Environmental
What is 'ecological mitigation' required by Rhode Island DEM or CRMC?
APaying a fine for environmental damage
BSteps taken to minimize, avoid, or compensate for adverse environmental impacts of a development project, such as wetland creation or habitat restoration✓ Correct
CA DEM permit for habitat destruction
DA tax credit for environmental improvements
Explanation
Ecological mitigation involves measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for environmental harm from a project—such as avoiding sensitive areas, restoring degraded habitat, or creating new wetlands to offset permitted impacts.
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