About IVM Partners

IVM Partners operates exclusively for charitable, scientific, literary, and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the corresponding provision of any subsequent federal tax law. Such purposes shall be to develop, educate professionals and the public with respect to, and apply best vegetation management and conservation practices and related activities including:

  • Develop, educate the public with respect to, and apply integrated vegetation management and conservation practices to provide safe, reliable, and accessible utility and highway rights-of-way that transport vital services for public necessity and homeland security;
  • Improve wildlife and endangered species habitats, control exotic weeds, and lower risk of wildfire;
  • Inform and educate land managers and public officials so that best practices are used to resolve vegetation management problems in a safe, economical, and environmentally responsible manner;
  • Develop partnerships between industry and government so that best management practices are used to resolve vegetation problems in military installations, communities, forests, parks, and wildlife refuges;
  • With cooperation from land grant universities, industry, government, and conservation organizations, conduct research and disseminate information with respect to regional geophysiological differences in vegetation management practices