Ecosystem Investment Partners

Overview

Ecosystem Investment Partners (EIP) is a private equity firm focused on large-scale environmental restoration projects across the United States. The firm invests in the restoration of wetlands, streams, and habitats, generating mitigation credits that are sold to developers to offset environmental impacts from infrastructure and development projects. EIP's approach combines environmental conservation with financial returns, aiming to balance ecological restoration with economic development. Founded in 2006, EIP has raised nearly $1.5 billion in capital and has a national footprint with over 90 projects across 19 states. These projects have restored more than 53,000 acres of wetlands and 260 miles of streams. The firm's portfolio includes a diverse range of environmental services, such as water quality improvement, biodiversity conservation, and habitat restoration. EIP collaborates with public agencies, conservation organizations, and private developers to implement its projects. EIP's investment strategy focuses on generating mitigation credits through environmental restoration, which are then sold to project developers in sectors like oil and gas, mining, data centers, renewable energy, and real estate. This model allows EIP to deliver both ecological and economic benefits, supporting sustainable development while providing financial returns to its investors. The firm's expertise in environmental restoration and its extensive track record in the natural capital sector position it as a leader in balancing environmental conservation with economic growth.

Investment Focus

• Focus on large-scale environmental restoration projects
• Generate mitigation credits for developers
• Collaborate with public agencies and conservation organizations
• Deliver both ecological and economic benefits
• Support sustainable development initiatives