IAIA20 Submitted Paper & Presentation Abstracts

Following is a list of IAIA20 Annual Conference paper & presentation abstracts.

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Total Abstracts 599

  • Federal-Provincial Cooperation in Impact Assessment in Canada

     

    Abstract ID# 1099

    Presenting Author: Brenna  MacNeil

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strengthening IA through inter-governmental cooperation

    Summary Statement: Putting federal-provincial cooperation in impact assessment into practice in Canada: tools, approach and case studies.

     

  • HIA in Mauritius: A case study fuelled by stakeholder engagement data

     

    Abstract ID# 1015

    Presenting Author: Meelan  Thondoo

    Coauthor(s):  De Vries Daniel  Mark   Nieuwenhuijsen    

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The importance of using stakeholder engagement data in building HIA frameworks cannot be undermined. Our study presents the opportunities and challenges for stakeholder engagement in Africa.

     

  • Moderating political policies and governance impacts social structures

     

    Abstract ID# 1610

    Presenting Author: Siva Durga Prasad  Mallula

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: This is a qualitative study conducted on the moderating policies taking place in the state of Andhra Pradesh (AP) with respect to health, education and services etc.

     

  • SEA changes in regional planning in Chile.

     

    Abstract ID# 1149

    Presenting Author: Patricia  Gutierrez

    Coauthor(s):  Kay Bergamini       

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: From 2010, both the SEA and the regional plans were implemented, which presented changes especially in the regulatory framework, which intersects with different approaches at national level.

     

  • : Foraminifera as indicators of ecological quality for marine mining EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1603

    Presenting Author: Bryan  O'Malley

    Coauthor(s):  Patrick Schwing       

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: This presentation focuses on foraminifera as cost-efficient bioindicators of environmental change. It also introduces the AZTI marine biotic index as a standardized metric for monitoring eco

     

  • A Biodiversity Risk Screening framework for Solar and Wind energy projects

     

    Abstract ID# 993

    Presenting Author: Giulia  Carbone

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Catch the worm! Early biodiversity risk screening for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: A system for biodiversity risk screening at the early stage of the development of solar and wind projects.

     

  • A Case of GIS Application in Transmission Line ESIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1317

    Presenting Author: William  Amelorku

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: The deployment of the applications of GIS and remote sensing as a tool in Impact Assessment is saving practitioners time and cost, especially, in large linear project spanning various region

     

  • A Comparative Study on Biodiversity Offsets in Airport Development Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1219

    Presenting Author: Keisuke  GOTO

    Coauthor(s):  Asahi ABE  Yuki   INOUE   Akira TANAKA  

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: The study suggests an implementation method of biodiversity offsets for countries seeking to introduce the system through examining airport development projects conducted in four countries.

     

  • A Comparison of EIA Systems in Caribbean Countries

     

    Abstract ID# 1343

    Presenting Author: Fabiola   Jaldin

    Coauthor(s):  Shakil Ferdausi  Ernesto   Sanchez-Triana   Martin Ochoa  

    Preferred Session: Reform of EsIA implementation for greater efficiency and effectiveness

    Summary Statement: Comparative analysis of EIA Systems adopted by selected Caribbean countries to understand differences in roles and responsibilities of project proponents, authorities, and community’s consul

     

  • A comparison of SIA between company and community in the amazon region

     

    Abstract ID# 741

    Presenting Author: Jacques  Demajorovic

    Coauthor(s):  Antonio Aledo   Gisela   Gerotto   Viviane Pisano   AnaLucia Santiago

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Results of a SIA undertaken in the Amazonian region on the world greatest iron mine are showed to compare perceptions of the social impacts between the company and community views.

     

  • A framework for assessing the social and environmental impacts of disasters

     

    Abstract ID# 854

    Presenting Author: Stephen  Edwards

    Coauthor(s):  Luis Sanchez       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: We propose a systematic framework to facilitate the post-disaster collection and analysis of essential data and information related to social and environmental impacts from disasters.

     

  • A framework to assess benefits of EIA in a sustainable development context

     

    Abstract ID# 757

    Presenting Author: Claudine  Roos

    Coauthor(s):  Alan Bond  Reece   Alberts   Cilliers Dirk   Francois Retief

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Paper proposing a framework for evaluating benefits of EIA to different stakeholders

     

  • A Learning and Doing Landscape: IFC and CAO share reflections

     

    Abstract ID# 1090

    Presenting Author: Gina  Barbieri

    Coauthor(s):  Osvaldo Gratacos  Shaza   Zeinelabdin    

    Preferred Session: IFIs and adoption of lessons learned through their accountability functions

    Summary Statement: CAO and IFC representatives will discuss how lessons learnt through the handling of environmental and social complaints have contributed to raising awareness of specific issues related to as

     

  • A review of the inclusion of health in current impact assessment practice

     

    Abstract ID# 1046

    Presenting Author: Dominik  Dietler

    Coauthor(s):  Andrea Farnham  Fritz   Brugger   Mirko Winkler  

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: A review shed light on the intransparency and the negligence of health in the impact assessment process. To unfold its full potential health needs to be understood more holistically.

     

  • A review of the inclusion of health in economic assessment/evaluation pract

     

    Abstract ID# 1421

    Presenting Author: Raogo Hyacinthe  ZABRE

    Coauthor(s):  Mirko Winkler  Andrea   Farnham    

    Preferred Session: Economic impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Findings of a systematic scoping review reveal that economic impact assessments are rarely conducted in the context of large infrastructure projects, which holds particularly true for Africa

     

  • A Social Impact Assessment Practitioner is greater than an SIA protocol

     

    Abstract ID# 1593

    Presenting Author: Dr. Ratika   Thakur

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment practitioners as change agents?

    Summary Statement: An SIA professional is the soul of a development project, who guides the way for holistic implementation of the process and ideally mitigates negative impacts and disparity whatsoever. The n

     

  • A story of how co-design made social issues matter

     

    Abstract ID# 1204

    Presenting Author: Sara  Bice

    Coauthor(s):  Kirsty Jones  Kirsty   O'Connell    

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: When project financing, politics or numbers consistently take precedence, what can be done? Some Aussies are now co-designing frameworks and standards. And it’s working!

     

  • A Study on Methodology for Detecting Damaged Areas

     

    Abstract ID# 1009

    Presenting Author: KYUNGIL  LEE

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: This study derives the status of ecological damage by using pre-established spatial & thematic data such as land cover map to suggest a methodology for constructing Data Base by type of dama

     

  • A systematic review of wildfire impact assessment studies in Portugal

     

    Abstract ID# 1393

    Presenting Author: Renata  Martins Pacheco

    Coauthor(s):  João Claro       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: This systematic review aims to identify the main wildfire impacts in Portugal to help in valuing the environmental damages and in better directing fire management actions.

     

  • A unique approach to Strategic Environmental Assessment in Scotland

     

    Abstract ID# 968

    Presenting Author: Elaine   McCall

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: Scotland’s unique approach to Strategic Environmental Assessment and the role of Scottish Government in-house specialists in supporting consistent and proportionate assessment processes.

     

  • Accountability and transparency for impacts during disasters and conflicts

     

    Abstract ID# 1367

    Presenting Author: Janis  Shandro

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: This presentation provides an over-view of several case studies. The need for greater accountability and transparency for impacts is discussed.

     

  • Accounting for impacts in Disaster Risk Assessment methodologies

     

    Abstract ID# 1138

    Presenting Author: Emdad  HAQUE

    Coauthor(s):  M. A. K. Azad       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: A comprehensive disaster risk assessment framework consists of hazard dimension, vulnerability, and community evaluation - with examples from coastal Bangladesh - is proposed.

     

  • Achieving Deep Decarbonization Through Law in New York and the Role of IA

     

    Abstract ID# 759

    Presenting Author: Michael  Gerrard

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: A new book, Legal Pathways to Deep Decarbonization in the U.S., makes more than 1500 recommendations. This talk will discuss how these can be used in implementing New York’s new climate law.

     

  • Achieving meaningful public participation: Ten key principles

     

    Abstract ID# 1087

    Presenting Author: John  Sinclair

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: In this presentation I offer ten key principles of meaningful participation that if adopted as a package could help us to achieve the next generation of participation in IA.

     

  • Action for sustainability through community-based environmental assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 924

    Presenting Author: Rajib  Biswal

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Next generation community-based environmental assessment is community driven that intends to capture a local vision of sustainability to steer decision-making towards sustainable solutions.

     

  • Adapting Impact Review Processes while Implementing Covid-19 Protocols

     

    Abstract ID# 1574

    Presenting Author: Karen  Costello

    Coauthor(s):  Teresa Meadows  Mark   Ings    

    Preferred Session: Consultation in the time of COVID19

    Summary Statement: The NIRB continues to look for improvements to its process in response to changing public health measures while fulfilling its mandate.

     

  • Adaptive EHS Management in Infrastructure Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1285

    Presenting Author: Robert  Montgomery

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: Various approaches and examples of adaptive EHS management in infrastructure projects from international infrastructure projects are presented, and an decision making process.

     

  • ADB’s approach to ensuring sustainable infrastructure pipelines

     

    Abstract ID# 862

    Presenting Author: Mark  Kunzer

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Building sustainable project pipelines in infrastructure finance

    Summary Statement: ADB's ex ante framework drives it's project selection and screening to ensure sustainability in its infrastructure portfolio

     

  • Additionality and mitigation hierarchy in the Environmental Impact Studies

     

    Abstract ID# 1049

    Presenting Author: Vicente  Gonzalez López

    Coauthor(s):  Jesús Carrasco  Mercedes   Gil del Pozo   José Ramón Molina   Borja Alvarez Enriquez Angel Salinas de Ugarte

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: The ecosystem services approach brings us the opportunity to incorporate a new vision for residual impact that could help to improve the additionality concept.

     

  • Addressing habitat fragmentation and connectivity in EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1321

    Presenting Author: Mihai  Coroi

    Coauthor(s):  Ben O'Hickey  Matthew   Hanson   Laura Kor  

    Preferred Session: Prioritizing landscape connectivity in environmental impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Review of habitat fragmentation and connectivity in UK and international EIAs. UK project case study involving a quantitative assessment of fragmentation and connectivity.

     

  • Addressing health in the EU Environmental Assessment Directive.

     

    Abstract ID# 910

    Presenting Author: Piedad  Martín-Olmedo

    Coauthor(s):  Ben Cave  Julia   Nowacki   IAIA Health Section   EUPHA HIA Section

    Preferred Session: Smartening health and well-being in IA: From policies to projects

    Summary Statement: How can a smart consideration of human health meet the requirements of the EU Environmental Impact Assessment Directive? We present a new reference document for health in EIA.

     

  • Addressing the Electricity Gap in the Rural Areas of Papua New Guinea

     

    Abstract ID# 944

    Presenting Author: Francis  Sakato

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The PNG Government aims to increase electricity access to 70% by 2030. A practical way forward is through off-grid renewable energy solutions and empowering local participation.

     

  • Agreement: Conflict Resolution through Cañafisto and Soto Norte IA

     

    Abstract ID# 1474

    Presenting Author: Guillermo  Castaño

    Coauthor(s):  Yaddy H. Ruiz  Andres   Amaya    

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Lets talk benefits: the Cañafisto and Soto Norte projects IA propose innovative solutions to historical territory conflicts.

     

  • Amy Newsock, The Nature Conservancy, USA

     

    Abstract ID# 1521

    Presenting Author: Amy  Newsock

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strategic Planning for Hydropower with Environmental and Social Values

    Summary Statement: This presentation will illustrate the value of looking at the energy sector at a systems-level to create benefits for energy, nature, and people

     

  • Amy Sexton

     

    Abstract ID# 1062

    Presenting Author: Amy  Sexton

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Emerging issues in ESG risk management

    Summary Statement: Amy Sexton is an independent social performance consultant based in Berlin, with a focus on ESIA development, due diligence and monitoring of natural resources projects.

     

  • An ASEAN approach to EIA and access to information

     

    Abstract ID# 1022

    Presenting Author: Matthew  Baird

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Using open EIA reporting to drive accountable and transparent governance

    Summary Statement: Access to information forms a key precondition for meaningful public participation in EIA and effective construction, operation and management of major projects. This paper will examine the

     

  • An effective connection between EIA and pollutant discharge permit in China

     

    Abstract ID# 868

    Presenting Author: LIZHI  XIE

    Coauthor(s):  WENJIN YANG       

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: An effective connection between EIA and PDP will form a whole-life cycle management model of projects,achieve the return of corporate main responsibility to promote environmental protection.

     

  • An inclusive technique for preliminary pipeline route selection in THAILAND

     

    Abstract ID# 1061

    Presenting Author: WORAWUT  HAMARN

    Coauthor(s):  ANAK KARNPISIT  JATURONG   SAENSORN   THANAPA INDRAKAMHAENG   DONNAPA JITTADEJCHAIYAPATH

    Preferred Session: How does EIA influence decision making in the oil and gas sector?

    Summary Statement: Inclusive technique by integration of MCA and BPEO, lesson learned from Thailand, is verified as an effective tool for decision making of preliminary natural gas transmission pipeline route.

     

  • Analysis of Algae Problem in Dam Reservoir through Dam Operation

     

    Abstract ID# 1185

    Presenting Author: Ji Won  Kim

    Coauthor(s):  Sang Chul Hwang  Seung Jae   Lee   Min Su Bum   Jungkyu Choi

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: In this study the dam operation based on selective middle-layer discharge from the time of concentrated rainfall was the most effective for water quality management.

     

  • Anticipating and managing the growth and impact of the oil sector Suriname

     

    Abstract ID# 1369

    Presenting Author: Quan  Tjon-Akon

    Coauthor(s):  Farzia Hausil       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: The Oil Sector in Suriname provides a good challenge to test the concept of SEA for Suriname and this needs to be explored through consultation, cooperation and pilots.

     

  • Applicability of integrating modeling to environmental impact assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 747

    Presenting Author: Kiichiro  Hayashi

    Coauthor(s):  Ferdinando Villa  stefano   balbi    

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: The applicability of Integrating modeling tool, k.LAB under ARIES to EIA is discussed.

     

  • application of EIA approval system for national wide construction projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1240

    Presenting Author: chen  aizhong

    Coauthor(s):  wu baojian  lv   wei   qi shuo  

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: EIA approval Information system is convenient for enterprises to apply for EIA permit and improve work efficiency

     

  • Applying the tools & lessons learned from oil spills to deep sea mining EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1565

    Presenting Author: Patrick  Schwing

    Coauthor(s):  Bryan O'Malley  Rebekka   Larson   Gregg Brooks  

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: This presentation will identify key lessons learned, tools developed, and existing working groups from deepwater petroleum exploration beneficial for deepwater mining implementation.

     

  • Are biodiversity offsets removing nearby nature in Western Australia?

     

    Abstract ID# 1063

    Presenting Author: Hanna  Kalliolevo

    Coauthor(s):  Ascelin Gordon  Roshan   Sharma   Sarah Bekessy  

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: Offsets may move nature far from the original site. We studied the spatial redistribution of nature and its implications to local people especially in urban areas.

     

  • Arend Kolhoff, NCEA, The Netherlands

     

    Abstract ID# 1523

    Presenting Author: Arend  Kolhoff

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strategic Planning for Hydropower with Environmental and Social Values

    Summary Statement: This presentation will showcase Strategic Environmental Assessments around the world and their value towards planning for hydropower development.

     

  • Aspect of Human Rights and Governance

     

    Abstract ID# 927

    Presenting Author: SOPHORN  SEK

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: The session covers state of human rights recognition and how the state mechanism applies the HR instruments and how other actors including social workers and the displaced work together

     

  • Aspects of public consultation for new energy projects in Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 879

    Presenting Author: GISELA  MELLO

    Coauthor(s):  Marta Dias  Margarita   Robaina    

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: The public consultation is part of the implementation process for new infrastructure energy projects in Brazil. Based on consultation sheets this paper summarizes the main questions raised b

     

  • Assessing and Managing Social Cumulative Impacts in Canada

     

    Abstract ID# 941

    Presenting Author: Lauren  Arnold

    Coauthor(s):  Kevin Hanna  Bram   Noble    

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: This talk will describe the issue of social cumulative impacts, its relevance to Indigenous peoples, and the challenges and opportunities for management in the Canadian context

     

  • Assessing and Managing the Impacts of Mega Corridor Developments – Kenya

     

    Abstract ID# 955

    Presenting Author: Lucy  Waruingi

    Coauthor(s):  Tobias Nyumba       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment of large-scale linear infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: In-sights into the efficacy of the application of environmental assessment methods and procedures in practice into significant corridor developments in Kenya

     

  • Assessing impacts on Indigenous well-being and way of life

     

    Abstract ID# 1392

    Presenting Author: Mark  Cliffe-Phillips

    Coauthor(s):  Kate Mansfield  Amanda   Annand    

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: The impact assessment process in the Northwest Territories is a holistic approach rooted in indigenous values and ways of knowing and this paper gives practical examples from recent IA's.

     

  • Assessing mining impacts on native vegetation

     

    Abstract ID# 783

    Presenting Author: Juliana  Siqueira-Gay

    Coauthor(s):  Luis Sánchez       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: A review of four ESIAs of mining projects attending IFC standards to gauge how cumulative impacts on native vegetation are addressed found that regional landscape analysis is overlooked

     

  • Assessing regional health and income disparities: a case study of Queenslan

     

    Abstract ID# 1469

    Presenting Author: Galina  Williams

    Coauthor(s):  Jayanath Ananda       

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The purpose of this research is to assess the regional differences in socio-economic indicators using key economic, social and health drivers.

     

  • Assessing the inclusion of ecological connectivity in EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 986

    Presenting Author: Charla  Patterson

    Coauthor(s):  Jochen Jaeger       

    Preferred Session: Prioritizing landscape connectivity in environmental impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This project assesses the inclusion of ecological connectivity within the EA process, identifies and characterizes existing performance gaps, and highlights an urgent need for improvement.

     

  • Assessing the quality of Romania's environmental impact assessment reports

     

    Abstract ID# 1555

    Presenting Author: Constantina-Alina  Hossu

    Coauthor(s):  Cristina-Gabriela Mitincu  Andreea   Nita    

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Our study evaluates the quality of EIARs in Romania and suggest ways to address their main shortcomings in order to enhance policy decisions regarding the environment.

     

  • Assessment of Community Health and wellbeing by Incorporating traditional k

     

    Abstract ID# 1492

    Presenting Author: Geetha  Ramesh

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Incorporating Indigenous knowledge into health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Effective engagement with Indigenous community helped interpret traditional knowledge which played a key role in drafting biomonitoring plans and selecting receptors for bioaccumulation assessment and the analysis of country food.

     

  • Assessment of Pressure Vessel Manufacturing for Mobile Hydrogen Storage

     

    Abstract ID# 1226

    Presenting Author: Jan  Bitter

    Coauthor(s):  Daniela Janssen  Frank   Hees    

    Preferred Session: Effectiveness of the EIA of transport in the dawn of Anthropocene

    Summary Statement: The sustainability of multifilament-wound carbon fiber reinforced composite high-pressure vessels for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles is assessed to uncover potentials for sustainable mobility.

     

  • Assessment of the total sea level rise impact on the peoples of Oceania

     

    Abstract ID# 964

    Presenting Author: Audrius  SabÅ«nas

    Coauthor(s):  Nobuhito Mori       

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: This study aims to cover and emphasize the cultural impacts that climate change may have on island nations in Oceania.

     

  • ‘Passing the Baton’: Developing E&S skills for Early Careers Profession

     

    Abstract ID# 1098

    Presenting Author: Gemma   Holdsworth

    Coauthor(s):  Pete Gabriel       

    Preferred Session: Smartening E&S skills in international finance

    Summary Statement: Session focused on the future of educating E&S professionals in international finance, focusing on technological innovation, responsibilities for teaching, and timing of targeted learning.

     

  • ¿Genera mayores beneficios la participación vinculante en el SEA?

     

    Abstract ID# 1135

    Presenting Author: ARTURO  FARIAS

    Coauthor(s):  GENOVEVA RAZETO       

    Preferred Session: Riesgos y vulnerabilidades (CONEIA - Spanish submissions only)

    Summary Statement: Este documento expone, si el conflicto ambiental se resuelve cambiando el modelo de gobernanza de manera que se incorpore la participación ciudadana vinculante.

     

  • Balancing wind power and other sustainability aspects in Swedish governance

     

    Abstract ID# 1612

    Presenting Author: Vincent  Wretling

    Coauthor(s):  Berit Balfors  Deepa   Manolan Kandy   Ulla Mörtberg  

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: This REWIND research paper aims to identify which sustainability aspects that wind power is balanced against and to analyse how this is handled in Swedish wind power planning and permitting.

     

  • Barriers to cross: working with landscape connectivity in practice

     

    Abstract ID# 1016

    Presenting Author: Jo  Treweek

    Coauthor(s):  Conrad Savy       

    Preferred Session: Prioritizing landscape connectivity in environmental impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Sustaining biodiversity depends critically on landscape connectivity but it is poorly addressed in EIA. Practical experiences and challenges will be reviewed and success factors identified.

     

  • Beginning with the end in mind… in a multi-stakeholder cooperation contex

     

    Abstract ID# 1042

    Presenting Author: Virginia  del Río

    Coauthor(s):  Juan Requejo  Javier   Blázquez    

    Preferred Session: Beginning with the end in mind

    Summary Statement: Europe requires a new way of mining from the cradle (exploration) to the grave (mining closure) based on the approach of territorial development of mining areas from endogenous resources

     

  • Benefit sharing between hydropower plants and protected areas in Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1125

    Presenting Author: Marco Aurélio  Dos Santos

    Coauthor(s):  Orleno Marques da Silva Junior       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: The article will show the possibilities of benefit sharing between hydroelectric plants and protected areas in the Brazilian Amazon. Some suggestions for instruments to be adopted will be pr

     

  • Benefit-sharing in Urban Displacement and Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 1069

    Presenting Author: Dolores  Koenig

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses strategies for sharing the benefits of infrastructure development with the displaced in urban areas, where activism has been key in increasing compensation and benefits.

     

  • Benefits of green infrastructure in dynamic, long-term adaptation planning

     

    Abstract ID# 1470

    Presenting Author: Jung Hee  Hyun

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impacts and Adaptation

    Summary Statement: Develop a planning model that can determine a pareto of optimal plans to maximize the multi-sector benefits including grey and green technologies scale by using an optimization approach.

     

  • Benefits of strategic planning for hydropower for the private sector

     

    Abstract ID# 1205

    Presenting Author: Aida  Khalil Gomez

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strategic Planning for Hydropower with Environmental and Social Values

    Summary Statement: This paper/presentation provides an overview of the strategic planning benefits for the private sector development of hydropower projects, and challenges in its absence.

     

  • Benefits Sharing in the Energy Sector in Kenya

     

    Abstract ID# 1354

    Presenting Author: Edward  Ontita

    Coauthor(s):  Lilian Kahindo       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: This paper delves into the governance of benefits sharing structures in the energy sector in Kenya. The structures are skewed against affected community members and require improvement.

     

  • Best practices implemented in the EIA process in Peru

     

    Abstract ID# 1096

    Presenting Author: Yanina   Ramirez

    Coauthor(s):  Celia Cáceres  David   Guerrero   Marielena Lucen  

    Preferred Session: General best practice principles for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: We present the main advances in the application of the principles of environmental impact assessment proposed by the IAIA to the Peruvian context and the opportunities to improve.

     

  • Between Scylla & Charybdis: reconciling requirements, restoring livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 1161

    Presenting Author: Olga   Skotareva

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: How to reconcile requirements of national regulations and expectations of international lenders when restoring livelihoods? Let’s explore challenges and practical solutions.

     

  • Beyond EIA–Practicality in Sustainable Development:Renewable Energy Insig

     

    Abstract ID# 767

    Presenting Author: Rebecca   Thomas

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: Showcase of practical and meaningful initiatives stemming from the EIA process–driven by the developer, the practitioner and stakeholders working together for the benefit of the environment.

     

  • Beyond fragment connectivity in offset planning

     

    Abstract ID# 1101

    Presenting Author: Luis  Sánchez

    Coauthor(s):  Juliana Siqueira-Gay  Bárbara   Souza    

    Preferred Session: Prioritizing landscape connectivity in environmental impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Regional landscape analysis of offsets implemented in a mine project shows the contribution of jointly considering connectivity alongside biodiversity metrics.

     

  • BIODIVERSITY AND DEVELOPMENT: STRIKING A BALANCE IN NIGERIA

     

    Abstract ID# 787

    Presenting Author: Joseph  Akpokodje

    Coauthor(s):  Adeolu Ojo       

    Preferred Session: Catch the worm! Early biodiversity risk screening for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The presence of Hippos in the DKIS Area is a major threat to the success of the World Bank Assisted Irrigation Project. This paper is on ensuring hippos and the project coexist.

     

  • Biodiversity Conservation as a Key Component in Hydropower Development

     

    Abstract ID# 1338

    Presenting Author: Pablo  Cardinale

    Coauthor(s):  Leeanne Alonso  Kate   Lazarus    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guideline for wildlife-friendly renewable energies

    Summary Statement: International Finance Corporation (IFC) discusses projects showcasing how it is walking-the-talk to meet PS6 in Hydroelectric Power development and financing.

     

  • Biodiversity Measurement Approaches and the incorporation of biodiversity i

     

    Abstract ID# 1418

    Presenting Author: KATIA  GARCIA

    Coauthor(s):  Denise Matos  Luciana   Paz    

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: Biodiversity Measurement Approaches and the incorporation of biodiversity issues in the Long Term Planning in the Eletricity Sector in Brazil

     

  • Biodiversity Offsets - European Perspectives and Developments

     

    Abstract ID# 740

    Presenting Author: Wolfgang  Wende

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: This presentation offers insights into current debates on biodiversity offsets policies at the EU level, with outlining theoretical/practical principles and the latest political development.

