Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | January 2005 |
| Updated | January 2005 |
| See more in | Sustainable development |
| Author | Alex Steele, Senior Lecturer in Environmental Management Department of Natural & Social Sciences, University of Gloucestershire |
| Relevance |     |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
Sustainability Appraisal and Related Tools and Approaches
Purpose
This knowledge builder provides details of ‘sustainability management tools’ that will be of particular interest to planners who need to move beyond the scope of traditional environmental impact assessment (EIA).
Benefits
This module focuses specifically on ‘sustainability appraisal’ but also makes reference to other environmental and sustainability management tools, knowledge of which may be beneficial to planning professionals wishing to understand techniques beyond conventional EIA.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A comprehensive knowledge builder which provides an overview of key terms, an explanation of sustainability appraisal and an understanding of its relevance to planners. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).
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Strategic environmental assessments and sustainability appraisals – the masterclass
