17.4..2. Environmental Impact Assessment Process

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define Environmental Impact Assessment.

   Hint

   Think about the assessment's purpose regarding projects.

2. 2.

   What does Screening determine?

   Hint

   Consider if all projects need an EIA or only certain ones.

3. 3.

   What is the first step in the EIA process?

   • Impact Prediction
   • Project Definition
   • Screening

   Hint

   Remember the starting step of defining the project’s significance.

4. 4.

   True or False: Public Participation is optional in the EIA process.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the benefits of involving the public.

5. 5.

   Discuss how effective public participation can alter the outcome of an EIA.

   Hint

   Consider how community input can change the project's approach.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the consequences of failing to include a robust Monitoring Plan in an EIA.

   Hint

   What risks does skipping monitoring pose for ongoing environmental conditions?