A tool for predicting environmental impacts, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) can also be used to predict the impacts of natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks. This book demonstrates how to use NEPA as a framework to support decision-making. It includes examples that demonstrate how NEPA can be efficiently integrated with other processes such as ISO 14001, P2, and Adaptive Management. It provides proven tools, techniques, and approaches for streamlining NEPA and environmental planning strategies that reduce the potential for controversy and criticism. It is the first text that covers recent changes to NEPA and the new CEQ guidance expected to be issued.

Overview of the NEPA Process and Basic Requirements. Tools and Techniques for Improving and Streamlining NEPA. NEPA Streamlining Provisions. Exemptions and Categorical Exclusions. The Threshold Question: When is an EIS Required? Preparing Environmental Assessments. Preparing Environmental Impact Statements. Scoping and the Scope of Analysis. Identifying, Evaluating, and Mitigating Impacts of Natural Disasters and Terrorism. Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning. International Environmental Impact Assessment.