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Environmental Impact Assessment

Impact Assessments, Monitoring, and Baseline Descriptions

With years of international experience assessing the biodiversity of some of the planet’s richest habitats, CMS staff members have assisted the development of several world-class ecolodges in Brazil and Ecuador. CMS’ staff is experienced in planning and executing environmental monitoring efforts and evaluation, design, and installation of monitoring stations for various disciplines, utilizing the latest technology and remote communications systems. These baseline environmental data are used to predict potential impacts of the development to the natural habitat and socio-economics of the local area.

Wildlife Assessment
Surface and ground water
Terrestrial, wetland, and aquatic ecology habitat and biodiversity surveys
Meteorology and air quality
Geology and geotechnical
Noise
Socioeconomics and land use planning
Mobile monitoring station design and construction

Typical Contents of a CMS Environmental Impact Assessment

Physical Assessment

Climate & meteorology
Topography, lithography, pedology, surface characteristics
Hydrology and hydrogeography, water resources, surface waters, drainage, flood-prone areas
Air quality
Noise pollution

Biological Assessment
Terrestrial habitats – forests, scrubs, disturbed areas, mangroves, etc.

Caves & blue holes
Marine habitats – reefs, beaches, sea-grass beds, etc.
Aquatic habitats – fresh and saline wetlands
Biodiversity – flora & fauna, including protected species
Uses of biodiversity
National Parks, reserves, and protected areas within the area of influence
Adjacent communities, demography and socio-economic position
Existing opportunities for employment
Present land use
Current infrastructure, transportation, and public services

Cultural Assessment

Historical overview
Archaeological & historic resources, inventories, location, description, and importance
Paleontological resources, inventories, and locations
Tourist and recreational areas and uses
Community organizations and local government

Proposed Utilities Assessment

Potable Water
Sewage treatment & wastewater
Electricity
Roads