ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM

In this chapter, you will find key information on how environmental impact is managed for projects in Chile:

• Institutional framework: Several institutions oversee environmental compliance, including the Environmental Assessment Service (SEA), the Superintendency of the Environment, environmental courts, and the Ministry of the Environment.
• Project evaluation: Certain projects must undergo a technical and legal review prior to development, either through an Environmental Impact Statement or a full Environmental Impact Study.
• Instruments and participation: The system includes a single-window platform, public participation, indigenous consultation, and technical guidelines to support project developers.