Intro to Environmental Systems
An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process used to evaluate the potential environmental effects of a proposed project or development before it is carried out. This process helps identify, predict, and assess the likely environmental consequences, allowing decision-makers to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of the project. EIAs are crucial in ensuring sustainable development, particularly in understanding how land use changes and habitat fragmentation can affect ecosystems and in valuing ecosystem services and natural capital.
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