Environmental impact assesment regulation applications and their analysis in Turkey

Abstract Since the 1970s, environmental impact assessment (EIA) has been employed as an management tool to minimize or prevent potential impacts caused. Its use in Turkey was mandated from February 7, 1993. An EIA, which is of particular concern mining sector, implemented many sectors. In this study, after providing brief information about EIA regulation, analysis done by determining status activities applications. conclusion, comprised 31% share EIA-required since 1993, when regulation took effect Turkey. addition, it learned that 16% applications related were unable get permit and could not launch their operation.