Author(s)

C.H. Orr & S.F. Peng

Abstract

Environmental impact assessment studies entail a series of activities including: information gathering, data acquisition, data analysis, project scope definition, system modelling, result interpretation, impact identification, result comparison, and compliance evaluation. The studies often extend to cover: different locations, multiple design alternatives, and planning for monitoring actions. The diversified environmental conditions and application needs warrant a systematic approach in the overall system planning. This paper highlights application of object-oriented techniques in analysis, design, and implementation of a computerisation programme for this problem. 1 Essential Considerations in Environmental Impact Assessment Major human activities, actions, or projects, such as construction of harb

Keywords