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.
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Webinar
Virtual Symposium 2020: Health Track
Presenters: Robert Bos, Dr. Martin Birley, Francesca Viliani, Gene Peralta, Dr. Janis Shandro, Dr. Mark Divall, Liz Green, Yina Xiao, Laura Morgan, Jo Treweek, Dr. Philippe Guibert, Mariana Ruiz Alvarado, Dr. Osman A. Dar, Ben Cave, Dr. Thomas Fischer, Dr. Odile Mekel, & Ryngan Pyper
Recorded: 5-8 October 2020

Webinar
Species Environmental Assessment Guidelines
Presenter: Domitilla Raimondo
Recorded: 21 May 2020

Webinar
Microplastics in Estuarine and Coastal Ecosystems
Presenter: Bob Murphy
Recorded: 12 February 2020

Webinar
Guidelines on Business and KBAs: Managing Risk to Biodiversity
Presenters: Andrew Plumptre and Giulia Carbone
Recorded: 19 April 2018

Webinar
Accessing and Interpreting Biodiversity Information for High-Level Biodiversity Screening
Presenters: Dr. Eugenie Regan and Nadine McCormick
Recorded: 10 April 2018

Best Practice
Best Practice: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
“Best Practice: Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services” is part of IAIA’s International Best Practice Principles series for impact assessment practitioners.