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Environmental Impact Assessments

  • Nature- and Biodiversity-Positive Investments

    Nature- and biodiversity-positive investments are financial commitments that aim to protect, restore, or enhance natural ecosystems while generating measurable ecological and social benefits. These investments support initiatives such as sustainable…

  • NY’s Environmental Framework (SEQRA): How It Compares to NEPA and CEQA

    Within the United States, New York operates a distinct yet conceptually familiar environmental review system through the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). SEQRA serves as New York’s…

  • Environmental Regulatory Framework: State of California

    Within the United States (U.S.), California has one of the most comprehensive and stringent environmental regulatory systems. While federal statutes like NEPA provide a baseline procedural framework, California law adds…

  • EIA System worldwide Vs. U.S. NEPA Model

    In most countries, the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is the primary environmental decision-making tool for development projects. While details vary by jurisdiction, the overall structure is remarkably consistent across regions…

  • Environmental Regulatory Framework: United States

    This post presents an overview of the Environmental Regulatory Framework in the United States (U.S.). In practice, this framework is typically presented within environmental studies such as Environmental Impact Statements…