Training on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Gain practical skills in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to ensure sustainable and compliant project development.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is essential for ensuring that development projects are environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. This course equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to plan, conduct, and evaluate EIAs in line with regulatory requirements and international best practices.
Participants will explore EIA principles, legal and policy frameworks, scoping, baseline studies, impact assessment, mitigation measures, stakeholder engagement, and environmental reporting. Through practical exercises and real world case studies, the course provides hands on experience in applying EIA tools and techniques to development projects.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Environmental managers and officers
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Project managers and planners
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Government regulators and policy makers
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NGO and development agency professionals
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Consultants in environment and sustainability
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Researchers and academics in environmental studies
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the purpose, process, and scope of EIA.
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Apply international and national legal and policy frameworks governing EIAs.
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Conduct scoping and baseline environmental studies.
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Predict, evaluate, and mitigate environmental and social impacts.
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Engage stakeholders effectively throughout the EIA process.
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Prepare comprehensive and compliant EIA reports.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment
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Principles and objectives of EIA
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Legal and institutional frameworks
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International standards and guidelines
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Case study: Introduction of EIA in infrastructure projects
Module 2: EIA Process and Methodology
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Screening and scoping processes
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Baseline environmental studies
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Tools and techniques for impact prediction
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Case study: EIA scoping for an energy project
Module 3: Impact Analysis and Mitigation Measures
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Identifying environmental and social impacts
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Developing mitigation and management plans
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Cumulative and transboundary impacts
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Case study: Mitigation strategies in water resource projects
Module 4: Stakeholder Engagement and Public Participation
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Principles of stakeholder consultation
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Conflict resolution and communication strategies
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Participatory approaches in EIA
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Case study: Stakeholder engagement in community development projects
Module 5: EIA Reporting, Review, and Monitoring
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Structure and preparation of EIA reports
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Review and approval processes
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Environmental monitoring and compliance mechanisms
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Case study: Monitoring compliance in industrial development projects
Where the change lands
Organisation Impact
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Better compliance with environmental laws and regulations
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Reduced project risks through early identification of environmental challenges
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Enhanced reputation for corporate social responsibility and sustainability
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Improved stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution
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Strengthened capacity for sustainable project planning and execution
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in conducting and managing EIA processes
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Enhanced career prospects in environmental management and compliance
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Ability to integrate environmental considerations into project design
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Increased confidence in stakeholder engagement and environmental reporting
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Stronger expertise in sustainability and regulatory compliance
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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