At the heart of ICER’s ethos is the principle that nature is not a commodity. ICER does not engage in or endorse commercial projects that commodify nature or its restoration processes.

ICER focuses on industry representation, advocacy, and collaboration with scientific bodies or projects to determine and share industry best science. While its role is strictly advisory, ICER advocates for restoration activities that uphold ecological integrity, respect community stewardship, and avoid financial mechanisms that commodify nature or its restoration processes. ICER remains committed to the Rights of Nature, championing restoration practices that honor nature’s intrinsic value and sovereignty.