EIA Technical Review Guidelines:
Energy Generation and Transmission
Volume I Part 2
Regional Document prepared under CAFTA DR Environmental Cooperation
Program to Strengthen Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Review
Prepared by CAFTA-DR and U.S. EPA Country EIA and Energy Experts with support from:
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This document is the result of a regional collaboration under the environmental cooperation
agreements undertaken as part of the Central America and Dominican Republic Free Trade
Agreements with the United States. Regional experts participated in the preparation of this
document, however, the guidelines do not necessarily represent the policies, practices or
requirements of their governments and organizations.
Reproduction of this document in whole or in part and in any form for educational or
non-profit purposes may be made without special permission from the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), Agency for International Development (U.S. AID),
and/or the Central American Commission on Environment and Development (CCAD) provided
acknowledgement of the source is included.
EPA/315R11001A July 2011
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EIA Technical Review Guidelines:
Energy Generation and Transmission
Volume I Part 2
The EIA Technical Review Guidelines for Energy Power Generation and Transmission were developed as
part of a regional collaboration to better ensure successful identification, avoidance, prevention and/or
mitigation of potential adverse impacts and enhancement of potential beneficial impacts of proposed
energy projects undergoing review by government officials, non-governmental organizations and the
general public throughout the life of the projects. The guidelines are part of a broader program to
strengthen environmental impact assessment (EIA) review under environmental cooperation
agreements associated with the "CAFTA-DR" free trade agreement between the United States and five
countries in Central America and the Dominican Republic.
The guidelines were prepared by regional experts from the CAFTA-DR countries and the United States in
both the government organizations responsible for the environment and energy and leading academics
designated by the respective Ministers supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID) contract for the Environment and Labor Excellence Program and grant with the Central America
Commission for Environment and Development (CCAD). The guidelines draw upon existing materials
from within and outside these countries and from international organizations and do not represent the
policies and practices of any one country or organization.
The guidelines are available from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) in English and from
the Central American Commission on Environment and Development (CCAD) in Spanish. Volume 1
contains the guidelines with a glossary and references which track with internationally recognized
elements of environmental impact assessment; Volume 2 contains Appendices with detailed
information on energy power generation and transmission, requirements and standards, predictive
tools, and international codes; and Volume 1 Part 2 contains example Terms of Reference
cross-referenced to Volumes 1 and 2 for 1) thermal/combustion power generation, 2) hydroelectric
power generation, 3) other renewable power sources i.e. geothermal, wind and solar, and 4)
transmission projects respectively for use by the countries as they prepare their own EIA program
requirements.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE (TORS) 1
EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THERMAL/COMBUSTION POWER PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW. 3
B. DETAILS FOR THERMAL/COMBUSTION POWER PROJECTS 5
0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5
1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 6
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 6
3 GENERAL INFORMATION 6
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project 6
3.2 Project Proponents 6
3.3 Project Team 6
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework 6
4 PROJECT AND ALTERNATIVES DESCRIPTION 7
4.1 Location 7
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives 7
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details 7
5 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 12
Physical Environment: 12
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 12
5.2 Soil Resources 13
5.3 Water Resources 13
5.4 Air and Climate 14
5.5 Noise and Vibration 15
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 15
Biological Environment 15
5.7 Vegetation/Flora 15
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna 15
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine 15
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats 15
5.11 Protected Areas 15
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment 16
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions 16
5.13 Infrastructure 16
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 17
5.15 Land Use 17
6 ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS 17
Physical Impacts 17
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 17
6.2 Soil Resources 18
6.3 Water Resources 18
6.4 Air and Climate 19
6.5 Noise and Vibration 19
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 19
Biologic Impacts 19
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6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 19
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 20
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats 20
6.10 Protected Areas 20
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 20
6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions 20
6.12 Infrastructure 21
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 22
6.14 Land Use 22
7 MITIGATION AND MONITORING MEASURES 22
Physical Impacts 22
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 22
7.2 Soil Resources 23
7.3 Water Resources 23
7.4 Air and Climate 23
7.5 Noise and Vibration 24
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 24
Biological Impacts 24
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 24
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 24
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 24
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions 25
7.10 Infrastructure 25
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 25
7.12 Land Use 26
8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 26
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy 26
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It has two elements: 26
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of surface and ground water) 26
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control and Infrastructure 27
8.5 Contingency Plans 27
9 SIGNED COMMITMENT STATEMENT 27
10 ANNEXES 27
10.1 Public Consultation 27
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents 27
10.3 References 27
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EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR HYDROPOWER PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW. 29
B. DETAILS FOR HYDROPOWER GENERATION PROJECTS (TOR) 31
0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 31
1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 32
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 32
3 GENERAL INFORMATION 32
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project 32
3.2 Project Proponents 32
3.3 Project Team 32
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework 32
4 PROJECT AND ALTERNATIVES DESCRIPTION 33
4.1 Location 33
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives 33
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details 33
5 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 38
Physical Environment 38
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 38
5.2 Soil Resources 38
5.3 Water Resources 38
5.4 Air and Climate 40
5.5 Noise and Vibration 40
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 40
Biological Environment 40
5.7 Vegetation/Flora 40
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna 40
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine 41
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats 41
5.11 Protected Areas 41
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment 41
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions 41
5.13 Infrastructure 41
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources 42
5.15 Land Use 42
6 ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS 42
Physical Impacts 42
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 42
6.2 Soil Resources 43
6.3 Water Resources 43
6.4 Air and Climate 43
6.5 Noise and Vibration 44
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 44
Biologic Impacts 44
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 44
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 44
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats 45
6.10 Protected Areas 45
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 45
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6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions 45
6.12 Infrastructure 46
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 46
6.14 Land Use 47
7 MITIGATION AND MONITORING MEASURES 47
Physical Impacts 47
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 47
7.2 Soil Resources 47
7.3 Water Resources 47
7.4 Air and Climate Resources 48
7.5 Noise and Vibration 48
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 48
Biological Impacts 48
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 48
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 49
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 49
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions 49
7.10 Infrastructure 50
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 50
7.12 Land Use 50
8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 50
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy 50
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It has two elements: 51
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of surface and ground water) 51
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control and Infrastructure 51
8.5 Contingency Plans 51
9 SIGNED COMMITMENT STATEMENT 52
10 ANNEXES 52
10.1 Public Consultation 52
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents 52
10.3 References 52
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EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR OTHER RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW. 53
B. DETAILS FOR OTHER RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS (TOR) 55
0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 55
1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 56
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 56
3 GENERAL INFORMATION 56
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project 56
3.2 Project Proponents 56
3.3 Project Team 56
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework 56
4 PROJECT AND ALTERNATIVES DESCRIPTION 57
4.1 Location 57
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives 57
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details 57
5 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 63
Physical Environment 63
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 63
5.2 Soil Resources 64
5.3 Water Resources 64
5.4 Air and Climate 65
5.5 Noise and Vibration 65
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 65
Biological Environment 65
5.7 Vegetation/Flora 65
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna 66
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine 66
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats 66
5.11 Protected Areas 66
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment 66
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions 66
5.13 Infrastructure 66
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resource 67
5.15 Land Use 67
6 ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS 68
Physical Impacts 68
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 68
6.2 Soil Resources 68
6.3 Water Resources 68
6.4 Air and Climate 69
6.5 Noise and Vibration 69
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 69
Biologic Impacts 69
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 70
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 70
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats 70
6.10 Protected Areas 70
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Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 70
6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions 70
6.12 Infrastructure 71
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 72
6.14 Land Use 72
7 MITIGATION AND MONITORING MEASURES 72
Physical Impacts 72
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 72
7.2 Soil Resources 73
7.3 Water Resources 73
7.4 Air and Climate 73
7.5 Noise and Vibration 73
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 74
Biological Impacts 74
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 74
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 74
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 74
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions 74
7.10 Infrastructure 75
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 75
7.12 Land Use 75
8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 76
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy 76
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It has two elements: 76
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of surface and ground water) 76
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control and Infrastructure 76
8.5 Contingency Plans 76
9 SIGNED COMMITMENT STATEMENT 77
10 ANNEXES 77
10.1 Public Consultation 77
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents 77
10.3 References 77
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EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR TRANMISSION LINE PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW. 79
B. DETAILS FOR TRANSMISSION LINES (TOR) 81
0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 81
1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 82
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 82
3 GENERAL INFORMATION 82
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project 82
3.2 Project Proponents 82
3.3 Project Team 82
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework 82
4 PROJECT AND ALTERNATIVES DESCRIPTION 83
4.1 Location 83
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives 83
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details 83
5 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 86
Physical Environment 86
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 86
5.2 Soil Resources 87
5.3 Water Resources 87
5.4 Air and Climate 87
5.5 Noise and Vibration 87
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 87
Biological Environment 87
5.7 Vegetation/Flora 87
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna 88
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine 88
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats 88
5.11 Protected Areas 88
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment 88
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions 88
5.13 Infrastructure 88
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources 89
5.15 Land Use 89
6 ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS 89
Physical Impacts 90
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 90
6.2 Soil Resources 90
6.3 Water Resources 90
6.4 Air and Climate 91
6.5 Noise and Vibration 91
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 91
Biologic Impacts 91
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 91
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 91
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats 92
6.10 Protected Areas 92
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 92
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6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions 92
6.12 Infrastructure 93
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 93
6.14 Land Use 93
7 MITIGATION AND MONITORING MEASURES 94
Physical Impacts 94
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards 94
7.2 Soil Resources 94
7.3 Water Resources 94
7.4 Air and Climate 95
7.5 Noise and Vibration 95
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources 95
Biological Impacts 95
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems 95
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems 95
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts 96
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions 96
7.10 Infrastructure 96
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources 96
7.12 Land Use 97
8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 97
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy 97
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It has two elements: 97
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of surface and ground water) 97
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control and Infrastructure 98
8.5 Contingency Plans 98
9 SIGNED COMMITMENT STATEMENT 98
10 ANNEXES 98
10.1 Public Consultation 98
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents 98
10.1. References 98
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EXAMPLE TERMS OF REFERENCE (TORs)
Terms of Reference are used by countries to describe both general and specific expectations for the
preparation of an environmental impact assessment, in this instance tailored to proposed projects for
the generation and transmission of electric power. Volume 1, Part 2 contains example Terms of
Reference (TORs) cross-referenced to Volumes 1 and 2 of the "EIA Technical Review Guideline for
Energy Power Generation and Transmission Projects". It is printed separately to facilitate use by
countries as they prepare their own EIA program requirements for energy power generation and
transmission projects.
Four example Terms of Reference (TORs) are provided below:
1. Thermal/Combustion Power Generation Projects 3-30
2. Hydropower Power Generation Projects 31-56
3. Other Renewable Energy Generation Projects 57 - 84
4. Transmission Lines 85 -107
In each of the example TORs there is an overview section that describes general expectations for the
preparation of an environmental impact assessment. This is followed by sections addressing each
element of the EIA analysis and documentation including details on what should be included in the
description of the proposed project and alternatives; environmental setting; assessment of impacts;
mitigation and monitoring measures; an environmental management plan; a signed commitment
statement; and key supporting materials.
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1 TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) FOR THERMAL/COMBUSTION POWER
GENERATION PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW
These terms of reference (TOR) describe the minimum requirements for the preparation of the
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for proposed thermal power plants that convert the combustion
of fuel (coal, oil, natural gas, biomass, etc.) into electrical power. Both the TOR and the cross referenced
"EIA Technical Review Guidelines for Energy Power Generation and Transmission Projects" should be
used to establish minimally acceptable conditions for satisfying the requirement to submit an EIA. There
are four different TORs for energy projects which are designed with a common overview and distinct
TORs for different types of energy power generation and transmission. Part A, Overview, is common to
all of them but Part B is tailored respectively to: 1. Thermal/Combustion Power Generation Projects, 2.
Hydropower Generation Projects, 3. Other Renewable Energy Generation Projects, and 4. Transmission
Lines. The four TORs are structured to facilitate mixing and matching as appropriate to the purpose and
need for a proposed project and alternatives.
The basic format for the EIA document that should be followed is:
Table of Contents
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
Assessment of Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Commitment Statement
Annexes
In general, the EIA must identify and address:
Applicable environmental standards, norms, and requirements set forth at the international,
national, regional and/or local levels including those designed to meet the objectives of resource
management and/or land use plans that may be in effect in and around the jurisdiction(s) in which
you propose to develop the project and in which the proposed project might have a potential
impact. In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks that can be used in the
analysis and the basis for your selection. The guideline identifies standards in use by various
countries and international organizations in Appendix C.
Public/Stakeholder concerns related to impacts in and around the proposed project and alternatives
at least for stakeholders within the geographic scope of potential impact. The project proponent
should document specific steps taken to engage the public and other stakeholders, and engage
these publics as early as possible before undertaking to prepare the EIA. Concerned publics include:
local governments, persons living and working in the vicinity of the project, those with interests in
resources that may be affected i.e., indigenous peoples, and those concerned about protected areas
and prime agricultural lands. A summary of public outreach activities, audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments and actual copies of written
comments received should be included in the Annex.
All relevant plans related to the proposed energy project, for example, engineering and site
preparation plans, operations and decommissioning/closure, environmental management, and
mitigation in whatever form these may take.
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All phases of the project from feasibility studies to site preparation to operations to closure and also
plans to expand capacity at the current or adjacent sites.
Alternative approaches to meeting the purpose and need for the proposed energy project include
alternative fuels (including renewable fuels), siting, designing, constructing, operating and closing
the project firstly to avoid and prevent, or secondly to reduce or minimize adverse or improve
beneficial environmental or socioeconomic impacts. The EIA should assess as appropriate the
impacts of a range of reasonable and technically feasible alternatives as well as the proposed
project. The alternatives to the project must include a "no action" alternative, indicating what
would happen in the absence of the proposed project as well as consideration of best practices that
may not otherwise have been incorporated in the proposed project. Other alternatives should be
developed as needed to address significant issues with the proposal.
Direct, indirect and cumulative impacts and their significance level.
Uncertainty and how that uncertainty will be addressed through monitoring and contingency plans
as may be needed to reduce risk of adverse impacts in the future.
Specific commitments, including who is responsible, what will be done, when and how it will be
monitored, reported and audited to confirm that commitments are met.
Finally, a key part of the TOR is obtaining a legally binding commitment from the project proponent that
the approved EIA will be implemented as presented. Such a commitment adds to the legal
enforceability of the outcomes of the EIA process.
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0 Table of Contents
A general Table of Contents for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) shall be provided. The
Table of Contents shall be organized in such a manner as to facilitate the use of the EIA by reviewers
and project implementers. ElAsfor larger projects should have a more detailed Table of Contents than
those for smaller projects. At a minimum, the Table of Contents shall include the following:
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
o Objectives and Justification
o Project Proponents
o Project Team
o Legal and Regulatory Framework
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
o Physical Environment
Geologic Resources
Soil Resources
Water Resources
Air and Climate
Noise and Vibration
Aesthetic Resources
o Biological Environment
Vegetation/Flora
Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitat
Protected Areas
o Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
Socio-Economic Conditions
Infrastructure
Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Land Use
Assessment of Impacts to resources described in the Environmental
Setting
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
o Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
o Project-wide Mitigation Plan
o Project- wide Monitoring Plan
o Management of Other On- or Off-Site Pollution Controls and Infrastructure
o Contingency Plans
Performance-related Contingency Plan
Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan
Other Risk Response Plans
Signed Commitment Statement
Annexes
o Public Consultation
Public Consultation Plan
Summary of Public Outreach Activities
Summary of Responses to Comments
Copies of Written Comments
o Technical Supporting Materials
Maps and Plans, in the sequence mentioned in the EIA document
Charts and Figures
Details about predictive modeling used, calculations and assumptions
Special Studies
o References
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1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
All acronyms and abbreviations used in the EIA must be clearly and succinctly defined and described in
this section. This will relieve the reader of the need to search for the first occurrence of a word and the
citing of the acronym or abbreviation in the text.
2 Executive Summary
A general summary of the EIA shall be provided in this section. The summary shall be written using a
vocabulary that can be easily understood by the public. It shall include at least the following
information about the project from the EIA:
Objectives and Justification
Location
Project Proponents
Project Description
Other Project Alternatives
Environmental Setting
Anticipated Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Issues raised by stakeholders and any outstanding issues
3 General Information
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project
3.1.1 Objectives: A statement of the general and specific objectives (purpose) of the
proposed project, including whether it is a new project, an expansion of an
existing project (e.g., increase in land area or increase in annual production) or
modernization of an existing operation.
3.1.2 Justification for the Project: Provide a justification for the proposed project
(need) highlighting the benefits to surrounding communities and economic
development of the region and country.
3.2 Project Proponents
3.2.1 Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and applicable legal documentation of
proponents (including developers, major equipment suppliers if part of project c 2 Documentation of
team, shareholders and providers of financing, and representatives).
3.2.2 Names and contact information for responsible parties within the organization. Purpose and Need
3.2.3 Financial viability of the company (including a certified banking statement
indicating that the company is financially stable and reputable).
3.2.4 Bonding requirements and proof of ability to meet bonding requirements
sufficient to cover the anticipated costs of environmental management during all
phases, as well as the costs, by a third party, of decommissioning and long-term
post-closure liabilities associated with the project.
3.3 Project Team
This section shall provide information on the multidisciplinary team that prepares the EIA. The types of
professionals included in the team shall be appropriate to the type of project and the type of
environment in which the project is located and may include (but not be limited to) engineers,
architects, biologists, geologists, hydrologists, air quality experts, archeologists, anthropologists,
sociologists and economists. The information provided for each member of the EIA project team
includes the following:
3.3.1 Names, addresses and registry numbers of contractors. G.4 Financial Assurance
3.3.2 Names, contact information, qualifications and registry numbers of key personnel
involved in the study; as well as an affidavit indicating their area of participation.
3.3.3 List of professionals/experts participating in the EIA, their areas of expertise,
degrees, experience, professional registrations and stamps, seals and signatures.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework
This section of the EIA shall define the legal framework under which the EIA is being completed listing
and summarizing requirements or alternatives used as benchmarks, and evidence of non-applicability
or compliance, including:
3.4.1 Information that demonstrates rights and access:
3.4.1.1 Ownership with written authorization
3.4.1.2 Governmental authorization (if required)
3.4.1.3 Period of lease/permit
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3.4.1.4 Maps showing the lease/permit area
3.4.2 Applicable environmental standards, norms and requirements set forth at the
international, national, regional and/or local levels
3.4.2.1 In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks used in the
analysis
3.4.3 Required regulatory approvals and/or permits for all stages and their status
3.4.4 Applicable land use requirements (demonstrate conformity and compliance with
applicable plans)
3.4.5 Applicable natural resource management or protected area management plans
and responsible agency(ies) (demonstrate conformity and compliance with all
applicable plans)
4 Project and Alternatives Description
The project proponent shall submit a full description and location of the proposed project and
reasonable alternatives including ancillary facilities and operations such as the camp/housing for
construction and operation phases, borrow and disposal areas, sanitary services, waste disposal and
transportation infrastructure, etc. as addressed through 4.1 to 4.3 below. It shall include at a
minimum:
4.1 Location
The general location of the project and associated activities in terms of:
4.1.1 Political-administrative location (region, district, town or other relevant political-
administrative units) with accompanying location map
4.1.2 Means of site access- i.e., by air, river, road, train or vehicle
4.1.3 Latitude and longitude of project area
4.1.4 Maps of project area at a scale of no less than 1:50,000 or as required by the
regulatory agency
4.1.4.1 Project plat plan and location on a fold-out 11" X 17" page.
4.1.4.2 Indicate the project area and the direct and indirect areas of influence for
the physical, biological and social-economic-cultural impacts
For Biomass and Biofuel projects that will use agricultural or forest
products as raw materials, include the areas of production in the area
of influence
4.1.4.3 All drawings should present scale and key coordinates or benchmarks as
latitude/longitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates, or
local survey plate that can be cross-referenced to latitude/longitude or
UTM coordinates
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives
All project alternatives that are reasonable and feasible and meet the purpose and need for the
proposed project shall be identified, summarized in this section, and evaluated in the EIA as
appropriate. In addition to the proposed project, such alternatives include alternative locations,
alternative fuels, alternative site configuration of elements of the project, alternative size and output
capacity, and alternative plans for construction, operation and decommissioning of the power plant
including best practices that may avoid and/or reduce the adverse impacts to the physical, biological
or social-economic-cultural environments.
If the project area or the buffer zone of the project area for an alternative is in an ecologically fragile
are, the description of the alternative must include a clear justification for not opting for another site.
Identify which alternatives will be carried through the analysis in the EIA and the basis for that
decision.
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details
The EIA shall provide specific project details for the proposed project and each alternative as identified
in subsections 4.3.1 through 4.3.5. The level of detail presented shall be the same for the proposed
project and each alternative evaluated. The following project details shall be provided:
4.3.1 Project facilities
4.3.1.1 Type and nature of the project
Type (external combustion with steam turbine, or internal combustion
with combined cycle turbine, simple cycle combustion turbine, or
reciprocating engine)
Capacity: maximum, minimum and average power output as MW,
and as MWhrs by month and season
C. Proposed Project
Description and
Alternatives
C.3 Project and
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4.3.1.2 Fuel
4.3.1.3
4.3.1.4
Type of fuel or mix, indicating:
o Amounts required per day and month
o Storage requirements
o Where it will come from
o How it will be transported to site
o BTU, water content, and other characteristics that will determine
how well combustion will take place and resulting air emissions
o Required processing or cleaning
Amount, type and constituents of the waste from fuel combustion
Heat and extent of associated thermal discharge
Transport to site
o Roads, railways or waterways (see section 4.4.2
o Conveyor belts
Location, design, construction and operation
Source
Stream and road crossing designs to prevent falling debris
Dust control
Maintenance
o Pipelines
Location, design, construction and operation
Source
Length in km
Stream and road crossing designs
Biomass (additional information required for power plants using
biomass as fuel)
o Source of biomass (specific locations of production centers,
including solid waste facilities if applicable)
o Land dedicated to growing/producing crops or trees for biomass
Development of support facilities, such as irrigation systems
including diversions, reservoirs, canals, etc.
Chemical use and storage for pesticides and fertilizers on
production lands
o Design details for any treatment required before use
Energy demands and sources for treatment
Releases to the environment
o Storage of raw and treated materials
Biofuel (information required in addition to those above for plants
using biofuel)
o Design details for conversion plants
Raw materials used
Energy demands and sources for conversion
Releases to the environment
Project operations
Description of how the project would operate (seasonally, monthly,
daily, hourly, as appropriate)
Mode of operation (peaking, base load)
Design and engineering features of the main power plant
Describe the composition, dimensions, and configuration of each of the
following:
Flow diagram for the generation of power showing all components of
the plant including (as appropriate):
o Combustion chambers
o Fuel flows, including storage and preparation
o Air intakes
o Exhaust gas flows, treatment systems and discharge points
o Boilers
o Water intakes
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.4 Project Alternatives
C.4.3 Thermal/Fossil
Fuel Power
C.4.4 Thermal/Biomass
Power
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o Steam flow and controls
o Condensers, cooling systems (towers) and water discharges
o Ash, dust, sludge and slag collection and disposal
o Turbines and electrical generators
o Transformers and transmission lines
Design details for each power generation component (as appropriate)
o Combustion chambers
o Boilers
o Steam controls
o Turbines
o Generators
o Cooling systems
o Fuel storage
o Storage and disposal of combustion ash and/or slag
o Treatment and emission of exhaust gases
Use of air pollution control devices (electrostatic
precipitators, baghouses, cyclones, scrubbers, dust
suppressants, steam injection, limestone or ammonia
injection, fuel cleaning and or use of cleaner fuels, and other
control measures)
Disposal of dust and slag from treatment systems
Optimization of stoichiometry of combustion
Limitation of process rates or hours of operation
Design of stacks to minimize downwash or near field plume
impacts
Transmission lines (any connections and new lines associated with the
hydropower project) a e -
o Plans to connect to existing transmission lines
o New transmission lines (making following bullets a lower order
Line voltage
Total length of line in km
Minimum height of conductors over ground level
Width of the right of way in meters
Source
Destination
Number and types of towers
Height of towers
Number of circuits, stations and transformer yards
Points of interconnection between existing and new
Other works
Describe additional works as appropriate
4.3.1.5 Design drawings for project facilities
Plan (overhead view)
Elevations (front view)
Profiles (side view)
Sections
4.3.1.6 Onsite support facilities
Location and design information - composition, dimensions, and
configuration including site drawing (digitized) showing project layout of
all project components and their relationship to each other for the
following:
Offices and onsite housing
Laboratories
Power generation
Storage
Repair shops
Fuel stations
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Water supply
o Requirements (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources
o Distribution
Waste handling and disposal
Fencing
4.3.2 Access
4.3.2.1 Roads C.5 Electric Power
Identify all new and existing roads to be used (including closed roads Transmission
that will be reopened, if applicable)
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
o Closed roads that will be reopened
Detailed information on any roads to be constructed or upgraded
o Location
o Timing of construction
o Road surface and shoulder width and barriers
o Grade
o Construction methods including clearing and grubbing
o Construction materials
o Compaction
o Stream crossings and associated designs
o Animal crossings
o Sedimentation and erosion prevention and control structures and
practices
o Stabilization methods for cuts and fills
o Typical elevations for each type and situation of road displaying
construction materials, levels of compaction and erosion and
sedimentation features
o Location and size (area and volume of material) of borrow pits
o Operation
o Closure plan C.7 Onsite Support
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times Facilities
Dust control for construction and operation
Maintenance
Roster for construction and maintenance equipment, specifying type
and quantity by size, motor size, and fuel requirements
4.3.2.2 Other transport systems (if applicable)
Rail transport - Same as for Roads with the addition of: c-6 Transportation
o Tightest curves Facilities
o Track construction materials
o Turnouts and sidings
o Railroad communications and signaling
Waterways
o Location, design, construction and operation of loading docks
o Rosters of boats used to move barges, specifying type and
quantity by: size, motor size, and fuel requirements
o Maintenance
4.3.3 Construction phase and timetable
4.3.3.1 Schedule for each phase of construction for all project and ancillary
facilities including, but not limited to:
Mobilization
Road construction and improvements
Land clearing
Blasting
Borrow and spoil disposal
Erosion and sediment control
Excavation and subgrade preparation
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Foundation preparation
Concrete work
Construction or installation of each project facility
Stabilization of disturbed areas
4.3.3.2 A GANTT or critical path management chart for the entire project, from
start to finish
4.3.3.3 Equipment
Equipment Roster, specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor
size, and fuel requirements for each piece of equipment or machinery
used in each activity
Transportation mobilization and mobilization frequency
Machinery and equipment mobilization routes to be used, as well as
the features of the ways on which they will be transported, including a
map of routes, as applicable, and mobilization.
