Environment Information system - Purposes And AIM

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an important management tool for ensuring optimal use of natural resources for sustainable development. A beginning in this direction was made in our country with the impact assessment of river valley projects in 1978-79 and the scope has subsequently been enhanced to cover other developmental sectors such as industries, thermal power projects, mining schemes etc. To facilitate collection of environmental data and preparation of management plans, guidelines have been evolved and circulated to the concerned Central and State Government Departments. EIA has now been made mandatory under the Environmental (Protection Act, 1986 for 29 categories of developmental activities involving investments of Rs. 50 crores and above.

1. Environmental Impact Assessment PURPOSE AND AIM

2. AIM OF EIA Identify Potential Impacts: EIA aims to identify and assess the potential environmental, social, and economic impacts of a proposed project. Assess Significance: EIA helps in determining the significance of identified impacts. Promote Sustainable Development: EIA aims to ensure that development projects contribute to sustainable development by minimizing adverse environmental impacts and maximizing social and economic benefits. Provide Information for Decision-Making: EIA provides decision-makers, stakeholders, and the public with comprehensive information about the potential environmental consequences of a proposed project.

3. PURPOSE OF EIA International Cooperation: EIA can facilitate cooperation and coordination between different countries or regions. Mitigation and Alternatives: EIA recommends measures to mitigate or offset potential adverse impacts. Public Participation : EIA encourages public involvement in the decision-making process. Promoting Sustainable Development: EIA aims to ensure that development projects contribute to sustainable development Technological Innovation: EIA encourages the consideration of innovative technologies and practices that can reduce environmental impacts.

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