     

  • BIODIVERSITY VALUE IN ALGORITHM: AN ACCOUNTING METHODOLOGY FOR OFFSETING

     

    Abstract ID# 1117

    Presenting Author: Cecilia  Amosso

    Coauthor(s):  Roberto Mezzalama  Kyle   Knopff   Massimo Dragan   Beyza Kozak Michele Fernetti

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: An innovative approach to calculate residual biodiversity losses and gains generated by offsets. Particularly useful to evaluate multiple key biodiversity features and linear infrastructures

     

  • Bird species scoping for offshore wind farm Cumulative Effects Assessments

     

    Abstract ID# 877

    Presenting Author: Rebecca  Hall

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: What bird species are assessed cumulatively at offshore windfarms? A wide range of species should be assessed for a consistent strategic approach to ensure cumulative impacts aren’t missed.

     

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    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: How can an IA practitioner influence decisions in the oil and gas industry?

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    Abstract ID# 76

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Hits of the 21st Century (thus far) for smartening impact assessment

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    Abstract ID# 79

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Toward an IAIA special publication on independence in IA

    Summary Statement:

     

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    Abstract ID# 78

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The contribution of impact assessment to achieving the SDGs

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    Abstract ID# 77

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Global benefits, local impacts: Social performance of renewable energy

    Summary Statement:

     

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    Abstract ID# 73

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: IA and climate change actions and next steps: IAIA20 Seville

    Summary Statement:

     

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    Abstract ID# 72

    Presenting Author: Jen  Howell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Aashukan continues: Envisioning Indigenous capacity and engagement in IA

    Summary Statement:

     

  • Brazilian Electricity Sector and Indigenous Communities: Good Practices

     

    Abstract ID# 1422

    Presenting Author: Luciana  Paz

    Coauthor(s):  Eliana Granado  Niviene   Maciel   Marlene Curtis   Pedro Garcia Jorge Nascimento

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: This article will present good practices from indigenous programs implemented by a Brazilian electric energy company and its subsidiaries.

     

  • Building a new city in Amsterdam- SEA & monitoring support decision making

     

    Abstract ID# 1044

    Presenting Author: Marianne  Schuerhoff

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: We present lessons from the SEA and proposed monitoring of the ‘Haven Stad’ plan in Amsterdam, that aims to build 40.000-70.000 dwellings in an industrial area.

     

  • Building HIA Practitioner Capacity Through Peer Learning

     

    Abstract ID# 1247

    Presenting Author: Sophie  Grinnell

    Coauthor(s):  Katie Hirono  Tatiana   Lin    

    Preferred Session: New learning approaches for HIA capacity strengthening

    Summary Statement: This presentation will provide an overview of the Society of Practitioners of Health Impact Assessment’s HIA capacity building approaches and describe challenges, lessons learned, and opport

     

  • Building robust knowledge in the face of environmental conflict

     

    Abstract ID# 1319

    Presenting Author: Lasse  Peltonen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Socially robust knowledge is needed to withstand the shocks of environmental conflict

     

  • Building tiering into the Thai impact assessment (IA) practice

     

    Abstract ID# 1065

    Presenting Author: Chaunjit  Chanchitpricha

    Coauthor(s):  Thomas Fischer  Alan   Bond    

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This paper considers tiering from SEA to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) given there may be opportunities to build more effective practice for IA in the Thai context.

     

  • Can drones protect human rights?

     

    Abstract ID# 1078

    Presenting Author: Caroline  Brodeur

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Listening with technology: deepening the impact of impact assessments

    Summary Statement: To improve rights holders engagement and community awareness in Uganda Oxfam worked with scientists and videographers to analyse and illustrate the impacts of a major oil project

     

  • Can IA in the Cook Islands keep pace with economic development?

     

    Abstract ID# 1019

    Presenting Author: Anthony   Kung

    Coauthor(s):  Christina Newport       

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: We critically examine the state of IA regulation and capacity in the Cook Islands, in the face of proposed deep-sea mining, commercial fishing, and other economic initiatives.

     

  • Can public-good projects benefit host communities?

     

    Abstract ID# 1575

    Presenting Author: Chen  Chen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: Public-good projects can create physical and economic displacement and other social impacts. Projects alone can hardly benefit local communities. Other stakeholder should be involved.

     

  • Canada’s new IA law: Is it the right place for decision-making on climate

     

    Abstract ID# 1519

    Presenting Author: Marla  Orenstein

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: Canada enacted a new impact assessment law in 2019 that includes assessment of GHG emissions. Is this the right place for federal decision-making on climate change?

     

  • Canadian Decisions Following Panel reviews

     

    Abstract ID# 897

    Presenting Author: Bill  Ross

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: How Canadian panel reports get converted into project decisions. Emphasise on what is realistic in mitigation measures proposed or enforceability, and the critical importance of writing ef

     

  • Capacity building efforts and initiatives for conducting SEA in India

     

    Abstract ID# 867

    Presenting Author: ASHA  RAJVANSHI

    Coauthor(s):  VINOD B. MATHUR       

    Preferred Session: Capacity enhancement: Building human capital for promoting natural capital

    Summary Statement: This paper shares the experience of enhancing SEA capacity in India and its positive influences on EA practice and reforms in national policies and legislations.

     

  • Capacity building initiatives for greening linear infrastructure in Asia

     

    Abstract ID# 900

    Presenting Author: Vinod B  Mathur

    Coauthor(s):  Asha Rajvanshi       

    Preferred Session: Capacity enhancement: Building human capital for promoting natural capital

    Summary Statement: This paper shares the positive influence of capacity building efforts as amply reflected in improved design and implementation of greener transport infrastructure under ADB projects

     

  • Capacity Building to achieve Conservation outcomes in PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 858

    Presenting Author: Banak  Gamui

    Coauthor(s):  Jane Mogina       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Capacity building needs to provide individuals, communities and organizations with the skills, knowledge and information for undertaking the wide range of tasks required for conserving biodi

     

  • Case Study: Conflict Security Risks & Impact Assessment in Porgera, PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 949

    Presenting Author: Pendrigh  Lui

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Conflict Security Risk and Impact Assessment is an integral part of planning resettlement in the Porgera valley, where land is customarily owned and tribal fighting is a cultural norm.

     

  • Case Study: Indigenous Self-determination Integral in Hydro Dam Evaluation

     

    Abstract ID# 1448

    Presenting Author: Christina   Guillemette

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Implementing FPIC through the IA processes

    Summary Statement: Indigenous self-determination and well-being were valued components in the assessment of an existing hydroelectric facility integrating traditional and scientific knowledge in considerations

     

  • Challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable finance

     

    Abstract ID# 832

    Presenting Author: Jorim  Schraven

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: EU’s Sustainable Finance Action Plan: key aspects for IFIs and IA practitioners

    Summary Statement: This presentation will showcase FMO’s approach to ensuring sustainability impact of their activities, alongside views on the practical implications of the EU and international developments.

     

  • Challenges in applying the 2019 IFC GN6 in early risk screenings

     

    Abstract ID# 1085

    Presenting Author: Adeline  Serckx

    Coauthor(s):  Edward Pollard  Malcolm   Starkey    

    Preferred Session: Catch the worm! Early biodiversity risk screening for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: We review the key changes made in the updated IFC GN6, and discuss the potential unforeseen challenges applying the revised Critical Habitat criteria to early stages of development projects.

     

  • Challenges in Cultural Heritage Management in PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 857

    Presenting Author: Julia  Hagoria

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: Case studies from the PNG LNG project will be used to illustrate the gaps of managing cultural heritage requirements in the PNG Regulatory Framework.

     

  • Challenges in implementing sustainable finance

     

    Abstract ID# 823

    Presenting Author: Stéphane  Voisin

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Best practices in implementing sustainable finance

    Summary Statement: The complex nature of systemic risks, ranging from climate change to lack of transparency, makes it difficult to mainstream sustainability in the financial sector. How to move forward?

     

  • Challenges in the practice of CIA within lender institutions

     

    Abstract ID# 737

    Presenting Author: JUAN CARLOS  PAEZ

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: The panel will bring experiences of CIA in Latin America and the Caribbean.

     

  • China’s EIA organizations realize new develop by"Environmental Stewardshi

     

    Abstract ID# 953

    Presenting Author: Yi  Su

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: China's EIA organizations explored a new way of diversified and sustainable development by providing "Environmental Stewardship" service to governments, parks and enterprises.

     

  • Civil lawsuits to enforce collective rights in resettlement processes

     

    Abstract ID# 1151

    Presenting Author: Alessandra  Benevides

    Coauthor(s):  Selma Singulano       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Analysis of Public Civil Lawsuits promoted in Brazil, between 2000 and 2019, related to resettlement processes and their consequences in the creation of compensational references.

     

  • Climate change and health impacts: a panel data study from São Paulo

     

    Abstract ID# 1145

    Presenting Author: Simone  Miraglia

    Coauthor(s):  Daniela Debone       

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Sao Paulo’s GHG emissions is significantly correlated with respiratory (p = 0,00019) and cardiovascular (p = 0,00157) mortality rates. The results endorse the role of its economic activities

     

  • Climate change legislation in New Zealand: too risk oriented?

     

    Abstract ID# 1003

    Presenting Author: Richard  Morgan

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: Emerging legislation in NZ has strong risk assessment focus, to little IA recognition.

     

  • CO2 emissions and economic indicators: Empirical evidence from São Paulo

     

    Abstract ID# 1345

    Presenting Author: Daniela   Debone

    Coauthor(s):  Simone Miraglia       

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: The multivariate regression approach identified a model that may contribute to public policies improvement, in terms of accelerating the decarbonization of the economy for São Paulo, Brazil

     

  • Coastal Management for Sea Level Rise in South Korea

     

    Abstract ID# 1207

    Presenting Author: Hyeyun  Ku

    Coauthor(s):  Junho Maeng  Taeyoon   Kim   Kwangwoo Cho  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: An overall process supporting the coastal management plan for adopting or mitigating negative impacts from sea-level rise in South Korea

     

  • Community and indigenous involvement using discursive democracy principles

     

    Abstract ID# 756

    Presenting Author: Bryan  Jenkins

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The paper describes the collaborative approach in Canterbury NZ to integrate community and indigenous views into the regional water management strategy using discursive democracy principles.

     

  • COMMUNITY BASED GOVERNANCE IN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

     

    Abstract ID# 1107

    Presenting Author: Wayne  Huggins

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Community-Based Governance in informal settlements is often seen as essential for sustainable urban development. However, it can undermine public sector institutions and lead to failures in

     

  • Community Engagement in Disposal of Radioactive Waste

     

    Abstract ID# 1452

    Presenting Author: Mike  Brophy

    Coauthor(s):  Stephen Brown       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: A community consent-based process for disposal of radioactive waste provides the opportunity for communities to co-create with the developer in environmental and socio-economic asessments

     

  • Community-Driven Impact Assessment for Environmental Cleanup in Thailand

     

    Abstract ID# 1296

    Presenting Author: Tanapon  Phenrat

    Coauthor(s):  Ashijya Otwong       

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Community-driven impact assessment (using community map and IEUBK modeling) yields more accurate answers for cleanup of Pb-contaminated creek than the expert judgement system.

     

  • Comparative evaluation of the environmental impact assessment legislation o

     

    Abstract ID# 1249

    Presenting Author: Raphael  Mubanga

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: General best practice principles for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This study compares the quality of EIA Legislation of South Africa and Zambia, with emphasis on the depth of impact analysis

     

  • Comparing two land-use alternatives for sustainable development of Jeju

     

    Abstract ID# 1580

    Presenting Author: Seungyeon  Lee

    Coauthor(s):  Seongwoo Jeon  Hyun Chan   Sung    

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: Conserving the urban ecosystem requires the proper environmental policy and delicate development plan.

     

  • Compatibility of long-term transport planning and SEA

     

    Abstract ID# 1336

    Presenting Author: Berit   Balfors

    Coauthor(s):  Kristina Lundberg  Tobias   Robinson   Karolina Isaksson   Ulrika Gunnarsson Östling Linnea Eriksson

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This paper highlights the need for designing an SEA process that better support the national transport planning regarding the achievement of the transport policy goals and Agenda 2030.

     

  • Compensation Based on Land Asset Securitization: A Novel Way of Benefit-sha

     

    Abstract ID# 1034

    Presenting Author: Guoqing  SHI

    Coauthor(s):  Kai Shang       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: The forthcoming intensive and large-scale hydropower development in China indicates that a large number of rural resettlers are unavoidable. How to compensate and resettle rural resettlers

     

  • Complaint Mechanism: a tool for communities during projects implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 982

    Presenting Author: Laura  Verdier

    Coauthor(s):  Lucie Guillet       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: French Development Agency (AFD) case study: To ensure trust and respect of environmental and social standards, the AFD offers communities the ability to reach out to its Complaints Mechanism

     

  • Compliance review findings and lessons learned

     

    Abstract ID# 1619

    Presenting Author: Maria  Aranzazu Villanueva Hermida

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: IFIs and adoption of lessons learned through their accountability functions

    Summary Statement: IAM and IFI representatives will discuss how lessons learnt through the handling of environmental and social complaints have contributed to raising awareness of specific issues related to assessment and monitoring of E & S impacts and to improving the IFIs’ E&S procedures. The objective of the session is to share IAMs experiences together with safeguards experts of the IFIs.

     

  • Compliance review of the N2 Wild Coast Road and Bridge Construction in SA

     

    Abstract ID# 1586

    Presenting Author: Andisiwe  Xuma

    Coauthor(s):  Nenekazi Songxaba        

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Analysis of compliance data from ECO monitoring reports from the period 2016 to 2020 to assess the compliance trends of the N2 Wild Coast project

     

  • Comprehensive Strategy Planning in China – How to attain the desired goal

     

    Abstract ID# 1088

    Presenting Author: Kin Che   Lam

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: Presentation examines the potentials and constraints of China comprehensive strategic planning system in addressing the country's sustainability problems.

     

  • Conceptualising context in the art & science of Effective EIA in Nigeria

     

    Abstract ID# 1172

    Presenting Author: Tokunbo   Olorundami

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: This paper explores the meaning of context by evaluating the interaction of the formal and informal actors as a basis for a more inclusive EIA approach for greater effectiveness in Nigeria.

     

  • Conflict management for off-shore willmill farm development in Korea

     

    Abstract ID# 881

    Presenting Author: Sangyun  Lee

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: The Korean government should take more responsibility to engage conflict management.

     

  • Conflictos ambientales en Chile y su relación con el SEIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1430

    Presenting Author: Gino  Araya

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Se analiza la distribución de los conflictos socio-ambientales, los episodios de alerta ambiental ocurridos en Chile y su relación con instalaciones sin licencia ambiental

     

  • Connecting EIA and Water Framework Directives (EU): the Spanish approach

     

    Abstract ID# 1036

    Presenting Author: F. Javier  Martín Herrero

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Riesgos y vulnerabilidades (CONEIA - Spanish submissions only)

    Summary Statement: Summary of the Spanish approach to link EIA Directive and WFD Directive, including in the EIA the effects of the projects on the achievement of the environmental objectives.

     

  • Conservation Plan for the Lukanga Swamp

     

    Abstract ID# 1616

    Presenting Author: Maria  Espírito Santo

    Coauthor(s):  Pedro Bettencourt  Maria   Grade   César Jesus   Annel Phiri Mwiche Kabwe

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: Conservation planning for sustainable resource use and management of impacts from mining and local uses on a wetland and its catchment, through an integrated and ecosystems-based approach.

     

  • Consultation and Communication on Indigenous IA studies

     

    Abstract ID# 1271

    Presenting Author: Cássio  Ingles de Sousa

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Indigenous Peoples

    Summary Statement: The presentation discuss strategies to reinforce principles of participation, previous consultation and communication with Indigenous communities at IA studies, such as methodological design

     

  • Consultation in the time of COVID-19

     

    Abstract ID# 1583

    Presenting Author: Alexandra   Blood

    Coauthor(s):  Christine Charles  Piers   Gillespie    

    Preferred Session: Consultation in the time of COVID19

    Summary Statement: Consultation has had to endure in the energy and mining sector during COVID 19 with physical distancing. How can consultation be undertaken that respects power dynamics within such an env?

     

  • Context based learning in action

     

    Abstract ID# 1120

    Presenting Author: Lèneke  Pfeiffer

    Coauthor(s):  Astrid Hendriksen       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: New ways of assessing reciprocal learning are needed to improve the process of inclusiveness and joint knowledge generation in context based learning.

     

  • Contextual constraints on IA: Improving follow-up using adaptive practices

     

    Abstract ID# 1606

    Presenting Author: Lara  Mottee

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: This paper argues that for good practice IA to be effectively implemented in urban contexts, systematic adjustments to apply adaptive planning, management and governance are needed.

     

  • Contribution of SEA to decision making for the Dutch National Water Program

     

    Abstract ID# 1600

    Presenting Author: Lies  van Campen

    Coauthor(s):  Frans Dotinga       

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: In this presentation we share our experiences on the contribution of SEA to the development of national water management policy. Recommended for SEA experts and governmental policy makers.

     

  • Critical paths to ensurre First Nations sustainable livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 1489

    Presenting Author: Daniel  Stuckless

    Coauthor(s):  Margaret Luker  Robin   Johnstone   Yvonne Wright  

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: Fort McKay Metis Nation and TECK Resources share some of the successes and challenges discovered through impact assessment and project application in a complex location in order to ensure Fort McKay’s livelihood could be sustained if the project is approved.

     

  • Cumulative Effects Assessment for Small Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 795

    Presenting Author: Martin  Haefele

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This paper examines the importance of applying cumulative effects assessment to small projects, the challenges of doing so, and a few avenues for overcoming these challenges.

     

  • Cumulative environmental effects provisions: global legal prevalence

     

    Abstract ID# 1626

    Presenting Author: Rebecca  Nelson

    Coauthor(s):  L.M. Shirley       

    Preferred Session: General best practice principles for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Legal recognition of the need to consider cumulative environmental effects at the individual project scale is almost ubiquitous around the world. It is undoubtedly a best practice for all.

     

  • Cumulative impact assessment of extractive industry projects (Tete)

     

    Abstract ID# 1617

    Presenting Author: Pedro  Bettencourt

    Coauthor(s):  Cláudia Fulgêncio       

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Main conflicts of a set of mining projects in the province of Tete (Mozambique), and ways of mitigation, as part of a cumulative impact assessment

     

  • Cumulative impact assessment on Brazil’s coast, an innovative approach

     

    Abstract ID# 1371

    Presenting Author: Pedro  Koehler

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: This talk will present a cumulative impact assessment process developed under the offshore oil production environmental licensing in Brazil, and discuss the innovative results obtained.

     

  • Cumulative Impacts: Lessons Learned in IberoAmerica.

     

    Abstract ID# 984

    Presenting Author: Ivan Carlos  Maglio

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: Cumulative impact assessment remains a major practice challenge in environmental assessment. The tool is not commonly part of the legal and institutional framework in iberoamerica and there

     

  • Dam construction benefit-sharing with submerged areas in Japan

     

    Abstract ID# 1050

    Presenting Author: Atsushi  Hamamoto

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: This presenation focus on funds for reservoir area development asas a measure of benefit-sharing in Japan.

     

  • Data Innovation for a Stronger Social License

     

    Abstract ID# 838

    Presenting Author: Alla  Morrison

    Coauthor(s):  Prasanna Lal Das       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: This report explores how firms can use data innovation to strengthen their relationships with communities.

     

  • Debt, poverty and health: a quantitative HIA of societal initiatives

     

    Abstract ID# 1370

    Presenting Author: Laurens  Reumers

    Coauthor(s):  Marleen Bekker  Henk   Hilderink   Maria Jansen   Jan-Kees Helderman Dirk Ruwaard

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This study combines stakeholder input, datasets and scientific literature to estimate health and other impacts that come from initiatives from civil society in the Dutch city of Utrecht.

     

  • Decolonizing Compulsory Acquisition of African Lands

     

    Abstract ID# 886

    Presenting Author: Liz  ALDEN WILY

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Compulsory acquisition is examined in the context to rising legal recognition of majority customary lands as lawful property in Africa, with focused study on three states.

     

  • Deepening Registers of Voice: Leveraging Social Listening

     

    Abstract ID# 1550

    Presenting Author: Manishankar   Prasad

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Listening with technology: deepening the impact of impact assessments

    Summary Statement: This paper explores the textures of building digital spaces for listening for stakeholder engagement in EIA process

     

  • Defining and mapping ecologically important parts of rivers in SE Asia

     

    Abstract ID# 1079

    Presenting Author: Peter-John   Meynell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Developing a systematic framework for defining and mapping the ecological importance of rivers in South East Asia, identifying high value reaches of rivers for protection or management of im

     

  • Definition of No Net Loss Used by EIA and Corporations: A Comparative Study

     

    Abstract ID# 1217

    Presenting Author: Asahi  ABE

    Coauthor(s):  Akira TANAKA       

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: This study examines the adoption of a term “No Net Loss” in various sectors through investigating the definition of NNL and the means to achieve NNL utilized by each organization.

     

  • Deliberation-promoted changes in attitudes to WBB of potential stakeholders

     

    Abstract ID# 1180

    Presenting Author: Tomoya  MARUYAMA

    Coauthor(s):  Ayano TAKEUCHI       

    Preferred Session: What is the real extent of social impacts of renewable energy projects?

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses to analyze the role of deliberation to develop the ownership and the positive attitude towards woody biomass boilers (WBBs).

     

  • Delivering the Sustainable Development Goals through Development Corridors

     

    Abstract ID# 954

    Presenting Author: Kate  Gannon

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment of large-scale linear infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Delivering the Sustainable Development Goals through Development Corridors: A stakeholder perception-based approach to assessing the impact of development corridors in east Africa

     

  • Democratizing significance: Conceptualizing community-balanced assessments

     

    Abstract ID# 1307

    Presenting Author: Sara  Bjørn Aaen

    Coauthor(s):  Helle Nedergaard Nielsen  Ivar   Lyhne    

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Significance is exposed to a series of shortcomings in the current assessment practice. To qualify significance it is suggested, that traditional expert assessments is balanced with local

     

  • Desarrollo Legislativo de la EIS: Retos y oportunidades

     

    Abstract ID# 913

    Presenting Author: Santiago  González

    Coauthor(s):  Francisco Vargas  Covadonga   Caballo   Pilar Campos   Jara Cubillo Margarita Palau

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: El autor hace una recapitulación del Estado del arte en el Desarrollo de un futuro marco normativo de la EIS en España, así como potenciales retos, desafíos y oportunidades.

     

  • Desmantelamiento de la presa de La Alberca. Restauración e integración.

     

    Abstract ID# 1257

    Presenting Author: BERTA  RODRÍGUEZ

    Coauthor(s):  IÑIGO SOBRINI SAGASTAETA DE ILURDOZ  EVA   RODRIGUEZ RABADAN    

    Preferred Session: Evaluación del impacto sobre la Biodiversidad y RN2000 en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: El proyecto recoge los trabajos de desmantelamiento de la presa de La Alberca, así como la restauración del área a su estado natural en un entorno RN2000.

     

  • Developing a Three-line Based Framework for Urban SEA

     

    Abstract ID# 895

    Presenting Author: WEI  LI

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: A goal-oriented SEA process is developed based on the three-line environmental policy to integrate environmental management requirements into urban planning.

     

  • Developing capacity for argument in support of IA goals and decisions

     

    Abstract ID# 1346

    Presenting Author: Glenn  Brown

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Capacity enhancement: Building human capital for promoting natural capital

    Summary Statement: Tools of careful argument help IA professionals clarify the evidence and analysis in their reasoning, including difficult steps of identifying & defending values of environmental components.

     

  • Developing enforceable conditions for Impact Assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1104

    Presenting Author: Phil  Seeto

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Developing legally-binding conditions within a compliance and enforcement program to increase credibility for Canada’s federal environmental assessment.

     

  • Development of Climate Change Impact and Vulnerability Assessment System

     

    Abstract ID# 1274

    Presenting Author: Changwan  Seo

    Coauthor(s):  Ja young Jeon  Pradeep   Adhikari    

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: Climate change impact and vulnerability assessment system provides essential information for conserving biodiversity such as existing protected areas and future refugia under climate change.

     

  • Development of Integrated Model for Climate Change Impact Assessmsnt

     

    Abstract ID# 1006

    Presenting Author: Young-Il  Song

    Coauthor(s):  Myungsu Yu  Hyeokgyun   Yoo   Okjin Jung  

    Preferred Session: Impacts and Adaptation

    Summary Statement: Development of integrated model for climate change assessment using meta models will be presented

     

  • Dialogue for managing environmental risks: Case of asbestos contamination

     

    Abstract ID# 1033

    Presenting Author: Takehiko  Murayama

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: Through stakeholders’ dialogues for mitigation against asbestos contamination, the author will present the outline of discussions with stakeholders including parents as well as challenges fo

     

  • Dialogue, Conflict and Regulatory Processes in Environmental Impact Studies

     

    Abstract ID# 1187

    Presenting Author: Diana  Arbeláez-Ruiz

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: This paper examines the links between dialogue, conflict transformation and regulation in Environmental Impact Studies (EIS) for mining projects in Peru and Latin America.

     

  • Digital business activities, rightsholders and meaningful participation

     

    Abstract ID# 1310

    Presenting Author: Emil  Lindblad Kernell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Public participation in the Digital Age: Are we hearing you?

    Summary Statement: Tech companies are called on to assess their human rights impacts. We look at how rightsholders should be engaged and how their meaningful participation can be ensured.

     

  • Digital EIA Evidence Hubs: Case Study for Offshore Wind in the UK

     

    Abstract ID# 1035

    Presenting Author: Rufus  Howard

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Is digital technology necessary for efficiency and effectiveness?

