Clearing it up
It begins at the very root, with the authorities that handle the entire process. mo font class="UCASE">ef can continue to be the apex body for the entire exercise, but most procedural functions need to be delegated to a state-level environment impact assessment authority (seiaa). seiaa could be an independent body, or part of the state pollution control board. Such a body requires proper capacity building, for it will tackle highly technical issues; this must be provided (see flowchart: The way to do it).
A project proponent should submit a proposal to both moef and seiaa. The proposal should not only justify the project but also detail out alternatives as well as a
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