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COMPARISON OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT LEGISLATION IN THE COUNTRIES OF EASTERN EUROPE

Martina Zeleňáková

First published: 2011-06-20https://doi.org/10.5593/sgem2011/s24.101View metrics

Abstract

The process of Environmental impact assessmen t (EIA) is successfully applied as a tool for environmental planning and environmental policy in many countries worldwide. It is generally accepted that the environment has three inter-dependent components: economic, socio-political and natural. C onsequently, integrated environmental assessment and management coupled with su stainable development is critical, and in order to achieve this goal, effective guidelines and implementable legislation are necessary. EIA legislation differs from country to country. This paper evaluates and compares the effectiveness of the Environmental impact assessment legislation by using the evaluation criteria. The alignment of EI A systems in the east European region could enhance regional sustainable development if managed using similar approaches. This evaluation aims to determine whether an y further amendments and guidelines are necessary to improve the effectiveness of these countries' EIA systems using the comparative criteria.

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Title
COMPARISON OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT LEGISLATION IN THE COUNTRIES OF EASTERN EUROPE
Authors
Martina Zeleňáková
Proceedings
SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference EXPO Proceedings; SGEM2011 11th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference
Publisher
Stef92 Technology
Year
2011
Pages
Not available yet
ISSN
1314-2704
ISBN
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Language
en
Publication type
Conference Paper
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