The Application of Science in Environmental Impact Assessment

This book defines an appropriate role for science in EIA and explores whether scientific theory and practice are at their vanguard in EIA and related applications. Based on this review, the book concludes that improvements to the quality of science in EIA will rely on the adoption of stronger participatory and collaborative working arrangements.

Author: Aaron J. MacKinnon, Peter N. Duinker, Tony R. Walker
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 01/15/2018
Pages: 142
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780815387299

About the Author

Aaron J. MacKinnon has a Master of Environmental Studies from the School for Resource and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Management, Dalhousie University, Canada.

Peter N. Duinker is a professor at the School for Resource and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Management, Dalhousie University, Canada.

Tony R. Walker is an Assistant Professor at the School for Resource and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Management, Dalhousie University, Canada.