Estonian Experiences in Application of Environmental Management

Abstract

The first steps on elaboration of legislation in the field of environmental impact assessment (EIA) were taken promptly after our independence was regained in 1991 and eventually resulted in the governmental regulation No.314 of 13 November 1992 "On the EIA Procedure". This regulation establishes the main principles of EIA and the list of activities and projects which require EIA. A separate list included the objects which require EIA procedure at the national level. The general idea of the regulation does not differ from the principles established in the western countries. EIA should be considered as a necessary tool for decision making. while preparing environmental decisions EIA is an important stage providing good possibilities for making choices by decision makers. It is important to mention that EIA is financed by the developer (subject of EIA). There are limited budgetary means from State Budget for such EIAs, the subject of which cannot be defined directly. This may be the case of projects of national or international significance, the impact of which reaches Estonia and the state is interested in assessing it.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADP010584

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