Conducting impact assessments

Throughout a potential project or development's life cycle, we conduct Environmental, Socioeconomic, and Health Impact Assessments (ESHIAs) and integrate the results into project evaluation, planning, and decision-making.  

Our assessments consist of an evaluation of biological, chemical, and physical characteristics, including people's health and socioeconomic needs as an integral part of the environment.  With the help of scientists and engineers, map builders, and land use experts, we typically analyze surrounding land use in each project's development area.  We use satellite imagery to better assess how areas may be impacted by a project and to identify ways in which facilities could be redesigned to reduce their impacts.  

Our Environmental Aspects Guide helps us identify and address all significant environmental impacts associated with our operations.