4.3.3.4 Labor during construction
Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire) by
field of expertise
Days per week
Hours per day
Shifts per day
4.3.3.5 Raw materials to be used for construction
Give a complete list of the raw materials and construction materials to
be used, indicating the amounts per day, month, and the storage
means
Include an inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances,
active elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.3.6 Construction camp (if applicable)
Description of the camp including but not limited to:
A map showing all facilities at a legible scale appropriate to the size of
the project
o Buildings by type (use) and size
o Roads
o Electrical transmission lines and/or substation
o Drainage
Water supply and distribution
o Distribution system
o Use (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources
Waste handling and disposal components
o Sewers
o Wastewater treatment
o Solid waste facilities
Energy generation and use requirements
Closure or transition from construction camp to final onsite housing
4.3.4 Operation phase
4.3.4.1 Pre-operation Phase: cooling pond filling plan (if appropriate) including,
but not limited to:
Proposed filling rate with definite hold periods for observation
Options to control filling
Schedule for inspection and evaluation of structures and
instrumentation c.9 Manpower and
4.3.4.2 Operation information Loca, purchases
Roster of equipment and machinery to be used during operation,
specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor size, and fuel
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Labor during operation
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o Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire)
by field of expertise
o Days per week
o Hours per day
o Shifts per day
Overall energy requirements and sources
Raw materials to be used for operation
o List of the raw materials to be used, indicating the amounts per
day, month, and the storage means
o Inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances, active
elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.5 Closure and decommissioning plan
If it becomes clear that closure will be required, or when the project nears the
end of its service life, the project operator shall contact the proper regulatory
agency(ies) to obtain the environmental guidelines to carry out the closure or
decommissioning.
4.3.5.1 The project description shall include at least a general Restoration and
Closure Plan, recognizing that terms of closure may be very different when
this phase approaches
4.3.5.2 The description of restoration measures should include the size of the area
to be restored as well as concurrent, temporary and final restoration
measures to be used and their schedules. For each measure include:
Area to be addressed
Timing and schedule for executing measures
Equipment and structure removal or conversion
Remedial measures, including success indicators and contingency
measures if initial efforts are unsuccessful
5 Environmental Setting
Based on information available from the literature, government and special studies or other sources,
the EIA shall provide information on environmental setting for the different types of physical,
biological and social-economic-cultural environments for the current situation, important trends and
predicted situation in the absence of the proposed project. All sources of data must be cited in the EIA
when and where they are used. Indicate the direct and indirect and cumulative impact areas of
influence for physical, biological, and social-economic-cultural impacts and basis for defining area. This
section shall include at a minimum, the following information:
Physical Environment:
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
5.1.1 Cross sections of the geology including soil horizons
5.1.1.1 Geologic characteristics at all project facility locations and in the area of
influence.
5.1.1.2 Geological map of the project area and area of influence at a scale of
1:10,000.
Submit a map of the area displaying all characteristics described. Include
geological profiles and cuts, as well as stratigraphic columns.
5.1.2 Topography and slope conditions and geomorphology
5.1.3 Seismicity and stability characteristics
5.1.3.1 Indicate the general seismic and tectonic features of the surrounding
areas:
Seismic sources close to the project area
Seismic history
Maximum expected magnitudes and intensity
Period of seismic repetition
Outcome of threats based on peak acceleration for the site
Periods of vibration of the site
Micro zoning in terms of the geological map
5.1.3.2 Volcanic activity (must be provided by all the projects that are located
within a radius of 30 km from an active volcanic emission center)
C.9 Manpower and
Local Purchases
C.7 Onsite Support
Facilities
C.8 Closure and
Decommissioning
Plan
D. Environmental
Setting
D.2 Physical
Environment
D.2.1 Geology and Soils
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Indicate the general volcanic features of the area near the site
Historical eruptions
Period of recurrence
Type of eruptions
Affected areas and high risk areas
5.1.3.3 Describe project areas susceptible to soil liquefaction; planned, active, and
abandoned mines; karst terrain; and areas of potential ground failure,
such as subsidence, slumping, and landsliding
5.2 Soil Resources
The EIA shall describe baseline soil resources, and make use of maps, tables and accompanying
narrative text to describe the soils at the facility site, along new or reconditioned access routes and
along new transmission corridors associated with the facility and included in the EIA. D.2.1 Geology and Soils
5.2.1 Types, capacity and uses
5.2.2 Fertility and potential uses of the land for agriculture
5.2.3 Stability and permeability
5.2.4 Erosion and sedimentation potential
5.2.5 Quantity and quality available for revegetating and restoring the disturbed area
at time of closure
5.3 Water Resources
5.3.1 Surface water
5.3.1.1 Names and locations on maps of all permanent and intermittent streams,
rivers, wetlands, lakes and reservoirs within the area of influence ._ _ _ ... . _
r-, i-, n- -i j 4.- ..I. i ±t ..I. 4. i j D.2.2 Water Resources
5.3.1.2 River mile designation or other reference point for the intake and
discharge points of the project (if project will be using surface water for
cooling)
5.3.1.3 Flow (if project will be using surface water for cooling)
The monthly minimum, mean and maximum recorded flows in m3/s of
the river at the diversion point
A monthly flow duration curve (i.e., flow exceedance curve) indicating
the period of record and location of gauging stations where data were
gathered to derive the curves
5.3.1.4 Seasonal fluctuations in area and volume of wetlands, lakes and reservoirs
5.3.1.5 For any proposed or existing cooling ponds, surface area, volume,
maximum depth, mean depth, flushing rate, shoreline length, substrate
composition
5.3.1.6 Delineation of watersheds and water drainage pattern in the area of
influence using cadastral/aerial/remote sensing satellite imageries (map)
Runoff characteristics of watersheds
5.3.1.7 Inventories of consumptive and non-consumptive use
5.3.1.8 Surface water balance (existing withdrawal of surface water)
Existing uses by type and volume
Capacity
5.3.2 Groundwater
Provide a map and identify and describe aquifers and underground waters
adjacent to the project, indicating the depth of the water table along with trend
data:
5.3.2.1 Hydrogeologic characteristics of the facility site, including fuel storage
areas and cooling ponds (vadose zone and aquifers)
Flow regime
Flow direction
Influences of geologic structures (faults, contacts, bedrock fracturing,
etc) and surface water bodies
5.3.2.2 Location and characteristics of all existing springs and wells in the area of
influence (on topographic map)
Flow/yield data for each spring and well (including water levels in
wells)
Depth and construction information for each well
Existing uses by type and volume
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5.3.2.3 Groundwater recharge data
5.3.2.4 Groundwater potential yield
Availability
Water table levels (dry and rainy season)
5.3.3 Water quality (if project will discharge cooling water and/or will use cooling
ponds)
5.3.3.1 Existing water quality data
Locations of all water quality monitoring stations in and around the
project area (with direction and distance from the site)
Water quality data for each station for those parameters likely to be
affected by project construction, operation, or maintenance
Physical, chemical and biological water quality characteristics,
including water temperature and dissolved oxygen concentrations
For any proposed or existing cooling ponds water temperature and
dissolved oxygen concentrations, including seasonal vertical profiles
5.3.3.2 Supplemental sampling and analysis (if existing data is not adequate to
characterize water quality)
Sampling and Analysis Program in annex
Water quality information upstream of the location of water intake, at
the point of discharge and downstream from discharge point
Proposed locations of representative monitoring stations upstream
and downstream of proposed project activities
Monitoring program design with at least a year of baseline data being
collected
o Parameters (including as appropriate, physical, chemical and
biological)
o Frequency of collection
o Analytic methods
5.3.3.3 Surface water and groundwater standards that apply to the project
Current uses
Standards for current uses (in the absence of such standards, identify
a set of benchmarks used in the analysis)
5.4 Air and Climate
Baseline information for air resources shall be collected for at least one year or as required by the
regulatory agency and shall include at a minimum the following:
5.4.1 Climate and meteorology
5.4.1.1 Source of data (meteorological station(s) from which climatological data
have been obtained)
5.4.1.2 Temperature variations
5.4.1.3 Relative humidity
5.4.1.4 Solar radiation and evaporation rates
5.4.1.5 Rainfall (total precipitation, rainfall intensity, and duration by month)
5.4.1.6 Wind Rose (Wind direction and speed, 24 hourly data)
5.4.1.7 Air dispersion characteristics and how meteorology affects air quality
levels
5.4.1.8 Statistical analysis of the data
5.4.2 Air quality monitoring data D.2.3 Air and Climate
5.4.2.1 Source of data (locations of monitoring stations, both upwind and
downwind, with direction and distance from the project)
5.4.2.2 Constituents sampled (representatives of potential emissions from the
project such as PM, SO2, NOX, CO, CO2 N2O, CH4, heavy metals, visibility
and fugitive dust)
5.4.2.3 Results, including current levels and trends of air pollutants and whether
they pose a risk to health and welfare and/or visibility for important vistas
5.4.3 Sources of Air Pollutant Emissions
5.4.3.1 Inventory of current air pollutant emission sources (including greenhouse
gases) in the area of influence
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5.4.3.2 Levels of current emissions
5.5 Noise and Vibration
Present a description of the noise and vibration levels for receptors near where noise generating
activities of the project may occur. The EIA shall include:
5.5.1 Location of monitoring stations
5.5.2 Daytime and night time noise levels (measured in decibels)
5.5.3 Inventory of existing noise sources
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
5.6.1 Photos presenting baseline panoramic views of the facility site from potential
viewpoints
5.6.2 Viewsheds or other aesthetic or landscape resources
5.6.3 Existing sources of light contamination
Biological Environment
The EIA shall provide detailed information on the location and condition of ecosystems in
and around the project area in the form of narrative, maps and tables, including the
following:
5.7 Vegetation/Flora
5.7.1 Vegetative mapping of terrestrial and wetland habitats (aquatic and marine if
appropriate) for project area, including in the area of transmission lines and
other areas affected by the project (e.g., facility sites, areas around new roads,
areas in the airshed of stack emissions)
5.7.2 Species and structure (abundance, density, status, plant communities, presence
of invasive species, etc.)
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
5.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
5.8.1.1 Identification offish, mussel, macroinvertebrate and other aquatic species
Spatial and temporal distribution
Species life stage composition
Standing crop
Age and growth data
Spawning run timing
Extent and location of spawning, rearing, feeding and wintering
habitat
5.8.2 Wildlife Resources
5.8.2.1 Species (including status, i.e., endemic, migratory, exotic, endangered,
threatened, keystone, etc.), life history, and seasonal use
5.8.2.2 Breeding areas
5.8.2.3 Mating and brooding areas
5.8.2.4 Migratory corridors (if applicable)
5.8.2.5 Important wildlife use areas (roosts, clay licks, etc.)
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Much if not all that will be needed to address the environmental setting for terrestrial, wetlands,
aquatic and/or marine ecosystems will have been covered in Sections 5.7 and 5.8. This section is not
intended to duplicate that information; rather, it should integrate the information to ensure that the
structure and function of each ecosystem is adequately presented.
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats
Sections 5.7 and 5.8 should identify all species in the project area. This section should highlight all
endangered and threatened species and critical habitat that potentially occur in the vicinity of the
project.
5.11 Protected Areas
Identify on maps the specific locations and boundaries of relevant national parks, sanctuaries,
reserves, etc., as well as any areas proposed for protection. Provide a brief narrative description of
each area.
D.2.4 Noise and
Vibration
D.2.5 Aesthetic
Resources
D.3 Biological
Environment
D.3.1 Flora
D.3.2 Fauna
D.3.3 Ecosystems
D.3.4 Endangered or
Threatened Species
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D.3.5 Protected Areas
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Cultural Environment
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions
Identify nearby human settlements including the following information for each settlement: D 4 1 Socio-Economic
5.12.1 Population (size, gender and age distribution) Conditions
5.12.2 Cultural characteristics (religion, ethnic composition, languages spoken, etc.)
5.12.3 Economic activities (employers, employment and incomes)
5.12.4 Tax base
5.12.5 Crime rates
5.12.6 Literacy rates
5.12.7 Community organizations
5.12.8 Public Health and Safety
5.12.8.1 Diseases in the project area (including the sources of data and the
methodology used to collect and analyze the data)
5.12.8.2 Level of emergency services and access to clinics, doctors and hospitals
5.12.8.3 Existing practice for assessment of occupational health
5.12.8.4 Existing electromagnetic fields
5.12.9 Skills, services and goods availability in the communities
5.13 Infrastructure
For each human settlement identified in subsection 5.12, describe the infrastructure in or serving the
settlement, including the following information:
5.13.1 Transportation infrastructure . ,
5.13.1.1 Roads D.4.2 Infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses baseline conditions of transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. The EIA shall provide information on
following:
Location and condition of all existing roads
o Surface materials
o Erosion and sediment control
o Maintenance programs (what, when and whom)
Description of anticipated third-party improvements (government or
entity other than the proponent)
Traffic patterns and densities on roads within affected project vicinity
Safety levels and current circulation issues, and capacity
5.13.1.2 Airports or airstrips, and their capacity and trends in use
5.13.1.3 Other transportation infrastructure as applicable such as rail, pipelines,
harbors etc.
5.13.2 Public health infrastructure
5.13.2.1 Drinking water supplies and treatment
5.13.2.2 Wastewater treatment and management
5.13.2.3 Solid and hazardous waste management and treatment
5.13.3 Communications infrastructure
5.13.3.1 Types of communications systems
5.13.3.2 Types of transmission (wired or wireless)
5.13.3.3 Locations of transmission lines (if applicable)
5.13.3.4 Locations of microwave towers and/or antennae (if applicable)
5.13.4 Energy infrastructure
5.13.4.1 Types of energy
5.13.4.2 Sources including location and description of generating facilities in the
area of influence
5.13.4.3 Transmission lines and/or pipelines
5.13.4.4 Fuel storage facilities
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5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
Identify all cultural, archaeological, ceremonial and historic resources within the area of influence,
including the following information:
5.14.1 Data and maps relating to archeological, cultural, ceremonial, and historic sites in
the direct vicinity of the project
5.14.2 Information on indigenous people or other traditional cultures, if any
5.15 Land Use
Describe actual and potential land use showing location, size and proximity within and surrounding the
project area, including land use maps, and to extent possible, integrated into one map.
5.15.1 Population centers, including information and locations of
5.15.1.1 Schools
5.15.1.2 Cemeteries
5.15.1.3 Churches
5.15.1.4 Other public buildings
5.15.1.5 Housing (including housing density)
5.15.1.6 Commercial areas
5.15.2 Agricultural lands
5.15.3 Forested lands
5.15.4 Protected areas (including but not limited to)
5.15.4.1 National parks
5.15.4.2 Wildlife refuges
5.15.5 Wetlands and Mangroves
5.15.6 Other environmentally sensitive areas
5.15.7 Tourism and recreation areas
5.15.7.1 Recreation facilities
5.15.7.2 Eco-cultural-tourist locations
5.15.8 Culturally sensitive areas
5.15.9 Flood plains and water bodies
5.15.10 Coastal zones
5.15.11 Other land uses as appropriate
6 Assessment of Impacts
The EIA shall provide information on anticipated impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative) and the
magnitude and frequency of anticipated impacts on physical, biological, social-economic-cultural
resources resulting from construction, operation and closure of the proposed project and alternatives.
The assessment shall use standardized predictive methods, such as models, to determine the specific
range of impacts on environmental and socio-economic resources. The EIA shall identify which
impacts are significant and the criteria used to make this judgment. Critical data input from project
description and environmental setting analysis projecting the conditions in the environmental setting
in the absence of the proposed project shall be used as the baseline upon which anticipated impacts
are forecast. The EIA shall also identify sources of data used in the analysis and the uncertainties
associated with the outputs of each method used.
Physical Impacts
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
Anticipated impacts to geologic resources and potential affects on facility shall be described including
but not limited to the following:
6.1.1 Geologic hazards and potential affects on facility
6.1.2 Dam failure (if cooling ponds are proposed)
6.1.3 Impacts on mineral resources (current/future mining)
6.1.4 Changes in topography and drainage patterns
6.1.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
0.4.3 Cultural,
Archeological,
Ceremonial and
Historic Resources
D.4.4 Land Use
E. Anticipated
Environmental
Impacts
F. Assessing Impacts:
Predictive Tools and
Considerations
Appendix F. Asian
Development Bank
Rapid Environmental
Assessment
Checklists
E.2 Physical
Environment
Tables E-l and E-2
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
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6.2 Soil Resources
Anticipated impacts to soil resources shall be described. For projects calling for the production of
biomass from new areas, the analysis shall include the impacts on soils in those new production areas.
The analysis shall include, but not be limited to the following:
6.2.1 Soil quality
6.2.1.1 Contamination
Disposal of cooling water sludge
Disposal of ash, dust and slag
Airborne - linked to air quality impacts
Salinization due to irrigation
Use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers
6.2.1.2 Impacts on use
6.2.2 Erosion, slope alteration, vegetation removal and drainage patterns
6.2.2.1 Models for soil erosion should be included using methods like USLE,
defining the areas with high erosion potential
6.2.2.2 Sediment accumulation and transport
6.2.2.3 Sediment and hazardous waste removal and disposal
6.2.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.3 Water Resources
Anticipated impacts to surface water and groundwater shall be described. For projects calling for the
production of biomass from new areas, the analysis shall include the impacts on water resources in
those new production areas. The analysis shall include but not be limited to the following:
6.3.1 Geomorphology
6.3.1.1 Location of all stream or wetland crossings by right-of-ways and access
roads.
6.3.1.2 Modification/diversion in the existing drainage pattern
6.3.1.3 Downstream scouring and upstream head cutting
6.3.1.4 Bank erosion (surface water discharges, stream crossings and dredging)
6.3.1.5 Potential for increased flash flooding
6.3.2 Quantity
6.3.2.1 Water bodies likely to be created (e.g., cooling ponds or irrigation
reservoirs)
6.3.2.2 Impact of water diversion on surface water and groundwater, including
specific uses
Model results
Water table levels
Well production
Spring and stream flows
6.3.2.3 Effects of dams on downstream seepage
6.3.3 Quality
6.3.3.1 Effects of project construction and operation on water quality parameters
in surface water and groundwater, including the results of any water
quality modeling
Description of effects due to runoff, erosion, and sedimentation from
roads, disturbed areas, and stream crossings, including sources,
receiving waters, and effects on physical, chemical, and biological
parameters
Description of impact from wastewater discharges (if applicable)
Description of effects of project operations on dissolved oxygen and
total dissolved gas concentrations, and other parameters
6.3.3.2 Chemical contamination from agricultural chemicals applied to fields or
forests producing biomass for the project
6.3.3.3 Spills and accidents
Chemical, hazardous waste and fuel spills
Overflows from cooling ponds during storm events or electricity
failures
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
F.4 Solid Waste Impact
Assessment Tools
Appendix D: Erosion
and Sedimentation
E.2.2 Water Resources
F.5 Water Resource
Impact Assessment
Tools
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6.3.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.4 Air and Climate
Anticipated impacts to air resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.4.1 Air quality modeling
6.4.1.1 Basis for model selection
6.4.1.2 Input requirements
6.4.1.3 Modeling results
6.4.2 Impacts on ambient air quality
6.4.2.1 Sources (e.g., windblown dust, fuel storage, combustion, stacks, fixed and
mobile equipment)
6.4.2.2 Concentrations
Isopleth distribution
Tabular
6.4.2.3 Receptors (e.g., communities, schools, soils, water bodies, ecosystems)
6.4.2.4 Greenhouse gas generation.
6.4.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.5 Noise and Vibration
Anticipated impacts from noise shall be described including but not limited to the following: E.2.3 Air Resources
6.5.1 Noise modeling
6.5.1.1 Basis for model selection F.6 Air Resources
6.5.1.2 Input requirements , . .
- .. _ ._,, n. impact Assessment
6.5.1.3 Modeling results K
6.5.2 Potential noise levels at different representative sites in the project area and in Tools
communities near the project area
6.5.3 Potential vibration due to blasting and movement of heavy equipment, and Table F-3
related damage to materials and structures
6.5.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
Anticipated impacts to Aesthetic Resources, including light pollution, shall be described including but
not limited to the following:
6.6.1 Impacts on visual resources and landscapes
6.6.2 Impacts on visibility
6.6.3 Increases in light contamination
6.6.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context E.2.4 Noise and
Biologic Impacts Vibration
Anticipated impacts to biological resources shall be described and quantified including but not limited
to the following: F.7 Noise Impact
Assessment Tools
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in vegetative cover due to:
6.7.1 Deforestation or wetlands destruction, including conversion for purposes of
producing biomass to be used as fuel or as an input to biofuel
6.7.2 Inundation of vegetated areas by cooling ponds (if applicable)
6.7.3 Other vegetative type conversions
6.7.3.1 Direct vegetative removal
6.7.3.2 Indirect (e.g., poisoning by dust and air contaminants)
6.7.4 Wildfires
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vegetative cover (land use changes)
6.7.6 Spread of noxious or invasive species
6.7.7 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in aquatic and terrestrial wildlife populations due to:
6.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
6.8.1.1 Loss in habitat (e.g., spawning, rearing, juvenile, or adult habitats) from
changes in water quality (temperature, dissolved oxygen and other
parameters) and instream flow
6.8.1.2 Disturbance of aquatic resources during construction, operations, or
maintenance activities, including equipment noise, erosion and
sedimentation, vehicular movements, or blasting
6.8.1.3 Entrainment and mortality effects on fish populations from water intakes
for cooling water
6.8.2 Wildlife Resources
6.8.2.1 Loss of habitat, migratory routes/corridors, and breeding areas due to
changes in vegetative cover/wetlands loss
6.8.2.2 Disturbance of habitat, migratory routes/corridors and breeding areas due
to project construction, operation, and maintenance, recreational use,
and human settlement associated with the project (e.g., noise, vibration,
illumination, vehicular movement)
6.8.2.3 Loss or contamination of drinking water for wildlife species
6.8.2.4 Poisoning (e.g., air emissions, direct contact with toxic waster/substances)
6.8.2.5 Animals attracted to garbage and food waste at construction camps or
onsite facilities
6.8.2.6 Electrocution of large birds
6.8.2.7 Increased hunting
6.8.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats
Describe and quantify impacts to endangered or threatened species or habitats
6.9.1 Biodiversity
6.9.2 Individual species (with special emphasis on endemic, rare, threatened and
endangered species)
6.9.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.10 Protected Areas
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
The EIA shall assess anticipated positive and negative impacts to social-economic-
cultural resources including but not limited to the following:
6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions
6.11.1 Increased individual incomes
6.11.1.1 Direct employment at the project
6.11.1.2 Indirect employment generated by project activities
6.11.1.3 Increased purchases from local businesses
6.11.1.4 Other economic activities stimulated in the community as a result of the
project
6.11.2 Employment opportunities for local residents
6.11.3 Increased tax base
6.11.4 Displacement and relocation of current settlements, residents or community
resources
6.11.5 Displacement or disruption of people's livelihoods (e.g., fishing, hunting, grazing,
E.2.5 Aesthetic
Resources
F.8 Aesthetic and Visual
Resources Impact
Assessment Tools
Table F-4
E.3 Biological
Environment
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
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Tools
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farming, forestry and tourism)
6.11.6 Public finance requirements-will more infrastructure need to be built and
maintained to meet the demands of increased population in the areas of public
education and public service (water, sanitation, roads, emergency services, etc.)
