Paragraph 1 Characteristics of projectsI1

the size and design of the whole project;

cumulation with other existing and/or approved projects;

the use of natural resources, in particular land, soil, water and biodiversity;

the production of waste;

pollution and nuisances;

the risk of major accidents and/or disasters which are relevant to the project concerned, including those caused by climate change, in accordance with scientific knowledge; and

the risks to human health (for example due to water contamination or air pollution).