    Summary Statement: Using a UK case study of an Offshore Wind Online EIA Evidence Hub, the concept and potential of combining digital EIA, knowledge portals and communities of practice is explored.

     

  • Digital Environmental Information for Monitoring in Gas Pipeline Project in

     

    Abstract ID# 1199

    Presenting Author: Artit  Teerapatsakul

    Coauthor(s):  Poramate Sukchum  Teerawuth   Suwannasri   Nattawat Wittayakunsathit   Thanakorn Ermukdakul Rueangsak Wongwandee

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Digital environmental information is a key role in effective environmental implementation and monitoring during construction phase in the onshore transmission pipeline projects in Thailand.

     

  • Digital habitat mapping in EIA through remote sensing and ground truthing

     

    Abstract ID# 1344

    Presenting Author: Matthew  Hanson

    Coauthor(s):  Mihai Coroi  Tom   Ruff   Brian O'Connor  

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Creation of habitat baseline mapping on large-scale EIA through a hybrid approach of remote sensing calibrated through field surveys, and national dataset conversions.

     

  • Digital reporting: its promises and success factors for implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 992

    Presenting Author: Hugo  Woesthuis

    Coauthor(s):  Paul Eijssen  Hans   Vries, de    

    Preferred Session: Is digital technology necessary for efficiency and effectiveness?

    Summary Statement: This presentation introduces some of the early experiences in working with digital reporting; does this new technology live up to its promises, and what are essential success factors?

     

  • Digital Technologies for Large Mammal Monitoring in Georgia

     

    Abstract ID# 1236

    Presenting Author: Rob   Evans

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Use of digital technologies to understand large mammal ecology in a National Park located adjacent to a new internationally financed road.

     

  • Digitally supported EA in DK: Innovation through broad partnerships

     

    Abstract ID# 1030

    Presenting Author: Ivar  Lyhne

    Coauthor(s):  Lone Kørnøv  Ulf   Kjellerup    

    Preferred Session: Is digital technology necessary for efficiency and effectiveness?

    Summary Statement: Major potentials of digitalization in IA can only be achieved, if a range of stakeholders in society joins forces to enable a system change. Experiences from Denmark are outlined.

     

  • DIGITALLY TRANSFORMING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

     

    Abstract ID# 901

    Presenting Author: Chris  Gentle

    Coauthor(s):  Tom Hatton  Paul   Vogel   Erica Smyth   Nicole Lockwood Chris Moran

    Preferred Session: Digital EIA: Is the smartening of EIA working?

    Summary Statement: How Western Australia is harnessing digital technology to streamline EIA and develop a cumulative impact and decision-making framework to support complex environmental assessment.

     

  • Digitising IA: Improvement cases from the UK and Spain

     

    Abstract ID# 1314

    Presenting Author: Ross  Stewart

    Coauthor(s):  Ignacio Marticorena  Jaime   Cabrera Moreno    

    Preferred Session: Digital EIA: Is the smartening of EIA working?

    Summary Statement: Our critique of the IA workflow highlights persistent shortcomings and identifies key improvement themes for realising a fully digitized, holistic and intelligently linked approach to IA.

     

  • Discussion on revised Guidance for imapact assessments at World Heritage

     

    Abstract ID# 1359

    Presenting Author: Ascanio  D'Andrea

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: The speaker will discuss the revised Guidance for impact assessments at World Heritage Properties

     

  • Dispersal Assessment Method for Invasive Species

     

    Abstract ID# 1591

    Presenting Author: SungJoo  Lee

    Coauthor(s):  HyoJin Cho  HyeIn   Chung   HyunChan Sung   SeongWoo Jeon

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: A path-finding algorithm is used as a way to analyze the dispersal pattern of invasive species with human-vectored long-distance dispersal events. By using pine wilt disease(PWD) as a study species, we looked into the functionality and applicability of the algorithm in dispersal assessment.

     

  • Driving sustainable finance from Luxembourg: the role of LuxSE and LGX

     

    Abstract ID# 1542

    Presenting Author: Julie  Becker

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Best practices in implementing sustainable finance

    Summary Statement: This presentation focuses on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange and its efforts and experience in promoting sustainable finance and facilitating sustainable investment worldwide through LGX.

     

  • EAPASA: Smartening governance of IA professionals in South Africa

     

    Abstract ID# 1389

    Presenting Author: Snowy  Makhudu

    Coauthor(s):  Jacqui Hex       

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: The South African journey towards enhancing IA professionalism. A recap of the history, vision, mission and outcome goals of EAPASA, focusing on achievements since appointment in 2018.

     

  • EBRD’s 2019 Environmental and Social Policy - Key updates

     

    Abstract ID# 876

    Presenting Author: Alistair   Clark

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Advancements in environmental and social policies of the European IFIs

    Summary Statement: The Environmental and Social Policy guides EBRD’s commitment to promoting “environmentally sound and sustainable development”. The 2019 update reflects lessons learnt and emerging E&S issues

     

  • Ecological compensation activities in the Hydroelectrical Ituango Project

     

    Abstract ID# 1631

    Presenting Author: Laura  Chaverra

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: The results of the ecological compensation plan execution for the Hydroelectrical Ituango Project (Colombia) is going to be presented as a part of the environmental management measures

     

  • Ecosystem accounts to determine social, economic & environment trade-offs

     

    Abstract ID# 1639

    Presenting Author: Maya Gabriela  Villaluz

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Collaboration to enhance availability and access to biodiversity data

    Summary Statement: Paper summarizes policy papers using ecosystem accounts to determine social, economic and environmental trade-offs.

     

  • Ecosystem Approach to Environmental Management of Deep Sea Mining Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1535

    Presenting Author: Michael  Clarke

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: This paper describes a framework for how the ecosystem approach can be applied to a deep-sea polymetallic mining operation in the northern Pacific. The framework embodies holistic environmen

     

  • Ecosystem-based ESIA approaches in Deep-Sea Mining

     

    Abstract ID# 1566

    Presenting Author: Adrian  Flynn

    Coauthor(s):  Giorgia Cecino       

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: A new paradigm in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment is required for permitting of deep-sea mining. Ecosystem-based approaches provide a framework to support best practice.

     

  • Effective design and implementation of local content programs

     

    Abstract ID# 882

    Presenting Author: Jeanne  Ellis

    Coauthor(s):  Louise Flynn       

    Preferred Session: Local content development: Advances in approaches, tools, and governance

    Summary Statement: This presentation will focus on the process of designing, implementing and measuring local content programs, and how this may be better integrated into impact assessment and management.

     

  • Effectiveness by accident? SEA in Austria’s high level transport planning

     

    Abstract ID# 947

    Presenting Author: Felix  Sternath

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: SEA of Austria’s high level transport infrastructure network is surprisingly strategic, open-ended and effective. The paper highlights the factors of success and provides general principles.

     

  • Effectiveness of voluntary SEAs: A developer-driven SEA case

     

    Abstract ID# 1031

    Presenting Author: Lone   Kørnøv

    Coauthor(s):  Ivar Lyhne       

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: Effectiveness of voluntary SEA is under-explored, although often noteworthy. Experiences from large-scale developer’ voluntary SEA on their geothermal energy development are presented.

     

  • Effects of SEA capacity development in 12 countries in Africa and Asia

     

    Abstract ID# 974

    Presenting Author: Anders  Ekbom

    Coauthor(s):  Anna Francis Olsson  Gunilla   Ölund Wingqvist   Daniel Slunge   Emelie César

    Preferred Session: Capacity enhancement: Building human capital for promoting natural capital

    Summary Statement: What results, beyond individual skills, can we expect from a SEA capacity development program in 12 countries including 350 people? We share lessons and experiences from this program.

     

  • EIA in conflict zones, the case of Peru, Mexico, Chile, Spain and Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1539

    Presenting Author: Francisco Javier   Hidalgo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment, structural agent in socio-environmental conflict zones

    Summary Statement: Analysis of the Colombian case, considering the realities in countries of the region, regarding the management of the structural problems of the territorial context and the EIA

     

  • EIA Legal Developments in Lao PDR: A New Opportunity for Enhanced Transpar

     

    Abstract ID# 1008

    Presenting Author: WILLIAM  WARD

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Using open EIA reporting to drive accountable and transparent governance

    Summary Statement: Lao PDR issued a sweeping decree on EIA preparation and review in January, 2019. This presentation will focus on the public participation and review components of Laos’ new law, with an eye

     

  • EIA process in transport projects in Lima utilizing the World Bank ESF

     

    Abstract ID# 1361

    Presenting Author: Ximena  Herbas Ramirez

    Coauthor(s):  Maria Jose Carreras       

    Preferred Session: Effectiveness of the EIA of transport in the dawn of Anthropocene

    Summary Statement: Using 2 major transport projects as case studies, we explore the main opportunities and challenges of the EIA tool for effective impact evaluation and mitigation under the WB’s ESF.

     

  • EIA PROCESS-RELATED BARRIERS IN TRANSPORT PROJECTS IN 3 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

     

    Abstract ID# 1055

    Presenting Author: Rosa  Arce-Ruiz

    Coauthor(s):  Julio Soria-Lara  Luisa   Batista   Michela le Pira   Aldo Arranz-López Giuseppe Inturri

    Preferred Session: Effectiveness of the EIA of transport in the dawn of Anthropocene

    Summary Statement: The aim is to compare how EIA is experienced and perceived by professionals in three European countries (Italy, Portugal, and Spain), offering insights into EIA process-related barriers

     

  • EIA-driven biodiversity mainstreaming in the DRCongo: theory vs practice

     

    Abstract ID# 1218

    Presenting Author: Jean  Hugé

    Coauthor(s):  Maarten P.M. Vanhove  Anne-Julie   Rochette   Luc Janssens de Bisthoven   Farid Dahdouh-Guebas Nico Koedam

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Using EIA to mainstream biodiversity in projetcs and policies impacting the DR Congo's biodiversity hotspots is promising, and is met with little resistance, yet the practice lags behind.

     

  • EIS en salud en España de la no evaluación al desarrollo normativo

     

    Abstract ID# 1254

    Presenting Author: Miguel Ángel  Casermeiro

    Coauthor(s):  Maria Calle  Algarra   Encarnación   Moreno Eduardo  

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Existe un consenso sobre la necesidad de introducir criterios sanitarios en las evaluaciones ambientales aunque no está claro que procedimientos administrativo usar

     

  • Emerging synergies integrating nature-culture linkages in SEA/EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1225

    Presenting Author: Katri  Lisitzin

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: The integration of nature-culture linkages within existing impact assessment frameworks (HIA/SEA/EIA) has potentials to build new synergies and strengthen the impact assessment effectiveness

     

  • Emerging technologies and innovations in environmental impact assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1607

    Presenting Author: Fernanda  Nobre

    Coauthor(s):  Carla Duarte       

    Preferred Session: Listening with technology: deepening the impact of impact assessments

    Summary Statement: We present a review about the adoption of technologies in EIA: Big Data, AI, Machine learning, Data Visualization, Blockchain, Smart Contract, and Digital Stakeholders’ Engagement.

     

  • Enforcing compliance on impacts of petroleum in sensitive ecosystems

     

    Abstract ID# 1209

    Presenting Author: Edgar   Buhanga

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Managing impacts of petroleum in National parks a challenge but measures to enforce compliance are in place. This paper shares the experience of managing impacts in Parks

     

  • Engaging indigenous peoples in impact assessment and management

     

    Abstract ID# 1433

    Presenting Author: Maria Jose  Carreras

    Coauthor(s):  Kevin McCall       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The presentation draws on the DGM Saweto project as a case study of community participation in impact assessments, and how the results can contribute towards sustainable management.

     

  • Engaging Women in Infrastructure Project: the Tono Case

     

    Abstract ID# 1306

    Presenting Author: Emelda  Adii

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Deliberate targeting women in the governance structure system in Northern Ghana is a precursor for improving the environmental and social performance of infrastructure Project; the Tono exam

     

  • English Town Planners and Public Health officers – (re) United, in HIA

     

    Abstract ID# 875

    Presenting Author: Dr Tara  Muthoora

    Coauthor(s):  Professor Thomas. B Fischer       

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: Understanding how health is considered in policy, plan, programme & project level spatial planning in England.

     

  • Enhancing a PNG Protected Area through Partnership

     

    Abstract ID# 826

    Presenting Author: Primas  Kapi

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: Biodiversity conservation awareness, rural livelihoods, capacity building and partnership contribute to the protection of the Lake Kutubu Wildlife Management Area

     

  • Enhancing Effectiveness of Environmental Mitigation Measures through Adopti

     

    Abstract ID# 1502

    Presenting Author: Louisa  Cheung

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Case studies will be presented to illustrate how recent advancement in technology has opened up new ways in mitigating and monitoring environmental impacts in infrastructure projects in Hong Kong.

     

  • Enhancing EIA Systems in Developing Countries: A focus on capacity building

     

    Abstract ID# 1403

    Presenting Author: Mehri  Khosravi

    Coauthor(s):  Urmila Thakur       

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: In this paper, the authors aim to assess the feasibility of implementing suggested recommendations to enhance Iran’s EIA effectiveness.

     

  • Enhancing the Civil Society Voice for Improved Impact Assessments in Zambia

     

    Abstract ID# 1299

    Presenting Author: Agness  Musutu

    Coauthor(s):  Constantino Mwembela  Sharon   George    

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Trends and challenges in ESIA processes in Zambia, and how increased vigilance, pooling of resources through local, national and international partnerships is heightening CSO work in IA

     

  • Eni’s health professional's capacity building on health impact assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1239

    Presenting Author: Raphael  Msagha

    Coauthor(s):  Elena Bosoni  Filippo   Uberti   Erasmo Macera   Giada Namer

    Preferred Session: New learning approaches for HIA capacity strengthening

    Summary Statement: Eni established a capacity building system for the internal Health Professionals on the subject of HIA in order to improve the HIA quality and incorporated HIA system robustness.

     

  • Ensure compliance through design. The challenges of the Los Frailes mine

     

    Abstract ID# 1220

    Presenting Author: Louw  Wildschut

    Coauthor(s):  Javier Odriozola  Begoña   Rodrigo   Paola Quijano  

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Case study of the Los Frailes (Aznalcóllar) project with double purpose design solutions: value for the mine and remediation of environmental liabilities. Compliance embedded and assured.

     

  • Ensuring Nunavut developments respect Inuit knowledge, customs and rights

     

    Abstract ID# 1484

    Presenting Author: Ryan  Barry

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Examining how community participation in Nunavut’s impact assessment process has improved social acceptance for development and regulatory oversight.

     

  • ensuring sustainability of livelihood restoration since design stage

     

    Abstract ID# 1250

    Presenting Author: TOMASINO  Michel

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New directions in livelihood restoration in project design and beyond

    Summary Statement: Practical examples of livelihood restauration projects where a strong involvement of affected people since design stage led to good sustainability of socioeconomic outcomes

     

  • Envigo – an endeavor in the digital transformation of IA

     

    Abstract ID# 1242

    Presenting Author: Nikola  Nikačević

    Coauthor(s):  Snežana Lekić RaÅ¡ović  Andrija   Nikačević   SaÅ¡a Å ipka   Vladimir Mitrović Andrew Jamieson

    Preferred Session: Digital EIA: Is the smartening of EIA working?

    Summary Statement: Presenting our efforts in creating Envigo, a digital expert platform for IA. Discussing questions, findings and challenges we are experiencing on this path.

     

  • Environment in Humanitarian Action: Field Pilots Using Open-Source Tools

     

    Abstract ID# 1387

    Presenting Author: Michael  Minkoff

    Coauthor(s):  Mandy George  Erika   Clesceri   Emilia Wahlstrom  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: Lessons learned and opportunities presented by 1) field pilots of an open-source environmental screening tool in humanitarian contexts and 2) integration of geospatial data into the tool.

     

  • Environmental and Social Outcomes of Infrastructure Projects–A UK Study

     

    Abstract ID# 827

    Presenting Author: Martin  Broderick

    Coauthor(s):  John Glasson  Bridget   Durning   Kellie Welch  

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: The focus of the study was on NSIPs construction and those strategic impacts and benefits that were unforeseen. The study provided recommendations to better manage NSIPs.

     

  • Environmental Assessment at Your Fingertips - the ESM Webtool

     

    Abstract ID# 755

    Presenting Author: Tara  Higgins

    Coauthor(s):  Ainhoa Gonzalez       

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: The Environmental Sensitivity Mapping (ESM) Webtool is a novel online tool that allows planners to strategically explore environmental sensitivities in Ireland (www.enviromap.ie).

     

  • Environmental Checklist (EC) for existing pipeline relocation or rerouting

     

    Abstract ID# 1189

    Presenting Author: JATURONG  SAENSORN

    Coauthor(s):  WORAWUT HAMARN  ANAK   KARNPISIT   THANAPA INDRAKAMHAENG   DONNAPA JITTADEJCHAIYAPATH

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Environmental Checklist (EC) is suggested as recommended practice for existing pipeline relocation or rerouting in the same right of way for avoiding project delayed and cost overrun.

     

  • Environmental Development Assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1609

    Presenting Author: Ramzy  Salih

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Environmental Development Assessment (EDA) a new approcah

    Summary Statement: Environmental Development Assessment as a new approach for EIA

     

  • Environmental impacts of lack of hydropower planning in Chile: 110 years

     

    Abstract ID# 1326

    Presenting Author: Pablo  Baranao

    Coauthor(s):  Sara Grez       

    Preferred Session: Strategic Planning for Hydropower with Environmental and Social Values

    Summary Statement: The lack of strategic planning in the development of hydropower in Chile, during the last 110 years, have unnecessarily impacted a numbers of rivers and ecosistems.

     

  • Environmental justice as framework for impact assessments: Addressing proce

     

    Abstract ID# 1512

    Presenting Author: Alana  Lajoie-O’Malley

    Coauthor(s):  Kelly Bronson  Gwendolyn   Blue    

    Preferred Session: Importance of science, evidence, and meaningful engagement for IA decisions

    Summary Statement: IA scholarship and practice has focused on procedural fairness and constitutional rights. Our presentation draws attention to scholarship and practice that speaks to cultural and epistemic justice

     

  • Environmental novels – a tool for raising environmental awareness

     

    Abstract ID# 850

    Presenting Author: Barry  Dalal-Clayton

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: This paper will explore the role of environmental novels as a vehicle to present issue addressed in environmental assessments and raise environmental awareness

     

  • ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VS URBAN EXPECTATIONS: SEA IN MADRID

     

    Abstract ID# 1379

    Presenting Author: Mariano  Oliveros

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA (TBD)

    Summary Statement: The practice of SEA has allowed changing the urban expectations in the Community of Madrid to take into account environmental protection as a value instead of as an obstacle.

     

  • Environmental Safeguards for the Belt and Road Initiative – Current Statu

     

    Abstract ID# 956

    Presenting Author: Han  Meng

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment of large-scale linear infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Brief overview of the measures that are being put in place to address the potential environmental opportunities and threats associated with corridor development.

     

  • Environmental sensitivity atlas in Ghana with Oil for Development and WCMC

     

    Abstract ID# 1228

    Presenting Author: Kojo  Agbenor-Efunam

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Collaboration to enhance availability and access to biodiversity data

    Summary Statement: Ghana aims at mapping out its environmental sensitivity for the coastal areas and the Voltaian basin to aid decission making in oil and gas development.

     

  • Environmental studies as viability tools and spatial monitoring

     

    Abstract ID# 1642

    Presenting Author: Ezequiel Arturo  Sanchez Herrera

    Coauthor(s):  Ricardo Alberto Castro Rodriguez       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment, structural agent in socio-environmental conflict zones

    Summary Statement: The Environmental Studies identify the impacts on the environment caused by the projects and develop management and monitoring measures; the information is hard to obtain on site, hard to be understood by the evaluators and its validity is limited by temporality. PAREX poses to turn these documents into interactive tools that allow decision making, updating and spatial monitoring.

     

  • ESIA as a response to disasters, conflicts and crises.

     

    Abstract ID# 1613

    Presenting Author: Sandra  Carvalho

    Coauthor(s):  Pedro Bettencourt  Nuno   Silva   Claudia Fulgêncio  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: Considering the intrinsic realities of 3 continents and 6 projects, it is shown how it is possible to find economic and social solutions, facing imminent disaster, conflict and crisis

     

  • ESIA Innovation + Collaboration: Combining GIS and Community Participation

     

    Abstract ID# 1072

    Presenting Author: Todd  Hall

    Coauthor(s):  Karin Nunan  Noam   Raffel    

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Guyana’s Coastal Ecosystem Services Assessment: A case study on best practice for baseline data collection using imagery-based analysis coupled with community participation

     

  • ESIA of the Regional Electricity Access Project in Guinea Bissau

     

    Abstract ID# 1618

    Presenting Author: Nuno  Silva

    Coauthor(s):  Pedro Bettencourt      Maria Espírito Santo   Pedro Felix

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: The paper presents the major findings from the ESIA of the Regional Electricity Access Project in Guinea Bissau and its role in improving the project’s environmental and social performance

     

  • Especies invasoras y la evaluación de los impactos sobre la biodiversidad

     

    Abstract ID# 1351

    Presenting Author: Fernando  Leão

    Coauthor(s):  Rosa Pinho       

    Preferred Session: Evaluación del impacto sobre la Biodiversidad y RN2000 en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Las invasiones biológicas son un problema muy serio para la conservación de la biodiversidad y la red Natura 2000. ¿Debería la evaluación de impacto de un proyecto referirse a este tema?

     

  • Eva Pagán

     

    Abstract ID# 1524

    Presenting Author: Eva  Pagán

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The energy transition

    Summary Statement: Director General of the Transmission, Red Eléctrica de España, Spain

     

  • Evaluación Ambiental Estratégica en planes de regeneración urbana singul

     

    Abstract ID# 1129

    Presenting Author: MIGUEL  ABASCAL

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Addressing reprisal risks in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Metodología de la Evaluación Ambiental Estratégica aplicada un proyecto singular de regeneración urbana en la ciudad de Madrid

     

  • Evaluación riesgo de saturación de explotaciones ganaderas por nitrógeno

     

    Abstract ID# 1300

    Presenting Author: Miguel Ángel  Zapata Mateo

    Coauthor(s):  Óscar Fayanas Buey  Rafael   Doñate Abril   Enrique Marco Benito  

    Preferred Session: Riesgos y vulnerabilidades (CONEIA - Spanish submissions only)

    Summary Statement: El Índice de Saturación por Nitrógeno en Aragón (aplicado en la tramitación de autorizaciones ambientales) estima el el riesgo de contaminación de aguas subterráneas por nitratos e impacto.

     

  • Evaluating multiple dimensions of EIA effectiveness

     

    Abstract ID# 1302

    Presenting Author: Carli  Steenkamp

    Coauthor(s):  Francois Retief  Angus   Morrison-Saunders    

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: This paper applies a refined framework for the evaluation of multiple dimensions of effectiveness for project level EIA in a developing country context.

     

  • Evaluating the effectiveness of environmental auditing in an EIA system

     

    Abstract ID# 1544

    Presenting Author: Theunis  Meyer

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Understanding environmental auditing effectiveness is vital in EIA effectiveness. An evaluation framework for environmental auditing effectiveness will be presented.

     

  • Evolving social responses during the early life of an offshore windfarm

     

    Abstract ID# 889

    Presenting Author: Bridget  Durning

    Coauthor(s):  John Glasson  Kellie   Welch   Tokunbo Olorundami  

    Preferred Session: Impact of offshore renewables on human communities

    Summary Statement: The presentation explores the evolving social responses in the community and in the media from early wariness to later acceptance during the early life of an offshore windfarm.

     

  • Ex post analysis of irrigation development for future SIAs

     

    Abstract ID# 1211

    Presenting Author: Nick  Taylor

    Coauthor(s):  Mike Mackay       

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: An ex post SIA of irrigated land use change provides insights to longer term changes, to assist future irrigation assessments and adaptive management leading to enhanced social outcomes.

     

  • Ex-post Impact Assessment to follow-up post-disaster mitigation strategies

     

    Abstract ID# 1150

    Presenting Author: Luisa  Nunes Ramaldes

    Coauthor(s):  Marcelo Montaño  Evandro   Mateus Moretto   Daniela Arpini Boni Pereira  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: The role to be played by a systematic assessment of impacts in post-disaster mitigation strategies and adaptive management.

     

  • Expanding IA's reach - Its role in enabling the Circular Economy

     

    Abstract ID# 1386

    Presenting Author: Josh  Fothergill

    Coauthor(s):  Jo Murphy       

    Preferred Session: We are connected: Integrating global interlinkages in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Identifying current perspectives of the circular economy among IA professionals, before looking at the potential roles current IA practice could play in enabling and understanding the consequences of progress toward a circular economy.

     

  • Exploring Innovations in Design and Implementation of Biodiversity Offsets

     

    Abstract ID# 996

    Presenting Author: Hugo  Rainey

    Coauthor(s):  Ray Victurine  Fabien   Quetier   Kerry ten Kate   Hugo Costa

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: The session highlights the results of innovative and stakeholder-oriented offset policy and implementation approaches achieved in Mozambique and Uganda to achieve no net loss of biodiversity

     

  • Facing the challenge of livelihoods restoration

     

    Abstract ID# 1167

    Presenting Author: Maria  Dacunha

    Coauthor(s):  Isabel Lavadenz       

    Preferred Session: New directions in livelihood restoration in project design and beyond

    Summary Statement: Lessons in meeting the challenges of restoring livelihoods in the face of urbanization, climate change and demand for cash compensation.