6.11.7 Reduction in quality of life for residents from visual and noise impacts
6.11.8 Change in crime rate (drugs, alcohol, prostitution, etc.)
6.11.9 Change in population (temporary or permanent)
6.11.10 Change in character of community
6.11.11 Change in religious, ethnic or cultural makeup of community
6.11.12 Potential hazard to the public from facility components resulting from
accidents or natural catastrophes and how these events will affect reliability
6.11.13 Hazards, environmental impact and service interruptions which could
reasonably ensure from failure of proposed facilities
6.11.14 Impacts on public health
6.11.14.1 Creation of new electromagnetic fields near residences, including their
strength and extent
6.11.14.2 Water-related vector diseases (malaria, dengue, etc.)
6.11.14.3 Health impacts of pesticide and fertilizer use
6.11.15 Impacts on worker health and safety
6.11.15.1 Identification of hazardous jobs and number of workers exposed with
duration of exposure
6.11.15.2 Occupational diseases due to exposure to dust and other project related
activities such as handling of explosives, solvents, petroleum products,
etc.
6.11.15.3 Identification of physical risks and safety aspects
6.11.16 Potential for fires
6.11.17 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts
for all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude,
frequency, scope and duration in context
E.3.2 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats and
Protected Areas
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
EAlSocio-Economic
Conditions
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
6.12 Infrastructure
6.12.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses impacts of transportation and traffic
patterns on existing roads. The impacts of new and existing roads on water
quality, biological resources and land use should be addressed in those
respective sections. The EIA shall assess anticipated impacts to transportation
systems including but not limited to the following:
6.12.1.1 Potential changes to traffic patterns, densities, and traffic safety issues in
area affected by project
A determination of vehicular traffic density in the project area (before,
during, and after the proposed activities)
Potential for traffic accidents
Congestion
Noise
6.12.1.2 Potential impacts to previously inaccessible areas from improvement of
roads
6.12.2 Public health infrastructure
6.12.2.1 Increased need for public health infrastructure
6.12.2.2 Alterations to public health infrastructure
6.12.3 Communications infrastructure
6.12.3.1 Increased need for communications infrastructure
6.12.3.2 Alterations to communications infrastructure
6.12.4 Energy infrastructure
6.12.4.1 Increased need for energy infrastructure
6.12.4.2 Alterations to energy infrastructure
6.12.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
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6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
6.13.1 Destruction during construction
6.13.2 Damage and alteration
6.13.3 Removal from historic location
6.13.4 Introduction of visual or audible elements that diminish integrity
6.13.5 Neglect that causes deterioration
6.13.6 Loss of medicinal plants
6.13.7 Loss of access to traditional use areas
6.13.8 Impacts to previously inaccessible resources from development/improvement of
roads
6.13.9 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.14 Land Use
6.14.1 Temporary and permanent changes in land use by both area and location
6.14.2 Alternative uses of the bio materials if they were not used for the purpose of
generating energy
6.14.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.14.4 Social infrastructure (schools, cemeteries, churches, other public buildings,
communication systems and housing)
6.14.4.1 Increased need for additional infrastructure
6.14.4.2 Alterations to social infrastructure
6.14.5 Tourism and recreation infrastructure
6.14.5.1 Change in tourist activities
6.14.5.2 Increased need for tourism and recreation infrastructure
6.14.5.3 Alterations to tourism and recreation infrastructure
6.14.6 Housing market (during construction and operation and after closure)
6.14.7 Identification of any components of the proposed project that would fall within
25- or 100-year flood plains
7 Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
This section of the EIA must include measures designed to mitigate potential adverse impacts to
physical, biological and social-economic-cultural resources from construction, operation and closure of
the proposed project and alternatives. These shall include measures to avoid and prevent, and if
needed, to reduce or minimize adverse impacts. The project proponent must include measures
considered to be "best practices" in the design of all alternatives.
Here and/or in the Environmental Management Plan section, proposed mitigation shall be described in
auditable terms and at a level of detail sufficient to demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing the
concern or performance criterion, including its anticipated level of effectiveness and/or measurable
performance, and design specifications.
The monitoring plan must include monitoring throughout the life of the project for each potential
mitigation to confirm the effectiveness of the measure and support contingency plans to provide
assurance that the project, at the site preparation, construction, operation, expansion, and closure
stages will meet applicable environmental requirements/standards by law, and fall within the limits of
impacts deemed acceptable upon approval of the EIA. Some important items to address in the
mitigation plan and associated monitoring plans include, but are not limited to the following:
Physical Impacts
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
7.1.1 Pre-excavation, onsite geological inspection and geotechnical study protocols to
determine slope stability and landslide risks
7.1.2 Slopes built and maintained to avoid landslides and favor revegetation and soils
formation
7.1.3 Slope stabilization by constructing retaining walls, using vegetation, geotextile
membranes, or other mechanical methods
7.1.4 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
E.4.2 Infrastructure
F.10 Socio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
E.4.3 Cultural,
Archeological,
Ceremonial and
Historic Resources
F.10 Socio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
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7.1.5 Use of signage to mark areas where slopes are not stable as a preventive
measure in the event of a landslide
7.1.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.2 Soil Resources
7.2.1 Topsoil management measures including specifically future use for agriculture
7.2.2 Erosion and sediment temporary and permanent control measures including
when each will be installed or implemented, how often it will be checked and the
process for and timing of removal of temporary measures
7.2.3 Spoil and disposal measures
7.2.4 Best management practices to minimize soil disturbance
7.2.5 Decommissioning/Rehabilitation Plan-if needed (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.2.6 Restrictions on discharge to or impacts of pollutants impacting the soil
7.2.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.3 Water Resources
7.3.1 Quality
7.3.1.1 Water Quality Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
Cooling water discharges
Sewage and domestic wastewater
Nonpoint sources - runoff, erosion and sediment control prevention
measures
7.3.1.2 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.3.1.3 Solid Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.1.4 Hazardous Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.3.1.5 Transport system construction and maintenance to avoid erosion and
sedimentation including:
Elevation or rerouting
Design for proper run-off control and catchment
Provision of culverts to allow flow that might otherwise be impeded
by roadways or other rights of way
Appropriate traffic control
7.3.1.6 Off-road vehicle use restrictions
7.3.1.7 Waste minimization practices
7.3.2 Quantity
7.3.2.1 Operational measures, such minimum flows to protect important species
7.3.2.2 Flow gauging to monitor water quantity
7.3.2.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.4 Air and Climate
7.4.1 Dust control measures
7.4.2 Energy use efficiency
7.4.3 Process modification
7.4.4 Selection of fuels or other materials, the processing of which may result in less
polluting emissions
7.4.5 Emissions control measures
7.4.5.1 Emissions reduction equipment
7.4.5.2 Location of the emitting facility relative to other sources
7.4.5.3 Stack height
7.4.5.4 Maintenance and inspection of equipment and vehicles using combustion
engines to reduce emissions
7.4.6 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.7 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
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Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
Oversight
G.5 Auditable and
Enforceable
Commitment
Language
Tables G-l and G-2
G.2.1 Seismic Events
Associated with
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7.4.8 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.5 Noise and Vibration
7.5.1 Noise control measures
7.5.1.1 Noise reduction technologies (suppression equipment, sound-absorbing
structures, vibration dampening devices, berms, noise barriers, etc.)
7.5.1.2 Rerouting of traffic and other infrastructure related activities to minimize
impacts of noise and vibration
7.5.1.3 Time of day limitations on blasting and movement of heavy equipment
when in close proximity to houses not being operated during evening
hours
7.5.2 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.5.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives Tables G-l, G-2 and G-4
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources mo A
-, r i n i 4.- tt -1-4. ^ a... -4. G.2.2 Process and
7.6.1 Relocation of facilities to another site
7.6.2 Redesign of placement of facilities on site Wastewater
7.6.3 Redesign height and location of structures blocking view or light Discharges
7.6.4 Lighting minimization
7.6.5 Visual/Landscape Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.6.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Biological Impacts
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
7.7.1 Control of noxious and invasive weeds
7.7.2 Surface water diversion limitations to maintain in-stream values
7.7.3 Measures to compensate for loss or damage of forests, wetlands or other critical
ecosystems, including establishment of new protected areas
7.7.4 Restoration/Rehabilitation Plan for disturbed areas (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.7.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
7.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
7.8.1.1 Intake screening
7.8.1.2 Maintain adequate instream flow
7.8.1.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important fish life history
periods (e.g., spawning)
7.8.1.4 Flow gauging and water quality monitoring
7.8.1.5 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species
7.8.1.6 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.1.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8.2 Wildlife Resources
7.8.2.1 Controls on hunting within the project area Tables G-l and G-2
7.8.2.2 Modify facility and activity locations and timing to avoid critical
ecosystems, migratory routes and breeding areas G 2.3 Air Emissions
7.8.2.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important wildlife history , Fossil Fuel and
periods (e.g., breeding, nesting)
7.8.2.4 Transmission line design to minimize or avoid electrocution of raptors and lomass- ire an s
other large birds
7.8.2.5 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species G.5.1 Fossil Fuel Fired
7.8.2.6 Blasting plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full Air Emission Limits
document in Annex) Example
7.8.2.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
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7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions
7.9.1 Selection of an alternate site for the project, and if not possible then adhering to
requirements of an internationally recognized Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)
7.9.2 Rehabilitation Program for people displaced by the project (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.9.3 Training local residents for employment in the project
7.9.4 Development of a "Code of Conduct" (with associated training program) for
workers to show respect to the local populations and their culture and social
rules
7.9.5 Measures proposed to protect public from failure of proposed facilities
7.9.6 Design and operational measures to avoid or reduce risk
7.9.7 Measures to exclude public from hazardous areas
7.9.8 Public Health Program to protect local population from potential health
problems caused by the project operation (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.9.9 Development of an Occupational Health, Industrial Safety and Accidents
Prevention Program with appropriate accident prevention program, reporting
and periodic review (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex) including provision of routine training and testing, and proper safety
equipment such as hearing protection, hardhats, steel-toed shoes, safety railings,
fall arrestors, sensors for notification on reaching of warning and action limits for
exposure to hazardous gases and liquids or impending catastrophic failures.
7.9.10 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.11 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.12 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.10 Infrastructure
7.10.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses mitigation measures for transportation
and traffic patterns on existing roads. Mitigation of impacts of new and
existing roads on water quality and biological resources and land use should be
addressed in those respective sections.
7.10.1.1 Transportation Plan (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
Placement of traffic signals
Establishing, posting and enforcing speed limits for the vehicles that
transport material
Training employees, contractors and subcontractors on measures to
reduce or avoid potential accidents
Hiring and training security personnel devoted exclusively to
preventing accidents in the access road and controlling the speed of
the vehicles transporting project material
7.10.2 Public health infrastructure
7.10.3 Communications infrastructure
7.10.4 Energy Infrastructure
7.10.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
7.11.1 Modify facility and activity locations to avoid significant archeological, cultural,
ceremonial and historic sites
7.11.2 If avoidance is not possible, conduct appropriate resource recovery operations
before disturbing the sites
7.11.3 Clearly delineate boundaries and post signs identifying existing archeological,
cultural and historic sites on roadsides and within the project area boundaries so
that they are easily recognized by the machinery operators and other workers
7.11.4 Development of a training program so that staff recognize and respect culturally
and archeological sensitive areas
Tables G-l, G-2 and G-5
G.2.4 Noise
Tables G-l and G-2
Tables G-l and G-2
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7.11.5 Development protocols for use during construction and operation stages for
identifying and responding to archeological, cultural, ceremonial and historic
sites not identified during the preliminary surveys
7.11.5.1 In the event such a site is found, they will stop activities at the site and
report to the government relocation of cultural or historical resources, for
their physical protection.
7.11.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.12 Land Use
7.12.1 Criteria and method for calculating compensation for loss of land and crops Tables G 1 and G 2
7.12.2 Compensation to farmers and ranchers for crop or forage losses and restore lost
agricultural lands at the end of the project.
7.12.3 Compensation to property owners for relocation of their homes in the event the
relocation is unavoidable.
7.12.4 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
8 Environmental Management Plan
The EIA shall include an Environmental Management Plan to prevent, mitigate and monitor each
impact identified in the EIA. Plans will describe actions to be taken in sufficient detail to provide a
basis for subsequent auditing of compliance with commitments made in the EIA process including who
is responsible, how and when it will be implemented, what will be done and what results will be
achieved, why it is being done, and how to know whether it is effective in addressing the underlying
concerns. The Environmental Management Plan shall have the following elements:
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
8.1.1 Describe the project management and how environmental management and
organization relates to overall project responsibility. Describe the personnel and
performance accountability system for design, operation, maintenance and
closure for implementation of mitigation and monitoring measures
8.1.2 Describe the environmental policy that will govern the Project throughout its
implementation, including at least the objectives, scope, commitment to
continuous improvement, control and environmental monitoring and good
relationship with neighboring populations and countries, as well as the
commitment to internal controls such as compliance and environmental
monitoring and routine audits
8.1.3 Identify the persons responsible for the implementation of mitigation measures,
in each phase
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It
has two elements:
8.2.1 Environmental resource mitigation (such as air, water)
8.2.2 Socio-economic-cultural mitigation (relocation, etc.)
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of Tables G-l and G-2
surface and ground water)
8.3.1 Short-term and long-term monitoring of resource condition, including but not
limited to:
8.3.1.1 Slope stability
8.3.1.2 Water Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
Parameters to be monitored
Monitoring frequencies
Sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.3 Air Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
The Parameters to be monitored
The monitoring frequencies
The sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.4 Noise and Vibration
8.3.1.5 Cultural, ceremonial archeological and historic resources in the vicinity of
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Tables G-l and G-2
H. Environmental
Management Plan
Table H-l
8.3.2 Short-term and long-term monitoring to ensure that the mitigation measures are
functioning as predicted and that rehabilitation is working
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control
and Infrastructure
This section should address management of critical elements of pollution control and infrastructure
that are not otherwise included in the mitigation plan because they were considered an essential part
of the proposed project.
8.5 Contingency Plans
Contingency plans shall be prepared and described to address a) failure to meet specific performance
criteria established by law or necessary for the project to meet its commitments in the EIA and b)
respond to natural and other risks previously identified and mitigated in the EIA in the event
reasonable and feasible mitigation measures to address the risks are inadequate.
8.5.1 Performance-related Contingency Plans, indicating the steps that will be taken
should monitoring indicate that:
8.5.1.1 Environmental standards are not being met
8.5.1.2 Impacts are greater than predicted
8.5.1.3 The mitigation measures and/or rehabilitation are not performing as
predicted
8.5.2 Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan (assumes that risk identification and risk
reduction have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.3 Other Risks Response Plans (assumes that risk identification and risk reduction
have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.4 Contingency plans for maintaining service or reducing downtime in the event of
accidents or natural catastrophes that disrupt facility operation
9 Signed Commitment Statement
The EIA shall contain a legally binding signed letter of commitment to meeting the terms of the EIA.
The statement must be signed by the authorized representative of the proponent company with
assurance that all financial surety measures as required by the regulatory agency have been met.
10 Annexes
These shall be numbered and duly referenced in the text.
10.1 Public Consultation
10.1.1 Public consultation plan
10.1.2 A summary of public outreach activities including: audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments
10.1.3 Summary of response to comments
10.1.4 Actual copies of written comments
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents
10.2.1 Include maps, plans, charts and figures in the sequence mentioned in the EIA
document
10.2.2 Zoning maps with resources and results of impacts
10.2.3 Special Studies if relevant but not readily accessible
10.2.4 Detailed materials on predictive tools/models and assumptions used for the
assessment but too detailed for the body of the EIA
10.3 References
Submit a list of all references, (books, articles, technical reports and other information sources) cited in
the various chapters of the EIA study with full biographic references, and the following conventional
procedures cited in the literature: author, year, title, source, number of pages, and city of publication
or issuance.
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PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW
These terms of reference (TOR) describe the minimum requirements for the development of the
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for proposed hydropower generation projects, designed to
generate and distribute electrical power. Both the TOR and the cross referenced "EIA Technical Review
Guidelines for Energy Power Generation and Transmission Projects" should be used to establish
minimally acceptable conditions for satisfying the requirement to submit an EIA. There are four
different TORs for energy projects which are designed with a common overview and distinct TORs for
different types of energy power generation and transmission. Part A, Overview, is common to all of
them but Part B is tailored respectively to: 1. Thermal/Combustion Power Generation Projects, 2.
Hydropower Generation Projects, 3. Other Renewable Energy Generation Projects, and 4. Transmission
Lines. The four TORs are structured to facilitate mixing and matching as appropriate to the purpose and
need for a proposed project and alternatives.
The basic format for the EIA document that should be followed is:
Table of Contents
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
Assessment of Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Commitment Statement
Annexes
In general, the EIA must identify and address:
Applicable environmental standards, norms, and requirements set forth at the international,
national, regional and/or local levels including those designed to meet the objectives of resource
management and/or land use plans that may be in effect in and around the jurisdiction(s) in which
you propose to develop the project and in which the proposed project might have a potential
impact. In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks that can be used in the
analysis and the basis for your selection. The guideline identifies standards in use by various
countries and international organizations in Appendix C.
Public/Stakeholder concerns related to impacts in and around the proposed project and alternatives
at least for stakeholders within the geographic scope of potential impact. The project proponent
should document specific steps taken to engage the public and other stakeholders, and engage
these publics as early as possible before undertaking to prepare the EIA. Concerned publics include:
local governments, persons living and working in the vicinity of the project, those with interests in
resources that may be affected i.e., indigenous peoples, and those concerned about protected areas
and prime agricultural lands. A summary of public outreach activities, audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments and actual copies of written
comments received should be included in the Annex.
All relevant plans related to the proposed energy project, for example, engineering and site
preparation plans, operations and decommissioning or closure, environmental management, and
mitigation in whatever form these may take.
All phases of the project from feasibility studies to site preparation to operations to closure and also
plans to expand capacity at the current or adjacent sites.
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Alternative approaches to meeting the purpose and need for the proposed energy project include
alternative siting, alternative configuration on the site, designing, constructing, operating and
decommissioning the project firstly to avoid and prevent, or secondly to reduce or minimize adverse
or improve beneficial environmental or socio-economic impacts. The EIA should assess as
appropriate the impacts of a range of representative reasonable and technically feasible alternatives
as well as the proposed project. The alternatives to the project must include a "no action"
alternative, indicating what would happen in the absence of the proposed project as well as
consideration of best practices that may not otherwise have been incorporated in the proposed
project. Other alternatives should be developed as needed to address significant issues with the
proposal.
Direct, indirect and cumulative impacts and their significance level.
Uncertainty and how that uncertainty will be addressed through monitoring and contingency plans
as may be needed to reduce risk of adverse impacts in the future.
Specific commitments, including who is responsible, what will be done, when and how it will be
monitored, reported and audited to confirm that commitments are met.
Finally, a key part of the TOR is obtaining a legally binding commitment from the project proponent that
the approved EIA will be implemented as presented. Such a commitment adds to the legal
enforceability of the outcomes of the EIA process.
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0 Table of Contents
A general Table of Contents for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) shall be provided. The
Table of Contents shall be organized in such a manner as to facilitate the use of the EIA by reviewers
and project implementers. ElAsfor larger projects should have a more detailed Table of Contents than
those for smaller projects. At a minimum, the Table of Contents shall include the following:
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
o Objectives and Justification
o Project Proponents
o Project Team
o Legal and Regulatory Framework
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
o Physical Environment
Geologic Resources
Soil Resources
Water Resources
Air and Climate
Noise and Vibration
Aesthetic Resources
o Biological Environment
Vegetation/Flora
Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitat
Protected Areas
o Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
Socio-Economic Conditions
Infrastructure
Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Land Use
Assessment of Impacts to resources described in the Environmental Setting
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
o Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
o Project-wide Mitigation Plan
o Project- wide Monitoring Plan
o Management of Other On- or Off-Site Pollution Controls and Infrastructure
o Contingency Plans
Performance-related Contingency Plan
Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan
Other Risk Response Plans
Signed Commitment Statement
Annexes
o Public Consultation
Public Consultation Plan
Summary of Public Outreach Activities
Summary of Responses to Comments
Copies of Written Comments
o Technical Supporting Materials
Maps and Plans, in the sequence mentioned in the EIA document
Charts and Figures
Details about predictive modeling used, calculations and assumptions
Special Studies
o References
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1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
All acronyms and abbreviations used in the EIA must be clearly and succinctly defined and described in
this section. This will relieve the reader of the need to search for the first occurrence of a word and the
citing of the acronym or abbreviation in the text.
2 Executive Summary
A general summary of the EIA shall be provided in this section. The summary shall be written using a
vocabulary that can be easily understood by the public. It shall include at least the following
information about the project from the EIA:
Objectives and Justification
Location
Project Proponents
Project Description
Other Project Alternatives
Environmental Setting
Anticipated Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Issues raised by stakeholders and any outstanding issues
3 General Information
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project
3.1.1 Objectives: A statement of the general and specific objectives (purpose) of the
proposed project, including whether it is a new project, an expansion of an
existing project (e.g., increase in land area or increase in annual production) or
modernization of an existing operation. C.2 Documentation of
3.1.2 Justification for the Project: Provide a justification for the proposed project Purpose and Need
(need) highlighting the benefits to surrounding communities and economic
development of the region and country.
3.2 Project Proponents
3.2.1 Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and applicable legal documentation of
proponents (including developers, major equipment suppliers if part of project
team, shareholders and providers of financing, and representatives).
3.2.2 Names and contact information for responsible parties within the organization.
3.2.3 Financial viability of the company (including a certified banking statement
indicating that the company is financially stable and reputable).
3.2.4 Bonding requirements and proof of ability to meet bonding requirements
sufficient to cover the anticipated costs of environmental management during all g ^ Financial Assurance
phases, as well as the costs, by a third party, of decommissioning and long-term
post-closure liabilities associated with the project.
3.3 Project Team
This section shall provide information on the multidisciplinary team that prepares the EIA. The types
of professionals included in the team shall be appropriate to the type of project and the type of
environment in which the project is located and may include (but not be limited to) engineers,
architects, biologists, geologists, hydrologists, air quality experts, archeologists, anthropologists,
sociologists and economists. The information provided for each member of the EIA project team
includes the following:
3.3.1 Names, addresses and registry numbers of contractors.
3.3.2 Names, contact information, qualifications and registry numbers of key
personnel involved in the study; as well as an affidavit indicating their area of
participation.
3.3.3 List of professionals/experts participating in the EIA, their areas of expertise,
degrees, experience, professional registrations and stamps, seals and signatures.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework
This section of the EIA shall define the legal framework under which the EIA is being completed listing
and summarizing requirements or alternatives used as benchmarks, and evidence of non-applicability
or compliance, including:
3.4.1 Information that demonstrates rights and access:
3.4.1.1 Ownership with written authorization
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3.4.1.2 Governmental authorization (if required)
3.4.1.3 Period of lease/permit
3.4.1.4 Maps showing the lease/permit area
3.4.2 Applicable environmental standards, norms and requirements set forth at the
international, national, regional and/or local levels
3.4.2.1 In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks used in the
analysis
3.4.3 Required regulatory approvals and/or permits for all stages and their status
3.4.4 Applicable land use requirements (demonstrate conformity and compliance with
applicable plans)
3.4.5 Applicable natural resource management or protected area management plans
and responsible agency(ies) (demonstrate conformity and compliance with all
applicable plans)
4 Project and Alternatives Description
The project proponent shall submit a full description and location of the proposed project and
reasonable alternatives including ancillary facilities and operations such as the camp/housing for
construction and operation phases, borrow and disposal areas, sanitary services, waste disposal and
transportation infrastructure, etc. as addressed through 4.1 to 4.3 below. It shall include at a
minimum:
4.1 Location
The general location of the project and associated activities in terms of:
4.1.1 Political-administrative location (region, district, town or other relevant political-
administrative units) with accompanying location map
4.1.2 Means of site access-i.e., by air, river, road, train or vehicle
4.1.3 Latitude and longitude of project area
4.1.4 Maps of project area at a scale of no less than 1:50,000 or as required by the
regulatory agency
4.1.4.1 Project plat plan and location on a fold-out 11" X 17" page.
4.1.4.2 Indicate the project area and the direct and indirect areas of influence for
the physical, biological and social-economic-cultural impacts
4.1.4.3 All drawings should present scale and key coordinates or benchmarks as
latitude/longitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates, or
local survey plate that can be cross-referenced to latitude/longitude or
UTM coordinates
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives
All project alternatives that are reasonable and feasible and meet the purpose and need for the
proposed project shall be identified, summarized in this section, and evaluated in the EIA as
appropriate. In addition to the proposed project, such alternatives include alternative locations,
alternative fuels, alternative site configuration of elements of the project, alternative size and output
capacity, and alternative plans for construction, operation and decommissioning of the power plant
including best practices that may avoid and/or reduce the adverse impacts to the physical, biological
or social-economic-cultural environments.
