Environmental Impact Studies: Understanding Nature

This lecture covers the development and revitalization of watercourses, faunistic studies, environmental monitoring of construction sites, and the impact of human activities on natural environments. The instructor, Julien Devanthéry, discusses the legal basis, traffic and mobility, groundwater, waste management, and the importance of preserving aquatic, woody, and herbaceous environments. The lecture also explores the concept of nature, the protection of wildlife, and the legal framework for nature conservation, including federal and cantonal laws. Case studies, such as the H189 project, are used to illustrate the practical application of environmental impact studies in real-world scenarios.