Environmental Impact Studies: Legal Compliance and Procedures

This lecture covers the definition and objective of Environmental Impact Studies (EIA), focusing on legal compliance and procedures. It explains the importance of early definition of procedures, the types of installations subject to EIA, and the role of EIA in decision-making processes. The lecture also delves into the legal bases, bibliography, and European directives related to EIA, emphasizing the preventive nature of EIA in assessing potential environmental damage. Additionally, it discusses the concept of immission, emission limit values, and measures taken to limit emissions. The lecture concludes with practical examples of installations subject to EIA and the criteria for site selection in environmental projects.