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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Management

Background:

  • Environmental auditing is a rapidly developing field with increasing importance in environmental impact assessment (EIA).
  • The current lack of standardized definitions for various types of environmental audits hinders clear communication and consistent application.
  • The international scope of environmental auditing presents challenges in establishing a universally accepted vocabulary.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a series of standardized definitions for environmental auditing.
  • To contribute to the development of an accepted vocabulary for environmental impact assessment (EIA).
  • To reduce confusion in the field by advocating for the adoption of clear terminology.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of current literature on environmental auditing.
  • Analysis of the authors' practical experience in the field.
  • Derivation of definitions for seven distinct types of environmental audits.

Main Results:

  • Seven proposed definitions for different types of environmental audits are presented.
  • The definitions aim to address the current ambiguity in environmental auditing terminology.
  • The study highlights the need for accepted definitions to support future EIA work.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized definitions are crucial for the advancement and consistent application of environmental auditing.
  • The proposed definitions offer a foundation for a more unified approach to environmental auditing.
  • Adoption of these definitions is encouraged to enhance clarity and reduce confusion in environmental impact assessment practices.