The Environment Consultant

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Environmental Regulatory Framework: EU EIA Directive

The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive is a cornerstone of the European Union’s environmental policy. It aims to ensure that environmental considerations are integrated into decision-making for projects that are…
Environmental Regulatory Framework: Annex I – EU EIA Directive

Annex I projects under the EU EIA Directive are subject to a mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) because they are considered to have a significant impact on the environment by…
Heritage Impact Assessments

Archaeologists excavate ancient building in the Ruins of Çatalhöyük (Türkiye) Heritage Impact Assessments (HIAs) are a tool to evaluate the potential impacts of potential development on cultural assets. Cultural heritage…
Social Impact Assessment: Case study

Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) evaluate how a proposed project, policy, or development will affect the social fabric of a community, including aspects such as health, livelihoods, education, culture, social relationships,…
Environmental Studies across the RIBA Stages

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Plan of Work is a widely adopted framework that outlines the key stages of a building or infrastructure project, from initial conception through…