Forthcoming Events
On 27th July 2010, IEMA are holding an introductory training course on EIA and SEA in Birmingham. The course is aimed at those just starting out in planning and environmental assessment. More information can be found here.
On 24th August 2010, IEMA are holding an introductory training course on EIA and SEA in London. The course is aimed at those just starting out in planning and environmental assessment. More information can be found here.
RTPI are holding SEA masterclasses on 13th October 2010 and 10th March 2010 in London. The masterclasses explain how to fulfil the legal requirements, and how to use the SEA/SA processes to help improve plans. Planners, planning consultants and sustainability/LA 21 officers are recommended to attend. Further information can be found here.
IAIA are holding special synposiums on Climate Change and Impact Assessment. The first in Aalborg, Denmark 25-26 October 2010 and the second in Washington DC 15-16 November 2010. More information can be found here.
On the 1st and 2nd of November 2010, IEMA are holding their annual conference in London. The theme of this years conference is Environment and Business: The Challenge and Opportunity. Workshops sessions will be held on SEA and Climate Change and Case Law in Environmental Assessment. Further information can be found here.
On 24th November 2010, IEMA are holding an introductory training course on EIA and SEA in Yorkshire and Humber. The course is aimed at those just starting out in planning and environmental assessment. More information can be found here.
The United Nations University and Oxford Brookes University have developed an SEA e-course which provides an introduction to SEA theory and practice and a more in depth anaysis of SEA methodology. The e-course can be accessed here.
World Bank SEA Distance Learning Course. This course was developed to assist China in implementing its EIA Law, however parts of the course materials are generic and could be used in other countries.
Past Events
‘Workshop on Chinese Strategic Environmental Impact Assessment legislation and International Experiences’
In September 2007, SEPA (State Environmental Protection Agency) ran, with the main input from Holger Dalkmann (C4S) and Olivia Bina (University of Lisbon), a 2 day workshop on behalf of GTZ (German Technical Cooperation) in Beijing, China. The Chinese government plan to develop a new SEA legislation. The workshop was joined by high-level representatives like NDRC (National Development Reform Commission), Ministry of Railways and Construction, State Council as well as Universities and NGOs.
The aim of the workshop was to discuss and comment on China's draft SEA legislation, and bring in international SEA legislation experiences. The first day of the workshop was focused on EU SEA legislation, and key themes and lessons learnt from the implementation of SEA in various countries, while the second day of the workshop concentrated on SEA applications in Europe. The presentations on this second day concentrated on issues with draft legislation of SEA in China, and five key sectors (Energy, Tourism, Transport, Landuse and Mining). The agenda and presentations can be found at the following links:-
Agenda
Day 1
EU Directive English Chinese
SEA Practice English Chinese
SEA Experience in China English Chinese
Draft SEA Legislation English Chinese
Feedback EIA Legislation English
Day 2
SEA Implementation in China English Chinese
Energy English Chinese
Tourism English Chinese
Transport English Chinese
Land Use English Chinese
Mining English Chinese
Please note if you wish to use any of the above presentations appropiate referencing should be used.
For further information on this project and workshop please contact Holger Dalkmann (hdalkmann@trl.co.uk).
SEA in Slovenia
In April 2007 the Centre for Sustainability (C4S) ran a 2 day training seminar in Slovenia with two local partners (E-Net Okolje and Aquarius) on behalf of the Slovenian Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning. The first day was aimed at representatives from relevant ministries with responsibilities for identifying development plans, programmes and strategies to which SEA applies. The second day focused on capacity building for SEA practitioners. The presentations covered the SEA process, with case studies for how SEA has been applied in other EU countries. The presentations were supported by exercises, during which SEA practitioners were able to apply the theory to examples and discuss decision making with C4S staff.
Scoping for EIA Aggregates
The Centre for Sustainability (C4S) delivered free training as part of a project to promote improved EIA Scoping practice for aggregates applications. The objective of the training was to highlight how resources can be better focussed on understanding and mitigating the significant environmental impacts of a quarry. The training was free to Minerals Planning Officers, Quarry Operators and Statutory Bodies and was delivered on a regional basis in October and November 2005. The project is being conducted for the Mineral Industry Research Organisation (MIRO) www.miro.co.uk and is funded by the ODPM’s Sustainable Land Won and Marine Dredged Aggregate Minerals Programme. Presentations from the event are available to download below. Please note if you wish to use any of these presentations they must be referenced appropriately.
Course programme
What is EIA and Scoping
How does a Quarry Operate?
What's wrong with Scoping?
How to improve Scoping for Aggregates?
For further information please contact Clare Harmer at charmer@trl.co.uk or call 01344 770451.
Scottish Natural Heritage SEA Event
As part of Scottish Natural Heritage 'Sharing Good Practice' events two one day meetings on SEA were held at the Battlebury Offices. The purpose of the event was to explain the process of SEA in Scotland, to review the experience gained during implementation under the Regulations during the last 18 months, to discuss solutions to emerging issues and to explore the need for further guidance on best practice. We are pleased to provide access to the presentations that were made during these two days.
Case Study: Cairngorms National Park
A Consultation Authority Perpspective
Glasgow City Plan
Glasgow City Plan: example templates
SEA in Highland
SEA in Practice
SEA in Scotland
SEA of Local Plans
Towards a successful SEA
For further information please contact Lousie Crawford at louise.crawford@snh.gov.uk.
SEA Mineral Practioners Network Events
Practical SEA/SA for Minerals Developments Documents
A one day training workshop was held for minerals practitioners at C4S offices in Crowthorne, Berkshire on Tuesday 15th November 2005. The workshop was free to Minerals Planning Officers, Quarry Operators and Statutory Bodies. Presentations from the event are available to download below.
Course Programme
Guidance on SEA/SA for Minerals
Assembling the Environmental Baseline
Scoping Significant Impacts
Alternatives
North Yorkshire Case Study
Assessing Impacts, Mitigation, Monitoring and Outputs
Planning the SEA and SA activities for Minerals Plans
For further information please contact Clare Harmer (charmer@trl.co.uk).
SA for Minerals: the next stages...
C4S held a one day seminar for minerals practitioners in Birmingham on Tuesday 27th June 2006. The aim of the seminar was to facilitate discussion and provide an opportunity to share experiences of the SA process. Presentations from the event are available to download below.
Course Programme
Recap of the Scoping Stage
SA: Tips for Good Practice
Developing Plan Options
Issues and Options
For further information please contact Clare Harmer at charmer@trl.co.uk or call 01344 770451.
SA for Minerals: Industry Engagement, Case Law and Assessment Techniques
C4S held a one day seminar for minerals practitioners in Birmingham on 7th November 2006. Presentations from the event are available to download below.
Course Programme
Introduction
Assessment Techniques and Mitigation
Impacts of Minerals Development
Next Steps
For further information please contact Clare Harmer at charmer@trl.co.uk or call 01344 770451.
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