Environmental Impact Assessment Quiz

What is the purpose of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?

• To evaluate the financial costs of a project

• To determine the potential environmental, social, and health effects of a proposed development

• To assess the aesthetic value of a location

• To promote industrial expansion

Which law recognizes the right of the people to a healthy environment in the Philippines?

• P.D. 1586

• National Environmental Policy Act

• P.D. 1151

• Environmental Protection Act

What does the term 'Ecological' refer to in the context of Ecological Impact Assessment?

• Economic growth

• Ecosystem components and their interactions

• Human health and safety

• Cultural heritage

What is an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)?

• A document outlining the aesthetic aspects of a project

• A summary of financial costs of a project

• A legal contract for land use

• A report required for actions with significant effects on the environment

What is the first phase of the Environmental Impact Assessment process?

• Evaluating Significance of Findings

• Defining Study Goals

• Identifying Potential Impacts

• Communications of findings and recommendation

Which of the following is NOT considered an Environmentally Critical Project (ECP)?

• Residential housing projects

• Resource extractive industries

• Infrastructure projects

• Heavy industries

What is the main rationale for conducting an EIA?

• To promote tourism

• To increase project costs

• To enhance industrial growth

• To identify and modify projects in the design stage

What does the term 'Impact' refer to in the context of Environmental Impact Assessment?

• The aesthetic value of a project

• Human-induced actions and their effects on ecosystems

• The financial implications of a project

• The cultural significance of a location

Which phase involves measuring baseline conditions and predicting significant impacts?

• Phase IV

• Phase I

• Phase II

• Phase III

What is the significance of considering alternatives to the proposed action in EIA?

• To ensure the project is completed on time

• To enhance public relations

• To identify potential cost savings

• To mitigate adverse environmental effects