Introduction to the Handbook of Environmental Impact Assessment
Abstract:Main roles in the EIA process Typical expectations of the EIA process Lawmakers Create and change laws and regulations; learn from past regulatory experience; disclose information to society. Procedural efficiency; adherence to partisan and/or voters' values. Judicial Bodies Various judicial bodies are required to engage in EIAs when conflicts escalate. Their roles include judicial review; hermeneutics; meetings; public hearings; court ruling; etc. Fairness; consistency; transparency; access to information; op… Show more
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