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Project title

Tiering of Environmental Assessment � The Influence of SEA on Project Level EIA

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

University College Dublin (UCD)

Lead Applicant

Ainhoa Gonzalez

Project Abstract

This research aims to review the status of SEA-EIA links in Ireland, using a review framework based on good international practice, with the purpose of identifying good performance areas and aspects that need improvement. This will be done by defining review criteria for examining SEA Environmental Reports (SEA ERs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), and other plan and project documentation. Such systematic review will be complemented with stakeholder interviews and a workshop in order to garner further insight into unreported current practice. The findings of the national review and the identification of international good practice will be used to develop a practical advice note about how SEA-EIA links and tiering could be improved. The project will deliver the following tangible outputs: - Final report on the research methodology, key findings and strategic recommendations. - Good practice guidance note, with relevant case studies and practical recommendations on SEA-EIA tiering. - Infographics with: a) project aims and objectives; and b) key findings and recommendations. - Peer-reviewed publication(s) in high impact international journals. - Oral presentations and peer-reviewed proceedings, as appropriate, at national/international conferences. Additional intangible outputs are anticipated in the form of improved awareness and interest in optimised SEA-EIA links and good tiering practice amongst consulted and engaged stakeholders.

Grant Approved

�91,298.79

Research Hub

Sustainability

Research Theme

Socio-Economic Considerations

Start Date

31/03/2020

Initial Projected Completion Date

30/03/2021