2021 Florida Mitigation Banking Workshop Proud to be a member of the Florida Association of Mitigation Bankers! Since 2008, the Florida Association of Mitigation Bankers has been working hard to promote and advance an efficient and successful private compensatory wetland and conservation marketplace that supports economic development and ecological function through the restoration of wetlands and species’ habitats throughout the State of Florida. Continued regulatory changes and industry-related threats demand a need for a strong, unified voice. FAMB stands
Wetlands are between aquatic and land-based ecosystems, temporarily or permanently submerged in water. They are the water systems in the landscape, capturing, storing and slowly releasing water. They provide habitats and refuge for up to 40% of biodiversity including vulnerable and endangered flora and fauna. They support many birds, amphibians, fish, and plant species by providing vital breeding, feeding, and nesting grounds. They also form corridors for migrating species. Healthy wetlands provide many benefits and services that far exceed those of terrestrial
How to Permit a Wetland Mitigation Bank in Florida? Permitting a wetland mitigation bank is a structured, regulated process that involves multiple steps and agencies. Below is a detailed breakdown of how to permit a mitigation bank in the U.S., following the Federal Mitigation Rule (33 CFR Part 332). The Mitigation Bank Florida Statute, 373.4136, and Mitigation Bank Rule, 62-342, provide the framework for permitting state of Florida wetland mitigation banks. Mitigation banks are authorized by a state permit, issued by
BREAKING NEWS The Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are in receipt of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona’s August 30, 2021, order vacating and remanding the Navigable Waters Protection Rule in the case of Pascua Yaqui Tribe v. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In light of this order, the agencies have halted implementation of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and are interpreting “waters of the United States” consistent with the pre-2015 regulatory regime until further notice. WHAT DOES THIS
FAEP Annual VIRTUAL Conference and Training Symposium 2021 Join the Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (FAEP) for the Annual VIRTUAL Conference & Training Symposium. The Florida Association of Environmental Professional is an affiliate of the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP). The Florida state chapter was founded in 1987 and has eight local chapters throughout the state. FAEP is a multidisciplinary professional association of Environmental Professionals from a variety of disciplines including: biologists, scientists, geologists, environmental engineers, environmental attorneys, wetland scientists, botanists, planners,
The Mitigation Banking Group, Inc. is proud to be a Golden Lagoon Hero Sponsor for the Annual International Coastal Clean-Up on Saturday, September 18, 2021 (8 AM – 12 PM). The Cleanup will take place along the shores of the Pineda Causeway & POW / MIA Park (formerly Pineda Landing Park in Brevard County, Florida). Hope to see you there! RSVP
The Florida Association of Mitigation Bankers invites you to attend our annual Mitigation Banking Workshop on Thursday, September 30th and Friday morning, October 1st at the Jacksonville River City Downtown Hotel. Thursday will focus on discussions from state and federal regulators. Their Friday program will provide a series of discussions on various industry topics of interest. Please feel free to share with any mitigation banker, environmental consultant, engineer, attorney or landowner who may be interested in attending. Please note the workshop
Wetland Mitigation in Florida Presented by Victoria Bruce. We are excited to be presenting at the JW Marriott Marco Island for the 2021 Summer School which fell over the dates July 20-23, 2021! This is one of our favorite events of the year. If you were not there this year, please plan on attending next year as it is really Florida’s largest and best environmental conference. Victoria K. Bruce is the CEO of The Mitigation Banking Group, Inc. She has over
It’s been so great to be back at the JW Marriott Marco Island with all of the top environmental professionals in the state of Florida. Each year, FENI produces the long-standing and popular seminar called the Environmental Permitting Summer School. Seminar sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available to firms interested in marketing services and products to Florida’s environmental and growth management audience. The Florida Chamber Foundation focuses on identifying SOLUTIONS to challenges facing Florida. Founded in 1968, the Foundation is a business-led,
“On June 26, 2021, The Mitigation Banking Group, Inc. sponsored the Central Florida Association of Environmental Professionals and the Central Florida Recon in Playalinda Beach- Cape Canaveral, Florida for a Beach Effort Cleanup. On June 26, 2021, as a group of 25 people, we collected 34 lbs of trash, including old toothbrushes, cans, large bags of potato chips, water bottles, etc…. Victoria has been a board member and/or active member with the CFAEP since 2005 and is delighted to be able