Mitigation Policy
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About This Sample
This sample policy outlines a clear framework for evaluating and accepting mitigation‑related projects to ensure they advance the organization’s conservation mission with integrity. The policy establishes criteria to assess project significance, ecological quality, funding adequacy, alignment with strategic priorities, and potential net conservation gain. It emphasizes the need for full stewardship and transactional cost coverage, early engagement in project design, and careful review of public benefits and potential conflicts. By requiring rigorous evaluation and transparency, the policy helps the Land Trust participate only in high‑quality mitigation efforts that contribute meaningfully to habitat protection and long‑term conservation outcomes.
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