and Wholesale
Environmental Impact Assessment for establishment of the Champagne Valley telecommunication mast, Okhahlamba Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Telecommunication Infrastructure
Scoping & EIR process for construction of the 300MW Crecy Solar Photovoltaic Facility, in the Limpopo Province.
Renewable Energy
Environmental Management Programme for Construction of the new Oxford Freshmarket Development on Portion 2453 Umlazi Location No. 4676 – ET in Amanzimtoti, eThekwini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Retail Centre
Water Use License Application for the Sanlameer Estate Water Project, Ray Nkonyeni Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
Water Treatment Plant for a Residential Development
Our Valued Clients









"The work has always been conducted in a timeous manner and according to a professional standard. The Telecommunication industry requires timeous assessments and responses for environmental sensitivity on proposed sites to keep in line with strict network rollouts. The quality of work and understanding provided by Terra Mater has been beneficial to my company meeting deadlines."