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Reserving and Purchasing Mitigation Bank Credits: A Simple and Stress-Free Guide

Reserving and Purchasing Mitigation Bank Credits: A Simple and Stress-Free Guide   The environmental landscape can often be complicated, but when it comes to reserving and purchasing mitigation bank credits, the process should be anything but that. With strategic planning and understanding, you can simplify this process and make it stress-free.   Reservation Process: Step-by-Step Sign a Mitigation Credit Agreement: Initially, you’ll need to sign a mitigation credit agreement and provide a 10% deposit of your purchase price. Get a Reservation Letter: Next, we will issue

Accelerating Project Delivery Through Mitigation Banking: A 2024 Update

Mitigation Banking Industry Insights: U.S. House of Representatives Encourages Streamlined Approval of Bank Credits   Last week saw significant developments in the mitigation banking industry as the full Appropriations Committee approved the U.S. House of Representatives FY2024 Energy & Water Development Appropriations Report. A notable section of the report underlines the potential of mitigation banks to expedite project delivery.   Highlighting the Potential of Mitigation Banks According to the approved language in the report, the Committee acknowledges the promise mitigation banks hold for accelerating project

Understanding the Value of Ecosystem Services: Functions, Services, and Valuation Methods

  In many ways, the mitigation banking industry is one of the first environmental markets, as well as one of the pioneers of offsetting and ecosystem valuation. Looking at how we have done it gives a foundation from where things will grow. As the oldest environmental market in the United States, our methods for environmental valuation is a good place to start that understanding.    We used to get rid of wetlands, what changed? Our understanding of the importance of

MBG Blog: FAEP & CFAEP Hydric Soils Training Workshop

MBG Blog: FAEP & CFAEP Hydric Soils Training Workshop Recently, I had the privilege of participating in the CFAEP Hydric Soils Training workshop organized by the Central Florida Association of Environmental Professionals. This comprehensive workshop aimed to enhance our understanding of hydric soils and their significance in environmental conservation. Through engaging sessions, hands-on activities, and a rewarding field trip, we gained valuable insights into identifying, classifying, and assessing hydric soils. The workshop, led by experienced professionals, provided a conducive

How much does it cost to Permit a Mitigation Bank?

How much does it cost to Permit a Mitigation Bank?   The cost of permitting a mitigation bank can vary widely depending on several factors, including the size and complexity of the site, the scope of the proposed restoration activities, and the specific regulatory requirements that apply to the project. However, it is generally recognized that the cost of permitting a mitigation bank can be substantial! According to the USACE, the cost of developing a mitigation bank can range from $500,000.00-$5 Million, depending

New EPA Drinking Regulations Proposed

NEW EPA DRINKING REGULATIONS PROPOSED for Man-Made Chemicals PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)   There is currently no federal mandate to regulate public water systems to test for PFAS chemicals or take steps to filter them out of their supplies before it reaches consumers.   On March 14, 2023, EPA announced the proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for six PFAS including perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA), hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA, commonly known as GenX Chemicals), perfluorohexane

U.S. Mitigation Bank Search

About MitigationBankSearch.com   Have you just bought a property that you were hoping to build on and found that a wetland habitat is on the property? Is a regulatory agency telling you that you will have to calculate the impacts that your development will have on the wetland and that you will have to purchase mitigation credits for those impacts? Mitigation Banking Group simplifies the process, explaining the steps to take and help you purchase those mitigation credits from the right place. These steps

Calculating Mitigation Banking Credits in Florida

One Credit Does Not Equal One Acre: Calculating Mitigation Banking Credits in Florida   Wetland mitigation banking credits are a valuable commodity. However, the methodology behind calculating credit amounts can be confusing and often leads to misconceptions about how many acres equal a wetland credit. This is to say nothing of how habitat credits are calculated.  The calculation of credits in Florida is not a straightforward mathematical formula. The exact formula may vary based on the method and regulations