Ecosystem Investment Partners
5550 Newbury Street
Baltimore, MD 21209
Website:
ecosystempartners.com
Firm Size
- Assets Under Management (AUM):$989 Million
- Number of Funds:6
- Employees:19
- Firm Type:Private Equity
- Focus Areas:
Software & Technology
Services
Description
Ecosystem Investment Partners, LLC (EIP) is an environmental investment firm located in Baltimore, Maryland. The company specializes in providing capital and expertise to restore, create, and sustain natural habitats and ecosystems across the United States. EIP focuses on investing in projects that generate environmental benefits, such as wetland mitigation, species conservation, and watershed restoration, while also delivering financial returns to their investors.
As an impact-driven investment firm, EIP aims to balance the needs of the environment with financial performance. They work closely with landowners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to identify and invest in projects that have the potential to deliver both ecological and economic benefits. EIP's innovative approach leverages their extensive network of environmental experts, fund managers, and technical professionals to maximize the positive impact of their investments.
EIP's investment strategy revolves around the mitigation banking industry, where they acquire or develop land to restore wetlands, streams, and other critical habitats. These restored ecosystems provide valuable ecological services, such as flood control, water purification, and habitat for endangered species. In return, EIP obtains credits that can be sold to developers who are required by law to compensate for the environmental impacts of their projects.
Apart from their focus on mitigation banking, EIP also diversifies its investment portfolio by targeting other areas of environmental stewardship, including coastal restoration, forest conservation, and water quality improvement. By investing in these projects, EIP aims to address pressing environmental challenges while generating positive financial returns for their investors.
EIP's commitment to environmental sustainability and their successful track record in delivering high-impact investments has established them as a prominent player in the environmental finance sector. Their dedication to finding innovative solutions to balance economic and environmental interests positions them as a key partner for landowners, government agencies, and developers seeking to achieve their conservation goals.