Assessment Methodology for the Environmental Impact of Water Resource Projects - Scholar's Choice Edition

Assessment Methodology for the Environmental Impact of Water Resource Projects - Scholar's Choice Edition

Author: U S Environmental Protection Agency

Publisher: Scholar's Choice

Published: 2015-02-16

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 9781296045913

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Environmental Impact of Water Resource Projects

Environmental Impact of Water Resource Projects

Author: Larry W. Canter

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-01-18

Total Pages: 403

ISBN-13: 135108870X

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This book discusses the environmental impact of water resources projects. Information from literature related to the implementation of studies on water resources projects such as dams and reservoirs, channelization, and dredging are summarized. Other topics covered are methodologies, transport, and decision-making.


Environmental Impact Assessment for Water Resources Projects

Environmental Impact Assessment for Water Resources Projects

Author: Mahadesh C. Tumkur

Publisher:

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13:

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This thesis presents a state of the art review of environmental impact assessment procedures utilised in the water resources projects which have evolved over the past two decades. The methodologies employed and some of their limitations which exist and are inherent in both the planning and assessment phases of analysis are identified. The above was supplemented by an investigation of the various views of professionals currently employing the above methodologies. The review effort summarizes the relevant information obtained from the literature which is rather dynamic because of the ever evolving nature of the field. One conclusion drawn from this study is that the recent changes in water planning guidelines are but a pragmatic adaptation to the way planning actually takes place and that multiobjective methods will continue to play a role. Among suggestions offered by this author, in the case of analytical methods are needs for adapting more to the new institutional environment and for greater usage of conflict management techniques. It is believed that some of the recommendations in this thesis would serve to strengthen the process and the projects developed as part of the assessment program.


Using Risk Analysis for Flood Protection Assessment

Using Risk Analysis for Flood Protection Assessment

Author: Martina Zeleňáková

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-02-07

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 3319521500

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This book explores the benefits of using risk analysis techniques in the evaluation of flood protection structures, and examines the results of the environmental impact assessment for selected planned flood protection projects. The objective of the book is to propose a methodology for environmental impact assessment in water management. In more detail, flood mitigation measures are investigated with the aim of selecting the best option for the approval process. This methodology is intended to streamline the process of environmental impact assessment for structures in the field of the water management. The book’s environmental impact assessment system for water management structures analyzes the respective risks for different options. The results are intended to support the selection of future projects that pose minimum risks to the environment. Comparison of alternatives and designation of the optimal variant are implemented on the basis of selected criteria that objectively describe the characteristics of the planned alternatives and their respective impacts on the environment. The proposed Guideline for environmental impact assessment of flood protection objects employs multi-parametric risk analysis, a method intended to not only enhance the transparency and sensitivity of the evaluation process, but also successfully addresses the requirements of environmental impact assessment systems in the European Union. These modifications are intended to improve the outcomes of the environmental impact assessment, but may also be applied to other infrastructure projects. The case study proves that the primary aim – to improve transparency and minimize subjectivity in the environmental impact assessment process specific to flood protection structure projects – is met for the planned project in Kružlov, Slovakia.