If the project area or the buffer zone of the project area for an alternative is in an ecologically fragile
are, the description of the alternative must include a clear justification for not opting for another site.
Identify which alternatives will be carried through the analysis in the EIA and the basis for that
decision.
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details
The EIA shall provide specific project details for the proposed project and each alternative as identified
in subsections 4.3.1 through 4.3.5. The level of detail presented shall be the same for the proposed
project and each alternative evaluated. The following project details shall be provided:
4.3.1 Project facilities
4.3.1.1 Type and nature of the hydropower project
Type (conventional, pump storage, dam/reservoir, diversion, run-of-
river, marine, hydrokinetic, etc.)
Capacity: maximum, minimum and average power output as MW,
and as MWhrs by month and season
4.3.1.2 Project operations
Description of how the project would operate (seasonally, monthly,
daily, hourly, as appropriate)
C. Proposed Project
Description and
Alternatives
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.3 Project and
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4.3.1.3 Design and engineering features of the main hydropower plant Description
Describe the composition, dimensions, and configuration of each of the
following: C.4 Project Alternatives
Intake
Describe the water point of intake in terms of: C.4.5 Hydropower
o Peak level in m above mean sea level (AMSL)
o Length in m Appendix A. What is
o Operation mechanisms such as grids, gates, useful volume, dead Energy Generation
volume etc. and Transmission?
Dam (if applicable)
o Type
o Height, height of crown and length in m
o Type and number of gates
Reservoir (if applicable) Table C-l
o Surface area
o Maximum and minimum operational pool level in m AMSL
o Total volume in m3
o Operational volume in m3
o Information on reservoir strata and limnology
o Sediment storage in m3
o Retention time
o Height-volume curve
o Lining (if applicable)
Power house
o Number and type of turbines
o Minimum and maximum hydraulic capacity of turbines
o Cooling system
o Generators
o Other special equipment
Tunnels and canals
o Lengths in km
o Cross sections indicating size in m and construction materials
Penstocks and pipelines
o Lengths in km
o Cross sections indicating size in m and construction materials
Transmission lines (any connections and new lines associated with the
hydropower project)
o Plans to connect to existing transmission lines
o New transmission lines (making following bullets a lower order
Line voltage
Total length of line in km
Minimum height of conductors over ground level
Width of the right of way in meters
Source
Destination
Number and types of towers
Height of towers
Number of circuits, stations and transformer yards
Points of interconnection between existing and new
Other works C.5 Electric Power
Describe additional works such as spillways, gates, fishways, Transmission
oscillation tanks or balance shafts, flow protection works,
infrastructure and flow metering equipment, water and power quality.
For hydrokinetic projects, the description does not need to include
any items listed above that are not pertinent, but should include the
physical composition, dimension, and general configuration of the
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4.3.1.4 Design Drawings for Project Facilities
Plan (overhead view)
Elevations (front view)
Profiles (side view)
Sections
4.3.1.5 Onsite Support Facilities
Location and design information - composition, dimensions, and
configuration including site drawing (digitized) showing project layout of
all project components and their relationship to each other for the
following:
Offices and onsite housing
Laboratories
Power generation
Storage
Repair shops
Fuel stations
Sanitary Facilities
Water supply
o Requirements (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources C.7 Onsite Support
o Distribution Facilities
Waste handling and disposal
Fencing
4.3.2 Access
4.3.2.1 Roads
Identify all new and existing roads to be used (including closed roads
that will be reopened, if applicable)
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
o Closed roads that will be reopened
Detailed information on any roads to be constructed or upgraded
o Location
o Timing of construction
o Road surface and shoulder width and barriers
o Grade
o Construction methods including clearing and grubbing
o Construction materials
o Compaction
o Stream crossings and associated designs
o Animal crossings C.6 Transportation
o Sedimentation and erosion prevention and control structures and Facilities
practices
o Stabilization methods for cuts and fills
o Typical elevations for each type and situation of road displaying
construction materials, levels of compaction and erosion and
sedimentation features
o Location and size (area and volume of material) of borrow pits
o Operation
o Closure plan
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
Dust control for construction and operation
Maintenance
Roster for construction and maintenance equipment, specifying type
and quantity by size, motor size, and fuel requirements
4.3.2.2 Other transport systems (if applicable)
Rail transport - Same as for Roads with the addition of:
o Tightest curves
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o Track construction materials
o Turnouts and sidings
o Railroad communications and signaling
Waterways
o Location, design, construction and operation of loading docks
o Rosters of boats used to move barges, specifying type and
quantity by: size, motor size, and fuel requirements
o Maintenance
Overland conveyors
o Location, design, construction and operation of conveyors
o Stream and road crossing designs to prevent falling debris
o Dust control for construction and operation
o Maintenance
4.3.3 Construction phase and timetable
4.3.3.1 Schedule for each phase of construction for all project and ancillary
facilities including, but not limited to:
Mobilization
Road construction and improvements
Land clearing
Blasting
Borrow and spoil disposal
Erosion and sediment control
Cofferdam construction and removal
Dewatering wells
Excavation and subgrade preparation
Foundation preparation
Concrete work
Construction or installation of each project facility
Embankment earthwork
Stabilization of disturbed areas
4.3.3.2 A GANTT or critical path management chart for the entire project, from
start to finish
4.3.3.3 Equipment
Equipment Roster specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor
size, and fuel requirements for each piece of equipment or machinery
used in each activity
Transportation mobilization and mobilization frequency
Machinery and equipment mobilization routes to be used, as well as
the features of the ways on which they will be transported, including a
map of routes, as applicable, and mobilization.
4.3.3.4 Labor during construction
Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire) by
field of expertise
Days per week
Hours per day
Shifts per day
4.3.3.5 Raw materials to be used for construction
Give a complete list of the raw materials and construction materials to
be used, indicating the amounts per day, month, and the storage
means
Include an inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances,
active elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.3.6 Construction camp (if applicable)
Description of the camp including but not limited to:
A map showing all facilities at a legible scale appropriate to the size of
the project
o Buildings by type (use) and size
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o Roads
o Electrical transmission lines and/or substation
o Drainage
Water supply and distribution
o Distribution system
o Use (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources
Waste handling and disposal components
o Sewers
o Wastewater treatment
o Solid waste facilities
Energy generation and use requirements
Closure or transition from construction camp to final onsite housing
4.3.4 Operation phase
4.3.4.1 Pre-operation Phase: reservoir filling plan (if appropriate) including, but
not limited to:
Proposed filling rate with definite hold periods for observation
Options to control filling
Schedule for inspection and evaluation of structures and
instrumentation
4.3.4.2 Operation information
Roster of equipment and machinery to be used during operation,
specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor size, and fuel
requirements for each activity
Labor during operation
o Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire)
by field of expertise
o Days per week
o Hours per day
o Shifts per day
Overall energy requirements and sources
Raw materials to be used for operation
o List of the raw materials to be used, indicating the amounts per
day, month, and the storage means
o Inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances, active
elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.5 Closure and decommissioning plan
If it becomes clear that closure will be required, or when the project nears the
end of its service life, the project operator shall contact the proper regulatory
agency(ies) to obtain the environmental guidelines to carry out the closure or
decommissioning.
4.3.5.1 The project description shall include at least a general Restoration and
Closure Plan, recognizing that terms of closure may be very different when
this phase approaches.
4.3.5.2 The description of restoration measures should include the size of the area
to be restored as well as concurrent, temporary and final restoration
measures to be used and their schedules. For each measure include:
Area to be addressed
Timing and schedule for executing measures
Equipment and structure removal or conversion
Remedial measures, including success indicators and contingency
measures if initial efforts are unsuccessful
C.9 Manpower and
Local Purchases
C.9 Manpower and
Local Purchases
C. 7 Onsite Support
Facilities
C.8 Closure and
Decommissioning
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5 Environmental Setting -,.,, D. Environmental
Based on information available from the literature, government and special studies or other sources,
the EIA shall provide information on environmental setting for the different types of physical, jetting
biological and social-economic-cultural environments for the current situation, important trends and
predicted situation in the absence of the proposed project. All sources of data must be cited in the EIA
when and where they are used. Indicate the direct and indirect and cumulative impact areas of
influence for physical, biological, and social-economic-cultural impacts and basis for defining area. This
section shall include at a minimum, the following information:
Physical Environment
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
5.1.1 Cross sections of the geology including soil horizons D.2 Physical
5.1.1.1 Geologic characteristics at all project facility locations and in the area of Environment
influence.
5.1.1.2 Geological map of the project area and area of influence at a scale of D.2.1 Geology and Soils
1:10,000.
Submit a map of the area displaying all characteristics described.
Include geological profiles and cuts, as well as stratigraphic columns.
5.1.2 Topography and slope conditions and geomorphology
5.1.3 Seismicity and stability characteristics
5.1.3.1 Indicate the general seismic and tectonic features of the surrounding
areas:
Seismic sources close to the project area
Seismic history
Maximum expected magnitudes intensity
Period of seismic repetition
Outcome of threats based on peak acceleration for the site
Periods of vibration of the site
Micro zoning in terms of the geological map
5.1.3.2 Volcanic activity (must be provided by all the projects that are located
within a radius of 30 km from an active volcanic emission center)
Indicate the general volcanic features of the area near the site
Historical eruptions
Period of recurrence
Type of eruptions
Affected areas and high risk areas
5.1.3.3 Describe project areas susceptible to soil liquefaction; planned, active, and
abandoned mines; karst terrain; and areas of potential ground failure,
such as subsidence, slumping, and landsliding
5.2 Soil Resources
The EIA shall describe baseline soil resources, and make use of maps, tables and accompanying
narrative text to describe the soils upstream, downstream and in the area of the project.
5.2.1 Types, capacity and uses
5.2.2 Fertility and potential uses of the land for agriculture D-2-1 Geology and Soils
5.2.3 Stability and permeability
5.2.4 Erosion and sedimentation potential
5.2.5 Quantity and quality available for revegetating and restoring the disturbed area
at time of closure
5.3 Water Resources
5.3.1 Surface water
5.3.1.1 Names and locations on maps of all permanent and intermittent streams,
rivers, wetlands, lakes and reservoirs within the area of influence
5.3.1.2 River mile designation or other reference point for the intake and
discharge points of the project
5.3.1.3 Area covered by the basin to the dam in square kilometers (km2) D.2.2 Water Resources
5.3.1.4 Area covered by the basin in km2 at the discharge area
5.3.1.5 Flow
The monthly minimum, mean and maximum recorded flows in m3/s
of the river at the diversion point or powerhouse intake (if no
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diversion), specifying any adjustments needed to account for
evaporation, dam leakage, minimum flow releases, or other
reductions in available flow
A monthly flow duration curve (i.e., flow exceedance curve) indicating
the period of record and location of gauging stations where data were
gathered to derive the curves
5.3.1.6 For any proposed or existing project reservoirs or lakes, surface area,
volume, maximum depth, mean depth, flushing rate, shoreline length,
substrate composition
5.3.1.7 Seasonal fluctuations in area and volume of wetlands, lakes and reservoirs
5.3.1.8 Delineation of watersheds and water drainage pattern in the area of
influence using cadastral/aerial/remote sensing satellite imageries (map)
Runoff characteristics of watersheds
5.3.1.9 Inventories of consumptive and non-consumptive use, especially those
who are in the floodplain between intake and discharge points and
downstream of the discharge
5.3.1.10 Surface water balance (existing withdrawal of surface water)
Existing uses by type and volume
Capacity
5.3.1.11 Riverbed gradient for downstream reaches directly affected by the
proposed project, including reaches bypassed by flow diversions
5.3.2 Groundwater
Provide a map and identify and describe aquifers and underground waters
adjacent to the project, indicating the depth of the water table along with trend
data:
5.3.2.1 Hydrogeologic characteristics of the area (vadose zone and aquifers)
Flow regime
Flow direction
Influences of geologic structures (faults, contacts, bedrock fracturing,
etc) and surface water bodies
5.3.2.2 Location and characteristics of all existing springs and wells in the area of
influence (on topographic map)
Flow/yield data for each spring and well (including water levels in
wells)
Depth and construction information for each well
Existing uses by type and volume
Capacity available
5.3.2.3 Groundwater recharge data
5.3.2.4 Groundwater potential yield
Availability
Water table levels (dry and rainy season)
5.3.3 Water quality
5.3.3.1 Existing water quality data
Locations of all water quality monitoring stations in and around the
project area (with direction and distance from the site)
Water quality data for each station for those parameters likely to be
affected by project construction, operation, or maintenance
Physical, chemical and biological water quality characteristics,
including water temperature and dissolved oxygen concentrations
For any proposed or existing project reservoirs or lakes, water
temperature and dissolved oxygen concentrations, including seasonal
vertical profiles
5.3.3.2 Supplemental sampling and analysis (if existing data is not adequate to
characterize water quality)
Sampling and Analysis Program in annex
Water quality information upstream of the reservoir, within the
reservoir, location of water intake, intermediary points between
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downstream from discharge point
Proposed locations of representative monitoring stations upstream
and downstream of proposed project activities
Monitoring program design with at least a year of baseline data being
collected
o Parameters (including as appropriate, physical, chemical, heavy
metals, radiological and biological)
o Frequency of collection
o Analytic methods
5.3.3.3 Surface water and groundwater standards that apply to the project
Current uses
Standards for current uses (in the absence of such standards, identify
a set of benchmarks used in the analysis)
5.4 Air and Climate
Baseline information for air resources shall be collected for at least one year or as required by the
regulatory agency and shall include at a minimum the following:
5.4.1 Climate and meteorology
5.4.1.1 Source of data (meteorological station(s) from which climatological data
have been obtained)
5.4.1.2 Temperature variations
5.4.1.3 Relative humidity
5.4.1.4 Solar radiation and evaporation rates
5.4.1.5 Rainfall (total precipitation, rainfall intensity and duration by month)
5.4.1.6 Wind rose (Wind direction and speed, 24 hourly data) D.2.3Air and Climate
5.4.1.7 Statistical analysis of the data
5.5 Noise and Vibration
Present a description of the noise and vibration levels for receptors near where noise generating
activities of the project may occur. The EIA shall include:
5.5.1 Location of monitoring stations
5.5.2 Daytime and night time noise levels (measured in decibels)
5.5.3 Inventory of existing noise sources
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
5.6.1 Photos presenting baseline panoramic views of the facility site from potential
receptors
5.6.2 Viewshedsor other aesthetic or landscape resources
5.6.3 Existing sources of light contamination D-2-4 Noise and
_...._. . Vibration
Biological Environment
The EIA shall provide detailed information on the location and condition of
ecosystems in and around the project area in the form of narrative, maps and
tables, including the following:
5.7 Vegetation/Flora
5.7.1 Vegetative mapping of terrestrial and wetland habitats (aquatic and marine if
appropriate) for project area, including in the area of transmission lines and any D.2.5 Aesthetic
downstream area affected by the project Resources
5.7.2 Species and structure (abundance, density, status, plant communities, presence
of invasive species, etc.)
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna D 3 Biological
5.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources 'Environment
5.8.1.1 Identification offish, mussel, macroinvertebrate and other aquatic species
Spatial and temporal distribution
Species life stage composition
Standing crop D.3.1 Flora
Age and growth data
Spawning run timing
Extent and location of spawning, rearing, feeding and wintering
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5.8.2 Wildlife Resources
5.8.2.1 Species (including status, i.e., endemic, migratory, exotic, endangered,
threatened, keystone, etc.), life history, and seasonal use
5.8.2.2 Breeding areas
5.8.2.3 Mating and brooding areas
5.8.2.4 Migratory corridors (if applicable)
5.8.2.5 Important wildlife use areas (roosts, clay licks, etc.)
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Much if not all that will be needed to address the environmental setting for terrestrial, wetlands,
aquatic and/or marine ecosystems will have been covered in Sections 5.7 and 5.8. This section is not
intended to duplicate that information; rather, it should integrate the information to ensure that the
structure and function of each ecosystem is adequately presented.
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats
Sections 5.7 and 5.8 should identify all species in the project area. This section should highlight all
endangered and threatened species and critical habitat that potentially occur in the vicinity of the
project.
5.11 Protected Areas
Identify on maps the specific locations and boundaries of relevant national parks, sanctuaries,
reserves, etc., as well as any areas proposed for protection. Provide a brief narrative description of
each area.
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions
Identify nearby human settlements including the following information for each settlement:
5.12.1 Population (size, gender and age distribution)
5.12.2 Cultural characteristics (religion, ethnic composition, languages spoken, etc.)
5.12.3 Economic activities (employers, employment and incomes)
5.12.4 Tax base
5.12.5 Crime rates
5.12.6 Literacy rates
5.12.7 Community organizations
5.12.8 Public Health and Safety
5.12.8.1 Diseases in the project area (including the sources of data and the
methodology used to collect and analyze the data)
5.12.8.2 Level of emergency services and access to clinics, doctors and hospitals
5.12.8.3 Existing practice for assessment of occupational health
5.12.8.4 Existing electromagnetic fields
5.12.9 Skills, services and goods availability in the communities
5.13 Infrastructure
For each human settlement identified in subsection 5.12, describe the infrastructure in or serving the
settlement, including the following information:
5.13.1 Transportation infrastructure
5.13.1.1 Roads
This section of the EIA addresses baseline conditions of transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. The EIA shall provide information on
following:
Location and condition of all existing roads
o Surface materials
o Erosion and sediment control
o Maintenance programs (what, when and whom)
Description of anticipated third-party improvements (government or
entity other than the proponent)
Traffic patterns and densities on roads within affected project vicinity
Safety levels and current circulation issues, and capacity
5.13.1.2 Airports or airstrips, and their capacity and trends in use
5.13.1.3 Other transportation infrastructure as applicable such as rail, pipelines,
harbors etc.
5.13.2 Public health infrastructure
5.13.2.1 Drinking water supplies and treatment
D.3.2 Fauna
D.3.3 Ecosystems
D.3.4 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats
D.3.5 Protected Areas
D.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
D.4.1 Socio-Economic
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5.13.2.2 Wastewater treatment and management
5.13.2.3 Solid and hazardous waste management and treatment
5.13.3 Communications Infrastructure
5.13.3.1 Types of communications systems
5.13.3.2 Types of transmission (wired or wireless)
5.13.3.3 Locations of transmission lines (if applicable)
5.13.3.4 Locations of microwave towers and/or antennae (if applicable)
5.13.4 Energy Infrastructure
5.13.4.1 Types of energy
5.13.4.2 Sources including location and description of generating facilities in the
area of influence
5.13.4.3 Transmission lines and/or pipelines
5.13.4.4 Fuel storage facilities
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Identify all cultural, archaeological, ceremonial and historic resources within the area of influence,
including the following information:
5.14.1 Data and maps relating to archeological, cultural, ceremonial, and historic sites in
the direct vicinity of the project
5.14.2 Information on indigenous people or other traditional cultures, if any
5.15 Land Use
Actual and potential showing location, size and proximity within and surrounding the project area,
including land use maps, and to extent possible, integrated into one map.
5.15.1 Population centers, including information and locations of
5.15.1.1 Schools
5.15.1.2 Cemeteries
5.15.1.3 Churches
5.15.1.4 Other public buildings
5.15.1.5 Housing (including housing density)
5.15.1.6 Commercial areas
5.15.2 Agricultural lands
5.15.3 Forested lands
5.15.4 Protected areas (including but not limited to)
5.15.4.1 National parks
5.15.4.2 Wildlife refuges
5.15.5 Wetlands and Mangroves
5.15.6 Other environmentally sensitive areas
5.15.7 Tourism and recreation areas
5.15.7.1 Recreation facilities
5.15.7.2 Eco-cultural-tourist locations
5.15.8 Culturally sensitive areas
5.15.9 Flood plains and water bodies
5.15.10 Coastal zones
5.15.11 Other land uses as appropriate
6 Assessment of Impacts
The EIA shall provide information on anticipated impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative) and the
magnitude and frequency of anticipated impacts on physical, biological, social-economic-cultural
resources resulting from construction, operation and closure of the proposed project and alternatives.
The assessment shall use standardized predictive methods, such as models, to determine the specific
range of impacts on environmental and socio-economic resources. The EIA shall identify which
impacts are significant and the criteria used to make this judgment. Critical data input from project
description and environmental setting analysis projecting the conditions in the environmental setting
in the absence of the proposed project shall be used as the baseline upon which anticipated impacts
are forecast. The EIA shall also identify sources of data used in the analysis and the uncertainties
associated with the outputs of each method used.
Physical Impacts
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
Anticipated impacts to geologic resources and potential effects on facility shall be described including
but not limited to the following:
6.1.1 Geologic hazards and potential effects on facility
D.4.3 Cultural,
Archeological,
Ceremonial and
Historic Resources
D.4.4 Land Use
E. Anticipated
Environmental
Impacts
F. Assessing Impacts:
Predictive Tools and
Considerations
Appendix F. Asian
Development Bank
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6.1.2 Dam failure
6.1.3 Impacts on mineral resources (current/future mining)
6.1.4 Changes in topography and drainage patterns
6.1.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.2 Soil Resources
Anticipated impacts to soil resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.2.1 Erosion, slope alteration, vegetation removal and drainage patterns
6.2.1.1 Models for soil erosion should be included using methods like USLE,
defining the areas with high erosion potential
6.2.1.2 Sediment accumulation and transport
6.2.1.3 Sediment and hazardous waste removal and disposal
6.2.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.3 Water Resources
Anticipated impacts to surface water and groundwater shall be described including but not limited to
the following:
6.3.1 Geomorphology
6.3.1.1 Location of all stream or wetland crossings by right-of-ways and access
roads.
6.3.1.2 Modification/diversion in the existing drainage pattern
6.3.1.3 Downstream scouring and upstream head cutting
6.3.1.4 Bank erosion (surface water discharges, stream crossings and dredging)
6.3.1.5 Potential for increased flash flooding
6.3.2 Quantity
6.3.2.1 Water bodies likely to be created or dewatered (e.g., bypass stretches)
6.3.2.2 Impact of water diversion on surface water and groundwater, including
specific uses
Model results
Water table levels
Well production
Spring and stream flows
6.3.2.3 Effects of dams on downstream seepage
6.3.3 Quality
6.3.3.1 Effects of project construction and operation on water quality parameters
in the existing or newly formed reservoir, within any bypassed reaches,
downstream areas and groundwater, including the results of any water
quality modeling
Description of effects due to runoff, erosion, and sedimentation from
roads, disturbed areas, and stream crossings, including sources,
receiving waters, and effects on physical, chemical, and biological
parameters
Description of impact from wastewater discharges (if applicable)
Description of effects of project operations on dissolved oxygen and
total dissolved gas concentrations, and other parameters
6.3.3.2 Spills and accidents, including hazardous waste and fuel spills
6.3.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.4 Air and Climate
Anticipated impacts to air resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.4.1 Impacts on ambient air quality
6.4.1.1 Sources (e.g., windblown dust and fixed and mobile equipment emissions)
6.4.1.2 Concentrations
6.4.1.3 Receptors (e.g., communities, schools, water bodies, ecosystems)
Assessment Checklists
E.2 Physical
Environment
Tables E-l and E-2
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
Appendix D: Erosion and
Sedimentation
E.2.2 Water Resources
F.5 Water Resource
Impact Assessment
Tools
Tables F-l and F-2
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6.4.1.4 Greenhouse gas generation.
