impact assessment topics

Biodiversity and Ecology

General Information

This area of impact assessment focuses on understanding, evaluating, and mitigating impacts on ecosystems and species. It includes ecological impact assessment, biodiversity conservation, and the role of IA in managing and protecting natural areas.

Biodiversity & Ecology Special-Interest Section

IAIA's Biodiversity and Ecology special-interest Section focuses on ecological impact assessment, biodiversity in impact assessment, ecological compensation and mitigation, impact assessment for protected areas, and establishment and management. Chair(s): Jo Treweek & Denny Grossman

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IAPA

IAPA Volume 43, Issue 1 (2025)

Explore IAPA Volume 43 Issue 1, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment. Free access for IAIA members.

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Proceedings

Infrastructure Symposium 2024 Proceedings

View the official proceedings from the 2024 regional symposium on Infrastructure in Antigua, Guatemala. Consulta las memorias oficiales del simposio regional 2024 sobre Infraestructura en Antigua, Guatemala.

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News and Media

For Biodiversity, Low Carbon Doesn’t Mean Low Impact

Low carbon energy must also protect biodiversity. Learn how to reduce ecological harm from renewable projects using smart planning.

Proceedings

IAIA24 Conference Proceedings

View and download the official proceedings from IAIA24 in Dublin, featuring session summaries, papers, and key takeaways.

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Best Practice

Best Practice: Nature-Based Solutions

“Best Practice: Nature-Based Solutions” is part of IAIA’s International Best Practice Principles series for impact assessment practitioners.

IAPA

IAPA Volume 42, Issue 3 (2024)

Explore IAPA Volume 42 Issue 3, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

impact assessment topics

Biodiversity and Ecology

General Information

Biodiversity & Ecology Special-Interest Section

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IAPA Volume 43, Issue 1 (2025)

For Biodiversity, Low Carbon Doesn’t Mean Low Impact

Best Practice: Nature-Based Solutions

IAPA Volume 42, Issue 3 (2024)

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Biodiversity and Ecology

General Information

Biodiversity & Ecology Special-Interest Section

Explore IAIA's resources on this topic...

IAPA Volume 43, Issue 1 (2025)

Infrastructure Symposium 2024 Proceedings

For Biodiversity, Low Carbon Doesn’t Mean Low Impact

IAIA24 Conference Proceedings

Best Practice: Nature-Based Solutions

IAPA Volume 42, Issue 3 (2024)

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