I know some really hate the idea of eminent domain. But without you have environmentalists buying 2 inch wide strips of land shutting down all major projects.
Yes.
I consider easement/land acquisition, with its occasional condemnation of private, an unpleasant but necessary part of my job.
Fortunately, over the years I have had excellent luck negotiating easements and fee simple acquisitions from reluctant owners. Most of the time I have been able to avoid outright condemnation.