Succession is the process by which communities colonise an ecosystem and are then replaced over time by other communities: Pioneer species: These are the first species to occupy a new habitat, starting new communities. They have rapid reproductive strategies, enabling them to quickly occupy an uninhabited area.
Definition of due diligence. 1  1 law : the care that a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property failed to exercise due diligence in trying to prevent the accident.
Proper assessments made through environmental due diligence can protect you from the potentially crippling environmental liabilities under CERCLA, even if contamination is found after the purchase is made. Protection under the CERCLA is for owners, innocent landowners, and bona fide prospective purchasers.