     

  • Fez Medina Project in Morocco: Restoring Livelihoods Through Participation

     

    Abstract ID# 1374

    Presenting Author: Vincent   Roquet

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: This paper presents lessons learned from the Artisan-Fez Medina Project in Morocco, with a particular focus on how the restoration of livelihoods was ensured through participatory processes

     

  • Final disposal of spent nuclear fuel in Finland has public acceptance-why?

     

    Abstract ID# 962

    Presenting Author: Mika  Pohjonen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Role and significance of stakeholder engagement, interaction and impact assessments in gaining the public acceptance needed for licensing of the world's first final disposal of spent nuclear

     

  • Financing EU’s sustainable future:scientific evidence,policy implications

     

    Abstract ID# 830

    Presenting Author: Andreas  Barkman

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: EU’s Sustainable Finance Action Plan: key aspects for IFIs and IA practitioners

    Summary Statement: The presentation will highlight EEA’s contribution to the TEG and provide insights on the key challenges and opportunities in tracking and reporting on environmentally sustainable finance.

     

  • Fiona Haigh

     

    Abstract ID# 1640

    Presenting Author: Fiona  Haigh

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: Fiona Haigh, University of New South Wales, Australia – Topic ‘The good and the bad about relying on a formal mandate for health in impact assessment.’

     

  • First Dutch Social Impact Assessment based on IFC 2012 standard

     

    Abstract ID# 781

    Presenting Author: Eelco  de Groot

    Coauthor(s):  Bert Enserink       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses the results of the stakeholder engagement in the first Dutch SIA based on IFC ever. The SIA is piloted for a large scale infrastructure project.

     

  • Fisheries survey during construction of the PNGLNG.

     

    Abstract ID# 933

    Presenting Author: Tau  Morove

    Coauthor(s):  Sam Koyama       

    Preferred Session: Indigenous Peoples

    Summary Statement: Fisheries studies undertaken during construction of the PNG LNG project indicated no long-term negative socio-economic impacts.

     

  • Five Years Later: Revising Health Impact Assessment Practice Standards

     

    Abstract ID# 1130

    Presenting Author: Emily  Bever

    Coauthor(s):  Katie Hirono  Jimmy   Dills   Ruth Lindberg   Sandra Whitehead

    Preferred Session: General best practice principles for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The presentation will describe and solicit input on proposed updates to the Minimum Elements and Practice Standards for Health Impact Assessment and highlight principles that underpin it

     

  • Frog distribution and temperature change on Mt. Michael

     

    Abstract ID# 810

    Presenting Author: Dillian  Nason

    Coauthor(s):  Dillian Nason  Savitha   De Britto   Andrew.L Mack  

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: Species decline with altitude on mountain habits. Frog survey was done in 2016 to test theory and temperature effects. Temperature effect was significant. More studies needed in PNG.

     

  • From cradle to grave – the EAP’s role in mine planning and closure

     

    Abstract ID# 1601

    Presenting Author: Gina  Martin

    Coauthor(s):  Jacqui Hex       

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: The EAP’s role in mine planning and mine closure as an integration specialist, allowing for early risk identification in projects and for predicting closure requirements.

     

  • From regional planning to local projects: designing green infrastructures

     

    Abstract ID# 1146

    Presenting Author: Mariana   Rodrigues Ribeiros dos Santos

    Coauthor(s):  Aline França Ferreira Souza       

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This work seeks to identify regional criteria and factors capable of guidding the design of green infrastructures and to establish the relationship between regional and municipal plans.

     

  • From Strategic Planning to Sustainable Infrastructure Development:EIB Views

     

    Abstract ID# 847

    Presenting Author: Angela  Filipas

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Building sustainable project pipelines in infrastructure finance

    Summary Statement: The presentation will focus on good practice integration of the environmental considerations into strategic plans that set the framework for sustainable investments in transport sector.

     

  • From vision to action- SEA to support ES in municipal planning

     

    Abstract ID# 1420

    Presenting Author: Sara  Khoshkar

    Coauthor(s):  Berit Balfors  Monica   Hammer    

    Preferred Session: SEA (TBD)

    Summary Statement: The potential role of SEA to address governance challenges for implementing ecosystem services from vision to action in urban and landscape planning is explored, from Swedish experiences.

     

  • GBV Survivor-Centred Service Mapping in IA on Infrastructure Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1458

    Presenting Author: Michael   Ilesanmi

    Coauthor(s):  Tosin Oso  Toyin   Olajitan    

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Mapping the availability, accessibility, quality and referral procedures is strengthens prevention and response to GBV/SEA

     

  • Gender in environmental impact assessment: Addressing challenges in Canada

     

    Abstract ID# 981

    Presenting Author: Jackie  Lerner

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Gender in impact assessment: Experiences and perspectives

    Summary Statement: Good impact assessment practices can help us understand how the benefits and costs of resource development accrue differently to groups differentiated by gender and other diversity factors.

     

  • Gender-Based Violence in projects: Lessons and Responses at the World Bank

     

    Abstract ID# 1136

    Presenting Author: Dilek  Barlas

    Coauthor(s):  Mark Goldsmith  Imrana   Jalal   Charles Di Leva  

    Preferred Session: IFIs and adoption of lessons learned through their accountability functions

    Summary Statement: A look at lessons emerging from two World Bank Inspection Panel cases involving gender-based violence and actions the Bank has taken in response.

     

  • Getting more out of less: An Australian Case Study in SEA Effectiveness

     

    Abstract ID# 1183

    Presenting Author: Anthony  Sutton

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: In an Australian first, strategic environmental assessment is providing environmental outcomes for next 50-100 and potentially reducing environmental approval timeframes by up to 50 per cent

     

  • Governance and timescales in hydropower benefit sharing programmes

     

    Abstract ID# 915

    Presenting Author: Jamie  Skinner

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: Designing benefit-sharing approaches to support resettlement requires proper consideration of institutions, governance and timescales to successfully implement programmes that restore liveli

     

  • Grievance Assessments- Smarting social and environmental impact assessments

     

    Abstract ID# 1506

    Presenting Author: Isabel  Lavadenz

    Coauthor(s):  Ernesto Sánchez-Triana       

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: This paper argues that EIAs ought to include a “grievance assessment” component- as part of smartening E & S impact assessments.

     

  • Guarantee quality in EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 780

    Presenting Author: Dick  van Straaten

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Guaranteeing quality has always been a big issue in EIA, on all levels. The role and involvement of the public and stakeholder becomes more and more decisive in making 'a good EIA'

     

  • Guidance in legal frameworks in ESIA for the Mining and Extractives sector

     

    Abstract ID# 1360

    Presenting Author: Paula  Dobbelaar

    Coauthor(s):  Giel Hendriks       

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: The NCEA has been requested by the IGF to provide an independent advise on their Guidance. The NCEA has examined the guidance and presents its main findings and recommandations.

     

  • Guidance note on addressing health impacts of plan and programmes in SEA

     

    Abstract ID# 893

    Presenting Author: Thomas  Fischer

    Coauthor(s):  Ben Cave  Angela   Filipas   Tea Aulavuo   Julia Nowacki

    Preferred Session: Smartening health and well-being in IA: From policies to projects

    Summary Statement: The guidance note on addressing health impacts of plans and programmes in SEA will be introduced. This is prepared in the context of the Protocol on SEA to the Espoo Convention.

     

  • Guidance on Impact Assessments for World Heritage Properties

     

    Abstract ID# 1038

    Presenting Author: Sarah  Court

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: The speaker will discuss the revision of the Guidance on Impact Assessments for World Heritage Properties that has taken place within the World Heritage Leadership programme

     

  • Harmonizing EIA policies for cross border projects in the SADC region

     

    Abstract ID# 743

    Presenting Author: Benjamin   Ofosu-Koranteng

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: We are connected: Integrating global interlinkages in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The presentation will review gaps and opportunities in existing ESIA legislations for Zambia and Botswana as well as practical lessons from the Kazungula Bridge project

     

  • Health Impact Assessment in Nigeria: An initiative whose time has come

     

    Abstract ID# 1004

    Presenting Author: Marcus  Chilaka

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: • The right conditions exist for integration of HIA into public policy in Nigeria, as in many developing countries. Improved awareness, especially using digital and technological progress, a

     

  • Health Impact Assessment of Air Pollution in Lisbon, Portugal

     

    Abstract ID# 1188

    Presenting Author: Karina Camasmie  Abe

    Coauthor(s):  Matilde Alexandra Rodrigues  Simone Georges El Khouri   Miraglia    

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Lisbon would avoid more than 423 premature deaths (equivalent to 9,172 life years’ gain) and save more than US$45 million annually if PM2.5 air pollutant concentration reached WHO standards.

     

  • HIA in Spain: reflections from 2 practical cases in urban planning

     

    Abstract ID# 958

    Presenting Author: Elvira  Domínguez Ares

    Coauthor(s):  Carlos Iglesias Merchán       

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Reflections on two practical cases of Health Impact Assessment in Urban Planning in Spain. Uncertainties, difficulties and opportunities found in the process.

     

  • HIA of the COVID-19 management and control policy measures in Navarre, Spai

     

    Abstract ID# 1596

    Presenting Author: Maite  Morteruel Arizcuren

    Coauthor(s):  Elena Aldasoro Unamuno  Unai   Martín Roncero   Anna Giné March  

    Preferred Session: The importance of COVID-19 and other zoonotic diseases in impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The policy measures adopted for COVID-19 have had an unavoidable impact on the social determinants of health. A Health Impact Assessment of these policy measures was carried out in Navarre.

     

  • HIA practices for transboundary management in special economic zones

     

    Abstract ID# 1057

    Presenting Author: Jittima  Rodsawad

    Coauthor(s):  Maladee Siripat  Panita   Charoensuk   Worawan Pongprasert   Pratoom Seedajit

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: This paper presents how health impact assessment can be a useful tool for transboundary health impacts management in special economic zones between Thailand and Lao PDR.

     

  • HIA: challenges for the indigenous population of the Brazilian Amazon

     

    Abstract ID# 1637

    Presenting Author: Missifany  Silveira

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Incorporating Indigenous knowledge into health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: AIS as a tool to identify impacts on vulnerable groups, such as indigenous peoples, during public consultations, before the construction of hydroelectric plants.

     

  • Hidden links between Covid19 global pandemic and the Impact Assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1587

    Presenting Author: Athanasios-Alexandru  Gavrilidis

    Coauthor(s):  Andreea Niță  Ramiro   Berardo   Stacey Fineran  

    Preferred Session: Public participation in the Digital Age: Are we hearing you?

    Summary Statement: Our paper discusses Covid19’s negative impact on the conduct of public meetings at which participation of stakeholders is essential to inform decision making and to achieve sustainability.

     

  • Hope or Hype? Using AI and data analytics to predict ESG performance

     

    Abstract ID# 869

    Presenting Author: Atiyah  Curmally

    Coauthor(s):  Susan Holleran  Carlos   Arias    

    Preferred Session: Smartening E&S skills in international finance

    Summary Statement: Discover how IFC is mining its 15 years’ worth of ESG due diligence data and using artificial intelligence and data analytics to strengthen due diligence and move markets.

     

  • How can digital tools support future marine EIAs?

     

    Abstract ID# 776

    Presenting Author: Anne Lise  Middelboe

    Coauthor(s):  Anders C. Erichsen       

    Preferred Session: Digital EIA: Is the smartening of EIA working?

    Summary Statement: We present an outlook and examples on how digital tools can support marine EIAs and discuss how digitalization can be used to implement new science for environmental impact screening.

     

  • How can EIA achieve public value in infrastructure projects?

     

    Abstract ID# 943

    Presenting Author: David  Gainsford

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Exploring approaches to using collaboration with communities in EIA processes to achieve long term public value through major infrastructure projects.

     

  • How does citizen science influence court decision? A case study of Thailand

     

    Abstract ID# 1020

    Presenting Author: Ashijya  Otwong

    Coauthor(s):  David Hunter       

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The article examines how citizen science evidence is used in environmental litigations in Thailand and how Thai court weigh scientific evidences from different sources in each case.

     

  • How Impact Assessment Toolkit can contribute to SDGs achievement

     

    Abstract ID# 1426

    Presenting Author: David  Pereira Jerez

    Coauthor(s):  Maria Teresa Gómez Villarino  Julia   Urquijo Reguera    

    Preferred Session: EIA

    Summary Statement: This work presents a state-of-the-art review on how all the impact assessment family of tools can contribute to SDGs achievement.

     

  • How much money and time does EIA is consuming? A case study from Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1390

    Presenting Author: Marcelo  Montaño

    Coauthor(s):  Vinicius Arthico Demori       

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: A thorough investigation regarding the cost and time consumed in EIA and decision-making processes, focused on projects of energy distribution systems.

     

  • How the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority improved decisions and public trust

     

    Abstract ID# 937

    Presenting Author: Andrea  MacLeod

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Importance of science, evidence, and meaningful engagement for IA decisions

    Summary Statement: In 2015 the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority launched a transparent and robust project and environmental review process. The result is improved decision making and increased public trust.

     

  • How to bridge the Gaps of ESIA Post Approval for Environmental Performance?

     

    Abstract ID# 1536

    Presenting Author: Alphonse  Habineza

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Challenges hindering the mitigation measures effectiveness are thoroughly reviewed and perspective approaches enabling positive environmental and social outcomes are provided

     

  • How to identify the solutions that will enhance impact?

     

    Abstract ID# 1323

    Presenting Author: Lea  Esterhuizen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Listening with technology: deepening the impact of impact assessments

    Summary Statement: We will cover our lessons learnt from the impact assessment field and share how our own work has evolved.

     

  • Human fallacies harming the relationship between projects and communities

     

    Abstract ID# 1333

    Presenting Author: Sérgio  Moreira

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Psycho-social impact assessment as an element of your work

    Summary Statement: The lack of consideration of key constructs in Social Psychology has lead to fallacies of humana behaviour that harm the relationship between projects and communities

     

  • Human rights violation in Niger delta fisheries

     

    Abstract ID# 1439

    Presenting Author: Ijeoma  Vincent-Akpu

    Coauthor(s):  Nenibarini Zabbey  Simeon   Kabari   Peter Onyagbodor  

    Preferred Session: Integrating human rights into ESHIA of agro, forestry, and fisheries projects

    Summary Statement: Experience has shown that integrating human rights in assessment of fisheries projects will not only ensure good planning and practice but also equitable and sustainable development of the s

     

  • IA and sustainable procurement for improving local livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 1363

    Presenting Author: Kedar  Uttam

    Coauthor(s):  Berit Balfors       

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: We reflect on inter-linking IA and sustainable procurement and discuss an innovative approach towards IA that emphasises dialogues and strategic thinking to protect local livelihoods.

     

  • IA governance evaluation in Iran and the role of new technologies

     

    Abstract ID# 1406

    Presenting Author: Behzad   Raissiyan

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Iran’s IA governance system systematically evaluated and the potential role and impacts of new IT based technology have been identified and discussed

     

  • IA, Climate Change and LNG projects in British Columbia: Quo Vadis?

     

    Abstract ID# 789

    Presenting Author: Adebayo  Majekolagbe

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: I consider how climate change has been integrated into the impact assessment of LNG projects in British Columbia, Canada. Climate change IA Guidelines for the LNG sector are proposed.

     

  • IFC Good Practice Handbook on Land Acquisition and Involuntary Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 1339

    Presenting Author: Larissa  Luy

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: An introduction and launch of IFC’s Good Practice Handbook on Land Acquisition and Involuntary Resettlement, a comprehensive practitioner’s guide for implementation of resettlement and livel

     

  • IFC/WB Global Guideline for Community Engagement on PPP Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 760

    Presenting Author: Rob  Stuart

    Coauthor(s):  Adriana Maria Eftimie  Craig   Sugden    

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: This PPP guide explains how communities affected by a PPP can engage in the project.

     

  • Impact Analysis for Waste Plastic Material Recovery

     

    Abstract ID# 840

    Presenting Author: Jong-Gwan  Jung

    Coauthor(s):  Sookjin Jeon  Jong-Min   Oh    

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: Development of measures to treat waste plastics pyrolysis for oil extraction across the LCA, and establishment of approach in the management policy against plastic issues.

     

  • Impact Assesment Procedure of Dams in Brazil, Latin America and Some OECD

     

    Abstract ID# 1425

    Presenting Author: Orleno  Marques da Silva Junior

    Coauthor(s):  Andre Andrade  Glória Maria   Martins   Camilo Martim   Vanessa Moraes Marco Dos Santos

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: This paper aims to present results from a comparative study of IA procedure of hydroelectric plants adopted in Brazil, with the procedure adopted in Latin America and OECD countries.

     

  • Impact assessment and indigenous people: the Brazilian HPPs cases

     

    Abstract ID# 1490

    Presenting Author: Federica  Sodré

    Coauthor(s):  Mariana Pinheiro  Carolina Maria   Heliodora   Caroline Freitas   Elisângela Almeida Botelho, Grace; Espécie, Mariana; Rosenthal, Vinicius

    Preferred Session: Integrating Indigenous rights and knowledges into impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Impact assessment: the Brazilian experience on assessing hydropower projects effects on indigenous people. Challenges and opportunities for methodology improvements.

     

  • impact assessment and sustainable development in Benin (western Africa)

     

    Abstract ID# 1288

    Presenting Author: Maximin  Djondo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: • In Benin, although environmental protection is one of the priority areas in policies designed for sustainable development, EIA seems not yet be a development tool in practice.

     

  • Impact assessment for desirable futures

     

    Abstract ID# 1206

    Presenting Author: MYUNGJIN  KIM

    Coauthor(s):  Sara Bice       

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: Asian perspectives inform three central lessons for IA presented in the following sections: the influence of culture, the centrality of policymaking and the increase in public participation.

     

  • Impact Assessment Guidelines for World Heritage

     

    Abstract ID# 1070

    Presenting Author: Feng  Jing

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: Feng Jing UNESCO - World Heritage Centre

     

  • Impact Assessment Guidelines for World Heritage

     

    Abstract ID# 1404

    Presenting Author: Rachel  Asante-Owusu

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: IUCN BBP programme officer

     

  • Impact Assessment in the continuum of indigenous sustainable development.

     

    Abstract ID# 1028

    Presenting Author: Anthony  Kalma

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: The author explores IA in the context of company-community relationships and “whole of life” project design and execution, that gives opportunity for strengthening opportunities for sustaine

     

  • Impact assessment of people affected by breakage of a mining dam in Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1156

    Presenting Author: Cláudia  Lima Ayer de Noronha

    Coauthor(s):  Laurent Rassi       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: The paper aims to describe the methodology used to identify and conduct the impact assessment of people affected by the breakage of a mining tailings dam that occurred in 2015 in Brazil.

     

  • IMPACT ASSESSMENT ON ARTIFICIAL WETLANDS

     

    Abstract ID# 1578

    Presenting Author: Carla  Palencia-Aguilar

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Peer learning on integration of climate change in development programs

    Summary Statement: Climate changes and anthropological effects were studied over an artificial wetland. Studied variables include: NDVI, Net Radiation, Temperature, Rain, Groundwater, Water Quality and Evapo

     

  • Impact assessment through a rural Ktaqmkuk Mi'kmaw lens

     

    Abstract ID# 774

    Presenting Author: Brady  Reid

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: This project examined the impact assessment process of the Maritime Link Project in Newfoundland (NL) and found that colonial relationships persist for rural Mi'kmaw communities in NL.

     

  • Impact Assessments: Capturing women’s voices

     

    Abstract ID# 1400

    Presenting Author: Anne-Claire  Tiphaine Guilhermi Olivera

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Gender in impact assessment: Experiences and perspectives

    Summary Statement: Two principles could be utilized by IA practitioners when conducting human rights impact assessment: inclusion of women’s perspective and provide women access to information.

     

  • Impact of Anti-Poverty Settlement Program on Rural Households in China

     

    Abstract ID# 1014

    Presenting Author: Cong  LI

    Coauthor(s):  Shuzhuo LI  Jie   LI    

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: We examine one of China’s anti-poverty relocation and settlement program—drawing insights of poor households’ livelihood strategy after moving out from the deep slopping mountain areas in we

     

  • Impact of Offshore Renewables on Human Communities

     

    Abstract ID# 820

    Presenting Author: John  Glasson

    Coauthor(s):  Bridget Durning  Kellie   Welch   Tokundo Olorundami  

    Preferred Session: Impact of offshore renewables on human communities

    Summary Statement: The presentation explores the evolving role of, and associated issues in, the use of Community Benefits Agreements in the development of major offshore wind farm projects.

     

  • Impact significance assessment: biodiversity indicators and technology

     

    Abstract ID# 835

    Presenting Author: Leonardo  Viana

    Coauthor(s):  Claire Elverum       

    Preferred Session: Assessing significance: Practical lessons from global IA projects

    Summary Statement: Discusses solutions to advance impact significance assessment: a biodiversity indicators methodology and research on technologies that improve delivery of the mitigation hierarchy.

     

  • Impactos acumulativos en iberoamerica

     

    Abstract ID# 931

    Presenting Author: Pilar  Clemente-Fernandez

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: Panel discussion,chair by Miles Scott-Brown, featuring experiences & lessons learned in CIA from the perspective of private consultancy, international institution and government regulator

     

  • Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica lecciones apprendidas

     

    Abstract ID# 892

    Presenting Author: Miles  Scott-Brown

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: Discussion of lessons learned from the application of cumulative impact assessment in iberoamerica

     

  • Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: perspectiva de consultor privado

     

    Abstract ID# 894

    Presenting Author: Juan  Quintero

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: The challenges of cumualtive impact assessment in Iberoamerica: las pespectivas desde la consultoria.

     

  • Impactos Acumulativos: Experiencia práctica del IFC

     

    Abstract ID# 1437

    Presenting Author: Leeanne  Alonso

    Coauthor(s):  Kate Lazarus  Pablo   Cardinale    

    Preferred Session: Impactos acumulativos en Iberoamerica: lecciones aprendidas (Seminario Iberoamericano - Session in Spanish. Submissions in English Accepted)

    Summary Statement: Experience of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Cumulative Impact Assessment/ Experiencia del la IFC con impacts acumulativos

     

  • Implementation challenges for SEIA in Mexico

     

    Abstract ID# 1503

    Presenting Author: Julio   Trujillo Segura

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: The Energy Transition Law attributes SEMARNAT to SEIA, unfolding important challenges for its implementation. While the Energy Transition Law has been published in 2015, it has not been put into effect. It is until 2019 that a process to evaluate projects has been unveiled.

     

  • Implementing UNDRIP into IA through Legislation

     

    Abstract ID# 928

    Presenting Author: Debbie  Chan

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Implementing UNDRIP into IA for better decisions

    Summary Statement: The Province of British Columbia recently implemented UNDRIP through the new Environmental Assessment Act, which requires BC to seek to achieve consensus with Indigenous nations on assessmen

     

  • Improper Segmentation of Projects and Underestimation of Cumulative Impacts

     

    Abstract ID# 1202

    Presenting Author: Enrique Arturo   Oyarzún Iglesias

    Coauthor(s):  Jorge Garcia       

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: We will analyze some Chilean EIA cases where criteria to determine te existence of improper segmentation of projects were used to underestimate cumulative impacts.

     

  • Improving efficiency and effectiveness in EIA - Looking across the oceans

     

    Abstract ID# 1194

    Presenting Author: Christine   Lamont

    Coauthor(s):  Cameron Grebe       

    Preferred Session: Scaling out, not up! Improve IA efficiency via collaboration and dataficati

    Summary Statement: Dr Christine Lamont, Chief Environmental Scientist, NOPSEMA, Australia

     

  • Improving regulatory frameworks for ESIA in mining for governments

     

    Abstract ID# 1279

    Presenting Author: Clémence   Naré

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: The IGF Guidance for Governments: Improving Frameworks for Environmental and Social Impact Assessment and Management will be presented. It provides tools for ESIA good governance in mining.

     

  • In house – effective and proportionate SEA for Scottish Government

     

    Abstract ID# 839

    Presenting Author: Rebecca  Young

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: Scottish Government’s SEA team deliver SEA's and advice on a range of national projects. This presentation/paper will cover our approach with emphasis on managing risks and uncertainties in

     

  • Including health into urban planning through SEA

     

    Abstract ID# 1232

    Presenting Author: Josep Maria  Torrents Abad

    Coauthor(s):  Irene Martín Montes       

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: The Government of Catalonia has worked with different stakeholders to develop an strategy to introduce the health in an integrated way by sustainability in the SEA of urban planning.

     

  • Inclusive gender-based “indicator frameworks”?

     

    Abstract ID# 1133

    Presenting Author: Dawn  Hoogeveen

    Coauthor(s):  Maya Gislason  Vanessa   Sloan Morgan   Chris Buse   Margot Parkes

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: We question if indicator tools can be useful to analyze gender within Social Impact Assessment given the sensitive nature of equity related data.

     

  • Indicators for the estimation of environmental impacts on fragile ecosystem

     

    Abstract ID# 1116

    Presenting Author: Marvic Angélica  Rico Gallegos

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Analyze of two projects evaluated by Senace located on wetlands in the Peruvian Andes and the use of spatial web-enabled tools for the estimation of environmental impacts

     

  • Indigenous Co-Developed Sustainability Criteria in the Ring of Fire

     

    Abstract ID# 734

    Presenting Author: Cole  Atlin

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating Indigenous rights and knowledges into impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Researchers and members from Eabametoong First Nation collaboratively developed sustainability criteria for assessments in the proposed mining developments in their traditional territory.

     

  • Indigenous Impact Assessment and Indigenous Sustainable Livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 1023

    Presenting Author: Ciaran  O'Faircheallaigh

    Coauthor(s):  Ginger Gibson       

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: Indigenous controlled impact assessment seeks to ensure that proposed projects are only approved if they are ecologically, socially and culturally sustainable.

