Wetland Mitigation Banks

Wetland mitigation banks are conservation projects designed to compensate for wetlands that are lost due to development or construction. When a developer impacts a wetland, they can purchase "credits" from a mitigation bank, which has already restored or created wetlands elsewhere. This ensures that disturbances to natural environments are balanced by efforts to protect or enhance wetland ecosystems. Essentially, it’s a way of trading and preserving natural areas, aiming to maintain ecological health while allowing for responsible development.