EDI is committed to various projects that promote biodiversity in San Diego County. One of our key endeavors is restoring 15 acres of cactus scrub habitat at El Monte Ecological Preserve. This habitat supports various local species, including the Coastal Cactus Wren—a California Species of Special Concern. EDI has also planted 188 coast live oaks at El Monte Ecological Preserve to replace invasive eucalyptus trees. California oak woodlands host a rich variety of wildlife, housing over half of the state's terrestrial vertebrate species. Furthermore, we have installed a large "bat hotel" to provide essential roosting habitat for several bat species, particularly the locally listed Pallid Bat and Townsend's Big-Eared Bat.

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In our commitment to preserving biodiversity, we also maintain a small native milkweed farm to support Monarch Butterflies. The milkweed from our farm is used to create monarch butterfly gardens in people's yards, forming a network of monarch habitat throughout San Diego County, contributing to conservation efforts, and empowering our local community to actively participate in preserving the natural environment.

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Join us in positively impacting our environment and fostering a sustainable future for San Diego County. Together, we can create a thriving ecosystem that benefits wildlife and our community.