Environmental Compliance

What is the purpose of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

The purpose of the NationalEnvironmental Policy Act (NEPA) is to ensure that environmental factors aregiven equal consideration alongside other factors in the decision-makingprocess of federal agencies. ​ NEPA mandates that the effects of proposed actions andalternatives on the human environment be disclosed to the public and evaluatedby an agency before making a decision. ​ It aims to assess and address the environmentalconsequences of proposed actions or connected activities, emphasizing theimportance of public involvement, consideration of the natural and physicalenvironment, and the relationship of people within that environment. ​ NEPA requires federal agencies toassess the environmental effects of their proposed projects, consideralternatives, involve the public in the decision-making process, and disclosethe environmental impact information to the public. ​ The act aims to promoteenvironmentally responsible decision-making and sustainable practices infederal projects and activities.

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