6.4.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.5 Noise and Vibration
Anticipated impacts from noise shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.5.1 Noise modeling
6.5.1.1 Basis for model selection
6.5.1.2 Input requirements
6.5.1.3 Modeling results
6.5.2 Potential noise levels at different representative sites in the project area and in
communities near the project area
6.5.3 Potential vibration due to blasting and movement of heavy equipment, and
related damage to materials and structures
6.5.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
Anticipated impacts to Aesthetic Resources, including light pollution, shall be described including but
not limited to the following:
6.6.1 Impacts on visual resources and landscapes
6.6.2 Increases in light contamination
6.6.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
Biologic Impacts
Anticipated impacts to biological resources shall be described including but not
limited to the following:
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in vegetative cover due to:
6.7.1 Deforestation or wetlands destruction
6.7.2 Inundation of vegetated areas by reservoirs (if applicable)
6.7.3 Other vegetative type conversions
6.7.3.1 Direct vegetative removal
6.7.3.2 Indirect (e.g., poisoning by dust and air contaminants)
6.7.4 Operational effects on plant communities (reservoir fluctuations and changes in
flow regime)
6.7.5 Wildfires
6.7.6 Increased road access in remote areas leading to destruction of existing
vegetative cover (land use changes)
6.7.7 Spread of noxious or invasive species
6.7.8 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in aquatic and terrestrial wildlife populations due to:
6.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
6.8.1.1 Loss or gains in habitat (e.g., spawning, rearing, juvenile, or adult habitats)
from changes in flow releases, reservoir storage, and flow diversions,
including the effects of any associated changes in water temperature and
dissolved gas and dissolved oxygen concentrations
6.8.1.2 Disturbance of aquatic resources during construction, operations, or
maintenance activities, including equipment noise, erosion and
sedimentation, vehicular movements, or blasting
6.8.1.3 Entrainment and turbine mortality effects on fish populations in the
project area
£.2.3 Air Resources
F.6 Air Resources Impact
Assessment Tools
Table F-3
£.2.4 Noise and
Vibration
F. 7 Noise Impact
Assessment Tools
£.2.5 Aesthetic
Resources
F.8 Aesthetic and Visual
Resources Impact
Assessment Tools
Table F-4
E.3 Biological
Environment
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
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6.8.1.4 Entrapment of large woody debris and stream gravel in reservoirs and
associated effects on downstream fish habitats
6.8.1.5 Effects of project-induced recreational activities on fish habitats and fish
populations
Competing flows (i.e., flows for recreation versus flows for fish
habitat)
Disturbance of spawning of spawning and other habitats (noise,
vibration, direct contact of habitat from wading and other in-water
activities, etc.)
6.8.2 Wildlife Resources
6.8.2.1 Loss of habitat, migratory routes/corridors, and breeding areas due to
changes in vegetative cover/wetlands loss, reservoir fluctuations, and
changes in flow regime
6.8.2.2 Disturbance of habitat, migratory routes/corridors and breeding areas due
to project construction, operation, and maintenance, recreational use, and
human settlement associated with the project (e.g., noise, vibration,
illumination, vehicular movement)
6.8.2.3 Loss or contamination of drinking water for wildlife species
6.8.2.4 Poisoning (e.g., air emissions, direct contact with toxic waster/substances)
6.8.2.5 Animals attracted to garbage and food waste at construction camps or
onsite facilities
6.8.2.6 Electrocution of large birds
6.8.2.7 Increased hunting
6.8.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats
Describe and quantify impacts to endangered or threatened species or habitats
6.9.1 Biodiversity
6.9.2 Individual species (with special emphasis on endemic, rare, threatened and
endangered species)
6.9.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.10 Protected Areas
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
The EIA shall assess anticipated positive and negative impacts to social-
economic-cultural resources including but not limited to the following:
6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions
6.11.1 Increased individual incomes
6.11.1.1 Direct employment at the project
6.11.1.2 Indirect employment generated by project activities
6.11.1.3 Increased purchases from local businesses
6.11.1.4 Other economic activities stimulated in the community as a result of the
project
6.11.2 Employment opportunities for local residents
6.11.3 Increased tax base
6.11.4 Displacement and relocation of current settlements, residents or community
resources
6.11.5 Displacement or disruption of people's livelihoods (e.g., fishing, hunting, grazing,
farming, forestry and tourism)
6.11.6 Public finance requirements-will more infrastructure need to be built and
maintained to meet the demands of increased population in the areas of public
education and public service (water, sanitation, roads, emergency services, etc.)
6.11.7 Reduction in quality of life for residents from visual and noise impacts
6.11.8 Change in crime rate (drugs, alcohol, prostitution, etc.)
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
Table F-5
£.3.2 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats and
Protected Areas
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
E.4.1 Socio-Economic
Conditions
F.10 Socio-Economic-
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6.11.9 Change in population (temporary or permanent)
6.11.10 Change in character of community
6.11.11 Potential hazard to the public from facility components resulting from
accidents or natural catastrophes and how these events will affect reliability
6.11.12 Hazards, environmental impact and service interruptions which could
reasonably ensure from failure of proposed facilities
6.11.13 Change in religious, ethnic or cultural makeup of community
6.11.14 Impacts on public health
6.11.14.1 Creation of new electromagnetic fields near residences, including their
strength and extent
6.11.14.2 Water-related vector diseases (malaria, dengue, etc.)
6.11.14.3 Health impacts of pesticide and fertilizer use
6.11.15 Impacts on worker health and safety
6.11.15.1 Identification of hazardous jobs and number of workers exposed with
duration of exposure
6.11.15.2 Occupational diseases due to exposure to dust and other project related
activities such as handling of explosives, solvents, petroleum products,
etc.
6.11.15.3 Identification of physical risks and safety aspects
6.11.16 Potential for fires
6.11.17 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts
for all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude,
frequency, scope and duration in context
6.12 Infrastructure
6.12.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses impacts of transportation and traffic patterns on existing roads.
The impacts of new and existing roads on water quality, biological resources and land use should C.4.Z Infrastructure
be addressed in those respective sections. The EIA shall assess anticipated impacts to
transportation systems including but not limited to the following: F.10 SoCIO-Economic-
6.12.1.1 Potential changes to traffic patterns, densities, and traffic safety issues in Cultural Impact
area affected by project Assessment Tools
A determination of vehicular traffic density in the project area (before,
during, and after the proposed activities)
Potential for traffic accidents
Congestion
Noise
6.12.1.2 Potential impacts to previously inaccessible areas from improvement of
roads
6.12.2 Public health infrastructure
6.12.2.1 Increased need for public health infrastructure
6.12.2.2 Alterations to public health infrastructure
6.12.3 Communications infrastructure
6.12.3.1 Increased need for communications infrastructure
6.12.3.2 Alterations to communications infrastructure
6.12.4 Energy infrastructure
6.12.4.1 Increased need for energy infrastructure
6.12.4.2 Alterations to energy infrastructure
6.12.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context £.4.3 Cultural,
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources Archeological,
6.13.1 Destruction during construction Ceremonial and
6.13.2 Damage and alteration Historic ^sources
6.13.3 Removal from historic location
6.13.4 Introduction of visual or audible elements that diminish integrity F.lOSocio-Economic-
6.13.5 Neglect that causes deterioration Cultural Impact
6.13.6 Loss of medicinal plants Assessment Tools
6.13.7 Loss of access to traditional use areas
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roads
6.13.9 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.14 Land Use
6.14.1 Changes in land use by both area and location
7 Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
This section of the EIA must include measures designed to mitigate potential adverse impacts to
physical, biological and social-economic-cultural resources from construction, operation and closure of
the proposed project and alternatives. These shall include measures to avoid and prevent, and if
needed, to reduce or minimize adverse impacts. The project proponent must include measures
considered to be "best practices" in the design of all alternatives.
Here and/or in the Environmental Management Plan section, proposed mitigation shall be described in
auditable terms and at a level of detail sufficient to demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing the
concern or performance criterion, including its anticipated level of effectiveness and/or measurable
performance, and design specifications.
The monitoring plan must include monitoring throughout the life of the project for each potential
mitigation to confirm the effectiveness of the measure and support contingency plans to provide
assurance that the project, at the site preparation, construction, operation, expansion, and closure
stages will meet applicable environmental requirements/standards by law, and fall within the limits of
impacts deemed acceptable upon approval of the EIA. Some important items to address in the
mitigation plan and associated monitoring plans include, but are not limited to the following:
Physical Impacts
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
7.1.1 Pre-excavation, onsite geological inspection and geotechnical study protocols to
determine slope stability and landslide risks
7.1.2 Slopes built and maintained to avoid landslides and favor revegetation and soils
formation
7.1.3 Slope stabilization by constructing retaining walls, using vegetation, geotextile
membranes, or other mechanical methods
7.1.4 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.1.5 Use of signageto mark areas where slopes are not stable as a preventive
measure in the event of a landslide
7.1.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.2 Soil Resources
7.2.1 Topsoil management measures including specifically future use for agriculture
7.2.2 Erosion and sediment temporary and permanent control measures including
when each will be installed or implemented, how often it will be checked and the
process for and timing of removal of temporary measures
7.2.3 Spoil and disposal measures
7.2.4 Best management practices to minimize soil disturbance
7.2.5 Decommissioning/Rehabilitation Plan-if needed (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.2.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.3 Water Resources
7.3.1 Quality
7.3.1.1 Water Quality Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
Project operation measures including minimum flows, aeration, flow
energy dissipation, or modification of the intake withdrawal depth
Sewage and domestic wastewater
Nonpoint sources - runoff, erosion and sediment control prevention
measures
7.3.1.2 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
£.4.4 Land Use
F.10 Socio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
G. Mitigation and
Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
Oversight
G.5A uditable and
Enforceable
Commitment
Language
Tables G-l and G-2
Tables G-l and G-2
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7.3.1.3 Solid Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.1.4 Hazardous Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.3.1.5 Transport system construction and maintenance to avoid erosion and
sedimentation including:
Elevation or rerouting
Design for proper run-off control and catchment
Provision of culverts to allow flow that might otherwise be impeded
by roadways or other rights of way
Appropriate traffic control
7.3.1.6 Off-road vehicle use restrictions
7.3.1.7 Waste minimization practices
7.3.2 Quantity
7.3.2.1 Operational measures, such minimum flows or reservoir level fluctuation
limits, to protect important species
7.3.2.2 Use of guaranteed stream maintenance flow device to guarantee release
of minimum agreed upon flow
7.3.2.3 Flow gauging to monitor water quantity
7.3.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.4 Air and Climate Resources
7.4.1 Dust control measures
7.4.2 Emissions control measures
7.4.2.1 Emissions reduction equipment
7.4.2.2 Maintenance and inspection of equipment and vehicles using combustion
engines to reduce emissions
7.4.3 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.4 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.5 Noise and Vibration
7.5.1 Noise control measures
7.5.1.1 Noise reduction technologies (suppression equipment, sound-absorbing
structures, vibration dampening devices, berms, noise barriers, etc.)
7.5.1.2 Rerouting of traffic and other infrastructure related activities to minimize
impacts of noise and vibration
7.5.1.3 Time of day limitations on blasting and movement of heavy equipment
when in close proximity to houses not being operated during evening
hours
7.5.2 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.5.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
7.6.1 Relocation of facilities to another site
7.6.2 Redesign of placement of facilities on site
7.6.3 Redesign height and location of structures blocking view or light
7.6.4 Lighting minimization
7.6.5 Visual/Landscape Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.6.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Biological Impacts
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
7.7.1 Control of noxious and invasive weeds
7.7.2 Surface water diversion limitations to maintain in-stream values
7.7.3 Measures to compensate for loss or damage of forests, wetlands or other critical
G.2.2 Process and
Wastewater
Discharges
G.5.2 Hydropower
Example
Tables G-l and G-2
G.2.3 Air Emissions from
Fossil Fuel- and
Biomass-Fired Plants
Tables G-l, G-2 and G-5
G.2.4 Noise
Tables G-l and G-2
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ecosystems, including establishment of new protected areas
7.7.4 Restoration/Rehabilitation Plan for disturbed areas (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.7.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
o11,fl u , u ,- G.5.2HydropoWer
7.8.1.1 Control of mstream flows, powerhouse discharge rates (i.e., ramping Examole
rates), and reservoir levels
7.8.1.2 Fish passage, intake screening, tailrace screens
7.8.1.3 Artificial propagation offish and other aquatic species
7.8.1.4 Large woody debris or gravel management
7.8.1.5 Habitat enhancement (e.g., creation of pools)
7.8.1.6 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species
7.8.1.7 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important fish life history
periods (e.g., spawning)
7.8.1.8 Flow gauging and water quality monitoring
7.8.1.9 Recreation use and associated fish monitoring (e.g., evaluate the effects of
boating releases on fish spawning)
7.8.1.10 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.1.11 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8.2 Wildlife Resources
7.8.2.1 Controls on hunting within the project area
7.8.2.2 Modify facility and activity locations and timing to avoid critical
ecosystems, migratory routes and breeding areas
7.8.2.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important wildlife history
periods (e.g., breeding, nesting)
7.8.2.4 Transmission line design to minimize or avoid electrocution of raptors and
other large birds
7.8.2.5 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species
7.8.2.6 Blasting plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.2.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions Tables G~1 and G~2
7.9.1 Selection of an alternate site for the project, and if not possible then adhering to
requirements of an internationally recognized Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)
7.9.2 Rehabilitation Program for people displaced by the project (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.9.3 Training local residents for employment in the project
7.9.4 Development of a "Code of Conduct" (with associated training program) for
workers to show respect to the local populations and their culture and social
rules
7.9.5 Measures proposed to protect public from failure of proposed facilities
7.9.6 Design and operational measures to avoid or reduce risk
7.9.7 Measures to exclude public from hazardous areas
7.9.8 Public Health Program to protect local population from potential health
problems caused by the project operation (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.9.9 Development of an Occupational Health, Industrial Safety and Accidents
Prevention Program with appropriate accident prevention program, reporting
and periodic review (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex) including provision of routine training and testing, and proper safety
equipment such as hearing protection, hardhats, steel-toed shoes, safety railings,
fall arrestors, sensors for notification on reaching of warning and action limits for
exposure to hazardous gases and liquids or impending catastrophic failures.
7.9.10 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
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7.9.11 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.12 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.10 Infrastructure
7.10.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses mitigation measures for transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. Mitigation of impacts of new and existing
roads on water quality and biological resources and land use should be
addressed in those respective sections.
7.10.1.1 Transportation Plan (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
Placement of traffic signals
Establishing, posting and enforcing speed limits for the vehicles that
transport material
Training employees, contractors and subcontractors on measures to
reduce or avoid potential accidents
Hiring and training security personnel devoted exclusively to
preventing accidents in the access road and controlling the speed of
the vehicles transporting project material
7.10.2 Public health infrastructure
7.10.3 Communications infrastructure
7.10.4 Energy Infrastructure
7.10.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
7.11.1 Modify facility and activity locations to avoid significant archeological, cultural,
ceremonial and historic sites
7.11.2 If avoidance is not possible, conduct appropriate resource recovery operations
before disturbing the sites
7.11.3 Clearly delineate boundaries and post signs identifying existing archeological,
cultural and historic sites on roadsides and within the project area boundaries so
that they are easily recognized by the machinery operators and other workers
7.11.4 Development of a training program so that staff recognize and respect culturally
and archeological sensitive areas
7.11.5 Development protocols for use during construction and operation stages for
identifying and responding to archeological, cultural, ceremonial and historic
sites not identified during the preliminary surveys
7.11.5.1 In the event that such a site is found, they will stop activities at the site
and report to the government relocation of cultural or historical
resources, for their physical protection.
7.11.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.12 Land Use
7.12.1 Criteria and method for calculating compensation for loss of land and crops
7.12.2 Compensation to farmers and ranchers for crop or forage losses and restore lost
agricultural lands at the end of the project.
7.12.3 Compensation to property owners for relocation of their homes in the event the
relocation is unavoidable.
7.12.4 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
8 Environmental Management Plan
The EIA shall include an Environmental Management Plan to prevent, mitigate and monitor each
impact identified in the EIA. Plans will describe actions to be taken in sufficient detail to provide a
basis for subsequent auditing of compliance with commitments made in the EIA process including who
is responsible, how and when it will be implemented, what will be done and what results will be
achieved, why it is being done, and how to know whether it is effective in addressing the underlying
concerns. The Environmental Management Plan shall have the following elements:
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
8.1.1 Describe the project management and how environmental management and
Tables G-l and G-2
H. Environmental
Management Plan
Table H-l
G. Mitigation and
Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
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organization relates to overall project responsibility. Describe the personnel and
performance accountability system for design, operation, maintenance and
closure for implementation of mitigation and monitoring measures Table H-l
8.1.2 Describe the environmental policy that will govern the Project throughout its
implementation, including at least the objectives, scope, commitment to
continuous improvement, control and environmental monitoring and good
relationship with neighboring populations and countries, as well as the
commitment to internal controls such as compliance and environmental
monitoring and routine audits
8.1.3 Identify the persons responsible for the implementation of mitigation measures,
in each phase
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It
has two elements:
8.2.1 Environmental resource mitigation (such as air, water)
8.2.2 Socio-economic-cultural mitigation (relocation, etc.)
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of
surface and ground water)
8.3.1 Short-term and long-term monitoring of resource condition, including but not
limited to:
8.3.1.1 Slope stability
8.3.1.2 Water Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
Parameters to be monitored
Monitoring frequencies
Sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.3 Air Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
The Parameters to be monitored
The monitoring frequencies
The sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.4 Noise and Vibration
8.3.1.5 Cultural, ceremonial archeological and historic resources in the vicinity of
the mine
8.3.2 Short-term and long-term monitoring to ensure that the mitigation measures are
functioning as predicted and that rehabilitation is working
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control
and Infrastructure
This section should address management of critical elements of pollution control and infrastructure
that are not otherwise included in the mitigation plan because they were considered an essential part
of the proposed project.
8.5 Contingency Plans
Contingency plans shall be prepared and described to address a) failure to meet specific performance
criteria established by law or necessary for the project to meet its commitments in the EIA and b)
respond to natural and other risks previously identified and mitigated in the EIA in the event
reasonable and feasible mitigation measures to address the risks are inadequate.
8.5.1 Performance-related Contingency Plans, indicating the steps that will be taken
should monitoring indicate that:
8.5.1.1 Environmental standards are not being met
8.5.1.2 Impacts are greater than predicted
8.5.1.3 The mitigation measures and/or rehabilitation are not performing as
predicted
8.5.2 Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan (assumes that risk identification and risk
reduction have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.3 Other Risks Response Plans (assumes that risk identification and risk reduction
have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.4 Contingency plans for maintaining service or reducing downtime in the event of
accidents or natural catastrophes that disrupt facility operation
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9 Signed Commitment Statement
The EIA shall contain a legally binding signed letter of commitment to meeting the terms of the EIA.
The statement must be signed by the authorized representative of the proponent company with
assurance that all financial surety measures as required by the regulatory agency have been met.
10 Annexes
These shall be numbered and duly referenced in the text. g 2 pufa//c partjcjpatjon
10.1 Public Consultation
10.1.1 Public consultation plan
10.1.2 A summary of public outreach activities including: audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments
10.1.3 Summary of response to comments
10.1.4 Actual copies of written comments
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents
10.2.1 Include maps, plans, charts and figures in the sequence mentioned in the EIA
document
10.2.2 Zoning maps with resources and results of impacts
10.2.3 Special Studies if relevant but not readily accessible
10.2.4 Detailed materials on predictive tools/models and assumptions used for the
assessment but too detailed for the body of the EIA
10.3 References
Submit a list of all references, (books, articles, technical reports and other information sources) cited in
the various chapters of the EIA study with full biographic references, and the following conventional
procedures cited in the literature: author, year, title, source, number of pages, and city of publication
or issuance.
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GENERATION PROJECTS
A. OVERVIEW
These terms of reference (TOR) describe the minimum requirements for the development of the
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for proposed wind, solar and geothermal energy generation
projects. Both the TOR and the cross referenced "EIA Technical Review Guidelines for Energy Power
Generation and Transmission Projects" should be used to establish minimally acceptable conditions for
satisfying the requirement to submit an EIA. There are four different TORs for energy projects which are
designed with a common overview and distinct TORs for different types of energy power generation and
transmission. Part A, Overview, is common to all of them but Part B is tailored respectively to: 1.
Thermal/Combustion Power Generation Projects, 2. Hydropower Generation Projects, 3. Other
Renewable Energy Generation Projects, and 4. Transmission Lines. The four TORs are structured to
facilitate mixing and matching as appropriate to the purpose and need for a proposed project and
alternatives.
The basic format for the EIA document that should be followed is:
Table of Contents
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
Assessment of Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Commitment Statement
Annexes
In general, the EIA must identify and address:
Applicable environmental standards, norms, and requirements set forth at the international,
national, regional and/or local levels including those designed to meet the objectives of resource
management and/or land use plans that may be in effect in and around the jurisdiction(s) in which
you propose to develop the project and in which the proposed project might have a potential
impact. In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks that can be used in the
analysis and the basis for your selection. The guideline identifies standards in use by various
countries and international organizations in Appendix C.
Public/Stakeholder concerns related to impacts in and around the proposed project and alternatives
at least for stakeholders within the geographic scope of potential impact. The project proponent
should document specific steps taken to engage the public and other stakeholders, and engage
these publics as early as possible before undertaking to prepare the EIA. Concerned publics include:
local governments, persons living and working in the vicinity of the project, those with interests in
resources that may be affected i.e., indigenous peoples, and those concerned about protected areas
and prime agricultural lands. A summary of public outreach activities, audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments and actual copies of written
comments received should be included in the Annex.
All relevant plans related to the proposed energy project, for example, engineering and site
preparation plans, operations and decommissioning or closure, environmental management, and
mitigation in whatever form these may take.
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All phases of the project from feasibility studies to site preparation to operations to closure and also
plans to expand capacity at the current or adjacent sites.
Alternative approaches to meeting the purpose and need for the proposed energy project include
alternative siting, alternative configuration on the site, designing, constructing, operating and
decommissioning the project firstly to avoid and prevent, or secondly to reduce or minimize adverse
or improve beneficial environmental or socio-economic impacts. The EIA should assess as
appropriate the impacts of a range of representative reasonable and technically feasible alternatives
as well as the proposed project. The alternatives to the project must include a "no action"
alternative, indicating what would happen in the absence of the proposed project as well as
consideration of best practices that may not otherwise have been incorporated in the proposed
project. Other alternatives should be developed as needed to address significant issues with the
proposal.
Direct, indirect and cumulative impacts and their significance level.
Uncertainty and how that uncertainty will be addressed through monitoring and contingency plans
as may be needed to reduce risk of adverse impacts in the future.
Specific commitments, including who is responsible, what will be done, when and how it will be
monitored, reported and audited to confirm that commitments are met.
Finally, a key part of the TOR is obtaining a legally binding commitment from the project proponent that
the approved EIA will be implemented as presented. Such a commitment adds to the legal
enforceability of the outcomes of the EIA process.
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0 Table of Contents
A general Table of Contents for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) shall be provided. The
Table of Contents shall be organized in such a manner as to facilitate the use of the EIA by reviewers
and project implementers. ElAsfor larger projects should have a more detailed Table of Contents than
those for smaller projects. At a minimum, the Table of Contents shall include the following:
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
o Objectives and Justification
o Project Proponents
o Project Team
o Legal and Regulatory Framework
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
o Physical Environment
Geologic Resources
Soil Resources
Water Resources
Air and Climate
Noise and Vibration
Aesthetic Resources
o Biological Environment
Vegetation/Flora
Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitat
Protected Areas
o Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
Socio-Economic Conditions
Infrastructure
Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Land Use
Assessment of Impacts to resources described in the Environmental Setting
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
o Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
o Project-wide Mitigation Plan
o Project- wide Monitoring Plan
o Management of Other On- or Off-Site Pollution Controls and Infrastructure
o Contingency Plans
Performance-related Contingency Plan
Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan
Other Risk Response Plans
Signed Commitment Statement
Annexes
o Public Consultation
Public Consultation Plan
Summary of Public Outreach Activities
Summary of Responses to Comments
Copies of Written Comments
o Technical Supporting Materials
Maps and Plans, in the sequence mentioned in the EIA document
Charts and Figures
Details about predictive modeling used, calculations and assumptions
Special Studies
o References
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All acronyms and abbreviations used in the EIA must be clearly and succinctly defined and described in
this section. This will relieve the reader of the need to search for the first occurrence of a word and the
citing of the acronym or abbreviation in the text.
2 Executive Summary
A general summary of the EIA shall be provided in this section. The summary shall be written using a
vocabulary that can be easily understood by the public. It shall include at least the following
information about the project from the EIA:
Objectives and Justification
Location
Project Proponents
Project Description
Other Project Alternatives
Environmental Setting
Anticipated Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Issues raised by stakeholders and any outstanding issues
3 General Information
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project
3.1.1 Objectives: A statement of the general and specific objectives (purpose) of the
proposed project, including whether it is a new project, an expansion of an
existing project (e.g., increase in land area or increase in annual production) or
modernization of an existing operation.
3.1.2 Justification for the Project: Provide a justification for the proposed project C.2 Documentation of
(need) highlighting the benefits to surrounding communities and economic Purpose and Need
development of the region and country.
3.2 Project Proponents
3.2.1 Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and applicable legal documentation of
proponents (including developers, major equipment suppliers if part of project
team, shareholders and providers of financing, and representatives).
3.2.2 Names and contact information for responsible parties within the organization.
3.2.3 Financial viability of the company (including a certified banking statement
indicating that the company is financially stable and reputable).
