Environmental

Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)

Definition

A detailed analysis of how a proposed project will affect the environment. Required under NEPA for major federal actions. Some states have their own environmental review laws.

Related Terms

NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) New Source Review (NSR) Little NEPA

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