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Environmental Impact Studies and Regional Planning

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ENG-474: Environmental impact assesment

Présentation des bases des études d'impact, du contexte et des outils d'évaluation de chacun des sujets et des chapitres. Illustration par de nombreux cas réels, et par un travail de groupe. Discussion des limites des EIE et des nouveaux outils tels que le ...

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This lecture covers the limitations of Environmental Impact Studies (EIE), the presentation of Environmental Effects Studies (EES), and regional planning. It discusses topics such as the verification of project compliance with regulations, the content of EIE chapters, the importance of allocation plans, and the assessment of natural hazards. The lecture also delves into the production of hazard maps, risk assessments, and the establishment of hazard mapping. Additionally, it explores the impact of various hazards like water, landslides, falling rocks, and floods on construction projects, emphasizing the need for risk assessment and mitigation measures. The importance of EIE as a communication tool to ensure environmental compliance, define protective measures, and restore the initial state post-project is highlighted.

Instructor

Félix Schmidt

Teaching & PhD Courses Environmental impact assesment ENG-474 Presentation of the bases of the environmental impact assesment (EIA), context. Assesment methodology and tools for each of the topics and chapters. Illustration with many real cases, and group work. Discussion of the limitations of EIA and new tools such as strategic environmental studies.

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