Environmental Policy

Question 1

Environmental impact statement

Answer 1

a report required by federal law that assesses the possible effect of a project on the environment if the project is subsidized in whole or part by federal funds

Question 2

command and control strategy

Answer 2

a strategy to improve air and water quality, involving the setting of detailed pollution standards and rules

Question 3

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Answer 3

main environmental regulatory agency - regulates air and water pollution, pesticides, radiation, solid waste, and toxic substances