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At Naturion®, we’re here to answer any questions you have about our services, projects, or potential partnerships. Whether you’re interested in learning more about our ecological restoration efforts, exploring landowner partnerships, or simply seeking more information, we’re ready to help.

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Project Inquiries:

Have questions about our wetland and stream mitigation banking projects? Get in touch to learn more about how our work is helping restore ecosystems across the country.

Land Partnerships:

If you’re a landowner interested in partnering with Naturion® to restore and protect your land, we’d love to discuss potential opportunities.

General Information:

Whether you’re a developer looking for mitigation credits or someone wanting to learn more about our process, we’re happy to provide the information you need.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) :

What is mitigation banking?

Mitigation banking is a system of credits and debits for restoring enhancing or preserving wetlands, streams, or other ecosystems. Developers can purchase mitigation credits to offset environmental impacts, ensuring a net positive or neutral impact on the ecosystem.

How are mitigation credits generated?

Mitigation credits are created by improving the ecological function of a degraded site, such as a wetland or stream. Once the site is restored, the credits are sold to developers who need to offset the environmental impact of their projects.

What is the functional ecological lift?

Functional ecological lift refers to the measurable improvement in ecosystem health and function as a result of restoration, enhancement and preservation efforts. This lift is the basis for generating mitigation credits.

Why is ecological restoration important?
Ecological restoration is essential because it helps reverse environmental damage, supports biodiversity, improves water quality, and restores natural processes like hydrology. It also ensures that ecosystems can continue to benefit both people and wildlife.
What role do landowners play in mitigation banking?

Landowners can partner with companies like Naturion to restore degraded ecosystems on their property. In return, they can generate mitigation credits that provide both financial and environmental benefits.

What are the benefits of mitigation banking for developers?

Mitigation banking allows developers to comply with environmental regulations by purchasing mitigation credits. This provides a cost-effective way to offset the environmental impacts of their projects while ensuring that ecosystems are restored or enhanced elsewhere.

How does long-term management of restored sites work?

Once a site has been restored and mitigation credits are generated, Naturion continues to manage and monitor the site to ensure that the restored ecosystem remains healthy and meets regulatory requirements.

What is a conservation easement?

A conservation easement is a legal agreement that protects land from development. In mitigation banking, easements are often used to ensure that restored ecosystems remain protected in perpetuity.

How do regulators ensure that mitigation credits meet environmental standards?

Regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers oversee mitigation banks to ensure that they meet environmental standards. Credits are certified only after ecological, enhancement and preservation has been successfully completed and verified by regulators.

We are committed to making complex environmental processes easier to understand. If you have additional questions or would like more information, feel free to contact us.

Other Naturion® Offices:

Crested Butte Office

60 Gillaspey Avenue, Unit 1
PO Box 3001
Crested Butte, CO 81224

Raleigh Office

7721 Six Forks Road
Suite 130
Raleigh, NC 27615

Asheville Office

6 Dula Springs Road
Weaverville, NC 28787

Columbus Office

34 E. College Ave.
Westerville, OH 43081

Pittsburgh Office

350 Towne Square Way
PO Box 98116
Pittsburgh, PA 15236

Charleston Office

4151 Spruill Avenue
Suite 150
Charleston, SC 29405

Houston Office

927 Studewood St., Suite 310
Houston, TX 77008

Morgantown Lab and Office

1137 Van Voorhis Road
Suite 40
Morgantown, WV 26505