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Hydro - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Introduction
An environmental impact assessment (EIA) is an assessment of the possible impact - positive or negative - that a proposed project may have on the environment, considering natural, social and economic aspects. The purpose of the assessment is to ensure that decision makers consider the ensuing environmental impacts to decide whether to proceed with the project.
Environmental Impacts of Small Hydro Power Projects
EIA Resources on the Web
EIA in the European Commission
EIA in a Transboundary Context - Espoo Convention
Environmental Assessment by the World Bank
Environmental Assessment by the Asian Development Bank