     

  • Indigenous knowledge and western science in Impact Assessment in Canada

     

    Abstract ID# 1620

    Presenting Author: Rachel  Olson

    Coauthor(s):  Michel Bérubé      Member of an Indigenous Community in Canada  

    Preferred Session: Integrating Indigenous rights and knowledges into impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Members of the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada’s Advisory Committees present approaches to effectively weaving together Indigenous knowledge and western science in impact assessments.

     

  • Indigenous knowledge in impact assessment – the Inuvialuit example

     

    Abstract ID# 1137

    Presenting Author: Bengt   Pettersson

    Coauthor(s):  Gerald Inglangasuk       

    Preferred Session: Integrating Indigenous rights and knowledges into impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The Inuvialuit Final Agreement established a resource co-management regime in Canada’s Western Arctic region. We will describe how ITK is incorporated into impact assessment decisions.

     

  • Indonesia Experience on The Use of CSS on Involuntary Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 1424

    Presenting Author: Jeffry   Anwar

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses the process of setting up the use of country safeguards system to be aligned with international best practices on involuntary resettlement.

     

  • Institutional and Regulatory Framework for EIA in Uganda: A SWOT analysis

     

    Abstract ID# 866

    Presenting Author: George   Edema Taako

    Coauthor(s):  Kiemo Karatu  Edward   Andama    

    Preferred Session: How does EIA influence decision making in the oil and gas sector?

    Summary Statement: The current institutional and regulatory framework for EIA in Uganda, an economy with emerging oil and gas sector present SWOTs for achieving the SDGs.

     

  • Intangible Cultural Heritage under the World Bank’s ESF

     

    Abstract ID# 1577

    Presenting Author: Samaneh   Hemat

    Coauthor(s):  Vincent Roquet       

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: The paper proposes to examine how cultural heritage, in particular intangible cultural heritage, is understood and managed in World Bank projects.

     

  • Integrated and Sustainable Sourou Development Program, Mali

     

    Abstract ID# 1083

    Presenting Author: Bakary  Kone

    Coauthor(s):  BELLO ETIENNE       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: Sourou sub-basin, inter-community, sustainable development, strategic axes.

     

  • Integrated Water Resources Management as a tool to address biodiversity

     

    Abstract ID# 1298

    Presenting Author: Jeanette   Normand

    Coauthor(s):  Judith Muhomba       

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is synonymous with systems thinking which is a core tenant of Impact Assessment

     

  • Integrating Climate Change and Carbon Reduction into EIA in Asia

     

    Abstract ID# 1301

    Presenting Author: Chochoe  Devaporihartakula

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: Good practices to integrate climate change mitigation and adaptation measures into EIAs are limited, especially in developing countries, due to lack of EIA mechanisms to handle uncertainty.

     

  • Integrating climate change into Impact Assessments as a means of safeguardi

     

    Abstract ID# 1297

    Presenting Author: Judith   Muhomba

    Coauthor(s):  Jeanette Normand       

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: Impact Assessment is a useful tool wherein to conduct climate risk assessments. Donor agencies like the United States Agency for International Development have recognized the importance of i

     

  • Integrating Climate Change Mitigation into EA: The Canadian Experience

     

    Abstract ID# 745

    Presenting Author: Meinhard  Doelle

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: The paper assesses the Canadian experience with the consideration of GHG emissions in project assessments under the new IAA.

     

  • Integrating climate change scenarios for assessing baseline scenario trends

     

    Abstract ID# 1548

    Presenting Author: Emmanuel  Garbolino

    Coauthor(s):  Guillermo Hinojos-Mendoza  Cesar Arturo   Gutierrez Ramos   Jessica Mariscal Guerra   Liliana Jáquez Frías Dulce María Heredia Corral

    Preferred Session: Peer learning on integration of climate change in development programs

    Summary Statement: ASES proposes a toolbox in order to assess the potential evolution of biodiversity and environment of the baseline scenario according to climate change at very high spatial resolution.

     

  • Integrating Human rights assessment in Niger delta fisheries communities

     

    Abstract ID# 1628

    Presenting Author: ijeoma  Vincent-Akpu

    Coauthor(s):  Aduabobo Hart       

    Preferred Session: Integrating human rights into ESHIA of agro, forestry, and fisheries projects

    Summary Statement: Experience has shown that integrating human rights in assessment of fisheries projects and other activities will not only ensure good practice but also equitable and sustainable development

     

  • Integrating SEA and IWRM in catchment landscape planning and governance

     

    Abstract ID# 768

    Presenting Author: Rob  Nieuwenhuis

    Coauthor(s):  Francois Tetero  Remy   Mugunga    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: Catchment Committees and process integration of SEA and IWRM to develop catchment plans leads to sustainable governance and green growth in Rwanda’s landscape of a thousand hills

     

  • Intelligent Environmental Estate – automating portfolio wide environmenta

     

    Abstract ID# 1483

    Presenting Author: Christopher   Bowles

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Machine learning can transform our understanding of the environment and drive our decision making.

     

  • Inter-agency collaboration in Canada: implementing a new IA process

     

    Abstract ID# 1384

    Presenting Author: Laura  Randall

    Coauthor(s):  Colette Spagnuolo  Candida   Cianci    

    Preferred Session: Strengthening IA through inter-governmental cooperation

    Summary Statement: Canada has developed a new, efficient approach to integrate the regulatory processes for major energy projects into federal impact assessments.

     

  • Inter-Governmental Cooperation in IA: A Practitioner's Perspective

     

    Abstract ID# 991

    Presenting Author: Celesa  Horvath

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strengthening IA through inter-governmental cooperation

    Summary Statement: This presentation will provide a practitioner’s perspective on procedural and practical issues arising from inter-governmental cooperation in IA and suggestions to address them.

     

  • Interactive visualization for ecological and cultural conservation: SE Asia

     

    Abstract ID# 1077

    Presenting Author: Alan  Potkin

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital EIA: Is the smartening of EIA working?

    Summary Statement: Working in mainland SE Asia, I see very slender adoption here of Digital EIA in conventional project evaluation; or in downstream learning praxis. My counterparts are able but thwarted.

     

  • Internet surveys in impact assessments and in public policy evaluations

     

    Abstract ID# 906

    Presenting Author: Claude  Saint-Pierre

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Public participation in the Digital Age: Are we hearing you?

    Summary Statement: Real-life examples from using internet surveys in public policy evaluations: what do they tell us about developing the use of internet surveys for public consultation in impact assessment?

     

  • Investigating the challenges of SEA implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 1181

    Presenting Author: Marco  Gutierrez

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: We investigate the implementation phase of the Melbourne Strategic Assessment, including the progress in achieving biodiversity outcomes and the challenges arising in the SEA implementation.

     

  • invoking nature-culture linkages to strengthen EIA implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 1222

    Presenting Author: SONALI  GHOSH

    Coauthor(s):  Vinod Mathur       

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: Nature-Culture linkage as an indicator of effective implementation of post EIA measures in heritage sites

     

  • Involuntary Resettlement in Nepal: A Portfolio Review

     

    Abstract ID# 1040

    Presenting Author: Lars  Soeftestad

    Coauthor(s):  Steve Gorzula  Rajan K.   Shrestha    

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: The paper presents an overview of involuntary resettlement in Nepal. It focuses on social and environmental impact assessment and gives guidance to future cases of involuntary resettlement.

     

  • Involuntary Resettlement of Rural Communities

     

    Abstract ID# 1269

    Presenting Author: Kwadwo   Gyampo

    Coauthor(s):  Said Sham-un Alhassan        

    Preferred Session: Indigenous Peoples

    Summary Statement: Resettlement Action Planning is a proven and time tested social assessment tool for effective evaluation of involuntary resettlement for Project Affected Persons.

     

  • Irrigation and water quality of the Doce river after the Fundão Dam failur

     

    Abstract ID# 1625

    Presenting Author: Aline  Souza Cavalcante

    Coauthor(s):  Érica Cristina Padovani Haller  Luisa   Nunes Ramaldes   Brígida Gusso Maioli   Vilma Maria Cavinatto Maria Claudia Braga Paley

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: Assess a possible causation between the disruption and temporal changes in water quality parameters with focus on irrigation use during the dry season, from Risoleta Neves Power Plan

     

  • Is adhering to a rational decision making model irrational?

     

    Abstract ID# 884

    Presenting Author: Carolyn   Cameron

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: For decades planners and environmental scientists have debated “rational’ decisions. Applying scientific reductionist approaches may work for simple choices, but fails to tackle complexity.

     

  • Is Compact City really Effective in Reducing Natural Disaster Damages?

     

    Abstract ID# 1564

    Presenting Author: SEUNGWON  KANG

    Coauthor(s):  JAEWEON YEOM  DALBYUL   LEE   JUCHUL JUNG  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: The effects of "compact city" on natural disasters were analyzed under the premise that natural disaster damage could occur differently depending on the various perspectives on urban form.

     

  • Is there a sustainable future for hydropower?

     

    Abstract ID# 843

    Presenting Author: Roel  Slootweg

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Building sustainable project pipelines in infrastructure finance

    Summary Statement: For hydropower to play its role in a green energy future it has to be assessed within a strategic planning framework at river basin and at energy sector level.

     

  • Ishanlosen Odiaua

     

    Abstract ID# 1259

    Presenting Author: Ishanlosen   Odiaua

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: Social Development

     

  • Ismael Asnar

     

    Abstract ID# 1525

    Presenting Author: Ismael  Aznar

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The energy transition

    Summary Statement: Director General for Environmental Quality and Assessment at the Spanish Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge Spain.

     

  • James Lea-Cox (Chair)

     

    Abstract ID# 794

    Presenting Author: James  Lea-Cox

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Emerging issues in ESG risk management

    Summary Statement: James Lea-Cox, Senior Environmental Advisor, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), London, UK

     

  • Joint sector review of ESIAs. How effective is the process in Uganda?

     

    Abstract ID# 907

    Presenting Author: Justine  Namara

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Reform of EsIA implementation for greater efficiency and effectiveness

    Summary Statement: ESIA reviews in Uganda are taking a new approach of joint review compared to individual reviews. How efficient is this process in addressing the negative impacts of large scale projects?

     

  • Julio Castro González

     

    Abstract ID# 1527

    Presenting Author: Julio  Castro González

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The energy transition

    Summary Statement: CEO in Iberdrola Renewables Spain

     

  • Kate Lazarus, International Finance Corporation, Myanmar

     

    Abstract ID# 1522

    Presenting Author: Kate  Lazarus

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Strategic Planning for Hydropower with Environmental and Social Values

    Summary Statement: This presentation will show IFC's approaches to addressing strategic planning.

     

  • Keep one's feet firmly on the ground: some limitations of global datasets

     

    Abstract ID# 1048

    Presenting Author: Suzanne  Cotillon

    Coauthor(s):  Fabien Quétier  Catherine   André    

    Preferred Session: Catch the worm! Early biodiversity risk screening for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: The current enthusiasm for global datasets and increasingly automated risk screening carries its own risks and limitations, which we discuss using examples from Biotope’s global practice.

     

  • Kenyan Oil for healthy development - Health Impact Assessment for the SDGs

     

    Abstract ID# 1342

    Presenting Author: Filipe  Silva

    Coauthor(s):  Duncan Oyaro  Robert   Bos   Salim Vohra   James Kambo

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: The Kenyan government is institutionalizing HIA integrated with ESIA. This IDA-funded multi-component project will enhance the petroleum sector’s contribution to SDG3 and other SDGs.

     

  • Kevin D'Souza

     

    Abstract ID# 851

    Presenting Author: Kevin  D'Souza

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Emerging issues in ESG risk management

    Summary Statement: Over 25 years of experience in the mining sector in over 50 countries focused on environmental, sustainability and security management for both the private and public sectors

     

  • Key assumptions underlying effective strategic environmental management

     

    Abstract ID# 1558

    Presenting Author: Dirk  Cilliers

    Coauthor(s):  Theunis Meyer  Francois   Retief   Reece Alberts   Claudine Roos

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: This paper applies the Theory of Change (ToC) method to critically reflect on the South African EMF system (similar to SEA) and identify the key assumptions underlying its effectiveness

     

  • Key updates in the EIB's Environmental and Social framework

     

    Abstract ID# 825

    Presenting Author: Adina  Relicovschi

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Advancements in environmental and social policies of the European IFIs

    Summary Statement: In 2021, the EU Bank will be reviewing its E&S Sustainability Framework that set the policy context for mainstreaming sustainability into its investments. What are the key updates?

     

  • Land Acquisition Impact Assessment and Management

     

    Abstract ID# 732

    Presenting Author: Kenji  Ogura

    Coauthor(s):  Tetsuya Otani       

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: The Land Acquisition Impact Assessment and Management (LAIAM) has been introduced as a social impact assessment in Japan. This paper discusses how LAIAM works by effectively using GIS.

     

  • Land Policy Reform in China: Chances and Challenges to Involuntary Resettle

     

    Abstract ID# 1349

    Presenting Author: Qingnian  YU

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: The presentation will review the recent comprehensive land policy reform in China and examine its impacts on involuntary resettlement from various aspects.

     

  • Learning by doing: the value of adaptive management for deep-sea mining

     

    Abstract ID# 1633

    Presenting Author: Jayden  Hyman

    Coauthor(s):  Rodney Stewart  Oz   Sahin    

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: Addressing uncertainty in deep-sea mining projects using adaptive management: concepts, approach, and tools to move from theory to practice

     

  • Learning from IA: Follow-up, monitoring & adaptive management

     

    Abstract ID# 848

    Presenting Author: Patricia  Fitzpatrick

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: This presentation identifies avenues for more consistent, best practice guidance for follow-up & monitoring.

     

  • Learning from our Grandfathers: Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science

     

    Abstract ID# 1295

    Presenting Author: Bob  Watts

    Coauthor(s):  Jessica Perritt  Sarah   Hirschorn   Alexander Blyth  

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: A reflection on benefits from lessons regarding relationship, research methods and describing ways NWMO continues to develop a deeper understandings of site selection.

     

  • Legal Aspects of Social License to Operate and Impact Assessment in Mining

     

    Abstract ID# 1231

    Presenting Author: Leila  Neimane

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: The presentation explores the need to legislate the SLO, using soft law or hard law, and whether it should be done through interconnecting the legislative requirements of the EIA.

     

  • Legislation, Performance Standards and the Dingleton Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 979

    Presenting Author: Gwendolyn  Wellmann

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: This paper will explore the ongoing resettlement of Dingleton town against the backdrop of the South African legal and regulatory framework, as well as the IFC’s Performance Standard 5.

     

  • Lessons from Resettlement in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Situations

     

    Abstract ID# 1216

    Presenting Author: Abhishek  Singh

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: Resettlement challenges and opportunities in fragile and conflict-affected situations.

     

  • Lessons from the first SEA in the eastern Canadian Arctic

     

    Abstract ID# 1485

    Presenting Author: Heather  Rasmussen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating Indigenous rights and knowledges into impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Lessons from the Nunavut Impact Review Board’s first SEA which emphasized transparency, public participation, and utilization of both scientific information and local indigenous knowledge.

     

  • LESSONS LEARND FROM A HEALTH IMPACT ASSESSMENT TRAINING PROGRAM IN PORTUGAL

     

    Abstract ID# 1128

    Presenting Author: LUCIANA   COSTA

    Coauthor(s):  Alexandra Costa  Teresa   Caldas de Almeida    

    Preferred Session: New learning approaches for HIA capacity strengthening

    Summary Statement: The development of a national policy to provide a framework for effective HIA implementation in Portugal is crucial to promote health in all policies, intersectorial colaboration and SDGs

     

  • Lessons learned from developing guidelines to assess impacts on well-being

     

    Abstract ID# 1615

    Presenting Author: Kate  Mansfield

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: General best practice principles for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Considering well-being in EIA is difficult yet important. The Review Board developed guidelines for assessing impacts on people with a focus on well-being. This presentation shares lessons l

     

  • Lessons learned to move forward Health in All Policies approach

     

    Abstract ID# 1251

    Presenting Author: Anna  Giné March

    Coauthor(s):  Maite Morteruel  Elena   Aldasoro    

    Preferred Session: Strengthening IA through inter-governmental cooperation

    Summary Statement: Using Health Impact Assessment and Health Equity Lens to move forward Health in All Policies approach: Experiences from the Basque Country.

     

  • Lessons learnt in cumulative impact assessment: Case studies from Mongolia

     

    Abstract ID# 1193

    Presenting Author: Anarmaa  Sharkhuu

    Coauthor(s):  Bayarjargal Batsukh  Miles   Scott-Brown    

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: As CIA is widely adopted in developing countries, the discrepancy in national legislation and international best practice arise, and both IA practitioners and regulators have little experien

     

  • Lessons on OHS Compliance in Infrastrucure Projects in Nigeria

     

    Abstract ID# 750

    Presenting Author: Adeolu  Ojo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: This paper presents an overview of lessons learnt from World Bank Assisted projects in Nigeria, and recommends the measures that can be instituted to facilitate OHS compliance.

     

  • Linking ESG assessment, safeguarding, impact additionality and ESG rating

     

    Abstract ID# 1362

    Presenting Author: Neal  Barker

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smartening E&S skills in international finance

    Summary Statement: Hear about the important but sometime fractured links between international ESG assessment, safeguarding criteria, ESG impact additionally criteria and ESG ratings and how they are applied.

     

  • Literature Review of Good Practices in National Systems for ESIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1611

    Presenting Author: Brian  Ndirangu

    Coauthor(s):  Remi Moncel  Peter   Chapman   Julia Bucknall   Victor Mosoti Maninder Gill

    Preferred Session: Reform of EsIA implementation for greater efficiency and effectiveness

    Summary Statement: This presentation will share findings from a World Bank Literature Review of Good Practices in National Systems for ESIA.

     

  • Livelihoods restoration: much more than ‘compensation add-on’

     

    Abstract ID# 1415

    Presenting Author: Ana Maria  Esteves

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New directions in livelihood restoration in project design and beyond

    Summary Statement: If we want to place the interests and concerns of economically displaced people at the centre of project design and planning, what would an enabling indicator framework look like?

     

  • Local Content Strategy as a risk mitigant in large scale investments

     

    Abstract ID# 1457

    Presenting Author: Gosia  Nowakowska-Miller

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Local content development: Advances in approaches, tools, and governance

    Summary Statement: This presentation discusses how a local content strategy is an example of a tool in managing local stakeholder expectations which can create risks to the viability of large scale investments

     

  • Local Economic Development and Community Driven Development for Livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 965

    Presenting Author: Varalakshmi  Vemuru

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New directions in livelihood restoration in project design and beyond

    Summary Statement: A combination of Community Driven Development and Local Economic Development has been useful in supporting livelihoods for host and refugees in the Horn of Africa.

     

  • Local government policy of geothermal development in Japan

     

    Abstract ID# 938

    Presenting Author: Takumi  Nagashima

    Coauthor(s):  Takehiko Murayama  Shigeo   Nishikizawa    

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: We examined measures to be taken in the future by investigating the intentions and current measures of geothermal development in Japanese local governments.

     

  • LOOPHOLES IN RISK ANALYSIS IN FOOD SAFETY REGULATIONS IN VIETNAM: A CHALLEN

     

    Abstract ID# 1166

    Presenting Author: HANG  NGUYEN

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: In Vietnam, the risk analysis in food safety regulations does not fully apply in practice is the reason for food safety incidents that happen every day.

     

  • Low Carbon Wind Turbine Bases – It’s Possible!

     

    Abstract ID# 1114

    Presenting Author: Aniqah  Misbach

    Coauthor(s):  Cyril Attwell  Barry   Wiesner    

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: A case study of two wind farms in South Africa which have taken steps to reduce the carbon footprint of their turbine foundations and how this can be taken further.

     

  • LPA in the social impact of hydropower dams on Mekong fishing villages

     

    Abstract ID# 742

    Presenting Author: John  Pilgrim

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: LPA permits the retention of household livelihoods systems of fishing villages affected by hydropower development and their inclusion in sustainable development.

     

  • Mainstreaming environment and climate into EU cooperation programmes

     

    Abstract ID# 1540

    Presenting Author: Jiri  Dusik

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Advancements in environmental and social policies of the European IFIs

    Summary Statement: Experience from mainstreaming of environmental and climate change issues into EU cooperation programmes with its European partner countries: successes and critical factors for the road ahead

     

  • Major Project Assessment in Canada: Resolving a Future from Present Unrest

     

    Abstract ID# 936

    Presenting Author: George  Hegmann

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Opportunities of impact assessment information and process to meet resource use conflicts for major projects in Canada within a changing world.

     

  • Making Programmatic Decisions: Programmatic Impact Assessment in the US

     

    Abstract ID# 1554

    Presenting Author: Michelle  Rau

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: We will discuss program (multi-project) level environmental assessments, topics will include an overview of programmatic impact assessment methodology, best practices, project case studies.

     

  • Managing compliance: a review of mining industry challenges and solutions

     

    Abstract ID# 1165

    Presenting Author: Emily  Harris

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Mining operations frequently have hundreds of obligations to track and report against. This session reviews how the industry is responding to a growing global demand for transparency.

     

  • Managing Impacts from Onshore Seismic in the Voltaian Basin of Ghana

     

    Abstract ID# 1443

    Presenting Author: Larry  Kotoe

    Coauthor(s):  Kojo Agbenor-Efunam       

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Mitigating the impacts of 2D Seismic exploration in a multi socio-cultural communities and ecologically sensitive habitats through a livelihood and compensation framework.

     

  • Managing the environmental footprint in the extractive industry

     

    Abstract ID# 1158

    Presenting Author: David  Vexler

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: The ECO Score is an effective and innovative tool used to manage environmental matters, hold employees accountable and create value for all stakeholders.

     

  • Manipulaton of the EIA system by the misuse of environmental models

     

    Abstract ID# 1201

    Presenting Author: Jorge Ignacio   García Nielsen

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Addressing reprisal risks in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Manipulation of environmental models and significance impact criteria in order to underestimate environmental impacts is a common practice that should be regulated.

     

  • María López Sanchis

     

    Abstract ID# 1526

    Presenting Author: María  López Sanchis

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The energy transition

    Summary Statement: General Director for Environmental Quality and Climate Change, Regional Government of Andalusia, Spain

     

  • MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT: THE FRENCH MEDITERRANEAN CASE STUDY

     

    Abstract ID# 766

    Presenting Author: FREDERIC  VILLERS

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: French Mediterranean authorities have published the guidebook « Eval_Impact » to improve marine EIA. French regulations, methodology, mitigation hierarchy and environmental monitoring are de

     

  • Meaningful public participation in early planning under Canada’s new IA A

     

    Abstract ID# 1350

    Presenting Author: Anna  Johnston

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: This paper compares principles of meaningful participation and early planning to Canada’s new IA law, identifying challenges and opportunities for deliberative engagement and effective IAs

     

  • Meaningful stakeholder engagement for successful project implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 923

    Presenting Author: Sonja  Derkum

    Coauthor(s):  Sladjana Cosic       

    Preferred Session: IFIs and adoption of lessons learned through their accountability functions

    Summary Statement: DO YOU (WANT TO) HEAR MY VOICE? The Complaints Mechanism and operational services of the EIB present complaints and lessons learned about meaningful stakeholder engagement and public consult

     

  • Measuring marine biodiversity impact significance

     

    Abstract ID# 1238

    Presenting Author: Jan-Willem  van Bochove

    Coauthor(s):  Edward Pollard  Suzanne   Livingstone    

    Preferred Session: Assessing significance: Practical lessons from global IA projects

    Summary Statement: We discuss key challenges for assessing marine biodiversity significance and identify practical approaches that can be used to work with limited data to effectively assess impacts.

     

  • Mechanism for Controlling Pollution Emissions in Hong Kong

     

    Abstract ID# 1223

    Presenting Author: Stanley  Lau

    Coauthor(s):  Marlene Ho       

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: The presentation gives an overview on the pollution discharge control mechanism in Hong Kong and how EIA findings canplay a role in it for major developments.

     

  • Mediation as grievance recognition in SIAs for offshore O&G and fisheries

     

    Abstract ID# 1638

    Presenting Author: Alex  Cisneros

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Discussion on the potential mediation effect of recognizing pre-existing community grievances: the case of SIAs for offshore exploratory O&G and fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico

     

  • Mercury, noise, and graves: making the links to improve Indigenous HIA

     

    Abstract ID# 792

    Presenting Author: Bruce  Muir

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Incorporating Indigenous knowledge into health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Deficiencies in Indigenous HIA methods, analysis, and engagement are identified, strategies and opportunities to improve its procedural and substantive effectiveness are presented.

     

  • Method and Experience of Social Risk Assessment for fixed assets investment

     

    Abstract ID# 1025

    Presenting Author: Xiaochen  Zhang

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: This paper takes an environmental pollution project as an example to analyze the evolution of social risk and risk social theory from the perspective of risk society, sort out the appeals an

     

  • Methodology for the determination of project vulnerability analysis

     

    Abstract ID# 1449

    Presenting Author: M. ESTHER  VALDIVIA

    Coauthor(s):  VANESSA RODRÍGUEZ       

    Preferred Session: Riesgos y vulnerabilidades (CONEIA - Spanish submissions only)

    Summary Statement: A methodology for determining the vulnerability analysis of an industrial project in four steps

     

  • Mineral exploration: Public participation in Finland, Germany and Spain

     

    Abstract ID# 1281

    Presenting Author: Ludger  Benighaus

    Coauthor(s):  Christina Benighaus       

    Preferred Session: Beginning with the end in mind

    Summary Statement: The EU-project INFACT focusses on innovative exploration technologies. Authors will present the stakeholder process at three reference sites in Spain, Germany and Finland.

     

  • Mining development and Canadian First Nations’ governance instruments

     

    Abstract ID# 1147

    Presenting Author: Sandy  Worden

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Implementing FPIC through the IA processes

    Summary Statement: Canadian First Nations are proactively responding to mineral resource development on their traditional territories by developing their own governance instruments.

