The term "EIS" can refer to several different things, depending on the context. Here are some possible meanings:
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Environmental Impact Statement: An EIS is a government document that outlines the impact of a proposed project on its surrounding environment. It assesses the potential impact of actions "significantly affecting the quality of the human environment". In the United States, an EIS is mandated by the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) .
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Enterprise Investment Scheme: The EIS is a government-sponsored program in the UK that is designed to spur economic growth. It works by giving investors tax relief when they invest in riskier companies, which makes purchasing those companies shares more appealing. The EIS grants 30% of what the investor pays for shares as a credit that then reduces the investors individual income tax owed for the year.
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Epidemic Intelligence Service: The EIS is a 2-year post-doctoral training program for health professionals interested in the practice of applied epidemiology. It is offered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the US and is renowned for its investigative and emergency response efforts. EIS officers work on the front lines of public health, and their service and publications may attract the attention of news media and public health partners.
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EIS Insurance Software: EIS is a cloud-native, API-first, digital insurance platform that enables insurers to innovate like a tech company. It offers cross-functional line of business support for group and voluntary benefits, and it is recognized as a "Contender" in the 2021 Novarica Market Navigator for Life, Health, and Annuities Claims Systems. EIS is also named a Leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Life Insurance Policy Administration Systems, North America.
In summary, "EIS" can refer to an Environmental Impact Statement, an Enterprise Investment Scheme, the Epidemic Intelligence Service, or EIS Insurance Software, depending on the context.
