What is another word for environmental impact analysis?
Pronunciation: [ɛnvˌa͡ɪɹənmˈɛntə͡l ˈɪmpakt ɐnˈaləsˌɪs] (IPA) 
When analyzing the effects of a project, process or activity on the environment, it's important to use multiple approaches and perspectives. Synonyms for the term "environmental impact analysis" include environmental assessment, ecological impact assessment, environmental evaluation, environmental review, sustainability impact assessment, life cycle analysis, carbon footprint analysis, environmental accounting, and ecosystem services valuation. Each of these approaches offers a unique lens through which to view the impacts and trade-offs of an action on the environment and on human communities. By using multiple tools and approaches, we can better understand and mitigate the risks and costs of human activities on the natural world.
