Environmental assessments (ENVID)
Vysus' ENVID is a structured examination process used to identify and assess the potential environmental impacts associated with a facility. The primary goal of an ENVID is to proactively recognise and understand environmental concerns early in the planning and design phases of a project. This information is then used to optimise the design and operational strategies to minimise adverse environmental effects.
Key points related to ENVID:
Purpose of ENVID
- Early identification: ENVID is conducted in the early stages of a project to identify potential environmental concerns before the facility is built or operational.
- Optimisation of design: The outcomes of ENVID are used to optimise the design and operational philosophy of the facility to reduce or mitigate environmental impacts.
- Multi-discipline workshop: ENVID is typically conducted as a multi-discipline workshop, involving experts from various fields to ensure a comprehensive examination of environmental aspects.
Process of ENVID
- Structured examination: ENVID involves a structured and systematic examination of various environmental aspects associated with the facility.
- Identification of concerns: The process aims to identify potential environmental concerns, such as air and water pollution, habitat disruption, resource consumption, etc.
- Workshop collaboration: Experts from different disciplines collaborate during the workshop to bring diverse perspectives to the environmental impact assessment.
- Data collection: Relevant data is collected and analysed to assess the potential impacts, considering factors such as emissions, waste generation, energy consumption, and other relevant parameters.
Benefits of ENVID
- Proactive environmental management: ENVID allows for proactive environmental management by addressing potential issues early in the project lifecycle.
- Optimised design: The insights gained from ENVID contribute to designing facilities in a way that minimises environmental impacts.
- Cost savings: Early identification and mitigation of environmental concerns can lead to cost savings by avoiding expensive retrofitting or corrective measures later in the project.
- Regulatory compliance: By addressing environmental concerns upfront, organisations can ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Stakeholder engagement: ENVID may involve engaging with stakeholders, including local communities and environmental groups, to gather input and address concerns.
Integration with sustainability practices
- Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): ENVID can contribute to achieving sustainability goals by ensuring that facilities are designed and operated in an environmentally responsible manner.
- Lifecycle Assessment (LCA): The outcomes of ENVID may align with the principles of lifecycle assessment, considering the entire lifecycle of a facility from design to decommissioning.