3.2.4 Bonding requirements and proof of ability to meet bonding requirements
sufficient to cover the anticipated costs of environmental management during all
phases, as well as the costs, by a third party, of decommissioning and long-term
post-closure liabilities associated with the project. G 4 Financia| Assurance
3.3 Project Team
This section shall provide information on the multidisciplinary team that prepares the EIA. The types
of professionals included in the team shall be appropriate to the type of project and the type of
environment in which the project is located and may include (but not be limited to) engineers,
architects, biologists, geologists, hydrologists, air quality experts, archeologists, anthropologists,
sociologists and economists. The information provided for each member of the EIA project team
includes the following:
3.3.1 Names, addresses and registry numbers of contractors.
3.3.2 Names, contact information, qualifications and registry numbers of key
personnel involved in the study; as well as an affidavit indicating their area of
participation.
3.3.3 List of professionals/experts participating in the EIA, their areas of expertise,
degrees, experience, professional registrations and stamps, seals and signatures.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework
This section of the EIA shall define the legal framework under which the EIA is being completed listing
and summarizing requirements or alternatives used as benchmarks, and evidence of non-applicability
or compliance, including:
3.4.1 Information that demonstrates rights and access:
3.4.1.1 Ownership with written authorization
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3.4.1.2 Governmental authorization (if required)
3.4.1.3 Period of lease/permit
3.4.1.4 Maps showing the lease/permit area
3.4.2 Applicable environmental standards, norms and requirements set forth at the
international, national, regional and/or local levels
3.4.2.1 In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks used in the
analysis
3.4.3 Required regulatory approvals and/or permits for all stages and their status
3.4.4 Applicable land use requirements (demonstrate conformity and compliance with
applicable plans)
3.4.5 Applicable natural resource management or protected area management plans
and responsible agency(ies) (demonstrate conformity and compliance with all
applicable plans)
4 Project and Alternatives Description
The project proponent shall submit a full description and location of the proposed project and
reasonable alternatives including ancillary facilities and operations such as the camp/housing for
construction and operation phases, borrow and disposal areas, sanitary services, waste disposal and
transportation infrastructure, etc. as addressed through 4.1 to 4.3 below. It shall include at a
minimum:
4.1 Location
The general location of the project and associated activities in terms of:
4.1.1 Political-administrative location (region, district, town or other relevant political-
administrative units) with accompanying location map
4.1.2 Means of site access-i.e., by air, river, road, train or vehicle
4.1.3 Latitude and longitude of project area
4.1.4 Maps of project area at a scale of no less than 1:50,000 or as required by the
regulatory agency
4.1.4.1 Project plat plan and location on a fold-out 11" X 17" page.
4.1.4.2 Indicate the project area and the direct and indirect areas of influence for
the physical, biological and social-economic-cultural impacts
4.1.4.3 All drawings should present scale and key coordinates or benchmarks as
latitude/longitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates, or
local survey plate that can be cross-referenced to latitude/longitude or
UTM coordinates
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives
All project alternatives that are reasonable and feasible and meet the purpose and need for the
proposed project shall be identified, summarized in this section, and evaluated in the EIA as
appropriate. In addition to the proposed project, such alternatives include alternative locations,
alternative fuels, alternative site configuration of elements of the project, alternative size and output
capacity, and alternative plans for construction, operation and decommissioning of the power plant
including best practices that may avoid and/or reduce the adverse impacts to the physical, biological
or social-economic-cultural environments.
If the project area or the buffer zone of the project area for an alternative is in an ecologically fragile
are, the description of the alternative must include a clear justification for not opting for another site.
Identify which alternatives will be carried through the analysis in the EIA and the basis for that
decision.
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details
The EIA shall provide specific project details for the proposed project and each alternative as identified
in subsections 4.3.1 through 4.3.7. The level of detail presented shall be the same for the proposed
project and each alternative evaluated. The following project details shall be provided:
4.3.1 General
4.3.1.1 Type and nature of the project
Type (wind, solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, solar dish engine,
geothermal)
Capacity: maximum, minimum and average power output as MW,
and as MWhrs by month and season
4.3.1.2 Flow diagram for the generation of power showing all components of the
plant and their relationships to each other
4.3.1.3 General plan for the facility, showing the location and layout of all project
C. Proposed Project
Description and
Alternatives
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.3 Project and
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4.3.1.4
4.3.1.5
4.3.1.6
components and their relationship to each other
Project operations
Description of how the project would operate (seasonally, monthly,
daily, hourly, as appropriate)
Mode of operation (peaking, base load, run-of-river, storage)
Transmission lines (any connections and new lines associated with the
hydropower project)
Plans to connect to existing transmission lines
New transmission lines (making following bullets a lower order
o Line voltage
o Total length of line in km
o Minimum height of conductors over ground level
o Width of the right of way in meters
o Source
o Destination
o Number and types of towers
o Height of towers
o Number of circuits, stations and transformer yards
o Points of interconnection between existing and new
Onsite Support Facilities
Location and design information - composition, dimensions, and
configuration including site drawing (digitized) for the following:
Offices and onsite housing
Laboratories
Power generation
Storage
Repair shops
Fuel stations
Sanitary Facilities
Water supply
C.4.6 Solar Power
C.4.7 Wind Power
C.4.8 Geothermal
Power
Appendix A. What is
Energy Generation
and Transmission?
C.5 Electric Power
Transmission
C.7 Onsite Support
Facilities
Requirements
Rights
Sources
Distribution
(mVday)
Waste handling and disposal
Fencing
4.3.2 Design details for each power generation component - number, materials of
construction, dimensions and configuration. Specific components in the TOR will
vary with type of project, as presented below:
4.3.2.1 Wind
Towers
Wind turbines
o Type
o Nameplate capacity
o Height
Hub height
Rotor diameter
Total height
o Foundations
Electrical collector lines
System controls
Collector substation
Transformers
Energy storage, if applicable
Backup energy source, if applicable
Other works: describe additional works not covered above
4.3.2.2 Solar photovoltaic
Solar panels
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o Type
o Capacity
Electrical collector lines
System controls
Collector substation
Transformers
Water sources, amounts and storage for regularly washing the
collector surfaces
Energy storage, if applicable
Backup energy source, if applicable
Other works: describe additional works not covered above.
4.3.2.3 Solar dish engine
Mirror array (concentrators)
o Type
o Design
o Foundations
o Tracking controls
Receivers
o Type
o Specifications
Engines
o Type
o Specifications
o Capacity
o Cooling system
Electrical collector lines
System controls
Collector substation
Transformers and/or alternators
Water sources, amounts and storage for regularly washing the mirrors
and reflective surfaces
Energy storage, if applicable
Backup energy source, if applicable
Other works: describe additional works not covered above.
4.3.2.4 Solar thermal
Type (parabolic trough, power tower, etc.)
Mirror array (concentrators)
o Type
o Design
o Foundations
o Tracking controls, if applicable
Heating fluid
o Type-chemical composition
o Quantity
o Storage
o Disposal of spent fluid
Piping for fluid conveyance from collectors to plant
Heat exchangers
Boilers
Steam controls
Cooling system
Cooling water
o Quantity
o Source(s)
o Intakes
o Treatment and discharge
Cleaning water for regularly washing the mirrors and reflective
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o Quantity
o Source(s)
o Storage
Turbines
Electrical generators
Transformers
Energy storage, if applicable
Backup energy source, if applicable
Other works: describe additional works not covered above.
4.3.2.5 Geothermal
Descriptions of all geothermal wells, including both exploratory wells
and production wells
o Number
o Location
o Depth and diameter
o Design
o Materials used
Equipment used for drilling wells
o Disposition of waste material during drilling
o Water intakes
o Water discharges including reinjection
o Turbines and electrical generators
o Transformers and transmission lines
Piping for water conveyance from wells to plant
Heat exchangers
Boilers
Steam controls
Cooling system
Cooling water
o Quantity
o Source(s)
o Intakes
o Treatment and discharge
Treatment of "spent" thermal water
o Type (reinjection or surface discharge)
o Locations
o Specifications
o Treatment, if applicable
Turbines
Electrical generators
Transformers
Air emissions controls for "open" systems, if applicable
Other works: Describe additional works not covered above.
4.3.3 Design Drawings for project facilities
4.3.3.1 Plan (overhead view)
4.3.3.2 Elevations (front view)
4.3.3.3 Profiles (side view)
4.3.3.4 Sections
4.3.4 Access
4.3.4.1 Roads
Identify all new and existing roads to be used (including closed roads
that will be reopened, if applicable)
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
o Closed roads that will be reopened
Detailed information on any roads to be constructed or upgraded
(including on-site roads)
o Location
o Timing of construction C.6 Transportation
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o Road surface and shoulder width and barriers Facilities
o Grade
o Construction methods including clearing and grubbing
o Construction materials
o Compaction
o Stream crossings and associated designs
o Animal crossings
o Sedimentation and erosion prevention and control structures and
practices
o Stabilization methods for cuts and fills
o Typical elevations for each type and situation of road displaying
construction materials, levels of compaction and erosion and
sedimentation features
o Location and size (area and volume of material) of borrow pits
o Operation
o Closure plan
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
Dust control for construction and operation
Maintenance
Roster for construction and maintenance equipment, specifying type
and quantity by size, motor size, and fuel requirements
4.3.4.2 Other transport systems (if applicable)
Rail transport - Same as for Roads with the addition of:
o Tightest curves
o Track construction materials
o Turnouts and sidings
o Railroad communications and signaling
Waterways
o Location, design, construction and operation of loading docks
o Rosters of boats used to move barges, specifying type and
quantity by: size, motor size, and fuel requirements
o Maintenance
Overland conveyors
o Location, design, construction and operation of conveyors
o Stream and road crossing designs to prevent falling debris
o Dust control for construction and operation
o Maintenance
4.3.5 Construction phase and timetable
4.3.5.1 Schedule for each phase of construction for all project and ancillary
facilities including, but not limited to:
Mobilization
Road construction and improvements
Land clearing
Drilling
Blasting
Borrow and spoil disposal
Erosion and sediment control
Excavation and subgrade preparation
Foundation preparation
Concrete work
Construction or installation of each project facility
Stabilization of disturbed areas
4.3.5.2 A GANTT or critical path management chart for the entire project, from
start to finish
4.3.5.3 Equipment
Equipment Roster specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor
size, and fuel requirements for each piece of equipment or machinery
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Transportation mobilization and mobilization frequency
Machinery and equipment mobilization routes to be used, as well as
the features of the ways on which they will be transported, including a
map of routes, as applicable, and mobilization.
4.3.5.4 Labor during construction
Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire) by
field of expertise
Days per week
Hours per day
Shifts per day
4.3.5.5 Raw materials to be used for construction
Give a complete list of the raw materials and construction materials to
be used, indicating the amounts per day, month, and the storage
means C.9 Manpower and
Include an inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances, Local Purchases
active elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.5.6 Construction camp (if applicable)
Description of the camp including but not limited to:
A map showing all facilities at a legible scale appropriate to the size of C.9 Manpower and
the project Local Purchases
o Buildings by type (use) and size
o Roads
o Electrical transmission lines and/or substation
o Drainage
Water supply and distribution
o Distribution system
o Use (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources C.7 Onsite Support
Waste handling and disposal components Facilities
o Sewers
o Wastewater treatment
o Solid waste facilities
Energy generation and use requirements
Closure or transition from construction camp to final onsite housing
4.3.6 Operation phase
4.3.6.1 Pre-operation Phase: cooling pond filling plan (if appropriate) including,
but not limited to:
Proposed filling rate with definite hold periods for observation
Options to control filling
Schedule for inspection and evaluation of structures and
instrumentation
4.3.6.2 Operation information
Roster of equipment and machinery to be used during operation,
specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor size, and fuel
requirements for each activity
Labor during operation
o Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire)
by field of expertise
o Days per week
o Hours per day
o Shifts per day
Overall energy requirements and sources
Inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances used during
operation
o Active elements,
o Storage means
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o Other relevant information
4.3.7 Closure and decommissioning plan
If it becomes clear that closure will be required, or when the project nears the
end of its service life, the project operator shall contact the proper regulatory
agency(ies) to obtain the environmental guidelines to carry out the closure or
decommissioning.
4.3.7.1 The project description shall include at least a general Restoration and
Closure Plan, recognizing that terms of closure may be very different when
this phase approaches
4.3.7.2 The description of restoration measures should include the size of the area
to be restored as well as concurrent, temporary and final restoration
measures to be used and their schedules. For each measure include:
Area to be addressed
Timing and schedule for executing measures C.8 Closure and
Equipment and structure removal or conversion Decommissioning
Remedial measures, including success indicators and contingency Plan
measures if initial efforts are unsuccessful
4.3.7.3 Plans for the decommission of system components, including disposal of
potentially hazardous wastes incorporated into components
5 Environmental Setting
Based on information available from the literature, government and special studies or other sources,
the EIA shall provide information on environmental setting for the different types of physical,
biological and social-economic-cultural environments for the current situation, important trends and
predicted situation in the absence of the proposed project. All sources of data must be cited in the EIA
when and where they are used. Indicate the direct and indirect and cumulative impact areas of
influence for physical, biological, and social-economic-cultural impacts and basis for defining area. This
section shall include at a minimum, the following information:
Physical Environment
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
5.1.1 Cross sections of the geology including soil horizons
5.1.1.1 Geologic characteristics at all project facility locations and in the area of
influence.
5.1.1.2 Geological map of the project area and area of influence at a scale of D. Environmental
1:10,000. Setting
Submit a map of the area displaying all characteristics described. Include
geological profiles and cuts, as well as stratigraphic columns.
5.1.2 Topography and slope conditions and geomorphology
5.1.3 Seismicity and stability characteristics
5.1.3.1 Indicate the general seismic and tectonic features of the surrounding
areas: D.2 Physical
Seismic sources close to the project area Environment
Seismic history
Maximum expected magnitudes intensity D.2.1 Geology and Soils
Period of seismic repetition
Outcome of threats based on peak acceleration for the site
Periods of vibration of the site
Micro zoning in terms of the geological map
5.1.3.2 Volcanic activity (must be provided by all the projects that are located
within a radius of 30 km from an active volcanic emission center)
Indicate the general volcanic features of the area near the site
Historical eruptions
Period of recurrence
Type of eruptions
Affected areas and high risk areas
5.1.3.3 Describe project areas susceptible to soil liquefaction; planned, active, and
abandoned mines; karst terrain; and areas of potential ground failure,
such as subsidence, slumping, and landsliding
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5.2 Soil Resources
The EIA shall describe baseline soil resources, and make use of maps, tables and accompanying
narrative text to describe the soils at the facility site, along new or reconditioned access routes and
along new transmission corridors associated with the facility and included in the EIA.
5.2.1 Types, capacity and uses
5.2.2 Fertility and potential uses of the land for agriculture
5.2.3 Stability and permeability
5.2.4 Erosion and sedimentation potential
5.2.5 Quantity and quality available for revegetating and restoring the disturbed area
at time of closure
5.3 Water Resources
5.3.1 Surface water
5.3.1.1 Names and locations on maps of all permanent and intermittent streams,
rivers, wetlands, lakes and reservoirs within the area of influence
5.3.1.2 River mile designation or other reference point for the intake and
discharge points of the project (if project will be using surface water for
cooling)
5.3.1.3 Flow (if project will be using surface water for cooling)
The monthly minimum, mean and maximum recorded flows in m3/s
of the river at the diversion point
A monthly flow duration curve (i.e., flow exceedance curve) indicating
the period of record and location of gauging stations where data were
gathered to derive the curves
5.3.1.4 Seasonal fluctuations in area and volume of wetlands, lakes and reservoirs
5.3.1.5 For any proposed or existing cooling ponds, surface area, volume,
maximum depth, mean depth, flushing rate, shoreline length, substrate
composition
5.3.1.6 Delineation of watersheds and water drainage pattern in the area of
influence using cadastral/aerial/remote sensing satellite imageries (map)
Runoff characteristics of watersheds
5.3.1.7 Inventories of consumptive and non-consumptive use, especially those
who are in the floodplain between intake and discharge points and
downstream of the discharge (if project will be using surface water for
cooling)
5.3.1.8 Surface water balance (if project will be using surface water for cooling)
Existing uses by type and volume
Capacity
5.3.2 Groundwater (if project will be using groundwater for cooling and/or will use
cooling ponds)
Provide a map and identify and describe aquifers and underground waters
adjacent to the project, indicating the depth of the water table along with trend
data:
5.3.2.1 Hydrogeologic characteristics of the area (vadose zone and aquifers)
Flow regime
Flow direction
Influences of geologic structures (faults, contacts, bedrock fracturing,
etc) and surface water bodies
5.3.2.2 Location and characteristics of all existing springs and wells in the area of
influence (on topographic map)
Flow/yield data for each spring and well (including water levels in
wells)
Depth and construction information for each well
Existing uses by type and volume
Capacity available
5.3.2.3 Groundwater recharge data
5.3.2.4 Groundwater potential yield
Availability
Water table levels (dry and rainy season)
D.2.1 Geology and Soils
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5.3.3 Water quality (if project will discharge cooling water and/or will use cooling
ponds)
5.3.3.1 Existing water quality data
Locations of all water quality monitoring stations in and around the
project area (with direction and distance from the site)
Water quality data for each station for those parameters likely to be
affected by project construction, operation, or maintenance
Physical, chemical and biological water quality characteristics,
including water temperature and dissolved oxygen concentrations
For any proposed or existing cooling ponds water temperature and
dissolved oxygen concentrations, including seasonal vertical profiles
5.3.3.2 Supplemental sampling and analysis (if existing data is not adequate to
characterize water quality)
Sampling and Analysis Program in annex
Water quality information upstream of the location of water intake, at
the point of discharge and downstream from discharge point
Proposed locations of representative monitoring stations upstream
and downstream of proposed project activities
Monitoring program design with at least a year of baseline data being
collected
o Parameters (including as appropriate, physical, chemical and
biological)
o Frequency of collection
o Analytic methods
5.3.3.3 Surface water and groundwater standards that apply to the project
Current uses
Standards for current uses (in the absence of such standards, identify
a set of benchmarks used in the analysis)
5.4 Air and Climate
Baseline information for air resources shall be collected for at least one year or as required by the
regulatory agency and shall include at a minimum the following:
5.4.1 Climate and meteorology
5.4.1.1 Source of data (meteorological station(s) from which climatological data
have been obtained)
5.4.1.2 Temperature variations
5.4.1.3 Relative humidity
5.4.1.4 Solar radiation and evaporation rates
5.4.1.5 Rainfall (total precipitation, rainfall intensity and duration by month)
5.4.1.6 Wind rose (Wind direction and speed, 24 hourly data)
5.4.1.7 Statistical analysis of the data
D.2.3 Air and Climate
5.5 Noise and Vibration
Present a description of the noise and vibration levels for receptors near where noise generating
activities of the project may occur. The EIA shall include:
5.5.1 Location of monitoring stations
5.5.2 Daytime and night time noise levels (measured in decibels)
5.5.3 Inventory of existing noise sources
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
5.6.1 Photos presenting baseline panoramic views of the facility site from potential
receptors
5.6.2 Viewsheds or other aesthetic or landscape resources
5.6.3 Existing sources of light contamination
Biological Environment
The EIA shall provide detailed information on the location and condition of ' ' °lse an
ecosystems in and around the project area in the form of narrative, maps and
tables, including the following:
5.7 Vegetation/Flora
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5.7.1 Vegetative mapping of terrestrial and wetland habitats (aquatic and marine if
appropriate) for project area, including in the area of transmission lines and D.2.5 Aesthetic
any downstream area affected by the project Resources
5.7.2 Species and structure (abundance, density, status, plant communities, presence
of invasive species, etc.)
5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
5.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources D 3 Dj0iosjcai
5.8.1.1 Identification of fish, mussel, macroinvertebrate and other aquatic species '_ .
Spatial and temporal distribution
Species life stage composition
* Standing crop D.3.1 Flora
Age and growth data
Spawning run timing
Extent and location of spawning, rearing, feeding and wintering
habitat
5.8.2 Wildlife Resources
5.8.2.1 Species (including status, i.e., endemic, migratory, exotic, endangered,
threatened, keystone, etc.), life history, and seasonal use n q -> c
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5.8.2.2 Breeding areas
5.8.2.3 Mating and brooding areas
5.8.2.4 Migratory corridors (if applicable)
5.8.2.5 Important wildlife use areas (roosts, clay licks, etc.)
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Much if not all that will be needed to address the environmental setting for terrestrial, wetlands,
aquatic and/or marine ecosystems will have been covered in Sections 5.7 and 5.8. This section is not
intended to duplicate that information; rather, it should integrate the information to ensure that the
structure and function of each ecosystem is adequately presented.
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats
Sections 5.7 and 5.8 should identify all species in the project area. This section should highlight all
endangered and threatened species and critical habitat that potentially occur in the vicinity of the
project.
5.11 Protected Areas
Identify on maps the specific locations and boundaries of relevant national parks, sanctuaries,
reserves, etc., as well as any areas proposed for protection. Provide a brief narrative description of
each area.
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions D.3.3 Ecosystems
Identify nearby human settlements including the following information for each settlement:
5.12.1 Population (size, gender and age distribution)
5.12.2 Cultural characteristics (religion, ethnic composition, languages spoken, etc.)
5.12.3 Economic activities (employers, employment and incomes)
5.12.4 Tax base
5.12.5 Crime rates D.3.4 Endangered or
5.12.6 Literacy rates Threatened Species
5.12.7 Community organizations and Habitats
5.12.8 Public Health and Safety
5.12.8.1 Diseases in the project area (including the sources of data and the D.3.5 Protected Areas
methodology used to collect and analyze the data)
5.12.8.2 Level of emergency services and access to clinics, doctors and hospitals D.4Social-Economic-
5.12.8.3 Existing practice for assessment of occupational health Cultural Environment
5.12.8.4 Existing electromagnetic fields
5.12.9 Skills, services and goods availability in the communities D.4.1 Socio-Economic
Conditions
5.13 Infrastructure
For each human settlement identified in subsection 5.12, describe the infrastructure in or serving the
settlement, including the following information:
5.13.1 Transportation infrastructure
5.13.1.1 Roads
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This section of the EIA addresses baseline conditions of transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. The EIA shall provide information on
following:
Location and condition of all existing roads
o Surface materials
o Erosion and sediment control
o Maintenance programs (what, when and whom)
Description of anticipated third-party improvements (government or
entity other than the proponent)
Traffic patterns and densities on roads within affected project vicinity
Safety levels and current circulation issues, and capacity
5.13.1.2 Airports or airstrips, and their capacity and trends in use D.4.2 Infrastructure
5.13.1.3 Other transportation infrastructure as applicable such as rail, pipelines,
harbors etc.
5.13.2 Public health infrastructure
5.13.2.1 Drinking water supplies and treatment
5.13.2.2 Wastewater treatment and management
5.13.2.3 Solid and hazardous waste management and treatment
5.13.3 Communications Infrastructure
5.13.3.1 Types of communications systems
5.13.3.2 Types of transmission (wired or wireless)
5.13.3.3 Locations of transmission lines (if applicable)
5.13.3.4 Locations of microwave towers and/or antennae (if applicable)
5.13.4 Energy Infrastructure
5.13.4.1 Types of energy
5.13.4.2 Sources including location and description of generating facilities in the
area of influence
5.13.4.3 Transmission lines and/or pipelines
5.13.4.4 Fuel storage facilities
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resource
Identify all cultural, archaeological, ceremonial and historic resources within the area of influence,
including the following information:
5.14.1 Data and maps relating to archeological, cultural, ceremonial, and historic sites in
the direct vicinity of the project
5.14.2 Information on indigenous people or other traditional cultures, if any
5.15 Land Use
Actual and potential showing location, size and proximity within and surrounding the project area,
including land use maps, and to extent possible, integrated into one map.
5.15.1 Population centers, including information and locations of
5.15.1.1 Schools
5.15.1.2 Cemeteries
5.15.1.3 Churches
5.15.1.4 Other public buildings
5.15.1.5 Housing (including housing density)
5.15.1.6 Commercial areas D.4.3 Cultural
5.15.2 Agricultural lands Archeological,
5.15.3 Forested lands Ceremonial and
5.15.4 Protected areas (including but not limited to) Historic Resources
5.15.4.1 National parks
5.15.4.2 Wildlife refuges
5.15.5 Wetlands and Mangroves D 4 4 Land Use
5.15.6 Other environmentally sensitive areas
5.15.7 Tourism and recreation areas
5.15.7.1 Recreation facilities
5.15.7.2 Eco-cultural-tourist locations
5.15.8 Culturally sensitive areas
5.15.9 Flood plains and water bodies
5.15.10 Coastal zones
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6 Assessment of Impacts
The EIA shall provide information on anticipated impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative) and the
magnitude and frequency of anticipated impacts on physical, biological, social-economic-cultural
resources resulting from construction, operation and closure of the proposed project and alternatives.
