Marine Environmental Impact Assessment (MEIA)
Marine Environmental Impact Assessment (MEIA) is a critical requirement for development projects affecting marine and coastal environments — including ports, jetties, dredging, reclamation, offshore energy, desalination, and coastal infrastructure projects.
QRS provides comprehensive MEIA services conducted by specialist marine ecologists, oceanographers and environmental scientists. Our assessments meet UAE EAD, Abu Dhabi ADEK, and international regulatory requirements, and are designed to support project approvals while identifying practical measures to protect sensitive marine environments.
Our Service Scope
Baseline Marine Survey
Systematic survey of existing marine habitats, ecology, water quality and physical conditions prior to development.
Impact Prediction & Assessment
Quantitative and qualitative assessment of project impacts on marine ecosystems, water quality and biodiversity.
Coral & Seagrass Assessment
Specialist survey and impact assessment for coral reef and seagrass habitats — the most sensitive marine ecosystems.
Mitigation Measures Design
Development of practical, cost-effective measures to avoid, minimise and mitigate marine environmental impacts.
Marine Monitoring Programme
Design and implementation of construction and operational phase marine environmental monitoring.
Regulatory Approval Support
Preparation of MEIA documentation for submission to EAD, Abu Dhabi Environment Agency and other regulators.
Our Deliverables
Every QRS engagement concludes with a comprehensive set of clear, professional deliverables designed to meet regulatory requirements and drive informed decision-making.
Discuss Your Requirements- Marine baseline survey report
- Marine Environmental Impact Assessment report
- Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP)
- Habitat sensitivity mapping
- Regulatory submission documentation