Environmental
Under Minnesota's Minnesota Environmental Policy Act (MEPA), an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) is required for which type of project?
AAny project costing more than $1 million
BProjects meeting certain size thresholds that may have significant environmental effects✓ Correct
CAll projects within one mile of a water body
DOnly projects requiring federal permits
Explanation
MEPA requires an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for projects that meet certain size thresholds set in rules. The EAW process screens projects for potential environmental impacts before government approvals. If the EAW indicates potential for significant effects, a more detailed Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) may be required. This is Minnesota's state-level counterpart to the federal NEPA process.
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