Which of the following practices exemplifies the LEED concept of regenerative site stewardship?

Creating a climate-smart forest by clearing invasive species to enhance biodiversity is the best answer because regenerative site stewardship goes beyond reducing harm and actively improves ecological function. LEED Sustainable Sites encourages protection and restoration of habitat, conservation of natural features, native or adaptive planting, and support for biodiversity. Removing invasive species helps restore ecological balance because invasive plants can displace native species, reduce habitat quality, and weaken ecosystem services. A community garden can support social and local food goals, and permeable pavement can help rainwater management, but these options do not as directly describe regenerative ecological restoration. Expanding impervious hardscape is incorrect because it increases runoff, heat island effects, and habitat disturbance.