EIA Report Scoping and Impact Analysis

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What is the purpose of developing a 'Terms of reference' in open scoping?

To determine the scope of the EIA report

To identify key interest groups

To establish good lines of communication

To guide the impact analysis (correct)

What is the primary characteristic of closed scoping?

It involves public consultations

It is a transparent process

It is a flexible process

The scope of the EIA report is pre-determined by law (correct)

What is the main goal of the scoping phase in EIA?

To identify potential impacts (correct)

To develop a scope outline

To establish communication with stakeholders

To analyze the impacts in detail

What type of impacts are analyzed in the impact analysis phase?

Biophysical, social, health, or economic impacts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of revising the scope outline in open scoping?

To incorporate public concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is used to analyze impacts in the impact analysis phase?

Various tools, such as checklists, matrices, and GIS Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of matrices in EIA?

To identify impacts arising from the interaction between project activities and environmental components Signup and view all the answers

Which type of matrix is used to assess the importance of impacts based on their magnitude and time frame?

Magnitude Matrix Signup and view all the answers

In which type of matrix are importance weightings assigned to environmental components?

Weighted Matrix Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the well-known quantified matrix developed by Leopold et al.?

Leopold Matrix Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a network approach in EIA?

It allows for the clear tracing of high-order effects of initial actions Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of the Sorenson network approach?

It is limited by inadequate data availability and reference networks relevant to the local environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to calculate the impact of a project on the environment using a weighted matrix?

21x10x8+21x0+21x50x7+21x40x8 = 15750 Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of the Sorenson network approach in EIA?

It enables the assessment of multiple impacts at the same time Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a cost-benefit analysis in the context of development projects?

To evaluate the economic losses and gains of a project Signup and view all the answers

What method is used to determine the value of environmental features from the prices of traded goods?

Hedonic Pricing Method Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Contingent Valuation Method?

To ask people to directly report their willingness to pay for the use or conservation of natural goods Signup and view all the answers

What is the main application of the Travel Cost Method?

To determine the economic values of sites that are used for recreation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the detailed document prepared in the final stage of the EIA process?

To serve as a reference document for future EIAs in the same geographical area Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the summarized document prepared in the final stage of the EIA process?

To communicate the findings of the EIA team to the decision-maker Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for taking the final decision in the EIA process?

A manager or a committee Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the Contingent Valuation Method and the Travel Cost Method?

The Contingent Valuation Method estimates the use-value of an environmental good or service, while the Travel Cost Method does not Signup and view all the answers

Which areas are dealt with by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for CRZ clearance?

CRZ-I and CRZ IV Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of ISO 14001?

Environmental management systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the width of the No Development Zone (NDZ) stipulated for all Islands?

20 meters Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the ISO 14000 family of standards?

Occupational health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of treatment facilities in CRZ-I B areas?

To address pollution in Coastal areas Signup and view all the answers

What type of areas are CRZ-I and CRZ IV?

Ecologically Sensitive Areas and areas covered between Low Tide Line and 12 Nautical Miles seaward Signup and view all the answers

What has been stipulated for islands close to the mainland coast and for all Backwater Islands in the mainland?

A No Development Zone (NDZ) of 20 meters Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ISO 14004?

To provide guidelines on environmental management principles, systems and supporting techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of eco-labels?

To demonstrate high standards of environmental protection Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for setting quality and safety norms in India?

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol of the Eco-mark scheme?

An earthen pot Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)?

To incorporate environmental and sustainability considerations into strategic decision-making processes Signup and view all the answers

Who launched the first eco-label scheme in India in 1991?

The Government of India Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in the Eco-mark scheme?

To provide technical advice Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the guidelines set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?

To provide environmental labeling to products Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for running the Eco-mark program?

The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

EIA Scoping

Closed scoping: content and scope of an EIA Report is pre-determined by law and modified through closed consultations between a developer and the competent authority.
Open or Public scoping: a transparent process based on public consultations, involving the preparation of a scope outline, identification of key issues, and establishment of good lines of communication with key interest groups.

Impact Analysis

Analyzes likely impacts in greater detail, using various tools such as checklists, matrices, networks, overlays, and geographical information systems (GIS).
Types of matrices used in EIA: Magnitude Matrices, Quantified Matrix (e.g., Leopold Matrix), and Weighted Matrix.
Networks are used to illustrate secondary and subsequent effects of actions on environmental elements.

Assessment of Alternative Measures

Involves assessment of environmental degradation and improvement in terms of economic losses and gains.
Methods used: Cost-benefit analysis, Hedonic Pricing Method, Contingent Valuation, and Travel Cost Method (TCM).

Preparation of the Final Document

Two types of documents are prepared: a detailed account of the EIA and a brief summarized account for a decision-maker.
The detailed document is a reference document for future EIAs, while the summarized document is written clearly without technical language.

Decision-making

Decision taken by a manager or a committee, or personnel from the concerned ministry who had not been associated with the EIA during its preparation.
Specific guidelines for projects/activities in CRZ-I (Ecologically Sensitive Areas) and CRZ IV (area covered between Low Tide Line and 12 Nautical Miles seaward).

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

ISO 14000 family of standards provides guidance for companies and organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities.
Specific standards include ISO 14001, ISO 14004, ISO 14006, and ISO 14010.

Ecolabel

Voluntary certifications that demonstrate compliance with high standards of environmental protection during the life-cycle of a product or service.
The Government of India launched its first eco-label scheme, 'Eco-mark', in 1991, which is run by the Ministry of Environment, forests and climate change (MoEF&CC) with technical advice from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)

Aims to incorporate environmental and sustainability considerations into strategic decision-making processes.
An evidence-based instrument that adds scientific rigor to policy, plan, and program making using suitable assessment methods and techniques.

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This quiz covers the different approaches to scoping in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports, including closed and open scoping, as well as the process of impact analysis. It's essential for understanding the EIA process and its applications.