The assessment shall use standardized predictive methods, such as models, to determine the specific
range of impacts on environmental and socio-economic resources. The EIA shall identify which
impacts are significant and the criteria used to make this judgment. Critical data input from project
description and environmental setting analysis projecting the conditions in the environmental setting
in the absence of the proposed project shall be used as the baseline upon which anticipated impacts
are forecast. The EIA shall also identify sources of data used in the analysis and the uncertainties
associated with the outputs of each method used.
Physical Impacts
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
Anticipated impacts to geologic resources and potential effects on facility shall be described including
but not limited to the following:
6.1.1 Geologic hazards and potential effects on facility
6.1.2 Dam failure (if cooling ponds are proposed)
6.1.3 Impacts on mineral resources (current/future mining)
6.1.4 Changes in topography and drainage patterns
6.1.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.2 Soil Resources
Anticipated impacts to soil resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.2.1 Soil quality
6.2.1.1 Contamination (accidental spills of fuel, oil or other hazardous substances)
6.2.1.2 Disposal of heat transfer fluids and component parts of photovoltaic cells
6.2.1.3 Impacts on use
6.2.2 Erosion, slope alteration, vegetation removal and drainage patterns
6.2.2.1 Models for soil erosion should be included using methods like USLE,
defining the areas with high erosion potential
6.2.2.2 Sediment accumulation and transport
6.2.2.3 Sediment and hazardous waste removal and disposal
6.2.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.3 Water Resources
Anticipated impacts to surface water and groundwater resources shall be described including but not
limited to the following:
6.3.1 Geomorphology
6.3.1.1 Location of all stream or wetland crossings by right-of-ways and access
roads.
6.3.1.2 Modification/diversion in the existing drainage pattern
6.3.1.3 Downstream scouring and upstream head cutting
6.3.1.4 Bank erosion (surface water discharges, stream crossings and dredging)
6.3.1.5 Potential for increased flash flooding
6.3.2 Quantity (applicable for projects requiring significant cooling water)
6.3.2.1 Water bodies likely to be created
6.3.2.2 Impact of water diversion on surface water and groundwater, including
specific uses
Model results
Water table levels
Well production
Spring and stream flows
6.3.2.3 Effects of dams on downstream seepage
6.3.3 Quality
6.3.3.1 Effects of project construction and operation on water quality parameters
E. Anticipated
Environmental
Impacts
F. Assessing Impacts:
Predictive Tools and
Considerations
Appendix F. Asian
Development Bank
Rapid Environmental
Assessment
Checklists
E.2 Physical
Environment
Tables E-l and E-2
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
F.4 Solid Waste Impact
Assessment Tools
Appendix D: Erosion
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in surface water and groundwater, including the results of any water
quality modeling
Description of effects due to runoff, erosion, and sedimentation from
roads, disturbed areas, and stream crossings, including sources,
receiving waters, and effects on physical, chemical, and biological
parameters
Description of impact from wastewater discharges (if applicable)
Description of effects of project operations on dissolved oxygen and
total dissolved gas concentrations, and other parameters
6.3.3.2 Chemical contamination from agricultural chemicals applied to fields or
forests producing biomass for the project
6.3.3.3 Spills and accidents
Chemical, hazardous waste and fuel spills
Overflows from cooling ponds during storm events or electricity
failures
Containment failures
6.3.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.4 Air and Climate
Anticipated impacts to air resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.4.1 Impacts on ambient air quality
6.4.1.1 Sources (e.g., off-gases from open geothermal systems, fumes, windblown
dust, and fixed and mobile equipment emissions)
6.4.1.2 Concentrations
6.4.1.3 Receptors (e.g., communities, schools, water bodies, ecosystems)
6.4.1.4 Greenhouse gas generation.
6.4.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.5 Noise and Vibration
Anticipated impacts from noise shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.5.1 Noise modeling
6.5.1.1 Basis for model selection
6.5.1.2 Input requirements
6.5.1.3 Modeling results
6.5.2 Potential noise levels at different representative sites in the project area and in
communities near the project area
6.5.3 Potential vibration due to blasting and movement of heavy equipment, and
related damage to materials and structures
6.5.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
Anticipated impacts to Aesthetic Resources, including light pollution, shall be described including but
not limited to the following:
6.6.1 Impacts on visual resources and landscapes
6.6.2 Increases in light contamination
6.6.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
Biologic Impacts
Anticipated impacts to biological resources shall be described including but not
limited to the following:
E.2.2 Water Resources
F.5 Water Resource
Impact Assessment
Tools
Tables F-l and F-2
E.2.3 Air Resources
F.6 Air Resources
Impact Assessment
Tools
Table F-3
E.2.4 Noise and
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6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in vegetative cover due to:
6.7.1 Deforestation or wetlands destruction
6.7.2 Inundation of vegetated areas by cooling ponds (if applicable)
6.7.3 Other vegetative type conversions
6.7.3.1 Direct vegetative removal
6.7.3.2 Indirect (e.g., poisoning by dust and air contaminants)
6.7.4 Wildfires
6.7.5 Increased road access in remote areas leading to destruction of existing
vegetative cover (land use changes)
6.7.6 Spread of noxious or invasive species
6.7.7 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in aquatic and terrestrial wildlife populations due to:
6.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
6.8.1.1 Loss in habitat (e.g., spawning, rearing, juvenile, or adult habitats) from
changes in water quality (temperature, dissolved oxygen and other
parameters) and instream flow
6.8.1.2 Disturbance of aquatic resources during construction, operations, or
maintenance activities, including equipment noise, erosion and
sedimentation, vehicular movements, or blasting
6.8.1.3 Entrainment and mortality effects on fish populations from water intakes
for cooling water
6.8.2 Wildlife Resources
6.8.2.1 Loss of habitat, migratory routes/corridors, and breeding areas due to
changes in vegetative cover/wetlands loss
6.8.2.2 Disturbance of habitat, migratory routes/corridors and breeding areas due
to project construction, operation, and maintenance, recreational use,
and human settlement associated with the project (e.g., noise, vibration,
illumination, vehicular movement)
6.8.2.3 Loss or contamination of drinking water for wildlife species
6.8.2.4 Poisoning (e.g., air emissions, direct contact with toxic waster/substances)
6.8.2.5 Animals attracted to garbage and food waste at construction camps or
onsite facilities
6.8.2.6 Electrocution of large birds
6.8.2.7 Increased hunting
6.8.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats
Describe and quantify impacts to endangered or threatened species or habitats
6.9.1 Biodiversity
6.9.2 Individual species (with special emphasis on endemic, rare, threatened and
endangered species)
6.9.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.10 Protected Areas
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
The EIA shall assess anticipated positive and negative impacts to social-
economic-cultural resources including but not limited to the following:
G.llSocio-Economic Conditions
6.11.1 Increased individual incomes
F.7 Noise Impact
Assessment Tools
E.2.5 Aesthetic
Resources
F.8 Aesthetic and Visual
Resources Impact
Assessment Tools
Table F-4
E.3 Biological
Environment
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
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6.11.1.1 Direct employment at the project
6.11.1.2 Indirect employment generated by project activities
6.11.1.3 Increased purchases from local businesses
6.11.1.4 Other economic activities stimulated in the community as a result of the
project
6.11.2 Employment opportunities for local residents
6.11.3 Increased tax base
6.11.4 Displacement and relocation of current settlements, residents or community
resources
6.11.5 Displacement or disruption of people's livelihoods (e.g., fishing, hunting, grazing,
farming, forestry and tourism)
6.11.6 Public finance requirements-will more infrastructure need to be built and
maintained to meet the demands of increased population in the areas of public
education and public service (water, sanitation, roads, emergency services, etc.)
6.11.7 Reduction in quality of life for residents from visual and noise impacts
6.11.8 Change in crime rates (drugs, alcohol, prostitution, etc.)
6.11.9 Change in population (temporary or permanent)
6.11.10 Change in character of community
6.11.11 Change in religious, ethnic or cultural makeup of community
6.11.12 Impacts of subsidence on houses and other structures (geothermal projects
only)
6.11.13 Potential hazard to the public from facility components resulting from
accidents or natural catastrophes and how these events will affect reliability
6.11.14 Hazards, environmental impact and service interruptions which could
reasonably ensure from failure of proposed facilities
6.11.15 Impacts on public health
6.11.15.1 Creation of new electromagnetic fields near residences, including their
strength and extent
6.11.15.2 Health impacts of pesticide and fertilizer use
6.11.16 Impacts on worker health and safety
6.11.16.1 Identification of hazardous jobs and number of workers exposed with
duration of exposure
6.11.16.2 Occupational diseases due to exposure to dust and other project related
activities such as handling of explosives, solvents, petroleum products,
etc.
6.11.16.3 Identification of physical risks and safety aspects
6.11.17 Potential for fires
6.11.18 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts
for all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude,
frequency, scope and duration in context
6.12 Infrastructure
6.12.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses impacts of transportation and traffic patterns on existing roads.
The impacts of new and existing roads on water quality, biological resources and land use should
be addressed in those respective sections. The EIA shall assess anticipated impacts to
transportation systems including but not limited to the following:
6.12.1.1 Potential changes to traffic patterns, densities, and traffic safety issues in
area affected by project
A determination of vehicular traffic density in the project area (before,
during, and after the proposed activities)
Potential for traffic accidents
Congestion
Noise
6.12.1.2 Potential impacts to previously inaccessible areas from improvement of
roads
6.12.2 Public health infrastructure
6.12.2.1 Increased need for public health infrastructure
6.12.2.2 Alterations to public health infrastructure
E.3.2 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats and
Protected Areas
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
E.4.1 Socio-Economic
Conditions
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
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6.12.3 Communications infrastructure
6.12.3.1 Increased need for communications infrastructure
6.12.3.2 Alterations to communications infrastructure
6.12.4 Energy infrastructure
6.12.4.1 Increased need for energy infrastructure
6.12.4.2 Alterations to energy infrastructure
6.12.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
6.13.1 Destruction during construction
6.13.2 Damage and alteration
6.13.3 Removal from historic location
6.13.4 Introduction of visual or audible elements that diminish integrity
6.13.5 Neglect that causes deterioration
6.13.6 Loss of medicinal plants
6.13.7 Loss of access to traditional use areas
6.13.8 Impacts to previously inaccessible resources from development/improvement of
roads
6.13.9 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.14 Land Use
6.14.1 Changes in land use by both area and location
6.14.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
7 Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
This section of the EIA must include measures designed to mitigate potential adverse impacts to
physical, biological and social-economic-cultural resources from construction, operation and closure of
the proposed project and alternatives. These shall include measures to avoid and prevent, and if
needed, to reduce or minimize adverse impacts. The project proponent must include measures
considered to be "best practices" in the design of all alternatives.
Here and/or in the Environmental Management Plan section, proposed mitigation shall be described in
auditable terms and at a level of detail sufficient to demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing the
concern or performance criterion, including its anticipated level of effectiveness and/or measurable
performance, and design specifications.
The monitoring plan must include monitoring throughout the life of the project for each potential
mitigation to confirm the effectiveness of the measure and support contingency plans to provide
assurance that the project, at the site preparation, construction, operation, expansion, and closure
stages will meet applicable environmental requirements/standards by law, and fall within the limits of
impacts deemed acceptable upon approval of the EIA. Some important items to address in the
mitigation plan and associated monitoring plans include, but are not limited to the following:
Physical Impacts
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
7.1.1 Pre-excavation, onsite geological inspection and geotechnical study protocols
to determine slope stability and landslide risks
7.1.2 Slopes built and maintained to avoid landslides and favor revegetation and soils
formation
7.1.3 Slope stabilization by constructing retaining walls, using vegetation, geotextile
membranes, or other mechanical methods
7.1.4 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.1.5 Use of signageto mark areas where slopes are not stable as a preventive
measure in the event of a landslide
F.10 Socio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
E.4.3 Cultural,
Archeological,
Ceremonial and
Historic Resources
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
E.4.4 Land Use
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
G. Mitigation and
Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
Oversight
G.5 Auditable and
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7.1.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.2 Soil Resources
7.2.1 Topsoil management measures including specifically future use for agriculture
7.2.2 Erosion and sediment temporary and permanent control measures including
when each will be installed or implemented, how often it will be checked and the
process for and timing of removal of temporary measures
7.2.3 Spoil and disposal measures
7.2.4 Best management practices to minimize soil disturbance
7.2.5 Decommissioning/Rehabilitation Plan-if needed (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.2.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.3 Water Resources
7.3.1 Quality
7.3.1.1 Water Quality Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
Cooling water discharges
Sewage and domestic wastewater
Nonpoint sources - runoff, erosion and sediment control prevention
measures
7.3.1.2 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.3.1.3 Solid Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.1.4 Hazardous Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.3.1.5 Transport system construction and maintenance to avoid erosion and
sedimentation including:
Elevation or rerouting
Design for proper run-off control and catchment
Provision of culverts to allow flow that might otherwise be impeded
by roadways or other rights of way
Appropriate traffic control
7.3.1.6 Off-road vehicle use restrictions
7.3.1.7 Waste minimization practices
7.3.2 Quantity
7.3.2.1 Operational measures, such minimum flows or reservoir level fluctuation
limits, to protect important species
7.3.2.2 Flow gauging to monitor water quantity
7.3.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.4 Air and Climate
7.4.1 Dust control measures
7.4.2 Emissions control measures
7.4.2.1 Emissions reduction equipment
7.4.2.2 Maintenance and inspection of equipment and vehicles using combustion
engines to reduce emissions
7.4.3 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.4 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.5 Noise and Vibration
7.5.1 Noise control measures
7.5.1.1 Noise reduction technologies (suppression equipment, sound-absorbing
structures, vibration dampening devices, berms, noise barriers, etc.)
7.5.1.2 Rerouting of traffic and other infrastructure related activities to minimize
impacts of noise and vibration
Commitment
Language
Tables G-l and G-2
Tables G-l and G-2
Tables G-l, G-2 and G-4
G.2.2 Process and
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7.5.1.3 Time of day limitations on blasting and movement of heavy equipment
when in close proximity to houses not being operated during evening
hours
7.5.2 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.5.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives Tables G-l and G-2
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources r -. 3 .. c
-,,- i n i *.- ** -I-..- * ..I. ,. G.2.3 Air Emissions
7.6.1 Relocation of facilities to another site from Fossj| Fue|_ ^
7.6.2 Redesign of placement of facilities on site Biomass-Fired Plants
7.6.3 Redesign height and location of structures blocking view or light
7.6.4 Lighting minimization
7.6.5 Visual/Landscape Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.6.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Biological Impacts
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems Tables G~1'G'2 and G'5
7.7.1 Control of noxious and invasive weeds
7.7.2 Surface water diversion limitations to maintain in-stream values G.2.4 Noise
7.7.3 Measures to compensate for loss or damage of forests, wetlands or other critical
ecosystems, including establishment of new protected areas
7.7.4 Restoration/Rehabilitation Plan for disturbed areas (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.7.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
7.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
7.8.1.1 Intake screening
7.8.1.2 Maintain adequate instream flow
7.8.1.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important fish life history Tables G-l and G-2
periods (e.g., spawning)
7.8.1.4 Flow gauging and water quality monitoring
7.8.1.5 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species
7.8.1.6 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.1.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8.2 Wildlife Resources
7.8.2.1 Controls on hunting within the project area
7.8.2.2 Modify facility and activity locations and timing to avoid critical
ecosystems, migratory routes and breeding areas Tables G-l and G-2
7.8.2.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important wildlife history
periods (e.g., breeding, nesting)
7.8.2.4 Transmission line design to minimize or avoid electrocution of raptors and
other large birds
7.8.2.5 Relocation of sensitive, threatened or endangered species
7.8.2.6 Blasting plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.2.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives Tables G-l and G-2
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions
7.9.1 Selection of an alternate site for the project, and if not possible then adhering to
requirements of an internationally recognized Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)
7.9.2 Rehabilitation Program for people displaced by the project (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.9.3 Training local residents for employment in the project
7.9.4 Development of a "Code of Conduct" (with associated training program) for
workers to show respect to the local populations and their culture and social
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7.9.5 Measures proposed to protect public from failure of proposed facilities
7.9.6 Design and operational measures to avoid or reduce risk
7.9.7 Measures to exclude public from hazardous areas
7.9.8 Public Health Program to protect local population from potential health
problems caused by the project operation (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.9.9 Development of an Occupational Health, Industrial Safety and Accidents
Prevention Program with appropriate accident prevention program, reporting
and periodic review (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex) including provision of routine training and testing, and proper safety
equipment such as hearing protection, hardhats, steel-toed shoes, safety railings,
fall arrestors, sensors for notification on reaching of warning and action limits for
exposure to hazardous gases and liquids or impending catastrophic failures.
7.9.10 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.11 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.12 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.10 Infrastructure
7.10.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses mitigation measures for transportation and traffic patterns on
existing roads. Mitigation of impacts of new and existing roads on water quality and biological
resources and land use should be addressed in those respective sections.
7.10.1.1 Transportation Plan (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
Placement of traffic signals
Establishing, posting and enforcing speed limits for the vehicles that
transport material
Training employees, contractors and subcontractors on measures to
reduce or avoid potential accidents
Hiring and training security personnel devoted exclusively to
preventing accidents in the access road and controlling the speed of
the vehicles transporting project material
7.10.2 Public health infrastructure
7.10.3 Communications infrastructure
7.10.4 Energy Infrastructure
7.10.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
7.11.1 Modify facility and activity locations to avoid significant archeological, cultural,
ceremonial and historic sites
7.11.2 If avoidance is not possible, conduct appropriate resource recovery operations
before disturbing the sites
7.11.3 Clearly delineate boundaries and post signs identifying existing archeological,
cultural and historic sites on roadsides and within the project area boundaries so
that they are easily recognized by the machinery operators and other workers
7.11.4 Development of a training program so that staff recognize and respect culturally
and archeological sensitive areas
7.11.5 Development protocols for use during construction and operation stages for
identifying and responding to archeological, cultural, ceremonial and historic
sites not identified during the preliminary surveys
7.11.5.1 In the event that such a site is found, they will stop activities at the site
and report to the government relocation of cultural or historical
resources, for their physical protection.
7.11.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.12 Land Use
7.12.1 Criteria and method for calculating compensation for loss of land and crops
7.12.2 Compensation to farmers and ranchers for crop or forage losses and restore lost
Tables G-l and G-2
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7.12.3 Compensation to property owners for relocation of their homes in the event the
relocation is unavoidable.
7.12.4 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives Tables G-l and G-2
8 Environmental Management Plan
The EIA shall include an Environmental Management Plan to prevent, mitigate and monitor each
impact identified in the EIA. Plans will describe actions to be taken in sufficient detail to provide a
basis for subsequent auditing of compliance with commitments made in the EIA process including who
is responsible, how and when it will be implemented, what will be done and what results will be
achieved, why it is being done, and how to know whether it is effective in addressing the underlying
concerns. The Environmental Management Plan shall have the following elements:
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
8.1.1 Describe the project management and how environmental management and
organization relates to overall project responsibility. Describe the personnel and
performance accountability system for design, operation, maintenance and
closure for implementation of mitigation and monitoring measures.
8.1.2 Describe the environmental policy that will govern the Project throughout its
implementation, including at least the objectives, scope, commitment to
continuous improvement, control and environmental monitoring and good
relationship with neighboring populations and countries, as well as the
commitment to internal controls such as compliance and environmental
monitoring and routine audits.
8.1.3 Identify the persons responsible for the implementation of mitigation measures Tables G-l and G-2
in each phase.
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It
has two elements: .. H. Environmental
8.2.1 Environmental resource mitigation (such as air, water) M p.
8.2.2 Socio-economic-cultural mitigation (relocation, etc.)
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of Table H-l
surface and ground water)
8.3.1 Short-term and long-term monitoring of resource condition, including but not
limited to:
8.3.1.1 Slope stability
8.3.1.2 Water Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
Parameters to be monitored
Monitoring frequencies
Sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.3 Air Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
The Parameters to be monitored
The monitoring frequencies
The sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.4 Noise and Vibration
8.3.1.5 Cultural, ceremonial archeological and historic resources in the vicinity of
the mine
8.3.2 Short-term and long-term monitoring to ensure that the mitigation measures are
functioning as predicted and that rehabilitation is working
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control
and Infrastructure G Mitigation and
This section should address management of critical elements of pollution control and infrastructure .. . . ..
that are not otherwise included in the mitigation plan because they were considered an essential part Monitoring Measures
of the proposed project.
8.5 Contingency Plans G 3 Monitoring and
Contingency plans shall be prepared and described to address a) failure to meet specific performance _ . .
criteria established by law or necessary for the project to meet its commitments in the EIA and b) °
respond to natural and other risks previously identified and mitigated in the EIA in the event
reasonable and feasible mitigation measures to address the risks are inadequate.
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8.5.1 Performance-related Contingency Plans, indicating the steps that will be taken
should monitoring indicate that:
8.5.1.1 Environmental standards are not being met
8.5.1.2 Impacts are greater than predicted
8.5.1.3 The mitigation measures and/or rehabilitation are not performing as
predicted
8.5.2 Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan (assumes that risk identification and risk
reduction have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.3 Other Risks Response Plans (assumes that risk identification and risk reduction
have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.4 Contingency plans for maintaining service or reducing downtime in the event of
accidents or natural catastrophes that disrupt facility operation
9 Signed Commitment Statement
The EIA shall contain a legally binding signed letter of commitment to meeting the terms of the EIA.
The statement must be signed by the authorized representative of the proponent company with
assurance that all financial surety measures as required by the regulatory agency have been met.
10 Annexes
These shall be numbered and duly referenced in the text.
10.1 Public Consultation
10.1.1 Public consultation plan
10.1.2 A summary of public outreach activities including: audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments
10.1.3 Summary of response to comments
10.1.4 Actual copies of written comments
Table H-l
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents
10.2.1 Include maps, plans, charts and figures in the sequence mentioned in the EIA
document
10.2.2 Zoning maps with resources and results of impacts
10.2.3 Special Studies if relevant but not readily accessible
10.2.4 Detailed materials on predictive tools/models and assumptions used for the
assessment but too detailed for the body of the EIA
10.3 References
Submit a list of all references, (books, articles, technical reports and other information sources) cited in
the various chapters of the EIA study with full biographic references, and the following conventional
procedures cited in the literature: author, year, title, source, number of pages, and city of publication
or issuance.
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A. OVERVIEW
These terms of reference (TOR) describe the minimum requirements for the development of the
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for proposed transmission lines to distribute electrical power.
Both the TOR and the cross referenced "EIA Technical Review Guidelines for Energy Power Generation
and Transmission Projects" should be used to establish minimally acceptable conditions for satisfying
the requirement to submit an EIA. There are four different TORs for energy projects which are designed
with a common overview and distinct TORs for different types of energy power generation and
transmission. Part A, Overview, is common to all of them but Part B is tailored respectively to: 1.
Thermal/Combustion Power Generation Projects, 2. Hydropower Generation Projects, 3. Other
Renewable Energy Generation Projects, and 4. Transmission Lines. The four TORs are structured to
facilitate mixing and matching as appropriate to the purpose and need for a proposed project and
alternatives.
The basic format for the EIA document that should be followed is:
Table of Contents
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
Assessment of Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Commitment Statement
Annexes
In general, the EIA must identify and address:
Applicable environmental standards, norms, and requirements set forth at the international,
national, regional and/or local levels including those designed to meet the objectives of resource
management and/or land use plans that may be in effect in and around the jurisdiction(s) in which
you propose to develop the project and in which the proposed project might have a potential
impact. In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks that can be used in the
analysis and the basis for your selection. The guideline identifies standards in use by various
countries and international organizations in Appendix C.
Public/Stakeholder concerns related to impacts in and around the proposed project and alternatives
at least for stakeholders within the geographic scope of potential impact. The project proponent
should document specific steps taken to engage the public and other stakeholders, and engage
these publics as early as possible before undertaking to prepare the EIA. Concerned publics include:
local governments, persons living and working in the vicinity of the project, those with interests in
resources that may be affected i.e., indigenous peoples, and those concerned about protected areas
and prime agricultural lands. A summary of public outreach activities, audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments and actual copies of written
comments received should be included in the Annex.
All relevant plans related to the proposed energy project, for example, engineering and site
preparation plans, operations and decommissioning or closure, environmental management, and
mitigation in whatever form these may take.
All phases of the project from feasibility studies to site preparation to operations to closure and also
plans to expand capacity at the current or adjacent sites.