     

  • Mitigating community encroachment in a jetty area.

     

    Abstract ID# 808

    Presenting Author: Patrick  Marco

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Indigenous Peoples

    Summary Statement: The PNG LNG Project is working with relevant stakeholders to sustainably manage ongoing encroachments by local fisherman into the exclusion zones of the LNG plant site jetty area.

     

  • Mitigation hierarchy the Brazilian experience on hydropower planning

     

    Abstract ID# 1491

    Presenting Author: Federica  Sodré

    Coauthor(s):  Caroline Freitas  Elisângela   Almeida   Mariana Espécie   Mariana Pinheiro

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: Mitigation hierarchy a strategic methodology to improve hydropower planning. The experience of Brazilian Energy Research Office: challenges, constraints, and opportunities on Amazon Region.

     

  • Mitigation of operational impacts of hydropower projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1159

    Presenting Author: Daniel  Pires

    Coauthor(s):  Patrícia Rodrigues       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guideline for wildlife-friendly renewable energies

    Summary Statement: We address the mitigation of operational impacts of hydropower infrastructures. The inclusion of mitigation measures in environmental guidelines for the sector will be discussed.

     

  • Mizuki Murai

     

    Abstract ID# 926

    Presenting Author: Mizuki  Murai

    Coauthor(s):  Peter Shadie       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: Conservation Officer, IUCN World Heritage Programme

     

  • Monitoring vegetation for the Camisea Gas Project: Impacts and Recovery

     

    Abstract ID# 1455

    Presenting Author: Gerardo   Leunda

    Coauthor(s):  Guillermo Dias  Wilfredo   Mendoza Caballero   Sheila Romero Moreno   Catherine Sahley Elena Mendoza Saldivar

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Long-term aerial and on the ground monitoring of vegetation impacts and recovery for the Camisea natural gas project shows canopy closure and positive restoration trajectories.

     

  • Mtwara corridor: Applying the mitigation hierarchy at a landscape level

     

    Abstract ID# 916

    Presenting Author: Diego  Juffe Bignoli

    Coauthor(s):  Japhet Kashaigili  Pantaleo   Munishi   Lawrence Mwambo  

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment of large-scale linear infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Key decision-making process around risk management and spatially explicit application of the mitigation hierarchy for the Mtwara development corridor in Southern Tanzania.

     

  • Multi-stakeholders Participation in SEA: Interaction that Shapes Landscape

     

    Abstract ID# 1434

    Presenting Author: Astrid  Puspitasari

    Coauthor(s):  Riza Harizajudin  Rudolf   Abrauw    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: Lessons learned from Indonesia on understanding the interaction between humans and the landscape in SEA for spatial planning, interrelations across administrative borders and multi-stakehold

     

  • Multidisciplinary approach and public participation in the EIA,Senace-Perú

     

    Abstract ID# 1119

    Presenting Author: Javier  Macera

    Coauthor(s):  Silvia Feria       

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: This paper describes how Senace (Peruvian environmental authority) has integrated the public participation and the multidisciplinary evaluation of EIA, trough a qualitative case study.

     

  • Multisectoral Cooperation in the application of measures for aircraft noise

     

    Abstract ID# 1142

    Presenting Author: Cesar Octavio  Ramos Hidalgo

    Coauthor(s):  Yesenia Patricia Segura Milla       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Multisectoral cooperation experience in the application of measures to mitigate aircraft noise, as a result of the proyect evaluation for the improve of the capacity of Lima´s Airport.

     

  • New diagnostic tool for country ESIA systems

     

    Abstract ID# 1265

    Presenting Author: Bobbi  Schijf

    Coauthor(s):  Peter Tarr       

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: We present a new diagnostic tool to assess country ESIA systems and we share insights from the first applications.

     

  • New Geoinformatics Tool for Environmental Assessment&Management in Thailand

     

    Abstract ID# 1058

    Presenting Author: SIRIVIMON  SANRACH

    Coauthor(s):  RACHIT SATTAPUN  WITTAYA   UDOMWONGWIWAT   CHUTIMON PIROMYAPORN   PENRUG PENGSOMBUT SURADANAI AUGSORNTUNG

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Develop geoinformatics tool for environmental assessment&management. The tool can easily used to verify protected area and to identify type of Environmental report required by Thailand laws

     

  • New insight into the pollution discharge permit system in China

     

    Abstract ID# 864

    Presenting Author: Haisuo  Wu

    Coauthor(s):  Jian Liu       

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: This paper introduced the design, progress, achievements and existing problems of pollution discharge permit system in China and put forward some suggestions.

     

  • Next gen EIA management using digital tools to avoid information overload

     

    Abstract ID# 1253

    Presenting Author: Magdalena  Wilczek

    Coauthor(s):  Katarzyna Fedyk  Luke   Strickland    

    Preferred Session: How to successfully conduct an EIA/SEA in the digital era

    Summary Statement: Big data is already disrupting traditional approaches to EIA management. This paper explores next generation EIA management and the use of digital tools to avoid information overload.

     

  • O&G offshore activities and Economic Impact Assessment on fishery sector

     

    Abstract ID# 1123

    Presenting Author: Paolo  Pucillo

    Coauthor(s):  Antonino Cuzzola  Martina   Gardoni   Claudia Caracciolo   Petar Djurovic Vassilis Tsetoglou

    Preferred Session: Impact of offshore renewables on human communities

    Summary Statement: The O&G offshore activities could generate an economic impact on fish sector; presentation of an approach that tries to do an objective assessment of the related impacts

     

  • Odor impact assessment of a petrochemical industrial complex

     

    Abstract ID# 1262

    Presenting Author: Clara  Ribeiro

    Coauthor(s):  Miguel Coutinho  Carlos   Borrego   Alexandra Silva   Fernando Leão Túlio Paiva

    Preferred Session: Odor impact assessment: International experience and new technologies

    Summary Statement: The greater or lesser acceptability of citizens to odors depends not only on the level of intensity to which individuals are exposed, but also on factors that characterize the context of the

     

  • Odour Studies as part of Feasibility Analysis for New Projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1074

    Presenting Author: Angélica  García

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Odor impact assessment: International experience and new technologies

    Summary Statement: In this work, a review of technical tools available to identify and quantify potential odour impacts on new projects is presented

     

  • Offshore EIA and marine biodiversity conservation

     

    Abstract ID# 1569

    Presenting Author: Cristiano  Vilardo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: Marine biodiversity faces increasing conservation challenges. EIA of offshore activities can be of great value to marine biodiversity conservation, but data management needs to be improved.

     

  • Oh Yes! Indigenous Community Livelihood through Previous Consultation: The

     

    Abstract ID# 1478

    Presenting Author: Sergio  Gonzalez

    Coauthor(s):  Yaddy H. Ruiz  Andres   Amaya   Joaquin Otero  

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: Impact assessment developed within the Previous Consultation framework results in possibilities to improve livelihood of indigenous communities in Colombia.

     

  • One step forward 2 steps back, a cautionary tale about assistive technology

     

    Abstract ID# 1459

    Presenting Author: Mark  Ross

    Coauthor(s):  Ruth Eales  Karl   Fuller    

    Preferred Session: Public participation in the Digital Age: Are we hearing you?

    Summary Statement: Improved digital accessibility is the way forward. But for a report to reach the widest audience there are some considerations the practitioner may not have considered.

     

  • Open access of data for the purpose of different end users

     

    Abstract ID# 1518

    Presenting Author: Anders  Finstad

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Collaboration to enhance availability and access to biodiversity data

    Summary Statement: To further implementation of technological solutions, there is also a need for both cultural changes and improvements in data management capacity of ecologists to equip the society with open and transparent knowledge from the field.

     

  • Opportunities and challenges in building sustainable project pipelines

     

    Abstract ID# 961

    Presenting Author: Juan  Palerm

    Coauthor(s):  Bernard Crabbé        

    Preferred Session: Building sustainable project pipelines in infrastructure finance

    Summary Statement: Introduces the opportunities to build infrastructure project pipelines aligned to the environmental and climate change global agenda. It sets the ground for invited presentations and for gro

     

  • Opportunities for impact assessment to meet sustainable finance goals

     

    Abstract ID# 935

    Presenting Author: Zsuzsa   Banhalmi-Zakar

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: EU’s Sustainable Finance Action Plan: key aspects for IFIs and IA practitioners

    Summary Statement: The concept of sustainable financing is gaining momentum among finance professionals worldwide. What role does impact assessment play in supporting these initiatives?

     

  • Oppurtunities for Improvement of Oil and Gas IA Outcome

     

    Abstract ID# 1409

    Presenting Author: Juliet  TAZA-ASABA

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: The outcome of Impact Assessment in the Oil and Gas Sector of Cameroon remains questionable and debatable. Thus this paper seeks to showcase oppurtunities from lessons learnt.

     

  • Optimización del sistema de compensación de los impactos residuales en la

     

    Abstract ID# 1516

    Presenting Author: Paula   Bruna

    Coauthor(s):  Eva Lahoz       

    Preferred Session: Evaluación del impacto sobre la Biodiversidad y RN2000 en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Nor provided.

     

  • OPTIMIZATION OF THE INTERNAL MODEL OF ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING IN COLOMBIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1630

    Presenting Author: Carlos Alonso  RODRIGUEZ PARDO

    Coauthor(s):  Silvia VANEGAS PINZON       

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: The design of a new environmental licensing model in Colombia. Learned lessons and key contributions towards sustainable development.

     

  • Optimizing Local Content in a Frontier Market

     

    Abstract ID# 1091

    Presenting Author: Treacy   Roberts

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Local content development: Advances in approaches, tools, and governance

    Summary Statement: Optimizing local content requires early invention and adaptability to ensure that programs meet the needs of both buyers and suppliers.

     

  • OPTIMIZING ON SPENT BORROW-PITS: OYO STATE ACTIVITIES

     

    Abstract ID# 983

    Presenting Author: Kehinde  Ayoola

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: Optimizing on spent borrow pits across Oyo State to achieve a win-win situation that manages the environment, while providing livelihood options for the people and improving local economy.

     

  • Outcome-focused use of technology in environmental and social IA

     

    Abstract ID# 1252

    Presenting Author: Luke  Strickland

    Coauthor(s):  Katarzyna Fedyk  Magdalena   Wilczek    

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: This paper will explore how appropriate application of outcome-focused technology can lead to technical improvements and deliver more socially inclusive and environmental outcomes.

     

  • Partecipative and digital SEA? Yes, it's possible!

     

    Abstract ID# 1348

    Presenting Author: Giorgio  Baldizzone

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: How to successfully conduct an EIA/SEA in the digital era

    Summary Statement: The "Cinque Terre Plan"(Italy), is particularly interesting for the relations between SEA, use of digital tools and participatory process, which led to a true effectiveness of SEA.

     

  • Pathway to disaster prevention: mine tailings, impact assessment and human

     

    Abstract ID# 1021

    Presenting Author: Susan  Joyce

    Coauthor(s):  Deanna Kemp       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: Impact assessment and human rights due diligence should be integrated into decisions on location, construction and technologies for tailings facilities, as a means to change decisions.

     

  • Paul Wilkinson

     

    Abstract ID# 1547

    Presenting Author: Paul  Wilkinson

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Emerging issues in ESG risk management

    Summary Statement: Water Security, Climate Risk and Environmental consultant with ESIA experience across the private and public sectors in the UK, Australia and South East Asia

     

  • Payment for Forest Ecosystem Services: Benefit-sharing in Vietnam

     

    Abstract ID# 829

    Presenting Author: Jane  Singer

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: This is a case study-based examination of a nationwide benefit-sharing scheme in Vietnam for dam-displaced communities that pays farmers to conserve vital forest ecosystem services.

     

  • PEER LEARNING ON INTEGRATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

     

    Abstract ID# 771

    Presenting Author: Ulrika  Akesson

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: Sida has a comprehensive framework for environment action that has enabled Sida to integrate environment in its three major roles as financier, analyst and dialogue partner.

     

  • PEER LEARNING ON INTEGRATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

     

    Abstract ID# 872

    Presenting Author: Stéphane  Tremblay

    Coauthor(s):  Michelle Tremblay       

    Preferred Session: Peer learning on integration of climate change in development programs

    Summary Statement: Stéphane Tremblay is an environment specialist at GAC. He is currently working on the implementation of the new Canadian Impact Assessment Act into GAC processes.

     

  • Perception creates reality: assessing impacts on cultural use near a mine

     

    Abstract ID# 1636

    Presenting Author: Catherine  Fairbairn

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: A case study looking at the less tangible impacts of a diamond mining project on cultural use of an area, including lessons learned for future assessments.

     

  • Place Disruption as Psycho-Social impact of Change

     

    Abstract ID# 1278

    Presenting Author: Jeffrey  Jacquet

    Coauthor(s):  Richard Stedman       

    Preferred Session: Psycho-social impact assessment as an element of your work

    Summary Statement: Disruption to closely held social and psychological values such as place attachment and place-based identities is a measurable and predictable driver of community acceptance

     

  • PlaceMarker, a place based tool to appraise river related projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1451

    Presenting Author: Mark  Ross

    Coauthor(s):  Angela Gurnell  Geraldene   Wharton    

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: The PlaceMarker tool provides a consistent approach for the Environment Agency to benchmark complex river sites and compare the condition post project development.

     

  • PNG Resettlement Case Study: Gender Considerations

     

    Abstract ID# 899

    Presenting Author: Sharryl  Ivahupa

    Coauthor(s):  Susan Scott       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Part 2 of 2 Part PNG Resettlement Case Study, Part 2 explores challenges in gender considerations in male dominated societies

     

  • Potential Trends & Emerging Tools of Social Management and Monitoring Plan

     

    Abstract ID# 744

    Presenting Author: Fazriz  Fadzil

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: Governance & Policy, Financial Analysis or Technology Implementation to support Social Management and Monitoring Plan in Malaysia

     

  • Practice-research collaboration initiated by the exchange of questions

     

    Abstract ID# 1401

    Presenting Author: Tamara  Hochstrasser

    Coauthor(s):  Florence Renou-Wilson       

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: The Ecobroker.ie website was created to enable the exchange of research questions between practitioners and researchers. Early collaboration enhances the usefulness of decision support.

     

  • Practitioners novice: Advancing Early Career Environmental Expert Curricula

     

    Abstract ID# 739

    Presenting Author: Godwin  Lema

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Opportunities and challenges for early career IA practitioners and research

    Summary Statement: The paper analyse IA expert training experiences in Tanzania to inform dialogues on effective multidisciplinary institutional collaborative strategies to enhance practitioners’ expertise.

     

  • Pricing climate-related financial risk in corporate and sovereign bonds

     

    Abstract ID# 833

    Presenting Author: Stefano  Battiston

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Best practices in implementing sustainable finance

    Summary Statement: The presentation will look into the challenges and progress in pricing of forward-looking climate-related financial risk in corporate and sovereign bonds.

     

  • Prof Richard Mackay

     

    Abstract ID# 948

    Presenting Author: Richard  Mackay

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guidelines for world heritage

    Summary Statement: Prof Richard Mackay, AM is an ICOMOS World Heritage Adviser and the ICOMOS Focal Point for development of new Heritage Impact Assessment Guidelines through the World Heritage Leadership Prog

     

  • Progress and Role of 4L in China

     

    Abstract ID# 865

    Presenting Author: Xinxin  Qiu

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: Introducing the development of "Three Lines and One List" in China and summarizing the achievements of this work based on the experiences of 4 pilot cities and 12 provinces.

     

  • Promises and pitfalls: changing SEA and EIA practices under new Dutch laws

     

    Abstract ID# 772

    Presenting Author: Lourens  Loeven

    Coauthor(s):  Gijs Hoevenaars       

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: New Dutch legislation like the Climate Act and the Environment and Planning Act introduce an array of new planning instruments. Consequently, Dutch EA practices change rapidly with promise

     

  • Promoting Readability in EIA–Impacts of Regulation, Guidance, Certificati

     

    Abstract ID# 914

    Presenting Author: Emily  McKie

    Coauthor(s):  Qiuandra Taylor  Esther Sophia   Rust    

    Preferred Session: EIA

    Summary Statement: To test the plain language of environmental assessments, we asked: Which instruments designed to increase readability have delivered the most readable impact assessment documents?

     

  • Propuesta metodológica para realizar una Evaluación de Impacto en Salud

     

    Abstract ID# 845

    Presenting Author: Andrea  Pastor

    Coauthor(s):  Santiago González       

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Se realizó una propuesta metodológica para integrar la Evaluación de Impacto en Salud en el proceso de Evaluación de Impacto Ambiental en el marco político y administrativo Español.

     

  • PsychoSocial Impact as a Tool for Exposing the Real Cost of Change

     

    Abstract ID# 1353

    Presenting Author: Michael  Edelstein

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Psycho-social impact assessment as an element of your work

    Summary Statement: Psycho-Social impacts are often excluded from analysis, biasing decisions and forcing public comment to fill the gap. Approaches for bringing such impacts into EIA are given.

     

  • Psychosocial impacts of climate change: Australian community perspectives

     

    Abstract ID# 748

    Presenting Author: Helen  Ross

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Psycho-social impact assessment as an element of your work

    Summary Statement: ‘Influence diagrams’ built by community members show how psychosocial impacts arise in climate change, along pathways connecting climate with environmental, then social and psychosocial impa

     

  • Public Participation in digital public sphere: lessons from Hong Kong

     

    Abstract ID# 874

    Presenting Author: Shiu Fung  Hung

    Coauthor(s):  Thomas Fischer       

    Preferred Session: Public participation in the Digital Age: Are we hearing you?

    Summary Statement: This paper use cases in Hong Kong to examine the opportunities and challenges on public participation in the speeded-up information exchange in the digital age.

     

  • Public participation in EIA in Hong Kong: Case study in Hong Kong

     

    Abstract ID# 1500

    Presenting Author: Tsz-yin   Chau

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The presentation will share how the public participation is involved in the Hong Kong statutory EIA process by studying an EIA case in Hong Kong.

     

  • Public perception of the EIA implementation program in nickel smelter

     

    Abstract ID# 998

    Presenting Author: Ali Rahmat  Kurniawan

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Can impact assessment contribute to Indigenous sustainable livelihoods?

    Summary Statement: This paper will describe the attitudes of indigenous people towards the effectiveness of social, economic, cultural, and environmental implementation program supported by nickel smelter

     

  • Quantifying Impacts Applying Habitat Equivalency Analysis to Big Data

     

    Abstract ID# 1203

    Presenting Author: Virginia   King

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: This presentation will provide an overview of HEA and demonstrate positive aspects of its application in concert with collection of big data to appropriately quantify baseline of potential p

     

  • Quantitative Evaluation Method for Secondary Ecosystem Management Activity

     

    Abstract ID# 1212

    Presenting Author: Akira  TANAKA

    Coauthor(s):  Takafumi KAWAMURA       

    Preferred Session: Smartening biodiversity offsets: Opportunities in technology and governance

    Summary Statement: This study proposes a quantitative evaluation method applicable to biodiversity offset and biodiversity banking through applying HEP and HSI models on the effects of management of secondary

     

  • Quantitative text analysis of discussion of alternatives

     

    Abstract ID# 797

    Presenting Author: Tetsuya  Kamijo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: A quantitative text analysis to the minutes of meetings revealed the actual discussion of alternatives.

     

  • Re-thinking the fundamentals of EIA through underlying key assumptions

     

    Abstract ID# 905

    Presenting Author: Reece  Alberts

    Coauthor(s):  Francois Retief       

    Preferred Session: Addressing reprisal risks in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: The paper aims to re-think the fundamentals of EIA through the identification of key assumptions underlying EIA evaluation.

     

  • Recent Developments in the Safeguard Procedures of Multi-lateral Donors

     

    Abstract ID# 1084

    Presenting Author: David  Annandale

    Coauthor(s):  Darko Annandale       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses the nature of recent developments in the environmental and social safeguard systems of multi-lateral donors.

     

  • Recomendaciones sobre la información necesaria para incluir una evaluació

     

    Abstract ID# 1515

    Presenting Author: Pilar   Muela Garcia

    Coauthor(s):  Íñigo Achúcarro Leguina  Ana   Delgado Echevarría   Javier Martin Herrero  

    Preferred Session: Evaluación del impacto sobre la Biodiversidad y RN2000 en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Not provided.

     

  • Recommendations for reducing environmental risks of China-B&R cooperation

     

    Abstract ID# 1039

    Presenting Author: rong  yao

    Coauthor(s):  yuan zhu  xiufeng   sui    

    Preferred Session: We are connected: Integrating global interlinkages in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: To reduce the possibility of B&R environmental risk, China and B&R countries should strengthen relevant regulations and fulfill the signed international environmental treaty obligations.

     

  • Reducing uncertainty in IA with continuous monitoring & adaptive management

     

    Abstract ID# 1115

    Presenting Author: Sandra  Rodrigues

    Coauthor(s):  Luís Rosa  Helena   Coelho   Miguel Mascarenhas  

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: Check out how a 10-year data series of continuous monitoring, collision risk models and adaptive management allows to reduce uncertainty in IA

     

  • Reduction of Total Suspended Solids in Mine Discharges and Receiving Waters

     

    Abstract ID# 1582

    Presenting Author: John  Clark

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: Guidance for keeping the sediment on the mine site and out of the watercourse.

     

  • Regional divergences of the EIA process in Brazil at wind farm projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1334

    Presenting Author: Emilio  Roos

    Coauthor(s):  João Paula  Helena   Coelho   Paulo Cardoso   Miguel Mascarenhas Gustavo Simon

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: A case study showing the divergences of the licensing process for Wind Farms in two different regions of Brazil (North and South), reflecting both biological, social and EIA differences.

     

  • Reimagining Public Participation in EIA Projects in a Post Carbon Oman

     

    Abstract ID# 738

    Presenting Author: Manishankar  Prasad

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: This paper attempts to shed light on current practices in the project level governance arena regarding public participation through Omani case studies.

     

  • Remote international EIA for an aquaculture programme in Myanmar

     

    Abstract ID# 1641

    Presenting Author: David  Burack

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: COVID-19 travel restrictions were overcome utilizing an international team and telecommunications technology to prepare the required environmental documentation on time and with cost savings.

     

  • Removing guess in AIA: a cross-continent analysis of fatalities at windfarm

     

    Abstract ID# 1241

    Presenting Author: Paulo  Cardoso

    Coauthor(s):  Joana Ribeiro  Helena   Coelho   Miguel Mascarenhas  

    Preferred Session: Benefit sharing: Enablers, mitigation, conflicts, and sustainability

    Summary Statement: Using cross-continental case studies we upscale the impact assessment in AIA from individuals to populations. The framework can reduce arbitrariness and incorporate uncertainty to better inf

     

  • Reporting on local content: Driving performance and aligning actors

     

    Abstract ID# 837

    Presenting Author: Jeff  Geipel

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Local content development: Advances in approaches, tools, and governance

    Summary Statement: This presentation will cover the increasing demands on major projects and operations to maximise local procurement of goods and services, and how proponents can use information-sharing to dr

     

  • Requirements of SIA for Japanese onshore wind energy projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1293

    Presenting Author: Ayano  Takeuchi

    Coauthor(s):  Ryoko Ishii       

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: This on-sight research contributes to establishment of SIA scheme for onshore wind energy project in Japan.

     

  • Research on Holistic Optimization of Economy-Resource-Environment System

     

    Abstract ID# 1056

    Presenting Author: Chong  Meng

    Coauthor(s):  Wei Li       

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: An multi-objective programming model for spatial holistic optimization of regional industrial upgrading strategies and water resources-environment management under uncertainties.

     

  • Research trends on disaster resilience technologies for hazard mitigation

     

    Abstract ID# 1340

    Presenting Author: Ji-Yong  Park

    Coauthor(s):  Hyungjun Park  Dalbyul   Lee   Juchul Jung  

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: An analysis of research trends on disaster resilience technologies for hazard mitigation of smart cities.

     

  • Researchers’ perspective on main benefits and issues of EIA procedure

     

    Abstract ID# 1588

    Presenting Author: Andreea  Nita

    Coauthor(s):  Stacey Fineran  Laurentiu   Rozylowicz    

    Preferred Session: EIA

    Summary Statement: Our results could help rethink the EIA collaborative process leading it towards more sustainable holistic planning by learning from past experiences, best practices, and public attitudes.

     

  • Resettlement by Koto Panjang Dam Construction in Indonesia

     

    Abstract ID# 885

    Presenting Author: Ryo   Fujikura

    Coauthor(s):  Syafruddin Karimi       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: The resettlers were at first faced hardship due to non-performance of the compensation by the government. But later, they successfully secure their income by fish breeding or palm plantation

     

  • Rethinking role of research in impact pathway: A case of Riceberry project

     

    Abstract ID# 1291

    Presenting Author: Chaniga  Laitae

    Coauthor(s):  Laurens Klerkx  Valentina   Materia    

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: The case study of Riceberry project demonstrates a generic view on how the contributions of an agricultural research to impact pathway are generated through the various types of research act

     

  • REWIND-GIS - integrating biodiversity issues in wind power planning

     

    Abstract ID# 966

    Presenting Author: Ulla  Mörtberg

    Coauthor(s):  Deepa Manolan Kandy  Vincent   Wretling   Berit Balfors  

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: Wind power meets climate goals but may impact on biodiversity. The REWIND-GIS tool is developed for strategic wind power planning, integrating biodiversity issues to sustain local planning.

     

  • Right or just? Assessing and addressing social impacts in NL road planning

     

    Abstract ID# 1605

    Presenting Author: Gisa  Vos

    Coauthor(s):  Jos Arts       

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: Critical discussion of the current planning and EIA practice in the Netherlands and the need to consider socioeconomic status in participation for assessing and addressing social impacts.

