Case study: EIA

Question 1

Example

Answer 1

Lumwana Copper Project, Zambia

Question 2

Environmental impacts

Answer 2

9000 hectares disturbed
Water contamination
Waste rock seepage
Metallurgical discharge
Increased road traffic

Question 3

Modifications to the plans

Answer 3

Small disturbance to flora and fauna
Control runoff
Radiation levels must comply with Zambia safety levels
Employ local people
Highway expansion

Question 4

Consequences

Answer 4

Multiplier effect
Attracts workers
Local investment
Revitalisation