After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Meaning of EIA 2. Issues in EIA Process 3. Process 4. Impact Evaluation Methodology. Meaning of EIA: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) can be described as a process of identifying the likely consequences for the bio-geophysical environment and for man's over all interest with respect to implementation of particular developmental activities and [...]
Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is aimed at mitigating the possible adverse impacts of a project and ensuring that the environmental quality is maintained. In fact the management plan covers all aspects of environmental mitigatory action plan including human resources management of the entire project operation starting from construction and operation of the project. EMP—Review and Monitoring Guideline: (a) General: Environment [...]
In this article we will discuss about the sources and disposal of solid wastes. Sources of Solid Wastes: Solid waste is commonly known as everything that goes out in trash. The various sources are: (i) Municipal solid wastes contain wastes from the homes, offices, schools, hospitals, etc., that are collected and disposed by the municipality. It generally consists of paper, [...]