Review:
Impact Assessments
overall review score: 4.2
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score is between 0 and 5
Impact assessments are tools used to evaluate the potential effects of a project, program, or policy on the environment, society, and economy.
Key Features
- Identifying potential impacts
- Assessing significance of impacts
- Developing mitigation measures
- Consulting stakeholders
- Monitoring and evaluation
Pros
- Helps decision-makers make informed choices
- Promotes sustainable development
- Increases transparency and accountability
Cons
- Can be time-consuming and costly
- Uncertainty in predicting future impacts
- Potential for conflicts among stakeholders