What strategies can you use to increase public participation in environmental impact assessments?
Environmental impact assessments (EIAs) are processes that evaluate the potential effects of a proposed project or policy on the natural and social environment. EIAs are often required by law or regulation to ensure that environmental issues are considered in decision-making. However, EIAs can also benefit from involving the public, especially those who are directly affected by or interested in the project or policy. Public participation can improve the quality, legitimacy, and acceptability of EIAs by providing diverse perspectives, knowledge, and feedback. In this article, we will discuss some strategies that you can use to increase public participation in EIAs.