Using the mitigation hierarchy to manage impacts on biodiversity in Pacific island countries and territories = Renforcer la hiérarchie d’atténuation1dans les Etats et Territoires Insulaires Océaniens.

Abstract

The mitigation hierarchy (MH) is a step-by-step tool used to limit the negative impacts of development projects. It can be used for many disciplines; this guidance note focuses on its use to manage risks and impacts to biodiversity. Very similar approaches can be used for ecosystem services and even social impacts.