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Environmental Impact Assessment (A3151) : Unit I
Environmental Impact Assessment (A3151) : Unit I
(A3151)
MODULE I
UNIT I
A country’s prosperity is defined on the basis of it’s
infrastructure.
In order to develop the infra structure, lot of challenges has to
be undertaken in all the aspects such as economical,
environmental etc., to maintain the ecological balance.
It is necessary to understand the links between environment and
development in order to make the development chances that will
be economically efficient , socially equitable and responsible and
environmentally sound.
EIA can:
modify and improve design
ensure efficient resource use
enhance social aspects
identify key impacts and measures for
mitigating them
inform decision-making and condition-
setting
avoid serious and irreversible damage to the
environment
protect human health and safety
The EIA process