How can EIA foster innovation and creativity in environmental problem-solving and decision-making?
Environmental impact assessment (EIA) is a process that evaluates the potential effects of a proposed project, plan, policy, or program on the environment and society. It is a tool that can help decision-makers and stakeholders identify, avoid, minimize, mitigate, or compensate for adverse impacts and enhance positive ones. But EIA is not only about assessing impacts; it can also foster innovation and creativity in environmental problem-solving and decision-making. How? Here are some ways.