The “FasTips No. 14: Assessing Significance in Impact Assessment of Projects” document emphasizes the critical role of determining the significance of potential impacts within project impact assessments (IA). It outlines key strategies for practitioners, including:
Contextual Evaluation: Assessing impacts relative to the specific environmental, social, and economic context of the project.
Stakeholder Engagement: Involving affected communities and stakeholders to understand diverse perspectives on what constitutes significant impacts.
Transparent Criteria: Establishing clear and consistent criteria for significance to ensure objective and reproducible assessments.
By adopting these practices, IA professionals can enhance the credibility and effectiveness of their assessments, leading to more informed and balanced decision-making.
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About FasTips Series
The IAIA FasTips series delivers practical tips in a fast format. When time is short, FasTips provide quick advice without the need for formal guidance.
Designed for impact assessment (IA) professionals, FasTips clarify common questions. While they help refine best practices, they do not replace the IAIA Best Practice Principles series.
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