DVA 2601 assignment 5.

DVA 2601 assignment 5. MUST READ. Student Number : Module : DVA 2601 Assignment number: No. 5 Table of contents 1. Introduction 2. What is Environmental Impact Assessment 3. Definitions 4. Who should be involved in the process of environmental impact assessment 5. Phases of environmental Impact Assessment 6. Ways through which Environmental Impact Assessment can be Simplified 7. Conclusion 8. Sources consulted Introduction Economic, social and environmental change is inherent to development. Whilst development aims to bring about positive change it can lead to conflicts. In the past the promotion of economic growth as the motor for increased well-being was the main development thrust with little sensitivity to adverse social or environmental impacts. The need to avoid adverse impacts and to ensure long term benefits led to the concept of sustainability. This has become accepted as an essential feature of development if the aim of increased well-being and greater equity in fulfilling basic needs is to be met for this and future generations.