Topic Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

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What is an EIA?

The EIA is an environmental prevention instrument and is used to coordinate and optimise building projects.

What does it examine?

The EIA is used to examine compliance with environmental regulations.

How is the EIA conducted?

The EIA is part of the important authorisation process for the building projects concerned.

Who examines environmental-friendliness?

The competent environmental protection authority examines the environmental-friendliness of a project on behalf of decision-making authorities

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