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What are cumulative impacts all about

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6197118
The growing concern over cumulative impacts is addressed. Definitions and types of cumulative impacts are discussed and examples given. Some methods for the assessment of cumulative impacts are referenced, but it is noted that such methods are in an embryonic state. The complex nature of wetlands makes them especially difficult to assess. Any method attempting to assess cumulative impacts must consider many additional factors beyond those of traditional impact assessment; extended time and spatial frame, flexible boundaries, adaptability, and aggregation of impacts are among these considerations. Research in key areas can help improve our ability to perform cumulative impact assessment. 33 refs.
Research Organization:
Argonne National Lab., IL (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
W-31109-ENG-38
OSTI ID:
6197118
Report Number(s):
CONF-8510289-1; ON: DE86007516
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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