Why environmental assessment?
To ensure that the environmental and social consequences of proposed activities are incorporated into decision making.
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Sustainable advice programme for Dutch MFA and embassies
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IUCN's and WWF's Shared Resources, Joint Solutions programme
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ESIA for Dutch private investments
Netherlands commission for
environmental assessment
Why the NCEA?
Because of our expertise, independence and transparency. For more than 25 years, we have provided advisory services and capacity development for environmental assessment.
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In the spotlight: Sustainability advice
To support Dutch MFA and embassy staff with the integration of sustainability in short-to-medium-term policy development. Quick and tailor made.
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11 May 2021
The NCEA at IAIA21
We are looking forward to participate in the IAIA21 annual 'online' conference, to hear and share new insights on impact assessment in practice. The NCEA will provide presentations or contribute at the following sessions:
10 May 2021
Join the IAIA21 session on Independence in IA
Lack of independence in preparing assessments is a long standing criticism of Impact Assessment. After a first discussion of this topic at IAIA19, it is time for a follow up session at IAIA21.
3 May 2021
New diagnostic tool for ESIA mining sector - Ethiopia
The NCEA recently participated in a workshop - facilitated by IGF and CIRDI - to pilot a new tool to support government officials in Ethiopia to identify gaps in the legal framework for ESIAs for mining projects.