The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) comprehensively predicts, analyzes, and evaluates environmental impacts of various policies and development projects. The EIA aims to create and maintain a pleasant environment by guiding environmentally sound and sustainable development.

 

 The Korean government operates the assessment procedures, targeting initiatives such as large-scale development projects or specific programs to minimize the destruction of nature and environmental pollution. As a means of proactive protection, the EIA is designed to consider economic and technical aspects and environmental factors when establishing or conducting a development project. According to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act, the Korean government carries out the following three environmental impact assessments: "Strategic Environmental Impact Assessment," "Environmental Impact Assessment," and "Small-scale Environmental Impact Assessment."