{"id":25850,"date":"2021-11-30T15:58:24","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T13:58:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweco.fi\/?page_id=25850"},"modified":"2026-06-02T11:15:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T08:15:49","slug":"eia-and-environmental-permit-procedures","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sweco.fi\/en\/services\/industry\/environmental-services\/eia-and-environmental-permit-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"EIA and environmental permit procedures"},"content":{"rendered":"
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EIA and environmental permitting procedures<\/h2>\n

EIA brings more than just a regulatory obligation to your project<\/h3>\n

The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)<\/strong> procedure is not merely a legally required step; at its best, it serves as a strategic tool for project development. A well-planned and properly executed EIA supports decision-making at an early stage, identifies risks in time, and helps optimize project implementation alternatives.<\/p>\n

A high-quality EIA process improves a project\u2019s:<\/p>\n

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  1. economic viability<\/li>\n
  2. feasibility<\/li>\n
  3. stakeholder acceptance<\/li>\n
  4. schedule management<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    We have strong experience in delivering EIA procedures for large, complex, and schedule-critical projects across various sectors.<\/p>\n

    EIA services \u2013 comprehensive expertise<\/h2>\n

    We provide full EIA services throughout all project phases, delivering demanding EIA procedures for, for example, the following sectors:<\/p>\n

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    1. forest industry<\/a><\/li>\n
    2. energy industry<\/a>, including renewable energy<\/a><\/li>\n
    3. battery industry<\/a><\/li>\n
    4. waste management and circular economy<\/a><\/li>\n
    5. infrastructure<\/a> and transport investments<\/li>\n
    6. port operations<\/a><\/li>\n
    7. chemical industry<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      We take care of all assessments and studies related to the EIA process:<\/p>\n

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      1. Noise studies and modelling (CadnaA)<\/li>\n
      2. Air quality studies and modelling (AERMOD)<\/li>\n
      3. Biodiversity<\/a> surveys and Natura assessments<\/li>\n
      4. Social Impact Assessment (SIA), including resident surveys and workshops<\/li>\n
      5. Landscape<\/a> and cultural environment<\/a> studies, including 3D modelling and visibility analyses<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        In addition, we efficiently manage cooperation with authorities and stakeholders throughout the EIA process, which helps accelerate the process and reduce risks.<\/p>\n

        Environmental permits \u2013 a smooth process following the EIA<\/h2>\n

        A successful EIA provides a strong foundation for the environmental permitting process. A professionally prepared permit application speeds up processing and improves the likelihood of obtaining approval.<\/p>\n

        We offer comprehensive environmental permitting services:<\/p>\n

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        1. from assessing permit requirements<\/li>\n
        2. to preparing the application<\/li>\n
        3. all the way to a legally binding permit decision<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          We specialize particularly in environmental permits for the process and energy industries, while also serving broadly, for example, circular economy and infrastructure projects.<\/p>\n

          Expert services for environmental permits and EIA<\/h2>\n

          We provide all necessary supporting studies for both EIA and environmental permitting processes:<\/p>\n

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          1. BAT (Best Available Techniques) assessments<\/li>\n
          2. Monitoring plans<\/li>\n
          3. Baseline studies of soil and groundwater<\/li>\n
          4. Environmental risk analyses and preparedness plans<\/li>\n
          5. Water permit applications and emission permit applications<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            We can take full responsibility for managing the entire permitting process and EIA procedure, including authority liaison, responses, and appeals.<\/p>\n

            EIA and environmental permits \u2013 ensuring smooth project progress<\/h2>\n

            By combining strong EIA expertise with in-depth knowledge of permitting processes, we ensure that your project proceeds efficiently, in a controlled manner and sustainably.<\/p>\n

            Contact us to design an EIA and permitting strategy tailored specifically to your project.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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            Sweco selected as partner for the EIA and environmental permitting process of the groundbreaking BioEnergo One Bioconversion facility<\/h3>\n

            BioEnergo One is set to become the world’s first commercial-scale CelluAPP\u00ae bioconversion plant \u2014 a landmark milestone in renewable energy. The facility will transform sawmill by-products into renewable biofuels, bioethanol, and biogas, driving the transition toward a more sustainable, circular bioeconomy.<\/p>\n

            Sweco has been chosen as the trusted partner to guide this pioneering industrial project through the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and environmental permitting process, ensuring a smooth and compliant path from vision to reality.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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            Sirpa Torkkeli<\/p> Environmental consulting, BAT and EIA and environmental permit procedure<\/em>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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