Environmental monitoring at Lucky L Mitigation Bank is a science-based process of collecting and analyzing data to ensure the health and success of freshwater wetlands, supporting biodiversity, ecosystem restoration, and regulatory compliance. By tracking soil, water, vegetation, and wildlife, the bank detects issues early, refines restoration efforts, and provides transparent reports to regulators, securing credit releases and building trust with developers and investors. This rigorous approach, involving baseline data collection, regular assessments, and adaptive management, ensures long-term ecological success and positions Lucky L as a trusted partner in sustainable wetland restoration. Learn more at www.ReviveEcosystems.com.

Read our latest blog breaking down the May 1, 2025, WOTUS Listening Session for Environmental Stakeholders, offering key takeaways from the EPA and Army Corps’ work to redefine “Waters of the United States” following the Sackett v. EPA decision and its impact to the wetland mitigation banking industry.

The Florida Panther, with only 120–230 adults left, faces mounting threats despite decades of conservation efforts through habitat protection and alignment with the Endangered Species Act (ESA). A 2024 federal court ruling bolstered these efforts by revoking Florida’s wetland permitting authority due to inadequate protection of endangered species, restoring stricter federal oversight. However, a 2025 proposal by the EPA, NOAA, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service seeks to narrow the definition of “harm” under the ESA, potentially excluding habitat degradation and weakening protections. This creates a conflicting regulatory landscape—offering short-term conservation gains but introducing long-term risks to panther survival and habitat preservation.