NOAH (No Offset for Animals’ Habitat)

NOAH (No Offset for Animals’ Habitat) is a conservation policy that prohibits developers from compensating for habitat destruction caused by their projects through future habitat restoration or creation. Instead, it emphasizes avoiding and minimizing harm to animal habitats from the outset. This approach aims to protect wildlife by ensuring that development projects do not result in loss of critical habitats, rather than relying on future offsetting measures. NOAH promotes responsible development that prioritizes the preservation of natural habitats, ultimately supporting long-term biodiversity conservation.