Introductory course to the international legal framework on Environmental Impact Assesment Corporate author UNEP/InforMEA Date 2016 Source IUCN (ID: MON-092660) Title (French) Cours d'introduction au cadre juridique international sur l'évaluation de l'impact environnemental Publisher | Place of publication UNEP | www Document type Training/educational material Language English, French Field of application International Subject Environment gen. Keyword Transboundary effects EIA International agreement-text Abstract Development can have, and has had over the years, major impacts on the environment, by degrading soils and waterways, altering landscapes and threatening biodiversity. In addition to harming our surroundings, these impacts can and do have significant economic costs and negatively affect human health. Environmental Impact Assessments (“EIA”) provides a tool that would assist in the anticipation and minimization of development’s negative effects. Undertaken in the early stages of project planning and design, EIA could help shape development in a manner that best suits the local environment and is most responsive to human needs. This course introduces you to the Espoo Convention, which seeks to establish Environmental Impact Assessment-based mechanisms to effectively monitor and control trans-boundary pollution. At the end of this course, you will be able to: 1.Describe the need and concept of environmental impact assessments 2.Identify the core components and mechanisms established by the Espoo Convention and its Protocol The course is comprised of 2 units. Each unit includes a book with links to the InforMEA glossary and relevant documents and websites, additional materials and videos. It will take you 1 hour approximately to complete the course, excluding additional materials. You can manage your time as you wish and retake the course whenever it is more convenient for you. After completing all the units and passing the quiz with an 80% of correct responses, you will receive a certificate of completion. Website e-learning.informea.org Other references Treaty Convention on Environmental Impact Assessment in a Transboundary Context Treaty | Multilateral | Espoo | Feb 25, 1991 Keyword: Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Data collection/reporting, Research, EIA, Transboundary effects, Public participation, Dispute settlement, PIC-prior informed consent, Monitoring Source: IUCN (ID: TRE-001108)