The Legal and Regulatory Framework for Environmental Impact Assessments
| Author | : Mohamed Abdelwahab Bekhechi |
| Publisher | : World Bank Publications |
| Total Pages | : 180 |
| Release | : 2002-01-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 082135115X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780821351154 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (154 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Legal and Regulatory Framework for Environmental Impact Assessments written by Mohamed Abdelwahab Bekhechi and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) is a procedure for evaluating the impact of proposed activities on the environment. In modern Africa, EIAs are a growing reality and a matter of law in 22 sub-Saharan African countries. This volume examines various aspects of EIA legislation in these countries, including: definitions and prescribed activities; public participation and consultation; the review process and the quality of EIA reports; monitoring and enforcement; compatibility; and transboundary issues. It highlights the role and degree of public participation for the further development of EIA law and policy.
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