Antarctic EIA Short Course is designed for those wishing to enhance their knowledge of the EIA process and methodology with best practice, case studies and up-to-date information, with a focus on cumulative impact assessment.
The course is for those with a professional interest in Environmental Impact Assessment in Antarctica at all levels.
The course has been endorsed by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (the IES).
Who Should Attend?
This short course is designed for professionals and organisations involved in environmental impact assessments for Antarctic projects and activities, at all levels. It is for those wishing to enhance, up-skill, refresh or those starting out, including:
- Experienced Professionals: Those already conducting EIAs in Antarctica who wish to update their knowledge of best practices and methodologies.
- Antarctic Professionals: Consultants, policymakers, and staff responsible for submitting or reviewing Antarctic Permit applications and environmental assessments.
- EIA professionals: seeking to deepen their understanding of cumulative impact assessment.
- Recent graduates, environmental professionals, and staff members of organisations working in Antarctica who are new to EIAs.
Course Content
- Cumulative Impact Assessment Best Practices: Understand the definition and types of cumulative impacts and best practice methodologies which can be applied to Antarctic projects and activities.
- Environmental Assessment Methodology and Guidelines: Gain insights into best practice for assessing the significance of environmental impacts, using case studies and proven methodologies to ensure thorough and transparent assessments.
- EIA Screening Process in Antarctica: Learn how to screen projects or activities to determine whether they require a Preliminary Environmental Evaluation (PEE) or Initial Environmental Evaluation (IEE) in accordance with the Antarctic Protocol.
- Certificate of Achievement
Confirmed Trainer
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Eleni Antoniades : Antarctic EIA Specialist, Vice President of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (the IES), Chair of IES EIA Steering Committee, EIA expert with more than 20 years of experience in environmental assessment of infrastructure and aviation projects. Guest lecturer on Antarctic Pollution at UCL.
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