ASSIGNMENT 4

NAME : YASH ASHOKKUMAR JAIN

CLASS : SYBAF
DIVISION : A
ROLL NO : 337
DATE : 31/08/2021

1. WHY IS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

ASSESSMENT NECESSARY IN TODAYS TIME ?

Environmental assessment is taken up in this

exercise as a rapid assessment technique for
determining the current status of the environment
and identifying impact of critical activities on
environmental parameters. EIA is a relatively new
planning and decision-making tool first enshrined in
the United States in the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969. It is a formal study process used
to predict the environmental consequences of any
development project. EIA thus ensures that the
potential problems are foreseen and addressed at an
early stage in project planning and design. Creation
of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) system
is vital to conform socio-economic development
projects to environmental safety and thereby ensure
sustainable economic development. In view of the
fact that development is an ever-growing process, its
impact on the environment is also ever increasing,
leading to rapid deterioration in environmental
conditions. As such environmental assessment
provides a rational approach to sustainable
development. It also enables us in carrying out
environmental cost-benefit analysis of projects at an
initial stage. It is thus a precursor to detailed analysis
of environmental impacts, which are taken up only if
a need for the same is established. Comprehensive
EIA is usually conducted after the rapid EIA and
some time after accruing a formal approval. It helps
the planning and management to take long-term
measures for effective management as well as
environment conservation.
This assessment includes 4 different stages which
are clearly defined in Environmental Impact
Assessment Notification, 2006 India. They are
 Screening
 Scoping
 Public hearing and
 Appraisal
Screening – It is the first stage which determines
whether the project requires EIA or one. It is on the
basis of investment so that the small project can be
kept away from the tangles of a complicated process.
But even small projects can have severe
environmental impacts. Moreover, the technology
involved can be harmful to the environment.
Scoping – It means engaging in discussions with the
stakeholders, communities and local people. In this
process, the future conflicts and issues which may
arise are generally tackled. Taking the opinion of the
local community is one of the major tasks of this
stage,. Still, it is hardly given any severe
considerations.
Public Hearing – Public hearing is similar to
scoping, Public must be consulted on the proposed
development project. But the truth is hardly any
advice are considered by the authorities. It is just
another procedure to follow, which is generally
ignored most of the time.
Appraisal – This step involves an expert’s advice
on available data and review by the competent
authority such as SPCB. In many cases, there is
reliable data available, making this stage ineffective?
And in some instances the review authority lack of
peoples social services.
Sometimes false data are also produced by the
owners regarding biodiversity, trees, land use etc.
This ultimately means compromising with the rules.

2. Something that you liked/learnt from the EVS

lecture. And what you feel you can implement
in future ?

The learning situations/experiences of EVS help

children to explore and connect with their
natural and human made surroundings. EVS
helps children develop their own insights into
the functioning of several things or
understanding human processes in their
environment.

Environmental education is a process that

allows individuals to explore environmental
issues, engage in problem solving, and take
action to improve the environment. As a result,
individuals develop a deeper understanding of
environmental issues and have the skills to
make informed and responsible decisions.
The components of environmental education
are:
 Awareness and sensitivity to the
environment and environmental challenges
 Knowledge and understanding of the
environment and environmental challenges
  Attitudes of concern for the environment
and motivation to improve or maintain
environmental quality
 Skills to identify and help resolve
environmental challenges
 Participation in activities that lead to the
resolution of environmental challenges.

Environmental education does not advocate a

particular viewpoint or course of action. Rather,
environmental education teaches individuals
how to weigh various sides of an issue through
critical thinking and it enhances their own
problem-solving and decision-making skills.