Part III : How to Conduct SEA?
Checklist of a Good SEA
No matter what SEA processes and methodologies are adopted, a good SEA should have the following characteristics:
Table 6 - Checklist of a good SEA
| Characteristics | Questions to be asked |
| Consideration of alternatives | Does SEA identify environmentally friendly alternatives? |
| Pick up signals | Does SEA pick up key environmental threats and opportunities? |
| Focus | Does it focus on major issues? |
| Participation | Does it allow people to take part? |
| Science-governance | Are the roles of experts and decision-makers clear and well understood? |
| Balancing interests & transparency | Is the decision-making transparent and balanced? |
| Execution of agreed-on action | Are there commitments and mechanisms to follow through? |
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