Revenues for Nature Guidebook Series: Wetland Mitigation and Endangered Species Habitat Banking, United States

Year Published

2024

Contributing Organizations

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP-FI)

Green Finance Institute (GFI)

Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN)

Type of Resource

Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Nature

Topic 2

Climate Policy & Policy Engagement

Target Audience

Banks

Governments & Policymakers

Real Economy Corporates

Asset Managers

Asset Owners

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This guidebook explains the U.S. wetland mitigation banking system and its role in financing wetland restoration. It outlines how credits are generated, regulated, and traded.

Why This Matters

Mitigation banking channels private finance into wetland restoration, supporting biodiversity, water quality, and climate resilience.

Key Insights

Mitigation banks restore wetlands and sell credits to offset permitted environmental impacts
Credits are regulated under federal frameworks and provide long-term conservation funding
Strong legal, ecological, and financial standards are essential for bank approval and investor confidence
Offers insights into project development, risk management, and stakeholder roles

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