     

  • Risk assessment and management of heavy metals in soil of Ulaanbaatar

     

    Abstract ID# 1531

    Presenting Author: Enkhchimeg  Battsengel

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: To assess human risk assessment of heavy metals in soil and will make decision making for risk management based on their characteristics of lifestyle of the living environment.

     

  • Risks and Impacts of Seabed Mining to Marine Ecosystems: EIA in practice

     

    Abstract ID# 1538

    Presenting Author: Pippa  Howard

    Coauthor(s):  Nicky Jenner  Twyla   Holland   Guy Parker  

    Preferred Session: EIA and Deep Sea Mining

    Summary Statement: The findings of an extensive assessment of the risks and impacts of seabed mining on marine ecosystems providing a mitigation hierarchy framework for EIA, decision makers, project proponent

     

  • Role of alien species in PNG forest regeneration

     

    Abstract ID# 809

    Presenting Author: Gabriel   Petuel

    Coauthor(s):  Vojtech Novotny  Osia   Gideon   Francesca Dem  

    Preferred Session: Exploring the need to shake up biodiversity offset theory and application

    Summary Statement: Spontaneous secondary succession after cleared rainforest in New Guinea included 85 alien species, most diverse at 1000 – 1500 but limited to secondary vegetation, not invading surrounding p

     

  • Role of Capacity Dev in Enhancing EIA systems for developing countries

     

    Abstract ID# 1106

    Presenting Author: Urmila Jha  Thakur

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Capacity enhancement: Building human capital for promoting natural capital

    Summary Statement: Investigating capacity development gaps in developing countries and formulating recommendations for improving them.

     

  • Role of EIA in resolving community opposition to two hydropower projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1380

    Presenting Author: Robert K.  Mugo

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: This paper presents a case study of EIAs conducted for two hydropower projects in East Africa, community grievances encountered and recommendations for addressing community concerns.

     

  • Rosa Arce-Ruiz

     

    Abstract ID# 1528

    Presenting Author: Rosa  Arce-Ruiz

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The energy transition

    Summary Statement: Associate Professor of the Department of Transport, Territory and Urbanism Engineering of the E.T.S.I. de Caminos, C.P., Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain.

     

  • SANParks' performance to EIA conditions and responsible tourism principles

     

    Abstract ID# 1375

    Presenting Author: Jan-Albert  Wessels

    Coauthor(s):  Anneli Douglas       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) may aid National Parks to achieve responsible tourism principles within a developing country context..

     

  • SASB materiality framework and the value for investors

     

    Abstract ID# 802

    Presenting Author: Katie   Schmitz Eulitt

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Best practices in implementing sustainable finance

    Summary Statement: As sustainability landscape continues to change, SASB’s industry-specific standards allow investors to truly understand risk and value underpinning their investments.

     

  • Scientific, community and Indigenous engagement in IA in Australia

     

    Abstract ID# 934

    Presenting Author: Lachlan  Wilkinson

    Coauthor(s):  Howard Smith       

    Preferred Session: Importance of science, evidence, and meaningful engagement for IA decisions

    Summary Statement: This presentation reports on a survey of government regulators on the extent to which scientific, community and Indigenous knowledge are considered in impact assessment in Australia.

     

  • SEA and ESIA: instruments for CSOs to engage in dialogue and show expertise

     

    Abstract ID# 1320

    Presenting Author: Edy  Blom

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: Capacity development on potentially powerful tools ESIA and SEA for making fact-based, inclusive, accountable decisions may not bring envisaged improvement if they are not common practice

     

  • SEA for Integrated Water Resource Management and Development Plan (IWRMDP)

     

    Abstract ID# 1258

    Presenting Author: Andrew   Mariki

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: In this we share SEA experience in Tanzania, where SEA is still a very new practice; the approaches used to implement SEA multistakeholders engagement, the challenges and what worked well

     

  • SEA for the Oil and Gas Sector in Ghana - lessons for the future

     

    Abstract ID# 1332

    Presenting Author: Yaw  Amoyaw-Osei

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: Major challenges attend the offshore oil and gas sector in Ghana, exposing gaps in the SEA for the sector. Key lessons are explored to help improve future SEAs.

     

  • SEA in Serbia – 16 years of implementation

     

    Abstract ID# 1598

    Presenting Author: Tamara  Maricic

    Coauthor(s):  Mirko Popovic  Sabina   Ivanovic    

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Analysis of achievements & problems in SEA legislation & current practice in Serbia, with planned adjustments. Proposal of improvements based on experience of experts & competent authorities

     

  • SEA, a tool for a better governance of the Nakanbé Landscape in Burkina

     

    Abstract ID# 1255

    Presenting Author: Mamadou  KARAMA

    Coauthor(s):  Edy BLOM  Giel   HENDRIKS    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: The main purpose of this presentation is to show how SEA and ESIA are effective tools for promoting inclusive and sustainable governance of natural resources at the landscapes level.

     

  • Senace: the Consolidation of Peru's new environmental assessment model

     

    Abstract ID# 1002

    Presenting Author: Miguel   Espichan

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: Senace: The peruvian experience, problems, challenges, issues, actions, in the development New Peru's environmental assessment institutional model.

     

  • Sharing benefit with local communities in development projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1493

    Presenting Author: Chaogang  Wang

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: The presentation will focus on the benefit sharing in designing development projects involving use of natural resources including concept, principles, monetary and non-monetary mechanisms, operational steps and efforts needed in the future.

     

  • SIA as a tool to take balanced decisions in the development of Engineering

     

    Abstract ID# 1602

    Presenting Author: Santiago  Caceres

    Coauthor(s):  Javier Gomez  Guillermo   Aleixandre    

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: This paper presents, in addition to the justification, a proposal for the integration of the SIA in the development of an engineering project, an area where balanced decisions are needed.

     

  • SIA for better social acceptance of development projects in South Korea

     

    Abstract ID# 888

    Presenting Author: Grace Eunyoung  Lee

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: Mere strengthening community engagement procedures is insufficient for better social acceptance of development projects in South Korea. Comprehensive SIA integration into EIA needs to be con

     

  • SIGnificance: a digital tool to facilite participation in IA

     

    Abstract ID# 995

    Presenting Author: Paola  Gomez-Priego

    Coauthor(s):  Luis Antonio Bojorquez-Tapia  Fidel   Serrano-Candela    

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: SIGnificance, a digital tool that translates expert judgment into meaningful representations for stakeholders during a collaborative determination of impact significance.

     

  • Small-deposit mining through the lens of the local communities in Balkans

     

    Abstract ID# 994

    Presenting Author: Olga  Sidorenko

    Coauthor(s):  Rauno Sairinen       

    Preferred Session: Beginning with the end in mind

    Summary Statement: Lessons learned in assessing the social attitudes toward modern small-deposit mining paradigm for a European context

     

  • Smart Monitoring for a Smart City using IoT and Block Chain

     

    Abstract ID# 930

    Presenting Author: Massimo  Zanasso

    Coauthor(s):  Elena Pasquali  Daniele   Bettini   Riccardo Roberto   Sergio Maria Sementini

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Implementing Environmental Monitoring through Citizens Involvement is a way to earn the trust of neighboring Communities and to execute Project activities more efficiently.

     

  • Smart Social Empowerment in EIA Public Participation in Hong Kong

     

    Abstract ID# 1260

    Presenting Author: Timothy John  Peirson-Smith

    Coauthor(s):  Louis Kwong       

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: A critique of conventional ‘top-down’ and novel community-based ‘bottom-up’ Public Participation approaches and its impact in fostering greater public satisfaction in development projects.

     

  • Smart Ways for Community Development and Livelihoods

     

    Abstract ID# 942

    Presenting Author: Elisapeta Roreta   Areta

    Coauthor(s):  Toru Matsumoto        

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: An improvement for EIA procedure in Samoa for infrastructural projects in the Renewable Energy sector should be discussed.

     

  • Smart Ways for Community Development and Livelihoods --- Case Studies of La

     

    Abstract ID# 1191

    Presenting Author: Jianliang  Xiao

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: Assessment of two resettlement case studies for hydropower projects in Laos and Albania to explore mechanisms for benefit sharing as part of resettlement governance frameworks.

     

  • Smartening and Streamlining EIA Regulation in LATAM – Overview of Trends

     

    Abstract ID# 1001

    Presenting Author: Grace  Russell

    Coauthor(s):  Paula Uscátegui  Dean   Slocum   Atma Khalsa  

    Preferred Session: Trends of impact assessment in developing countries

    Summary Statement: Attempts to promote smarter and more streamlined ESHIA regulations show government´s efforts and interest to improve decision making and incentivize economic activity in the region.

     

  • Smartening environmental assessment to enhance pollution management

     

    Abstract ID# 1463

    Presenting Author: Min Jung  Kwon

    Coauthor(s):  Brian Kamau Ndirangu  Julia   Bucknall   Ernesto Sanchez-Triana  

    Preferred Session: Reform of EsIA implementation for greater efficiency and effectiveness

    Summary Statement: This paper examines the value-added of the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework approach in preventing, minimizing, and mitigating environmental pollution impacts.

     

  • Smartening IA through Follow-up: 50 years of learning

     

    Abstract ID# 952

    Presenting Author: Angus   Morrison-Saunders

    Coauthor(s):  Jos Arts       

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Follow-up is essential for learning and determining the outcomes of ESIA. This paper will learning aabout practice from current applications and the newly revised IAIA best practice principl

     

  • Smarter construction technology, benefit sharing and livelihood improvement

     

    Abstract ID# 1365

    Presenting Author: Laxmi Prasad  Subedi

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: The paper presents strategy used in Asian Development Bank financed project to improve livelihood, their impacts, pros and cons and rural urban linkage and resettlement governance framework.

     

  • Social Cost of Carbon in Impact Assessment: Capricious or Conscientious?

     

    Abstract ID# 1315

    Presenting Author: David  Wright

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Integrating climate change into IA: Key design elements

    Summary Statement: This presentation explores emerging roles and uses of the social cost of carbon as a tool to integrate climate change into impact assessment, offering insights into key considerations.

     

  • Social Early Engagement as a strategy for early identification of conflicts

     

    Abstract ID# 1097

    Presenting Author: Javier   Avila

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: Anthropologist with experience in preparation, evaluation and supervision of social issues of EIA in extractive investment projects, citizen participation processes and social conflicts

     

  • Social impacts of cultural and historic textures: A case study of Laleh-Zar

     

    Abstract ID# 1388

    Presenting Author: Hadi  Barghamadi

    Coauthor(s):  Farid Nahid       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Social impacts of a challenging renovation and revitalization program of a historic and cultural worn-out texture from change management perspective

     

  • Social Impacts of Renewable Energy Projects: Evidence from Mexico

     

    Abstract ID# 1396

    Presenting Author: Katya  Puga

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: What is the real extent of social impacts of renewable energy projects?

    Summary Statement: The study offers a route for effectively address social impacts by analyzing 150 cases of solar and wind projects in Mexico with a territorial based approach.

     

  • Social impacts of the Aberdeen offshore wind farm

     

    Abstract ID# 752

    Presenting Author: Iain  Todd

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Impact of offshore renewables on human communities

    Summary Statement: This paper assesses the social impacts of a recent major offshore wind farm, now operational off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland.

     

  • Social perception of projects and monitoring program of social acceptance

     

    Abstract ID# 1440

    Presenting Author: F. JAVIER  HIDALGO

    Coauthor(s):  M. ESTHER VALDIVIA       

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Adequate combination of technical analysis and integration with the EIA allows to establish a Social Acceptance Monitoring Program and make a project compatible with its social environment

     

  • Social Stability Risk Assessment: Status, trends and prospects

     

    Abstract ID# 1007

    Presenting Author: Ruilian  Zhang

    Coauthor(s):  Guoqing Shi       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Social Stability Risk Assessment: Status, trends and prospects

     

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Dialogue in Impact Assessments:Cases from Zambia

     

    Abstract ID# 1214

    Presenting Author: Constantino  Mwembela

    Coauthor(s):  Agness Musutu       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: This paper analyzes SEA and ESIA cases from Zambia and draw lessons for community participation, stakeholder dialogue and decision making.

     

  • STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

     

    Abstract ID# 1557

    Presenting Author: Mamoud  Abubakar

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Consultation in the time of COVID19

    Summary Statement: Virtual consultations with rural community in Nigeria during the COVID-19 lockdown

     

  • Stakeholder-driven Strategic Environmental Assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1112

    Presenting Author: Tomás B.  Ramos

    Coauthor(s):  Rita Domingues  André   Mascarenhas   Alexandra Polido  

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: Develops a conceptual framework supporting a stakeholder-driven SEA processes, where stakeholders contribute to the design, data gathering, effects assessment and monitoring of SEA process.

     

  • Sticks and stones may break my bones but participation never hurt me

     

    Abstract ID# 903

    Presenting Author: Jane  Munday

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Reducing conflict with a people-centred model of assessment: including strategic values mapping, co-designed and rights-based engagement and respect for cultural knowledge and authority.

     

  • Strategic Environmental Assessment as a decision making tool in Paraguay

     

    Abstract ID# 1394

    Presenting Author: Alicia   Pedrozo

    Coauthor(s):  Guillermo López  Karim   Musálem    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment and the landscape approach: The added value of SEA and ES

    Summary Statement: Insights and lessons learned from the strengthening of institutional capacities for strategic decision making process in Paraguay

     

  • Strategic thinking for cumulative impact assessments in the wind industry

     

    Abstract ID# 997

    Presenting Author: David  Wilson

    Coauthor(s):  Leon Bennun  Edward   Pollard    

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: Cumulative biodiversity impacts from wind energy are an increasing concern, but face limitation in current assessment approaches and knowledge: here we explore some of the challenges and pot

     

  • Strategic Thinking SEA in Perú – Results from recent pilot cases

     

    Abstract ID# 1270

    Presenting Author: Maria  Partidario

    Coauthor(s):  Juan José Rodríguez  Nancy   Chauca    

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: The practice of SEA in Perú is seeking innovative ways through strategic thinking based SEA to encourage integration and sustainability through planning decisions

     

  • Streamlining the EIA process through the development of Power Corridors

     

    Abstract ID# 1355

    Presenting Author: Muhammad Irfan  Essop

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: A discussion on the development of Renewable Energy Zones implemented by the Department of Environmental Affairs in South Africa to assist developers and promote sustainable development.

     

  • Strengthening SIA to influence decision-making on complex UK projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1263

    Presenting Author: James  Beard

    Coauthor(s):  Sarah Marshall  Corinne   Marti   Samantha Waugh  

    Preferred Session: Stopped on social impacts: How can SIA contribute to balanced decisions?

    Summary Statement: This paper explores how Mott MacDonald have been working to strengthen SIA to make a tangible impact on decision-making and contribute to socially inclusive project outcomes.

     

  • Study for protection of marine species for the drilling open sea well

     

    Abstract ID# 799

    Presenting Author: Mario  Mesarić

    Coauthor(s):  Dražan Skelin  DraÅ¡ko   Holcer   Nikolina Rako Gospić   Miroslav Perić Diana Prpić

    Preferred Session: How does EIA influence decision making in the oil and gas sector?

    Summary Statement: Study for protection of marine species, during well operations, was defined and included measurement of abiotic factors, modelling of noise propagation and potential impact on species.

     

  • Study on the connection of technology system on EIA and emission permit

     

    Abstract ID# 863

    Presenting Author: Tie  Wu

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: Taking the iron and steel industry as an example, analyzed the current situation and existing problems about the technical systems on EIA and permit system, and proposed some suggestions.

     

  • Study on the control of VOCs in PECP of China petrochemical industry

     

    Abstract ID# 1017

    Presenting Author: hui  sun

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: China’s EIA process: Reshape and connection with pollutant discharge

    Summary Statement: VOCs emission sources are numerous and huge, which is the key point and the in controlling PECP. So, VOCs must follow the control idea of source-process-end-management in PECP.

     

  • Studying the impact of roads on pollinator communities from the car

     

    Abstract ID# 959

    Presenting Author: Manuel Ramón  García Sánchez-Colomer

    Coauthor(s):  Óscar García Tuesta  Alejandra   Franco Saldarriaga    

    Preferred Session: Effectiveness of the EIA of transport in the dawn of Anthropocene

    Summary Statement: Until now the environmental impact of roads on pollinator communities was off-road, but a smartening impact assessment must evaluate it from the car. Introducing the new insect collector.

     

  • Supply chain (mis)management – Assessment and monitoring challenges

     

    Abstract ID# 819

    Presenting Author: Pierre   Gouws

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: Practical challenges of supply chain management and labour rights on international infrastructure projects are thematically explored, drawing from SIA and monitoring experience.

     

  • SUSPENDED FUTURES: Impacts on communities affected by hydropower projects d

     

    Abstract ID# 1441

    Presenting Author: Madalena   Dray

    Coauthor(s):  Sérgio Moreira       

    Preferred Session: Benefit sharing: Enablers, mitigation, conflicts, and sustainability

    Summary Statement: Temporary or permanent suspension of large hydropower projects results in social impacts that shall be mitigated but may also create opportunities to enhance benefits to locals.

     

  • Sustainability proofing under the InvestEU: the environmental dimension

     

    Abstract ID# 805

    Presenting Author: Aurel   Ciobanu-Dordea

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Advancements in environmental and social policies of the European IFIs

    Summary Statement: Under the InvestEU Regulation, investments will undergo a sustainability proofing. Which are the environmental requirements of the proofing and how will they be implemented?

     

  • Sustainable finance agenda: Impacts on asset managers and service providers

     

    Abstract ID# 831

    Presenting Author: Helena  Viñes Fiestas

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: EU’s Sustainable Finance Action Plan: key aspects for IFIs and IA practitioners

    Summary Statement: The focus will be on how the latest sustainable finance developments impact asset managers and how service providers, including IA practitioners and verifiers, can cater the industry needs.

     

  • SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT: THE WAY TO GOFOR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION IN NIGERIA

     

    Abstract ID# 798

    Presenting Author: Akeem  Bello

    Coauthor(s):  Adeolu Ojo  Olayemi   Olawale    

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: This paper presents the IUFMP experience in procurement and ESHS interactions and recommends the way forward for improved interactions between ESHS and Procurement

     

  • Sustained community engagement for offsets in PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 856

    Presenting Author: Giles  Totona

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Experiences from long term community engagement using resource mapping process establish conservation areas as part of biodiversity offset program for the PNGLNG project.

     

  • SYSTEMIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

     

    Abstract ID# 891

    Presenting Author: Leonel  Vega

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: The SEIA methodology optimizes the methodologies of environmental impact assessment, in the public-institutional, economic, social and environmental context of each country.

     

  • Systemic risks derived from the process of evaluating environmental impacts

     

    Abstract ID# 1634

    Presenting Author: Iván   Honorato

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Riesgos y vulnerabilidades (CONEIA - Spanish submissions only)

    Summary Statement: This research seeks to visualize the systemic risks associated with the environmental assessment process and environmental licenses, using public information.

     

  • Tailings Dams – Not Your Normal Dam Hazard

     

    Abstract ID# 1100

    Presenting Author: Charles  Kelly

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: The use of tailings dam is challenged by recent failures. Environmental assessments define failure risks and reduction measures. But are tailings EAs good disaster management plans compared

     

  • TANAP Project - Little Touches Making Difference on Lives of Rural People

     

    Abstract ID# 1080

    Presenting Author: ASLI  OZALTAN

    Coauthor(s):  BARBAROS HASAN TOSUN       

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement I: Benefit sharing and livelihoods

    Summary Statement: TANAP Project, with its tailored-livelihood restoration strategies and benefit sharing mechanism implemented in a culturally appropriate way, succeeded in going beyond the current practice.

     

  • Technological approaches and the use of big data in biodiversity assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1335

    Presenting Author: Patrícia  Rodrigues

    Coauthor(s):  Daniel Pires  Vitor   Rodrigues   Diogo Barros   Pedro Silva

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: This communication will resume the session, systematizing key topics in using technological solutions and the handling of big data in biodiversity assessment and impact evaluation.

     

  • Technology Assessment activities at the Rathenau Instituut in the field of

     

    Abstract ID# 1511

    Presenting Author: Rinie   van Est

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Technology assessment of artificial intelligence

    Summary Statement: The Dutch discourse on AI developed in the wake of earlier debates on robotization and digitization. An overview is given of the Technology Assessment activities of the Rathenau Instituut in these fields and their impact.

     

  • Technology for more environmentally and socially sustainable infrastructure

     

    Abstract ID# 1382

    Presenting Author: Patrick  Francis

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: This session will invite creative thinking for better tools, technologies and approaches for delivering improved environmental and social performance on large infrastructure projects.

     

  • TEIA: Experience and practice of Chile and other latin american countries.

     

    Abstract ID# 1134

    Presenting Author: Juan Pablo  Arístegui Sierra

    Coauthor(s):  Ximena Fuentes Torrijo       

    Preferred Session: We are connected: Integrating global interlinkages in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: This paper explores how TEIA can be undertaken without major amendments to existing national legislation.

     

  • The applicability of QSARs to chemical management in the Republic of Korea

     

    Abstract ID# 1168

    Presenting Author: Sang Hee  Lee

    Coauthor(s):  Seok-Won Jang  Dongjin   Kang   Si-won Lee   Seung-do Yu Pilje Kim

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: This study is designed to evaluate the reliability of the acute fish toxicity projected with 2 QSAR programs and the effects of the phy-chem properties on the reliability.

     

  • The Application of Scenario Planning to Development Corridor Strategies

     

    Abstract ID# 929

    Presenting Author: Jessica  Thorn

    Coauthor(s):  rob Marchant       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment of large-scale linear infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: Participatory scenario planning as a tool to inform SEA processes in development corridor planning

     

  • The appropriate use of sensitive stakeholder information in EIA and ESIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1234

    Presenting Author: Mark  Westbury

    Coauthor(s):  Manuel Rodriguez Brito       

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Impact assessments should make use of baseline information and feedback provided by stakeholders, but it is vital that this information is reported in an appropriate manner.

     

  • The Aquatic Ecological Impact Assessment of the Fundão dam failure

     

    Abstract ID# 1027

    Presenting Author: Justin  Cutajar

    Coauthor(s):  Simon Drummon       

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: A multiple lines of evidence approach for the aquatic ecology impact assessment of the Fundão dam failure.

     

  • The Canadian Impact Assessment Act and the Implementation of FPIC

     

    Abstract ID# 1366

    Presenting Author: Sophie  Theriault

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Implementing FPIC through the IA processes

    Summary Statement: This paper critically examines the newly enacted Canadian impact Assessment Act in order to evaluate its potential in terms of implementing FPIC.

     

  • The Canary in the Cage: Community Voices and Social License to Operate

     

    Abstract ID# 987

    Presenting Author: Mark   Proctor

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Beginning with the end in mind

    Summary Statement: It looks at European wide research through INFACT and marries it with doctoral research into the mining sector and communities in Serbia, in-order to illustrate general and country specific

     

  • The challenge of impactful assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1358

    Presenting Author: Zoë  Croom

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Listening with technology: deepening the impact of impact assessments

    Summary Statement: twentyfifty has led many HRIAs across the world. We will share our experience of the two core challenges that unite each assessment and the ways in which we are learning to address them.

     

  • The Contemporary Malawian EIA Mechanism and Public Participation

     

    Abstract ID# 1608

    Presenting Author: Rob  Hartley-Louis

    Coauthor(s):  Roslyn Taplin       

    Preferred Session: EIA

    Summary Statement: An assessment of the contemporary Malawian EIA Mechanism

     

  • The Enhancement of Footprint Assessment using Digital Business Processes

     

    Abstract ID# 1551

    Presenting Author: Toby  Croucher

    Coauthor(s):  Stephan Mueller  Bettina   Zedlitz    

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: Digital enablement will lead to automation of environmental impact data at a higher volume across business processes. This will increase the decision making value of environmental data.

     

  • The evolution of Environmental and Social Impact Studies in Mexico

     

    Abstract ID# 746

    Presenting Author: Armando  Garcia Chiang

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: An overview is presented on the evolution of environmental and social impact assessments within the energy sector in Mexico

     

  • THE FAILURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STUDIES IN PERU

     

    Abstract ID# 1560

    Presenting Author: Hernando  Nunez del Prado

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: Some important and essential recommendations for necessary regulatory modifications of environmental impact assessments in developing countries

     

  • The governance of the commons: A sustainable export strategy for Victoria

     

    Abstract ID# 1196

    Presenting Author: Anne   Dansey

    Coauthor(s):  Peter Parbery       

    Preferred Session: Strengthening IA through inter-governmental cooperation

    Summary Statement: The governance of the commons: this policy analysis explores the development of export and trade growth strategies in a carbon constrained and UNSDG goal context.

     

  • The Graduation Approach in Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 1466

    Presenting Author: Orna  Joyce

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: New directions in livelihood restoration in project design and beyond

    Summary Statement: This paper presents an introduction to the Graduation Approach, an internationally acclaimed methodology for holistic livelihoods restoration.

     

  • The impact of public participation on the EIA decision-making process in Po

     

    Abstract ID# 1543

    Presenting Author: Agata  Kosieradzka-Federczyk

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: The study concerns the determination of the real impact of public participation on EIA decision-making process.

