17.4..2.6. Evaluation of Impacts and Alternative Criteria

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does EIA stand for?

   Hint

   Think about environmental evaluations.

2. 2.

   Why is evaluating alternatives important?

   Hint

   Consider what happens if we don't explore other options.

3. 3.

   What is the primary goal of Environmental Impact Assessment?

   • To maximize profits
   • To evaluate environmental impacts
   • To eliminate all projects

   Hint

   Remember, it's about evaluating environmental changes.

4. 4.

   True or False: EIA considers only economic benefits of a project.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of the comprehensive nature of EIA.

5. 5.

   Consider a city planning to build a large parking lot in a forested area. Discuss the potential environmental impacts and how the EIA process could help minimize them.

   Hint

   Think about environmental consequences and explore alternatives.

6. 6.

   Analyze a proposed industrial project that may damage local water sources. How would you approach evaluating the impacts and alternatives?

   Hint

   Focus on sustainability and community needs.