Engineering Science Sustainability

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Comprehensive environmental impact studies that ensure regulatory compliance, sustainable development, and protection of natural resources across the full project lifecycle.

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What you get with EARTH
  • Compliance-first: aligned to national legal frameworks and best practice.
  • Science-led: defensible methods and clear impact pathways.
  • Implementation-ready: practical mitigation and monitoring plans.
  • Stakeholder clarity: structured consultation and transparent outcomes.

What is an EIA?

An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a structured process used to evaluate potential environmental consequences of a proposed project. At EARTH Environmental Consultants, we conduct EIAs in line with national legal frameworks, international best practices, and scientific methodology.

Scientific Assessment

We apply rigorous scientific methods to identify, measure, and quantify potential impacts on ecosystems, water systems, biodiversity, and human health.

Regulatory Compliance

Our reports meet ZEMA standards and international frameworks (IFC, WHO, UNDP), ensuring your project obtains the necessary approvals and permits.

Stakeholder Engagement

We ensure local communities, interest groups, and regulatory agencies are engaged throughout the EIA process to ensure transparency and shared outcomes.

Our EIA Process

1. Screening

Determining whether a proposed project requires a full EIA or an EPB.

2. Scoping

Identifying key environmental issues, data gaps, and study boundaries.

3. Impact Assessment

Detailed assessment of environmental, social, and economic impacts.

4. Mitigation Planning

Developing measures to reduce negative impacts and enhance benefits.

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Integrated Services Overview

EARTH provides integrated environmental consulting services that bridge engineering, science, and sustainability. We partner with clients across key sectors to navigate regulatory landscapes, mitigate environmental risks, and deliver projects that are technically sound, socially responsible, and environmentally resilient. Our approach combines deep sectoral expertise with proven methodologies to ensure compliance, foster sustainable development, and protect natural resources for future generations.

We support the mining lifecycle from exploration through closure, ensuring operational excellence and environmental stewardship.

  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) & Permitting: Full-service EIA management, including baseline ecological studies, socio-economic assessments, comprehensive community and Indigenous engagement, and securing regulatory approvals.
  • Integrated Water Management: Advanced water balance and hydrogeological modeling, Acid Rock Drainage (ARD) & Metal Leaching (ML) prediction and mitigation, mine water treatment design, and closure water quality planning.
  • Operational Compliance & Monitoring: Development and implementation of Environmental Management Systems (EMS), ongoing environmental monitoring (air, water, soil), waste management plans, and regulatory reporting.
  • Reclamation & Closure Planning: Geotechnical and soil surveys, progressive reclamation design, erosion and sediment control planning, and long-term post-closure monitoring and maintenance programs.

We enable sustainable energy development through specialized aquatic and terrestrial expertise.

  • Hydrology, Hydraulics & Sediment Management: Surface and groundwater flow modeling, sediment transport analysis, hydrometric network design, and reservoir sedimentation studies.
  • Aquatic Ecology & Fisheries: Fish habitat compensation planning, instream flow needs (IFN) and minimum flow analysis, fish passage guidance, and habitat restoration design.
  • Environmental Assessment & Construction Monitoring: Impact assessments for new facilities and relicensing, biological monitoring during construction, sediment and erosion control (SEC) oversight, and structured stakeholder consultation programs.

We transform land development challenges into sustainable community assets.

  • Land Use Planning & EIA: Ecological and heritage inventories, terrain stability assessments, geospatial (GIS) analysis and mapping, and environmental permitting for subdivisions and infrastructure.
  • Contaminated Sites Management: Phase I, II, & III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), human health and ecological risk assessment, remediation system design and implementation, and regulatory closure.
  • Integrated Water Resources Management: Stormwater management and Low-Impact Development (LID) design, constructed wetland engineering, watershed studies, and septic system suitability assessments.

We provide end-to-end solutions for site remediation and sustainable waste practices.

  • Site Investigation & Risk Assessment: Strategic sampling and analysis for hazardous materials, detailed conceptual site models (CSMs), and quantitative risk assessments to guide remediation.
  • Remediation Design & Implementation: In-situ and ex-situ remediation technology selection, pilot testing, full-scale system design, and construction oversight for soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion.
  • Waste Management Planning: Diversion and recycling program studies, landfill siting and design, closure and post-closure plans, and public education/outreach initiatives.

We guide the planning and execution of transportation projects to minimize environmental footprint.

  • Corridor Selection & Planning: GIS-based route alignment studies, ecological and agricultural land sensitivity analysis, and preliminary impact assessments.
  • Environmental Management Plans (EMPs): Construction-stage EMPs detailing drainage, sediment and erosion control, spill prevention, wildlife protection, and environmental inspection protocols.
  • Contamination Assessment & Remediation: Investigation and remediation of historical hydrocarbon, salt, or other contamination within transportation rights-of-way.

We promote sustainable forestry practices that protect watershed and ecosystem health.

  • Watershed & Terrain Stability Analysis: Cumulative effects watershed assessments, forest hydrology studies, erosion risk mapping, and stream restoration planning.
  • Wildlife & Fish Habitat Management: Habitat suitability modeling and mapping, fish population and inventory studies, and in-stream flow analysis to support riparian protection.
  • Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM): Design and execution of EEM programs for water quality, benthic invertebrate communities, and effluent receiving environments.

Building capacity for a safer, more sustainable workplace.
EARTH develops and delivers customized training programs that empower your team with practical knowledge and skills. Our courses are designed to meet regulatory requirements and promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

  • Occupational Safety & Health (OSH): Project-specific safety training, hazard identification, and compliance for industrial and construction sites.
  • Environmental Management System (EMS) Workshops: Hands-on training for developing, implementing, and auditing ISO 14001 compliant or custom EMS frameworks.
  • Emergency Preparedness & Response: Development of site-specific emergency response plans (ERPs) and spill response training.
  • Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) Certification: In-field and classroom training on effective ESC measure installation, inspection, and maintenance.

Our Commitment

At EARTH, we don’t just identify challenges—we engineer sustainable solutions. Partner with us to advance your project with confidence, clarity, and an unwavering commitment to environmental integrity.

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