     

  • THE IMPACT OF PUBLIC SUPPORT TO PRIVATE R&D: EVIDENCE FROM SPAIN

     

    Abstract ID# 1573

    Presenting Author: Ana  Fernández-Zubieta

    Coauthor(s):  José Molero Zayas  Antonio   García Sánchez    

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: The paper analyses the impact of public subsidies to private R&D in Spain. The impact on firms’ technological outputs vary importantly across sectors, having a positive effect limited to tra

     

  • The importance of Tiering in Environmental Assessment in South Africa

     

    Abstract ID# 1398

    Presenting Author: Paul  Hardcastle

    Coauthor(s):  Auyb Mohamed  Francois   Refief   Jos Arts  

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: The presentation reflects the importance of tiering in environmental assessment in South Africa as a developing country, to ensure that environmental impact assessments deliver sustainable d

     

  • The inclusion of biodiversity in EIA of the state of São Paulo – Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1436

    Presenting Author: Silvia Sayuri  Mandai

    Coauthor(s):  Marcelo Marini Pereira de Souza       

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: We will discuss how biodiversity was included into Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the state of São Paulo, exploring the potential of EIA in promoting biological conservation.

     

  • The Marine Local Ecological Footprinting Tool

     

    Abstract ID# 1059

    Presenting Author: Peter  Long

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Marine LEFT (www.marineleft.ox.ac.uk) is a web-based environmental decision support tool which provides data on patterns of biodiversity, ecosystem service provision, environmental processes

     

  • The marine protected areas as strategy to preserve biological diversity in

     

    Abstract ID# 1537

    Presenting Author: Cherifa  Benzidane

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Prioritizing landscape connectivity in environmental impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Algeria is aiming, through its National Biodiversity Strategy, to achieve sustainable development ,where the biodiversity is playing also a role for a green economic.

     

  • THE MISSING REGULATION OF DISPOSSESSION IN MELANESIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1190

    Presenting Author: Colin  Filer

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: The four independent states of Melanesia are struggling to find effective legal solutions to the problems of dispossession and displacement in urban and peri-urban areas.

     

  • The need for Digitalisation of Impact Assessment and Monitoring

     

    Abstract ID# 821

    Presenting Author: Louise Them  Kjølholm

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: Presentation of EKF’s innovative digital monitoring process and how it is used in practice. Discussions on benefits and challenges for consultants in performing Digital Impact Assessments.

     

  • The political rationality of national transport planning – does SEA matte

     

    Abstract ID# 1330

    Presenting Author: Ulrika  Gunnarsson-Östling

    Coauthor(s):  Berit Balfors  Linnea   Eriksson   Karolina Isaksson   Kristina Lundberg Tobias Robinson

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: This paper highlights the political aspects of strategic environmental assessments and what it means for the implementation and effectiveness of SEA in transport planning.

     

  • The Public participation dimension: the case of the Bureau d’audiences pu

     

    Abstract ID# 1622

    Presenting Author: Mario Gauthier  Louis Simard

    Coauthor(s):  Mario Gauthier Louis Simard       

    Preferred Session: Encouraging advances in IA public participation practice

    Summary Statement: This paper aims to contribute to the understanding of the link between public participation in environmental assessment and decision-making based on an analysis of a database of more than 40

     

  • The relationship between procedure and effectiveness

     

    Abstract ID# 1140

    Presenting Author: Claire  Gronow

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Reform of EsIA implementation for greater efficiency and effectiveness

    Summary Statement: ESIA procedure is derived from the technical-rational model of decision-making and positivist science but this does not reflect reality, and helps to explain lack of effectiveness of ESIA.

     

  • The Role of Benefit Sharing in the Implementation of Large Irrigation Dams

     

    Abstract ID# 1032

    Presenting Author: DAN  ADINO

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Benefit sharing: Enablers, mitigation, conflicts, and sustainability

    Summary Statement: The objective of this paper is to analyze the role of benefit sharing in infrastructure development as a new approach to sustainable development .

     

  • The role of neighbourhood environment on mental health:strategic assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1264

    Presenting Author: Adriana  Loureiro

    Coauthor(s):  Maria do Rosário Partidário  Paula   Santana    

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Strategic considerations on neighbourhood environmental factors to promote population mental health in Lisbon Region must be accounted in the decision-making processes under local planning

     

  • The role of power relations in SEA effectiveness: towards a research agenda

     

    Abstract ID# 1568

    Presenting Author: Alexandra  Polido

    Coauthor(s):  Lone Kørnøv       

    Preferred Session: SEA (TBD)

    Summary Statement: Reviews power relations in SEA to understand theoretical and empirical implications for SEA effectiveness, identifying trends supporting the need to redirect its conceptual attention.

     

  • The social factors in the transmission pathway

     

    Abstract ID# 1599

    Presenting Author: Mariana  Ruiz Alvarado

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: The importance of COVID-19 and other zoonotic diseases in impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Land use changes are the primary transmission pathway for EID. Mass migration, energy, transport and food-security policies, programmes and projects need to integrate risks of EID.

     

  • The South African Climate Change Bill: impact assessment in framework laws

     

    Abstract ID# 1141

    Presenting Author: Olivia  Rumble

    Coauthor(s):  Andrew Gilder       

    Preferred Session: New models of IA and climate change law worldwide

    Summary Statement: The South African Climate Change Bill and the role of law in mainstreaming climate change considerations into impact assessment and development planning: a developing country perspective

     

  • THE SOUTH AFRICAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCREENING TOOL – A PRACTICAL EXAMPLE OF A

     

    Abstract ID# 1376

    Presenting Author: Dee   Fischer

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Using spatial web-enabled tools for environmental screening: Pros and cons?

    Summary Statement: This paper discusses an online web-based environmental screening tool which has been introduced to assist with decision making on environmental impact assessments in South Africa.

     

  • The tiering of environmental decisions and the land-use planning structure

     

    Abstract ID# 1450

    Presenting Author: MARCELO MARINI PEREIRA DE  SOUZA

    Coauthor(s):  GUILHERME AUGUSTO CARMINATO BIRCOL       

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This research aimed to analyse the variables that potentially influence the flow of environmental decisions among the various levels across the planning hierarchy in a Brazilian city.

     

  • The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and IAs

     

    Abstract ID# 1395

    Presenting Author: Edward  John

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Implementing UNDRIP into IA for better decisions

    Summary Statement: First Nations in Canada are working to ensure the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is used in Canadian law.

     

  • The Use of Ethnography in Resettlement

     

    Abstract ID# 1277

    Presenting Author: Inga-Lill  Aronsson

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Smarter governance in resettlement II: Rights, risks, and responsibilities

    Summary Statement: Ethnography, as method(s) and theory, is explored and put in relation to the policy safeguards´ discourse in order to support a renegotiated social order within the community for a viable so

     

  • The use of radar and observers: from strategic planning to mitigation

     

    Abstract ID# 1357

    Presenting Author: Ricardo  Tomé

    Coauthor(s):  Alexandre Leitão  Filipe   Canário   Nadine Pires   Nuno Vieira Ricardo Oliveira

    Preferred Session: Biodiversity and wind energy: improving practice using a strategic approach

    Summary Statement: Comparison of scenarios using radar and/or observers in the evaluation of potential impacts on birds from the construction of wind farms and in the operational mitigation of such impacts.

     

  • Three years of digital EIS, do we get the hang of it?

     

    Abstract ID# 980

    Presenting Author: Bart   Barten

    Coauthor(s):  Luis Martins Dias  Paul   Eijssen    

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: Three years after the digital EIA, several examples of digital reports have appeared. What are the results? Are we making progress? Where should we further develop?

     

  • Through an Indigenous lens: Assessing impacts using systems thinking

     

    Abstract ID# 1154

    Presenting Author: Alan  Ehrlich

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Indigenous Peoples

    Summary Statement: This talk explores how to use systems thinking to assess impacts of projects on interconnected socio-ecological systems involving Indigenous peoples.

     

  • Tiering ecosystem services in urban plans and projects

     

    Abstract ID# 855

    Presenting Author: Amarilis Lucia  Casteli Figueiredo Gallardo

    Coauthor(s):  Juliana Siqueira-Gay       

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This work aims at investigating the horizontal and vertical tiering between urban plans and projects, especially considering the ES approach in documents of a big city in the global south.

     

  • Time for tiers – the role of timing in effective EA tiering

     

    Abstract ID# 1060

    Presenting Author: Charlotta  Faith-Ell

    Coauthor(s):  Jos Arts       

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: This paper explores the role of effective tiering based on three types of timing in tiering: sequential, parallel and overlapping based on High Speed Rail cases in Sweden and Estonia.

     

  • Towards Contextual Gender Impact Assessment: Lessons from Ghana, West Afric

     

    Abstract ID# 1303

    Presenting Author: Kwadwo  Adusei-Asante

    Coauthor(s):  Sonam Pelden       

    Preferred Session: Addressing reprisal risks in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Our paper argues that an fits all gender impact assessment model will not work in all settings

     

  • Towards integrating Maori perspectives in environmental decision-making

     

    Abstract ID# 1581

    Presenting Author: Terry  Calmeyer

    Coauthor(s):  Sandra Balcombe       

    Preferred Session: Community participation in impact assessments

    Summary Statement: Personal experience of integrating Māori perspectives in decision-making relating to processing of environmental consents for oil and gas activities in New Zealand’s offshore waters.

     

  • TOWARDS POSITIVE TRANSFORMATION OF CONFLICTS IN ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING

     

    Abstract ID# 1561

    Presenting Author: Paulo Andrés  PEREZ ALVAREZ

    Coauthor(s):  Laura Bibiana GAITAN LOPEZ  Diego Alejandro   MARTINEZ BALLESTEROS    

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment, structural agent in socio-environmental conflict zones

    Summary Statement: The rise of socio-environmental conflicts in Colombia has been a matter of concern. ANLA is approaching this challenge taking actions towards the positive transformation of conflicts.

     

  • Towards the development of a holistic instrument for evaluating EIA systems

     

    Abstract ID# 870

    Presenting Author: Mheda  Garcia

    Coauthor(s):  Maria Victoria Espaldon  Enrique   Pacardo   Antonio Alcantara   Josefina Dizon

    Preferred Session: Citizen science iInvolvement and resident-driven impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This work proposes and tests a holistic evaluation questionnaire to the PEISS, which is one of the oldest EIA systems in the world.

     

  • Traditional ecological knowledge and conservation of cassowaries in PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 1018

    Presenting Author: Dzarina   Susuke

    Coauthor(s):  Paige West  Enock   Kale    

    Preferred Session: Operating in emerging countries with high biological and cultural diversity

    Summary Statement: Traditional ecological knowledge of cassowary (Cassuarius) conservation, in the montane forest of PNG: Taking on the bio-cultural approach.

     

  • Transformative governance for Environmental Assessment in a federal country

     

    Abstract ID# 1416

    Presenting Author: MARIA CELESTE  PIÑERA

    Coauthor(s):  ANDREA FRASSETTO       

    Preferred Session: Progress and challenges of impact assessment in Latin America

    Summary Statement: In 2016 Argentina took a fundamental turn to regulate the role and procedures for federal EIA, promoting the cooperation with provinces and strengthening evidence-based decision-making.

     

  • Transformative health governance: a case study

     

    Abstract ID# 1308

    Presenting Author: Floor  Schreurs

    Coauthor(s):  Marleen Bekker  Jan-Kees   Helderman   Maria Jansen   Dirk Ruwaard

    Preferred Session: Connecting IA, monitoring, and evaluation through adaptive planning

    Summary Statement: Transformative health governance involves coordination with collaborative, experimental, adaptive and reflexive arrangements, enabling conditions to HIA uptake in strategic actions.

     

  • Traps and Flows for Leadership in SEA

     

    Abstract ID# 1266

    Presenting Author: Zsolt  Szilvácsku

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: During my research of SEAs I identified eight fundamental premises for the Leadership in SEA and preconditions to prevent traps and to create flows during the the SEA process.

     

  • Trends in Biodiversity Offsetting and Obstacles to Mandating it Japan

     

    Abstract ID# 1590

    Presenting Author: Takafumi  Kawamura

    Coauthor(s):  Takeru Shiroki  Akira   Tanaka    

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: We identified trends in offsetting practices and the obstacles to mandating offsetting in Japan. We concluded that the Japanese government still faces obstacles for mandating offsetting.

     

  • Trends in punitive actions against environmental pollution in Bangladesh

     

    Abstract ID# 1246

    Presenting Author: Tanvir  Ahmed

    Coauthor(s):  Md. Quamrul Hasan  Mohammad Osman   Sarwar    

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: We aim to understand the prevailing status of fines levied for environmental pollution in Bangladesh and how the fines are distributed across different violation types and industrial sectors

     

  • Uncovering Nueva Esperanza: Cultural Heritage through Archaeology and EIA

     

    Abstract ID# 1476

    Presenting Author: Joaquin  Otero

    Coauthor(s):  Yaddy H. Ruiz  Andres   Amaya    

    Preferred Session: Improving coverage of cultural heritage in EIA

    Summary Statement: Discovered during ESIA, the Nueva Esperanza archaeological site allows understanding high-plane settlers bringing cultural heritage and pre-Colombian knowledge to new levels.

     

  • Unlocking the promise of 'integrated' strategic environmental assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 1570

    Presenting Author: Chris  Buse

    Coauthor(s):  Rob Friberg  Lauren   Arnold   Kevin Hanna  

    Preferred Session: SEA effectiveness: Getting more out of less

    Summary Statement: SEA effectiveness for integrating environmental, community and health values. Hear about areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

     

  • Updated IAIA HIA international best practice principles

     

    Abstract ID# 1162

    Presenting Author: Mirko  Winkler

    Coauthor(s):  Francesca Villiani  Astrid   Knoblauch   Peter Furu  

    Preferred Session: Smartening health and well-being in IA: From policies to projects

    Summary Statement: This updated international guidance provides refined core values of HIA and places emphasis on the different types of HIA currently practiced globally.

     

  • Use of the digital platform on Biodiversity and GIS Application in the Vege

     

    Abstract ID# 1316

    Presenting Author: Esperança  da Costa

    Coauthor(s):  Daniel Piris  Tomásia   Adão    

    Preferred Session: Digital technologies for biodiversity assessment and monitoring

    Summary Statement: Key words: flora, degradation, threatened species, QGIS, conservation

     

  • Using a wellbeing framework to assess social impacts of hydropower projects

     

    Abstract ID# 1592

    Presenting Author: Victoria   Griffiths

    Coauthor(s):  Julia Baker   Joseph   Bull   E.J. Milner-Gulland  

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: A wellbeing framework allows for a better, more nuanced understanding of the complex social impacts that local people experience from development projects, providing a ‘smarter’ form of SIA.

     

  • Using DHIS2 for health impact assessment: a new spatial methodology

     

    Abstract ID# 908

    Presenting Author: Andrea  Farnham

    Coauthor(s):  Mirko Winkler       

    Preferred Session: Data-driven health impact assessment

    Summary Statement: We present a new spatial analysis method using national data from DHIS2 to evaluate the impact of large natural resource extraction projects on health in low and middle-income countries.

     

  • Using Ecological Function as an Indicator for No Net Loss of biodiversity

     

    Abstract ID# 1229

    Presenting Author: Andrew  Cauldwell

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Assessing significance: Practical lessons from global IA projects

    Summary Statement: Natural habitats are defined by ecological function and species diversity. Ecological function gets overlooked, yet there are suitable high level indicators for measuring the achievement of

     

  • Using ESIA to Optimise the Design of Mining Projects - OLC Case Study

     

    Abstract ID# 1054

    Presenting Author: Alice  Davies

    Coauthor(s):  Emily Harris       

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: A case study of a 35km overland conveyor (OLC) for a mining project & the effective use of the mitigation hierarchy to avoid negative impacts and enhance positive ones during project design.

     

  • Using HIA in Wales to implement the SDGs in practice

     

    Abstract ID# 773

    Presenting Author: Liz  Green

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Without health there is nothing: Institutionalizing HIA for the SDGs

    Summary Statement: This paper describes how HIA has been embedded in Wales and how it can support the translation of the SDGs into practice

     

  • Using SESA in the development of Integrated Flood Risk Management Plan

     

    Abstract ID# 1438

    Presenting Author: Tosin   Oso

    Coauthor(s):  Bola Dada  Adeolu   Ojo   Evelyn Adesina   Michael Ilesanmi Dayo Ayorinde

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: The identification of social impacts of flooding requiring protective and preventive measures can be carried out using the strategic environmental and social assessment approach

     

  • Using technology to integrate biodiversity earlier in decision-making

     

    Abstract ID# 1311

    Presenting Author: Erin  Gianferrara

    Coauthor(s):  Chris White       

    Preferred Session: Catch the worm! Early biodiversity risk screening for impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This presentation sets out an approach using GIS and remote sensing to allow users to seamlessly integrate biodiversity and natural capital into the early stages of impact assessments.

     

  • Utilizing data visualization programs in waste management processes in PNG

     

    Abstract ID# 1169

    Presenting Author: Jocelyn  Narokai

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Improving environmental and social performance of infrastructure projects

    Summary Statement: A description of how EMPNG is using data visualization technology for waste management, and how that has helped to identify potential areas of improvement through adaptive management.

     

  • Valued Component Selection in Regional Assessment: Useful for Projects?

     

    Abstract ID# 1563

    Presenting Author: Jill  Blakley

    Coauthor(s):  Bram Noble  Karen   Vella   Jerome Marty  

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: We investigate valued component selection in regional-scale impact assessment in Canada to evaluate the potential to streamline project assessment and improve decision-making at that level.

     

  • Virtual Climate & Weather Station for Smart Environmental Impact Assessment

     

    Abstract ID# 818

    Presenting Author: Jaiho  Oh

    Coauthor(s):  Ji-Han Shim  Ji-Won   Oh   Morang Hur  

    Preferred Session: Digital impact assessment: The latest developments

    Summary Statement: To overcome a limitation in the current environmental impact assessment a virtual observation technique has been introduced in this paper.

     

  • Virtual Consultations during COVID-19: A Guide for Meaningful Engagement

     

    Abstract ID# 1576

    Presenting Author: Isolina  Sanchez

    Coauthor(s):  Sonia Cuesta  Doris   Domingo    

    Preferred Session: Consultation in the time of COVID19

    Summary Statement: Our paper will cover a how-to guide to virtual consultations with adaptable approaches for different contexts, best practices, common pitfalls and lessons learned.

     

  • Visual tools in ESIAs to develop technical capabilities in decision makers

     

    Abstract ID# 1121

    Presenting Author: Paola  Quijano

    Coauthor(s):  José Campuzano  Pablo   Guinea   Javier Odriozola   Begoña Rodrigo Ferran Climent

    Preferred Session: How does EIA influence decision making in the oil and gas sector?

    Summary Statement: Oil and Gas companies sharing visual tools in the preparation of ESIAs to help in the development of technical capabilities on Environmental Regulators in developing countries.

     

  • Visual tools in today’s EIA public participation

     

    Abstract ID# 985

    Presenting Author: Ana  Roque de Oliveira

    Coauthor(s):  Maria Partidário       

    Preferred Session: Visual tools in public participation: Why? How to design? Who to involve?

    Summary Statement: A recent survey on the use of visual tools in EIA public participation highlights their technical, social and cultural features, and the importance of public involvement in their design.

     

  • Visualized Mitigation for Enhancing PP in EIA Distribution Piping, Thailand

     

    Abstract ID# 1012

    Presenting Author: ANAK  KARNPISIT

    Coauthor(s):  WORAWUT HAMARN  JATURONG   SAENSORN   THANAPA INDRAKAMHAENG   DONNAPA JITTADEJCHAIYAPATH

    Preferred Session: Visual tools in public participation: Why? How to design? Who to involve?

    Summary Statement: Mitigations maybe not understand by some stakeholders, so PTT proposes visualized mitigations for enhancing public participation in EIA of upcoming natural gas distribution piping project.

     

  • VR and advanced visualisation tools for PP across the EMEA region

     

    Abstract ID# 1221

    Presenting Author: Jose  Corraliza

    Coauthor(s):  Andy Thomas       

    Preferred Session: Visual tools in public participation: Why? How to design? Who to involve?

    Summary Statement: The benefits of applying visual tools in public participation are globally applicable and are fast becoming best practice. We discuss case studies from across the EMEA region.

     

  • Vulnerabilities in Mining Regulatory Process in Canada

     

    Abstract ID# 1139

    Presenting Author: Alice  Guimaraes

    Coauthor(s):  Cole Atlin  Abigail   Cruickshank   Sebastian Jarrin   Priya Bala-Miller Deniz Yaylaci

    Preferred Session: Benefit sharing: Enablers, mitigation, conflicts, and sustainability

    Summary Statement: The study conducted the analysis of the EA process for mining projects in three Canadian jurisdictions in order to identify transparency vulnerabilities and accountability gaps

     

  • Vulnerability and impact assessment in the Eastern Nile Basin

     

    Abstract ID# 1186

    Presenting Author: Sumia  Mohamed

    Coauthor(s):  Dr. Stacey Fineran       

    Preferred Session: Disaster, conflict and crisis: Are impacts being Identified?

    Summary Statement: A Vulnerability and Impact Assessment paper for the Eastern Nile Basin to identify appropriate Nature-based Solutions (NbS) interventions in response to the climate crisis.

     

  • Water temperature change due to climate change in major lakes, South Korea

     

    Abstract ID# 1184

    Presenting Author: Yu  Soonju

    Coauthor(s):  Ryu Ingu  Park   Minji   Im Jongkwon  

    Preferred Session: Asian S3EA: Strategic, spatial and sustainable EA

    Summary Statement: To find out the effect on water temperature change by temperature based on long-term data in major lakes, largest water source in South Korea.

     

  • What a failed megaproject can tell us about EIA as a frame for conflicts

     

    Abstract ID# 1514

    Presenting Author: Julio  Diaz Cruz

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Conflict or agreement: Role of impact assessment in managing conflicts

    Summary Statement: Analyzing the New International Airport in Mexico City, a 13 billion USD canceled mega project, I mapped the emergence and limits of new rationalities that questions traditional mechanisms of EIA.

     

  • What does gender have to do with it?

     

    Abstract ID# 873

    Presenting Author: Caroline  Brodeur

    Coauthor(s):  Scott Sellwood  Ian   Thomson   Maria Ezpeleta   Sarah Zoen

    Preferred Session: Gender in impact assessment: Experiences and perspectives

    Summary Statement: Drawing from our experiences in community-based HRIAs and gender impact assessments, Oxfam will share lessons and suggest key principles for fostering gender-responsive assessment processes.

     

  • What is handed over in EA tiering?

     

    Abstract ID# 1095

    Presenting Author: Heikki  Kalle

    Coauthor(s):  Charlotta Faith-Ell  Jos   Arts    

    Preferred Session: The evolution of the tiering concept: Connecting IA and planning levels

    Summary Statement: In EA tiering, information is handed over. Discussion focuses mostly on ‘how’ tiering works. This paper focusses on the little-addressed issue of ‘what’ information is handed in tiering?

     

  • Who is in charge? Environmental inspection and sanction in Chile

     

    Abstract ID# 1102

    Presenting Author: Kay  Bergamini

    Coauthor(s):  José Hernández        

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: It analyzes the environmental inspection and sanction in Chile which can be approached from the Environmental Impact Assessment's Environmental Licenses or by the object of environmental pro

     

  • Who knows Health Impact Assessment?

     

    Abstract ID# 999

    Presenting Author: Carlos   Iglesias-Merchan

    Coauthor(s):  Piedad Martin-Olmedo  Elvira   Domínguez-Ares    

    Preferred Session: Evaluación de Impacto en Salud: Estado del arte y experiencias en España (CONEIA - Spanish Submissions Only)

    Summary Statement: Despite Health Impact Assessment (HIA) has been incorporated to the Spanish legal system 8 years ago, there is quite limited knowledge of HIA among both practitioners and the general public.

     

  • Why and how early Impact Assessment can deliver better outcomes

     

    Abstract ID# 1174

    Presenting Author: Rupert  Duckworth

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Decision making and environmental assessment

    Summary Statement: Early engagement with IA processes can deliver good outcomes. This paper focuses on why, how and what IA needs to provide decision makers to enable them to make the right and best decisions

     

  • Why are projects rarely rejected in Impact Assessments?

     

    Abstract ID# 804

    Presenting Author: Alberto  Fonseca

    Coauthor(s):  Robert Gibson       

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: This presentation explores the reasons why EIA occasionally rejects projects and discusses the criteria that underpin such decisions in the empirical contexts of Canada and Brazil.

     

  • WIND ENERGY IN ARGENTINA: A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO MANAGING IMPACTS ON BIRDS

     

    Abstract ID# 920

    Presenting Author: Romina   Aramburu Muñoz-Najar

    Coauthor(s):  Lori Anna Conzo       

    Preferred Session: Impact assessment guideline for wildlife-friendly renewable energies

    Summary Statement: A first-of-kind guideline to assist wind energy developers, government agencies and academia in the assessment and management of impacts to birds and bats in Latin America.

     

  • Windpower expansion and local population in the northeast of Brazil

     

    Abstract ID# 1417

    Presenting Author: Denise  Matos

    Coauthor(s):  KATIA GARCIA  LUCIANA   PAZ   MARCIO GIANNINI   MARCELLE TAVARES

    Preferred Session: What is the real extent of social impacts of renewable energy projects?

    Summary Statement: The rapid expansion of wind generation in Brazil poses challenges to the social pillar of sustainability due to the cumulative impacts of projects.

     

  • Yasmine Pagni

     

    Abstract ID# 957

    Presenting Author: Yasmine  Pagni

    Coauthor(s):         

    Preferred Session: Emerging issues in ESG risk management

    Summary Statement: In this presentation, the EIB will share perspectives on emerging issues in ESG risk management, focusing on social aspects.

     

  • Yin & Yang: EIA and Environmental Compliance

     

    Abstract ID# 1562

    Presenting Author: Kay  Bergamini

    Coauthor(s):  Cristian Pérez  Gino   Araya    

    Preferred Session: Enforcement and compliance of environmental and social impact assessment

    Summary Statement: Relationship between Environmental Compliance Management Model with EIA and enforcement and monitoring practices is discussed, similar to Yin & Yang two opposing and complementary forces.