THE ROLE OF SEA IN INTEGRATING THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS INTO THE PLANNING OF HYDROENERGETIC PLANTS

Abstract

The present paper offers an analysis of the concept of SEA and its role in the development of hydroenergetic plant planning. The article provides information related to the institutional aspects of the strategic environmental assessment processes, at the same time outlining the potential benefits of the procedure in the assessment and management of environmental effects. In addition, the paper offers useful information consisting of relevant issues to be considered when elaborating Environmental Reports for hydroenergetic plans, as well as environmental targets to be achieved in relation to the management of water resources.

Keywords

• strategic environmental assessment
• hydroenergetic planning
• environmental effects.