Cumulative Impacts Analysis

Cumulative Impacts Analysis is a process used to evaluate the combined effects of multiple projects or activities on the environment over time. Instead of looking at each project individually, it considers how they might add up and interact to cause greater overall impact. This helps decision-makers understand the broader environmental consequences of development or actions, ensuring they account for the total effect on resources like air, water, land, and wildlife. The goal is to promote responsible planning that minimizes harm by considering the bigger picture of ongoing and planned activities in an area.