has played a crucial role as a non-partisan think-and-do tank dedicated to advancing effective environmental governance and law. At a time of uncertainty driven by politics, climate change, and economic forces, the Environmental Law Institute is more important than ever. A steady, reasoned, unbiased voice is needed in the months ahead to protect and reinforce those elements of law and governance that are key to advancing effective natural resource management and environmental quality, and to pull together diverse groups for solutions-oriented convening.
Mitigation banking is often discussed in terms of credits—wetland credits, stream credits, or other units used to compensate for unavoidable environmental impacts. But the value of a mitigation bank extends far beyond the regulatory credit itself. Well-designed mitigation banks can provide a broad range of ecosystem services that benefit watersheds, wildlife, communities, and taxpayers.Cleaner Water •
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The National Environmental Banking Association is proud to honor this year’s award recipients—leaders who exemplify innovation, integrity, and excellence in advancing mitigation banking and ecological restoration. These individuals and organizations are setting new standards for environmental outcomes, strengthening partnerships between the public and private sectors, and inspiring the next generation of restoration professionals.2026 Award WinnersAward for
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