In Bangladesh, rapid industrialization, urbanization, and infrastructural development are putting increasing pressure on the environment. In this situation, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Bangladesh has become an essential process. EIA is a research process through which the impact of a plan or project on the environment is predicted and analyzed. It helps in identifying the potential environmental damage of the project and accordingly recommends remedial or mitigation measures. In Bangladesh, where environmental problems such as air pollution, water pollution, soil degradation, and deforestation are increasing at a serious rate, the role of EIA has become even more important.
EIA also analyzes the social impact of the project, so that there is no harmful impact on the health and livelihood of the people living in those areas. In a populous country like Bangladesh, where many areas have public health problems, EIA can identify all the impacts that can harm social development and the well-being of the people.
EIA is an effective tool for working in line with Bangladesh’s environmental policies and international environmental protection agreements. EIA is important for taking the right steps to protect the environment and combat climate change globally, which helps ensure environmental protection in every project and plan in Bangladesh. Through this, it is possible to protect the environment and ensure sustainable development in Bangladesh, which will help improve the economic, social and environmental conditions of the country in the future.