Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Hydropower Projects
Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Hydropower Projects

Author: Robert Zwahlen

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-01-03

Total Pages: 631

ISBN-13: 3030911853

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This book describes the entire process of environmental impact assessment for hydropower and dam projects, not from a legal or regulatory point of view, but from a very applied one, based mainly on the personal experience of the author, who is involved in this field of work since over 40 years, by describing the different steps of such an assessment, covering all major aspects to be dealt with. The focus is on environmental issues, while the other main subject—social impacts—is mentioned here only briefly. It will be of interest not only for ESIA (Environmental and Social Impact Assessment) practitioners, be they consultants involved in the preparation of such studies or staff members of environmental protection agencies having to come to decisions based on them, but also for engineers and planners involved in such projects, developers, and people interested in questions related to energy, environment, and climate change. Overall, this book aims at contributing to put the discussion about hydropower and dam projects on a more objective level.

Routledge Handbook of Environmental Impact Assessment
Routledge Handbook of Environmental Impact Assessment

Author: Kevin Hanna

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2022-04-10

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1000571408

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Globally, environmental impact assessment (EIA) is one of the most enduring and influential environmental management tools. This handbook provides readers with a strong foundation for understanding the practice of EIA, by outlining the different types of assessment while also providing a guide to best practice. This collection deploys a research and practice-based approach to the subject, delivering an overview of EIA as an essential and practical tool of environmental protection, planning, and policy. To best understand the most pertinent issues and challenges surrounding EIA today, this volume draws together prominent researchers, practitioners, and young scholars who share their work and knowledge to cover two key parts. The first part introduces EIA processes and best practices through analytical and critical chapters on the stages/elements of the EIA process and different components and forms of assessment. These provide examples that cover a wide range of assessment methods and cross-cutting issues, including cumulative effects assessment, social impact assessment, Indigenous-led assessment, risk assessment, climate change, and gender-based assessment. The second part provides jurisdictional reviews of the European Union, the US National Environmental Policy Act, recent assessment reforms in Canada, EIA in developing economies, and the EIA context in England. By providing a concise outline of the process followed by in-depth illustrations of approaches, methods and tools, and case studies, this book will be essential for students, scholars, and practitioners of environmental impact assessment.

A Practical Guide to Construction of Hydropower Facilities
A Practical Guide to Construction of Hydropower Facilities

Author: Suchintya Kumar Sur

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2019-03-18

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 1351233262

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This book deals with the narratives of water to watt, which includes elementary conceptual design, modern planning, scheduling and monitoring systems, and extensive pre- and post-investigations pertaining to hydropower facilities. It also includes explorations to ensure aspects of dam safety evaluation, effective contract management, specialized construction management techniques, and preferred material and equipment handling systems. Special emphasis is placed upon health, safety, environmental, and risk management concepts. The book discusses a standard QA/QC system to measure and assure quality and an environmental impact assessment to reach the set target in the stipulated timeline within the approved budget. Key Features: Offers comprehensive coverage of hydro-structures and practical coverage from an industry perspective Helps readers understand complexity involved in large-scale interdisciplinary projects Provides good insights on building procedures, precautions, and project management Includes project planning, construction management and hydropower technology, QA/QC, HSE, and statutory requirements Illustrates how to integrate good constructability/buildability into good design for the best monetary value

Environmental Impact Assessment
Environmental Impact Assessment

Author: R R Barthwal

Publisher: New Age International

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9788122413571

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Metals And Metalloids Are Ubiquitous Environmental Constituent And Cannot Be Broken Down To Non-Toxic Forms By The Biological System. Once The Ecosystem Is Contaminated With Them, They Remain As A Potential Hazard To Human Health For Many Years. Heavy Metals Are Particularly Important In This Respect. This Book, Which Is A Part Of Man And Environment Series, Discusses Diverse Issues Relating To Heavy Metals And Environmental And Human Health Problems.

Handbook of Environmental Impact Assessment
Handbook of Environmental Impact Assessment

Author: Fonseca, Alberto

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2022-09-08

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 1800379633

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Reviewing over 50 years of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) policy-making and implementation around the world, this thought-provoking Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the current research surrounding EIA. Presenting new trends in law and policy-making, it highlights best practices in the application of technology to impact prediction and management, procedural efficiency, decision-making and public participation.