Environmental Impact Assessment (Lu Shuyu)

Author: Lu Shuyu
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Publishing Date: 2001-07-01
Features: This book is a research outcome of the Ministry of Education's "Reform Plan for Teaching Content and Curriculum Systems in Higher Education Towards the 21st Century," and is a 21st-century-oriented course textbook. It comprehensively introduces the concept, basic theories, relevant regulations, standards, as well as the procedures and methods of environmental impact assessment. It particularly provides detailed descriptions of the evaluation of environmental elements such as the atmosphere, surface water, soil, noise, and ecology. The entire book is logically structured around the fundamental principles, methods, and techniques of environmental impact assessment, incorporating essential basic knowledge from related disciplines while also expanding theoretical understanding. It emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, with case studies of environmental impact assessments included in major chapters to help students understand the practical aspects of environmental impact assessment work in China. Additionally, the book appropriately reflects the latest research findings on environmental impact assessment from abroad. The book was piloted in 8 universities from 1999 to 2000, achieving positive results. Its content is comprehensive, well-organized, and clearly structured, making it suitable for undergraduate students in environmental-related fields at universities. It can also serve as a reference for technical personnel engaged in environmental impact assessment.