System-Based Assessments—Improving the Confidence in the EIA Process

System-Based Assessments—Improving the Confidence in the EIA Process

This viewpoint article examines Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) practices in developed and transitioning nations, identifies weaknesses, and proposes a new quantitative approach. The literature indicates that there exists little to no standardization in EIA practice, transitioning nations rely...

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Main Authors:	Jeff Wilson, Shawn Hinz, Jennifer Coston-Guarini, Camille Mazé, Jean-Marc Guarini, Laurent Chauvaud
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2017-12-01
Series:	Environments
Subjects:	environmental impact assessment ecosystem modeling hydrodynamic modeling baseline survey ecosystem-based environmental assessment environmental sensing technology
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3298/4/4/95

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