{"id":26728,"date":"2021-03-02T11:43:59","date_gmt":"2021-03-02T06:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=26728"},"modified":"2021-03-02T11:44:00","modified_gmt":"2021-03-02T06:14:00","slug":"importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Importance of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">The Environmental Impact Assessment (aka EIA) is the process of estimating the probable environment impact of a proposed development or project, considering cultural and human-health impacts, inter-related socio-economic, both beneficial &amp; adverse. In this blog, we would delve deeper into the significance of the Environmental Impact Assessment and explain it in brief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#Role_of_Environmental_Impact_Assessment_in_Real-World_Scenario\" >Role of Environmental Impact Assessment in Real-World\nScenario<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#What_are_the_Objectives_of_Environment_Impact_Assessment\" >What are the Objectives of Environment Impact Assessment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#Significance_of_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\" >Significance of Environmental Impact Assessment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#Projected_Goals_under_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\" >Projected\nGoals under Environmental Impact Assessment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#Current_Process_Regarding_the_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\" >Current\nProcess Regarding the Environmental Impact Assessment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/importance-of-environmental-impact-assessment-eia-in-india\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Environmental_Impact_Assessment_in_Real-World_Scenario\"><\/span>Role of Environmental Impact Assessment in Real-World\nScenario<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As per UNEP, the EIA is a tool that helps\nin identifying the environmental, economic &amp; social impacts of a project\nbefore decision-making. It aims to forecast ecological impacts at an initial\nstage during project planning &amp; design, identify methods to minimize\nnegative impacts, outline projects to meet the local environment, and render\npredictions and alternatives to decision-makers. Environment Impact Assessment\ni.e., EIA is regulated by the Environment Protection Act, 1986,&nbsp;which\nentails numerous provisions on the EIA process and methodology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On March 12, 2020, the\nMinistry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) rolled out the new\ndraft Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) 2020. Numerous inputs have been\naccumulated from the general public on the draft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions have been put\nupfront, such as deduction in the period allocated for public hearings, the\nextended timeline for the compliance report&#8217;s submission, and the\nregularization of projects via &#8216;post-facto clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The government has given the assurance that it will put its best effort into ensuring the perfect balance the environmental and developmental concerns. As soon as the EIA is finalized, it is anticipated to incorporate numerous stakeholders&#8217; viewpoints in a balanced manner. What the primary objectives of EIA?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Objectives_of_Environment_Impact_Assessment\"><\/span>What are the Objectives of Environment Impact Assessment?\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-are-the-Objectives-of-Environment-Impact-Assessment.png\" alt=\"What are the Objectives of Environment Impact Assessment\" class=\"wp-image-26749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-are-the-Objectives-of-Environment-Impact-Assessment.png 900w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-are-the-Objectives-of-Environment-Impact-Assessment-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-are-the-Objectives-of-Environment-Impact-Assessment-768x333.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\"><\/span>Significance of Environmental Impact Assessment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Even though there is some irrationality in the process, Environment Impact Assessment has some measurable benefits that cannot be undermined. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It set-up a connection between environmental protection &amp; development so that either of them can be addressed simultaneously and together accomplish the objective of long-term growth.<\/li><li>Environment Impact Assessment renders a\nlegitimate framework for the project with reduced environmental damage.<\/li><li>EIA identifies the list of factors such as\ntechnological risks, excess cost related to ecological impact &amp; renders an\nextended period to address this before the projects start.<\/li><li>In light of the processes such as public hearing, it makes sure that individuals who are going to be influenced by the project must be engaged with the project&#8217;s affiliation process.<\/li><li>It provides economical methods to mitigate the impact of projects on the environment.<\/li><li>It helps in preventing natural calamities such as landslides and floods.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It promotes a good relationship between the government, developers, Environmentalist, and the people around them.<\/li><li>EIA helps minimize judiciary burdens, as many\nprojects can confront legal disputes in the absence of the proper study.<\/li><li>These advantages make this process imperative\nbefore the commencement of any project.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Public consultation is\none of the vital steps in the EIA process.&nbsp;\nThe aim of incorporating it is quite clear: Informing locals about the\nproject through the awareness programs provide them a chance to share the\nconcerns upfront, aid project handlers understand &amp; overcome local impact\nby discussing with people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Projected_Goals_under_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\"><\/span>Projected\nGoals under Environmental Impact Assessment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Fostering information regarding environment Impact assessment among the masses becomes essential today, and the government should put their best effort to initiate this.<\/li><li>Providing fiscal aid and human power during the evaluation is imperatives.<\/li><li>Providing excellent financial support and human power during the assessment is necessary.<\/li><li>The effort must be made to deploy the latest tech, such as Block chain Technology, for better outcomes.<\/li><li>Promoting equal participation of all people regardless of gender and class in decision-making will also be helpful.<\/li><li>The EIA barely looks like a theoretical paradigm that is far away from practicality. To counter this, we must make an effort to change stack holders and the government&#8217;s attitude so that everyone considered it seriously.<\/li><li>An autonomous National Environment Regulatory must be set up, and it should have ample power at its disposal to operate seamlessly.<\/li><li>A legit institution must be set-up similar to National Sample Survey Office&nbsp;(NSSO), and the aim of these institutions will be only to gather the legit data related to the <em><strong>environment<\/strong><\/em><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/simple.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Environment\"><em><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/sup>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Current_Process_Regarding_the_Environmental_Impact_Assessment\"><\/span>Current\nProcess Regarding the Environmental Impact Assessment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As per the EIA notification 2006, public\nconsultation is performed in two ways. First, written comments are put upfront\non the draft report from stakeholders. Second, a public hearing is organized at\nthe proposed project site.&nbsp;The process seems to have a lot of potential and\nit provides chances to address public complaints &amp; feedback.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, the process is compromised with\ngaps, making it entirely inefficient.&nbsp;&nbsp;One of the significant\ndownsides is that public consultation only comes into the picture when the\ndraft EIA report is prepared and ready for expert approval. Such protocols\nmitigate the significance of public feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Environmental\nImpact Assessment is a process of incorporating the environmental factors into\nproject planning &amp; decision-making to accomplish ecologically sustainable\ngrowth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EIA\npinpoints risk related to environment, reduces dispute by advocating community\ngathering, reduces negative environmental effects, inform decision-makers, and help\nin setting up the base for environmental-sound projects. However, it can be\nonly possible through the integration of sustainability of EIA theory and\nconcept. Many problems need to be resolved further if the notion is to be\ntranslated into real-world strategies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sustainability can provide EIA with crystal clear direction, an ethical foundation, a framework for setting up priorities, and method of linking EIA to environmental management instruments. Theoretically, EIA &amp; sustainability can be linked with minimal efforts if the framework refined, adaptive in nature, and connected to related initiatives. Sustainability must find its way into EIA legislation, guidelines, and institutional arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/environmental-and-healthcare-sector-under-an-ngo\/\">An Outlook on Environmental and Healthcare Sector under an NGO<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Environmental Impact Assessment (aka EIA) is the process of estimating the probable environment impact of a proposed development or project, considering cultural and human-health impacts, inter-related socio-economic, both beneficial &amp; adverse. In this blog, we would delve deeper into the significance of the Environmental Impact Assessment and explain it in brief. 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