The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in Environmental Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment, and Fundamentals of Environmental Protection as part of its vision to enhance institutional and professional competence in addressing growing environmental challenges. The program aims to empower participants to understand the scientific foundations and modern methodologies of environmental planning, apply environmental impact assessment for projects, and comply with environmental protection requirements according to best global practices.

The program emphasizes building a comprehensive knowledge system that combines technical, legal, and administrative aspects, enhancing trainees’ ability to effectively manage natural resources, minimize environmental damage, and achieve sustainable development goals at both local and international levels.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees in ministries and authorities of environment and sustainable development

• Environmental planning and supervision officers in public and private institutions

• Consultants and specialists in environmental, energy, and industrial sectors

• Engineers and technicians working in infrastructure, oil, and gas projects

• Graduates of engineering and environmental science faculties seeking professional specialization

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the principles of environmental planning and its importance in development management

• Enhance their ability to conduct environmental impact assessments and apply modern analytical tools

• Gain knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework for environmental protection

• Acquire skills to analyze environmental impacts and develop mitigation plans

• Deepen understanding of integrated environmental management mechanisms within organizations

• Introduction to Environmental Planning

  • Definition and characteristics of environmental planning

  • Relationship between environmental planning and sustainable development

  • Stages of integrated environmental planning

• Types of Environmental Planning

  • Regional vs. local planning

  • Short-term and long-term planning

  • Environmental planning in urban and rural areas

• Components of the Ecosystem

  • Natural and artificial ecosystems

  • Elements of the ecosystem: biotic and abiotic

  • Dynamics of ecological balance

• Spatial Environmental Analysis

  • Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

  • Analyzing land use and its changes

  • Identifying environmentally sensitive areas

• Environmental Indicators

  • Air and water quality indicators

  • Biodiversity indicators

  • Using indicators for assessment and monitoring

• Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

  • Definition and objectives of EIA

  • Difference between environmental assessment and environmental review

  • Importance of EIA in the project lifecycle

• Potential Environmental Impacts

  • Impacts on air, water, and soil

  • Impacts on wildlife and plants

  • Social and economic impacts

• Environmental Impact Management Mechanisms

  • Environmental mitigation measures

  • Project alternatives and site selection

  • Environmental monitoring programs

• Water and Water Resources Management

  • Challenges of water scarcity and pollution

  • Water conservation techniques

  • Integrated water resources management

• Soil and Forest Conservation

  • Causes of soil degradation and protection methods

  • Protecting vegetation from desertification

  • Sustainable forest management

• Biodiversity Conservation

  • Importance of biodiversity

  • Protected areas and nature reserves

  • Threats to living organisms

• Types and Classification of Waste

  • Solid, liquid, and hazardous waste

  • Sources of industrial and household waste

  • Waste classification practices at the source

• Waste Treatment

  • Collection and transportation methods

  • Treatment and recycling techniques

  • Landfilling and environmental challenges

• Pollution Control

  • Monitoring air emissions

  • Wastewater treatment

  • Noise and light pollution management

• Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

  • General principles of EMS

  • System components and ISO 14001 requirements

  • Continuous evaluation and improvement