5 Questions
What does EIA stand for?
Environmental Impact Assessment
When is the term 'strategic environmental assessment' (SEA) usually applied?
To policies, plans, and programmes proposed by organs of state
What is the purpose of environmental impact assessment?
To ensure that decision-makers consider the environmental impacts when deciding whether or not to proceed with a project
What may environmental assessments be governed by?
Rules of administrative procedure regarding public participation and documentation of decision making
What does the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA) define?
An environmental impact assessment
Study Notes
Environmental Assessment Acronyms
- EIA stands for Environmental Impact Assessment.
Strategic Environmental Assessment
- The term 'strategic environmental assessment' (SEA) is usually applied to policies, plans, and programs.
Purpose of Environmental Impact Assessment
- The purpose of environmental impact assessment is to identify and evaluate the potential environmental consequences of a project or development proposal.
Governance of Environmental Assessments
- Environmental assessments may be governed by laws, regulations, and policies.
International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA)
- The International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA) defines impact assessment as the process of identifying the future consequences of a current or proposed action.
Test your knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) with this quiz. Explore the principles, processes, and key concepts involved in evaluating the environmental consequences of proposed projects and policies.
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