Author(s)

Kurt Jensen, Hanne K. Bach & Christopher M.R. Pastakia

Abstract

A system called Rapid Impact Assessment Matrix (RIAM) has been developed to organise Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). RIAM brings together the individual multi-disciplinary parts of an EIA in a transparent and semi- quantitative manner. RIAM allows a holistic and coherent anticipation of problems, and can assist in the repeated assessment of alternatives and project details during the planning phase. In coastal regions, numerical models are also important tools in the impact assessment process. Some advantages are provided by the combined use of the RIAM and the MIKE21 model system. RIAM defines the important assessment criteria and environmental components as well as a means by which values for each of these criteria can

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