Environmental and Social Impact Assessment: An Introduction - Couverture rigide

Barrow, C

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0340662727 ISBN 13 : 9780340662724

Editeur : Hodder Arnold, 1997

Synopsis

This introduction to impact assessment examines the tools and approaches which try to ensure that the process of development follows the best possible course. It considers the concepts, methods and practice of impact assesment and outlines its capabilities, characteristics and limitations. The book includes coverage of both environmental and social impact assessment and emphasizes the importance of their use in advance of the decision-making process. The text assumes no prior knowledge of this subject.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This new introduction to impact assessment examines the tools and approaches which try to ensure that the process of development follows the best possible course. Presupposing no prior knowledge of the subject it considers the concepts, methods and practice of impact assessment, and outlines its capabilities, characteristics and limitations.

The book includes coverage of both environmental and social impact assessment and emphasizes the importance of their use in advance of the decision-making process. An extensive bibliography, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary of terms are also provided. Barrow's accessible new text is essential reading for those approaching the subject for the first time, whether from a science or a social science background.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hodder Arnold
• Date d'édition: 1997
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0340662727
• ISBN 13: 9780340662724
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 320
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible