Methods of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

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<P>Environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) is an important and often obligatory part of proposing or launching any development project. Delivering a successful ESIA needs not only an understanding of the theory but also a detailed knowledge of the methods for carrying out the processes required. Riki Therivel and Graham Wood bring together the latest advice on best practice</P><P>from experienced practitioners to ensure an ESIA is carried out effectively and efficiently. This new edition:</P><P></P><P>¿ explains how an ESIA works and how it should be carried out</P><P>¿ demonstrates the links between socio-economic, cultural, environmental</P><P>and ecological systems and assessments</P><P>¿ incorporates the World Bank¿s IFC performance standards, and best practice examples from developing as well as developed countries</P><P>¿ includes new chapters on emerging ESIA topics such as climate change, ecosystem services, cultural impacts, resource efficiency, land acquisition and