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How do you assess environmental impact for a new project?

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How do you assess environmental impact for a new project? If you are a corporate sustainability professional, you know that this is a crucial step to ensure that your project is aligned with your environmental goals and values, and that it complies with relevant regulations and standards. In this article, we will guide you through the main steps and tools to conduct an environmental impact assessment (EIA) for your project.

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Bernard Lebelle

CEO The Green Link_ ?? AI-powered #Sustainability Strategy Portal | EDHEC Teacher MsC Sustainable Business
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1 Define the scope

The first step is to define the scope of your project and its potential environmental impacts. You need to identify the location, size, duration, and activities of your project, as well as the environmental aspects and indicators that you will measure and monitor. You also need to determine the legal and regulatory requirements that apply to your project, such as permits, licenses, or standards. You can use a checklist or a matrix to help you organize this information.

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Bernard Lebelle

CEO The Green Link_ ?? AI-powered #Sustainability Strategy Portal | EDHEC Teacher MsC Sustainable Business
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An efficient & holistic approach is to perform the following 2-step process from our playbook at The Green Link. This will give you a clear picture of the potential impacts of your plan Step# 1/ “9 planetary boundaries scorecard” Assess how will the project impact each of the 9 boundaries using a low/medium/high gradient. Step#2/ “2nd /3rd order ripple effects canvas” for each medium to high impacts identified & assess 2rd order consequence of the impact & then the consequence of the 2nd order consequences. Ex: Using cold water from the river to mitigate the heat from our Data Center ]boundary freshwater : 1st order - hot water release in the river 2nd order - fish population dwindle 3rd order - local fishermen reduced income

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David Mattersdorfer

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I am a big fan of the sustainability triangle. True sustainability needs level out on the areas: social, environmental and economic.

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Muhammad Danial

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1. Ensure the targets you want to meet are defined strictly. 2. Collect baseline data, identify impacts, predict the significance of the data 3. Compliance with local regulations and expert input are vital. This applies even if you are already an expert. One must always look to collaborate cross functionally.

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2 Collect baseline data

The next step is to collect baseline data on the current state of the environment in the area where your project will take place. You need to gather relevant and reliable data on the physical, biological, and social aspects of the environment, such as air quality, water resources, biodiversity, land use, and community health. You can use various sources and methods to collect this data, such as surveys, interviews, observations, or secondary data from existing reports or databases.

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David Mattersdorfer

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Good standards to use here are: - CSR Reporting: EMAS Standard, ISO 14001 and of course the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). They will provide several aspects which should be taken into account. - Other standards you can think about are Scope 1-3 from the LCA methodology and for sourcing the future Europen Supply Chain Act (ESCA) especially for sourcing materials.

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3 Predict and evaluate impacts

The third step is to predict and evaluate the potential impacts of your project on the environment, both positive and negative, direct and indirect, short-term and long-term. You need to use scientific and logical methods to estimate the magnitude, significance, and probability of the impacts, as well as the uncertainties and assumptions involved. You can use various tools and techniques to do this, such as modeling, simulation, or scenario analysis.

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David Mattersdorfer

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Also have a look at the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive. It mandates that significant EU construction projects, such as nuclear power stations, roads, and dams, must undergo an environmental impact assessment. For other projects, individual EU Member States decide on a case-by-case basis. The assessment considers factors like health, biodiversity, and climate. Project developers must provide detailed information, and there are rules for public participation and legal challenges in the process.

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4 Identify mitigation measures

The fourth step is to identify mitigation measures to avoid, reduce, or compensate for the negative impacts of your project on the environment. You need to consider the technical, economic, and social feasibility of the measures, as well as their effectiveness and efficiency. You can use a hierarchy of mitigation options, such as prevention, minimization, restoration, or offsetting, to prioritize the most appropriate measures for your project.

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5 Prepare and present the report

The final step is to prepare and present the report of your environmental impact assessment. You need to summarize the main findings and recommendations of your analysis, as well as the methods and data sources used. You also need to communicate the report to the relevant stakeholders, such as regulators, investors, clients, or communities, and solicit their feedback and approval. You can use various formats and channels to present your report, such as written documents, oral presentations, or online platforms.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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David Mattersdorfer

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Do not forget the Public and Stakeholder Involvement: Engage with the public, local communities, and relevant stakeholders to gather input, concerns, and feedback on the project's environmental impacts.

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