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Alternative approaches to meeting the purpose and need for the proposed energy project include
alternative siting, alternative configuration on the site, designing, constructing, operating and
decommissioning the project firstly to avoid and prevent, or secondly to reduce or minimize adverse
or improve beneficial environmental or socio-economic impacts. The EIA should assess as
appropriate the impacts of a range of representative reasonable and technically feasible alternatives
as well as the proposed project. The alternatives to the project must include a "no action"
alternative, indicating what would happen in the absence of the proposed project as well as
consideration of best practices that may not otherwise have been incorporated in the proposed
project. Other alternatives should be developed as needed to address significant issues with the
proposal.
Direct, indirect and cumulative impacts and their significance level.
Uncertainty and how that uncertainty will be addressed through monitoring and contingency plans
as may be needed to reduce risk of adverse impacts in the future.
Specific commitments, including who is responsible, what will be done, when and how it will be
monitored, reported and audited to confirm that commitments are met.
Finally, a key part of the TOR is obtaining a legally binding commitment from the project proponent that
the approved EIA will be implemented as presented. Such a commitment adds to the legal
enforceability of the outcomes of the EIA process.
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0 Table of Contents
A general Table of Contents for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) shall be provided. The
Table of Contents shall be organized in such a manner as to facilitate the use of the EIA by reviewers
and project implementers. ElAsfor larger projects should have a more detailed Table of Contents than
those for smaller projects. At a minimum, the Table of Contents shall include the following:
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Executive Summary
General Information
o Objectives and Justification
o Project Proponents
o Project Team
o Legal and Regulatory Framework
Project and Alternatives Description
Environmental Setting
o Physical Environment
Geologic Resources
Soil Resources
Water Resources
Air and Climate
Noise and Vibration
Aesthetic Resources
o Biological Environment
Vegetation/Flora
Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitat
Protected Areas
o Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
Socio-Economic Conditions
Infrastructure
Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Land Use
Assessment of Impacts to resources described in the Environmental Setting
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
o Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
o Project-wide Mitigation Plan
o Project- wide Monitoring Plan
o Management of Other On- or Off-Site Pollution Controls and Infrastructure
o Contingency Plans
Performance-related Contingency Plan
Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan
Other Risk Response Plans
Signed Commitment Statement
Annexes
o Public Consultation
Public Consultation Plan
Summary of Public Outreach Activities
Summary of Responses to Comments
Copies of Written Comments
o Technical Supporting Materials
Maps and Plans, in the sequence mentioned in the EIA document
Charts and Figures
Details about predictive modeling used, calculations and assumptions
Special Studies
o References
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1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
All acronyms and abbreviations used in the EIA must be clearly and succinctly defined and described in
this section. This will relieve the reader of the need to search for the first occurrence of a word and the
citing of the acronym or abbreviation in the text.
2 Executive Summary
A general summary of the EIA shall be provided in this section. The summary shall be written using a
vocabulary that can be easily understood by the public. It shall include at least the following
information about the project from the EIA:
Objectives and Justification
Location
Project Proponents
Project Description
Other Project Alternatives
Environmental Setting
Anticipated Impacts
Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
Environmental Management Plan
Issues raised by stakeholders and any outstanding issues
3 General Information
3.1 Objectives of and Justification for the Proposed Project
3.1.1 Objectives: A statement of the general and specific objectives (purpose) of the
proposed project, including whether it is a new project, an expansion of an
existing project or modernization of an existing operation.
3.1.2 Justification for the Project: Provide a justification for the proposed project
(need) highlighting the benefits to surrounding communities and economic
development of the region and country.
3.2 Project Proponents
3.2.1 Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and applicable legal documentation of
proponents (including developers, major equipment suppliers if part of project
team, shareholders and providers of financing, and representatives).
3.2.2 Names and contact information for responsible parties within the organization.
3.2.3 Financial viability of the company (including a certified banking statement
indicating that the company is financially stable and reputable).
3.2.4 Bonding requirements and proof of ability to meet bonding requirements
sufficient to cover the anticipated costs of environmental management during all
phases, as well as the costs, by a third party, of decommissioning and long-term
post-closure liabilities associated with the project.
3.3 Project Team
This section shall provide information on the multidisciplinary team that prepares the EIA. The types
of professionals included in the team shall be appropriate to the type of project and the type of
environment in which the project is located and may include (but not be limited to) engineers,
architects, biologists, geologists, hydrologists, air quality experts, archeologists, anthropologists,
sociologists and economists. The information provided for each member of the EIA project team
includes the following:
3.3.1 Names, addresses and registry numbers of contractors.
3.3.2 Names, contact information, qualifications and registry numbers of key personnel
involved in the study; as well as an affidavit indicating their area of participation.
3.3.3 List of professionals/experts participating in the EIA, their areas of expertise,
degrees, experience, professional registrations and stamps, seals and signatures.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework
This section of the EIA shall define the legal framework under which the EIA is being completed listing
and summarizing requirements or alternatives used as benchmarks, and evidence of non-applicability
or compliance, including:
3.4.1 Information that demonstrates rights and access:
3.4.1.1 Ownership with written authorization
3.4.1.2 Governmental authorization (if required)
3.4.1.3 Period of lease/permit
C.2 Documentation of
Purpose and Need
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3.4.1.4 Maps showing the lease/permit area
3.4.2 Applicable environmental standards, norms and requirements set forth at the
international, national, regional and/or local levels
3.4.2.1 In the absence of such standards, identify a set of benchmarks used in the
analysis
3.4.3 Required regulatory approvals and/or permits for all stages and their status
3.4.4 Applicable land use requirements (demonstrate conformity and compliance with
applicable plans)
3.4.5 Applicable natural resource management or protected area management plans
and responsible agency(ies) (demonstrate conformity and compliance with all
applicable plans)
4 Project and Alternatives Description
The project proponent shall submit a full description and location of the proposed project and
reasonable alternatives including ancillary facilities and operations such as the camp/housing for
construction, borrow and disposal areas, sanitary services, waste disposal and transportation
infrastructure, etc. as addressed through 4.1 to 4.3 below. It shall include at a minimum:
4.1 Location
The general location of the project and associated activities in terms of:
4.1.1 Political-administrative location (region, district, town or other relevant political-
administrative units) with accompanying location map
4.1.2 Means of site access- i.e., by air, river, road, train or vehicle
4.1.3 Maps of project area at a scale of no less than 1:50,000 or as required by the
regulatory agency
4.1.3.1 Indicate proposed route and alternative routes
4.1.3.2 Locate towers, manholes, substations and other project facilities using
latitude/longitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates
4.1.3.3 Indicate the project area and the direct and indirect areas of influence for
the physical, biological and social-economic-cultural impacts
4.2 Summary of Proposed Project and Alternatives
All project alternatives that are reasonable and feasible and meet the purpose and need for the
proposed project shall be identified, summarized in this section, and evaluated in the EIA as
appropriate. In addition to the proposed project, such alternatives include alternative locations,
alternative fuels, alternative site configuration of elements of the project, alternative size and output
capacity, and alternative plans for construction, operation and decommissioning of the power plant
including best practices that may avoid and/or reduce the adverse impacts to the physical, biological
or social-economic-cultural environments.
If the project area or the buffer zone of the project area for an alternative is in an ecologically fragile
are, the description of the alternative must include a clear justification for not opting for another site.
Identify which alternatives will be carried through the analysis in the EIA and the basis for that
decision.
4.3 Project and Alternatives Details
The EIA shall provide specific project details for the proposed project and each alternative as identified
in subsections 4.3.1 through 4.3.5. The level of detail presented shall be the same for the proposed
project and each alternative evaluated. The following project details shall be provided:
4.3.1 Project facilities
4.3.1.1 Type and nature of the project
Source(s) and destination(s) of power
Capacity
4.3.1.2 Design and engineering features of transmission lines
Line voltage
Total length of line in km (disaggregated by overhead and buried if
applicable)
Conductors
o Number of lines and circuits
o Composition and diameter (disaggregated by overhead and
buried if applicable)
o Minimum height over ground level for overhead lines
o Depth and trench and fill specifications for buried lines (if
applicable)
C. Proposed Project
Description and
Alternatives
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.3 Project and
Alternative
Description
C.4 Project Alternatives
C.5 Electric Power
Transmission
Appendix A. What is
Energy Generation
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Shield wire composition
Number, type, composition and dimensions of towers Table C-l
Number, type, composition and dimensions of manholes (if
applicable)
Number and designs of substations to be constructed or modified and
operated in conjunction with the transmission line (include all
component parts, i.e., transformers, switches, fuses, etc.)
Points of interconnection with the existing grid
Right-of-way
o Width in meters
o Initial and maintenance vegetative treatments, including disposal
of waste material
Number, type, composition and dimensions of other ancillary
structures (e.g., communication towers)
4.3.1.3 Design drawings for towers, manholes, trenches, substations and other
facilities
Plan (overhead view)
Elevations (front view)
Profiles (side view)
Sections
4.3.2 Access
4.3.2.1 Identify means of access for each stretch of the route
4.3.2.2 Roads
Identify all new and existing roads to be used
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
Detailed information on any roads to be constructed
o Location
o Timing of construction C.6 Transportation
o Road surface and shoulder width and barriers Facilities
o Grade
o Construction methods including clearing and grubbing
o Construction materials
o Compaction
o Stream crossings and associated designs
o Animal crossings
o Sedimentation and erosion prevention and control structures and
practices
o Stabilization methods for cuts and fills
o Typical elevations for each type and situation of road displaying
construction materials, levels of compaction and erosion and
sedimentation features
o Location and size (area and volume of material) of borrow pits
o Operation
o Closure plan
o Traffic volume, operating speeds and trip times
Dust control for construction and operation
Maintenance
Roster for construction and maintenance equipment, specifying type
and quantity by size, motor size, and fuel requirements
4.3.3 Construction phase and timetable
4.3.3.1 Identify and provide a schedule for each phase of construction for all
project and ancillary facilities including, but not limited to:
Mobilization
Road construction and improvements
Land clearing
Blasting
Borrow and spoil disposal
Erosion and sediment control
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Excavation and subgrade preparation
Foundation preparation
Concrete work
Construction or installation of each project facility
Embankment earthwork
Stabilization of disturbed areas
4.3.3.2 A GANTT or critical path management chart for the entire project, from
start to finish
4.3.3.3 Equipment
Equipment Roster specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor
size, and fuel requirements for each piece of equipment or machinery
used in each activity
Transportation mobilization and mobilization frequency
Machinery and equipment mobilization routes to be used, as well as
the features of the ways on which they will be transported, including a
map of routes, as applicable, and mobilization.
4.3.3.4 Labor during construction
Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire) by
field of expertise
Days per week
Hours per day
Shifts per day
4.3.3.5 Raw materials to be used for construction
Give a complete list of the raw materials and construction materials to
be used, indicating the amounts per day, month, and the storage
means C.9 Manpower and
Include an inventory of chemical, toxic or hazardous substances, Local Purchases
active elements, sites and storage means, safety aspects regarding
transportation and handling and any other relevant information
4.3.3.6 Construction camp (if applicable)
Description of the camp including but not limited to: C.9 Manpower and
Location of the camp, including locations at various phases of Local Purchases
construction, if the camp will move as work on the transmission line
progresses
A plan showing all facilities at a legible scale appropriate to the size of
the project
o Buildings by type (use) and size
o Roads
o Electrical transmission lines and/or substation
o Drainage C.7 Onsite Support
Water supply and distribution Facilities
o Distribution system
o Use (m3/day)
o Rights
o Sources
Waste handling and disposal components
o Sewers
o Wastewater treatment
o Solid waste facilities
Energy generation and use requirements
Material Storage
Repair shops
Fuel stations
Closure or conversion to other use
4.3.4 Operation phase
4.3.4.1 Roster of equipment and machinery to be used during operation,
specifying type and quantity by size, weight, motor size, and fuel
requirements for each activity
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4.3.4.2 Labor during operation
Number and type of employees (by local hire and non-local hire) by
field of expertise
Days per week
Hours per day
Shifts per day
4.3.5 Closure and decommissioning plan
If it becomes clear that closure will be required, or when the project nears the
end of its service life, the project operator shall contact the proper regulatory
agency(ies) to obtain the environmental guidelines to carry out the closure or
decommissioning.
4.3.5.1 The project description shall include at least a general Restoration and
Closure Plan, recognizing that terms of closure may be very different
when this phase approaches.
4.3.5.2 The description of restoration measures should include the size of the area
to be restored as well as concurrent, temporary and final restoration
measures to be used and their schedules. For each measure include: C.8 Closure and
Area to be addressed Decommissioning
Timing and schedule for executing measures Plan
Equipment and structure removal or conversion
Remedial measures, including success indicators and contingency
measures if initial efforts are unsuccessful
5 Environmental Setting
Based on information available from the literature, government and special studies or other sources,
the EIA shall provide information on environmental setting for the different types of physical,
biological and social-economic-cultural environments for the current situation, important trends and
predicted situation in the absence of the proposed project. All sources of data must be cited in the EIA
when and where they are used. Indicate the direct and indirect and cumulative impact areas of
influence for physical, biological, and social-economic-cultural impacts and basis for defining area. This
section shall include at a minimum, the following information:
_..._. ^ D. Environmental
Physical Environment Setting
5.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
5.1.1 Cross sections of the geology including soil horizons
5.1.1.1 Geologic characteristics at all project facility locations and in the area of
influence.
5.1.1.2 Geological map of the project area and area of influence at a scale of
1:10,000.
Submit a map of the area displaying all characteristics described.
Include geological profiles and cuts, as well as stratigraphic columns.
5.1.2 Topography and slope conditions and geomorphology D.2 Physical
5.1.3 Seismicity and stability characteristics Environment
5.1.3.1 Indicate the general seismic and tectonic features on the proposed routes
Seismic sources close to the route D.2.1 Geology and Soils
Seismic history
Maximum expected magnitudes and intensities
Period of seismic repetition
Outcome of threats based on peak acceleration for the site
Periods of vibration of the site
Micro zoning in terms of the geological map
5.1.3.2 Volcanic activity (must be provided by all the projects that are located
within a radius of 30 km from an active volcanic emission center)
Indicate the general volcanic features of the area near the site
Historical eruptions
Period of recurrence
Type of eruptions
Affected areas and high risk areas
5.1.3.3 Describe project areas susceptible to soil liquefaction; planned, active, and
abandoned mines; karst terrain; and areas of potential ground failure,
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such as subsidence, slumping, and landsliding
5.2 Soil Resources
The EIA shall describe baseline soil resources, and make use of maps, tables and accompanying
narrative text to describe the soils in the transmission corridor, along access routes and at the sites of
any facilities (such as substations and construction camps).
5.2.1 Types, capacity and uses
5.2.2 Fertility and potential uses of the land for agriculture
5.2.3 Stability and permeability
5.2.4 Erosion and sedimentation potential
5.2.5 Quantity and quality available for revegetating and restoring the disturbed area
at time of closure D.2.1 Geology and Soils
5.3 Water Resources
5.3.1 Surface water
5.3.1.1 Names and locations on maps of all permanent and intermittent streams,
rivers, wetlands, lakes and reservoirs within the area of influence
5.3.1.2 Delineation of watersheds and water drainage pattern in the area of
influence using cadastral/aerial/remote sensing satellite imageries (map)
Runoff characteristics of watersheds
5.3.2 Groundwater
5.3.2.1 Identify aquifers within excavation depth in the project area, including the n->-> \A/ *. D
...... ., . . . ... .. u.z.z water resources
depth of the aquifer, current and projected use, water quality, and known
of suspected contamination problems
5.3.2.2 Identify the location of known public and private groundwater supply wells
or springs within 150 feet of proposed construction areas.
5.3.2.3 Inventories of consumptive and non-consumptive
5.4 Air and Climate
Baseline information for air resources shall be collected for at least one year or as required by the
regulatory agency and shall include at a minimum the following:
5.4.1 Climate and meteorology
5.4.1.1 Source of data (meteorological station(s) from which climatological data
have been obtained)
5.4.1.2 Temperature variations
5.4.1.3 Relative humidity D.2.3 Air and Climate
5.4.1.4 Solar radiation and evaporation rates
5.4.1.5 Rainfall (total precipitation, rainfall intensity and duration by month)
5.4.1.6 Wind rose (Wind direction and speed, 24 hourly data)
5.4.1.7 Statistical analysis of the data
5.5 Noise and Vibration
Present a description of the noise and vibration levels for receptors near where noise generating
activities of the project may occur. The EIA shall include:
5.5.1 Location of monitoring stations
5.5.2 Daytime and night time noise levels (measured in decibels)
5.5.3 Inventory of existing noise sources
5.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
5.6.1 Photos presenting baseline panoramic views of the facility site from potential -...
receptors vibration
5.6.2 Viewsheds or other aesthetic or landscape resources
5.6.3 Existing sources of light contamination
Biological Environment
The EIA shall provide detailed information on the location and condition of
ecosystems along the proposed routes of the transmission line in the form of D.2.5 Aesthetic
narrative, maps and tables, including the following: Resources
5.7 Vegetation/Flora
5.7.1 Vegetative mapping of terrestrial and wetland habitats
5.7.2 Species and structure (abundance, density, status, plant communities, presence
of invasive species, etc.) D-3 Biological
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5.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna
5.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
5.8.1.1 Identification offish, mussel, macroinvertebrate and other aquatic species
Spatial and temporal distribution
Species life stage composition
Standing crop
Age and growth data
Spawning run timing
Extent and location of spawning, rearing, feeding and wintering
habitat
5.8.2 Wildlife Resources
5.8.2.1 Species (including status, i.e., endemic, migratory, exotic, endangered,
threatened, keystone, etc.), life history, and seasonal use
5.8.2.2 Breeding areas
5.8.2.3 Mating and brooding areas
5.8.2.4 Migratory corridors (if applicable)
5.8.2.5 Important wildlife use areas (roosts, clay licks, etc.)
5.9 Ecosystems: Terrestrial, Wetlands, Aquatic, Marine
Much if not all that will be needed to address the environmental setting for terrestrial, wetlands,
aquatic and/or marine ecosystems will have been covered in Sections 5.7 and 5.8. This section is not
intended to duplicate that information; rather, it should integrate the information to ensure that the
structure and function of each ecosystem is adequately presented.
5.10 Endangered or Threatened Species and Habitats
Sections 5.7 and 5.8 should identify all species in the project area. This section should highlight all
endangered and threatened species and critical habitat that potentially occur in the vicinity of the
project.
5.11 Protected Areas
Identify on maps the specific locations and boundaries of relevant national parks, sanctuaries,
reserves, etc., as well as any areas proposed for protection. Provide a brief narrative description of
each area.
Social-Economic-Cultural Environment
5.12 Socio-Economic Conditions
Identify nearby human settlements including the following information for each settlement:
5.12.1 Population (size, gender and age distribution)
5.12.2 Cultural characteristics (religion, ethnic composition, languages spoken, etc.)
5.12.3 Economic activities (employers, employment and incomes)
5.12.4 Tax base
5.12.5 Crime rates
5.12.6 Literacy rates
5.12.7 Community organizations
5.12.8 Public Health and Safety
5.12.8.1 Diseases in the project area (including the sources of data and the
methodology used to collect and analyze the data)
5.12.8.2 Level of emergency services and access to clinics, doctors and hospitals
5.12.8.3 Existing practice for assessment of occupational health
5.12.8.4 Existing electromagnetic fields
5.12.9 Skills, services and goods availability in the communities
5.13 Infrastructure
For each human settlement identified in subsection 5.12, describe the infrastructure in or serving the
settlement, including the following information:
5.13.1 Transportation infrastructure
5.13.1.1 Roads
This section of the EIA addresses baseline conditions of transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. The EIA shall provide information on
following:
Location and condition of all existing roads
o Surface materials
Environment
D.3.1 Flora
D.3.2 Fauna
D.3.3 Ecosystems
D.3.4 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats
D.3.5 Protected Areas
D.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
D.4.1 Socio-Economic
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o Erosion and sediment control D.4.2 Infrastructure
o Maintenance programs (what, when and whom)
Description of anticipated third-party improvements (government or
entity other than the proponent)
Traffic patterns and densities on roads within affected project vicinity
Safety levels and current circulation issues, and capacity
5.13.1.2 Airports or airstrips, and their capacity and trends in use
5.13.1.3 Other transportation infrastructure as applicable such as rail, pipelines,
harbors etc.
5.13.2 Public health infrastructure
5.13.2.1 Drinking water supplies and treatment
5.13.2.2 Wastewater treatment and management
5.13.2.3 Solid and hazardous waste management and treatment
5.13.3 Communications Infrastructure
5.13.3.1 Types of communications systems
5.13.3.2 Types of transmission (wired or wireless)
5.13.3.3 Locations of transmission lines (if applicable)
5.13.3.4 Locations of microwave towers and/or antennae (if applicable)
5.13.4 Energy Infrastructure
5.13.4.1 Types of energy
5.13.4.2 Sources including location and description of generating facilities in the
area of influence
5.13.4.3 Transmission lines and/or pipelines
5.13.4.4 Fuel storage facilities
5.14 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic Resources
Identify all cultural, archaeological, ceremonial and historic resources within the area of influence,
including the following information:
5.14.1 Data and maps relating to archeological, cultural, ceremonial, and historic sites in
the direct vicinity of the project
5.14.2 Information on indigenous people or other traditional cultures, if any
5.15 Land Use
Actual and potential showing location, size and proximity within and surrounding the project area,
including land use maps, and to extent possible, integrated into one map.
5.15.1 Population centers, including information and locations of
5.15.1.1 Schools D43 cultural,
5.15.1.2 Cemeteries Archeological,
5.15.1.3 Churches Ceremonial and
5.15.1.4 Other public buildings Historic Resources
5.15.1.5 Housing (including housing density)
5.15.1.6 Commercial areas
5.15.2 Agricultural lands D 4 4 Land Use
5.15.3 Forested lands
5.15.4 Protected areas (including but not limited to)
5.15.4.1 National parks
5.15.4.2 Wildlife refuges
5.15.5 Wetlands and Mangroves
5.15.6 Other environmentally sensitive areas
5.15.7 Tourism and recreation areas
5.15.7.1 Recreation facilities
5.15.7.2 Eco-cultural-tourist locations
5.15.8 Culturally sensitive areas
5.15.9 Flood plains and water bodies
5.15.10 Coastal zones
5.15.11 Other land uses as appropriate
6 Assessment of Impacts
The EIA shall provide information on anticipated impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative) and the
magnitude and frequency of anticipated impacts on physical, biological, social-economic-cultural
resources resulting from construction, operation and closure of the proposed project and alternatives.
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The assessment shall use standardized predictive methods, such as models, to determine the specific
range of impacts on environmental and socio-economic resources. The EIA shall identify which
impacts are significant and the criteria used to make this judgment. Critical data input from project
description and environmental setting analysis projecting the conditions in the environmental setting
in the absence of the proposed project shall be used as the baseline upon which anticipated impacts
are forecast. The EIA shall also identify sources of data used in the analysis and the uncertainties
associated with the outputs of each method used.
Physical Impacts
6.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
Anticipated impacts to geologic resources and potential effects on facility shall be described including
but not limited to the following:
6.1.1 Geologic hazards and potential effects on facility
6.1.2 Impacts on mineral resources (current/future mining)
6.1.3 Changes in topography and drainage patterns
6.1.4 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.2 Soil Resources
Anticipated impacts to soil resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.2.1 Soil quality
6.2.1.1 Contamination (accidental spills of fuel, oil or other hazardous substances)
6.2.1.2 Impacts on use
6.2.2 Erosion, slope alteration, vegetation removal and drainage patterns
6.2.2.1 Models for soil erosion should be included using methods like USLE,
defining the areas with high erosion potential
6.2.2.2 Sediment accumulation and transport
6.2.2.3 Sediment and hazardous waste removal and disposal
6.2.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.3 Water Resources
Anticipated impacts to surface water and groundwater resources shall be described including but not
limited to the following:
6.3.1 Geomorphology
6.3.1.1 Location of all stream or wetland crossings by right-of-ways and access
roads.
6.3.1.2 Modification/diversion in the existing drainage pattern
6.3.1.3 Downstream scouring and upstream head cutting
6.3.1.4 Bank erosion (surface water discharges, stream crossings and dredging)
6.3.1.5 Potential for increased flash flooding
6.3.2 Quality
6.3.2.1 Runoff, erosion and sedimentation from roads, right of ways, disturbed
areas and stream crossings
Sources
Receiving waters
Concentrations
o Physical parameters
o Chemical parameters
o Biological parameters
6.3.2.2 Description of impact from wastewater discharges (if applicable)
6.3.2.3 Chemical contamination from herbicides used for right-of-way
maintenance
6.3.2.4 Spills and accidents
Chemical, hazardous waste and fuel spills
6.3.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
E. Anticipated
Environmental
Impacts
F. Assessing Impacts:
Predictive Tools and
Considerations
Appendix F. Asian
Development Bank
Rapid Environmental
Assessment
Checklists
E.2 Physical
Environment
Tables E-l and E-2
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.2.1 Geology and Soils
F.3 Soils and Geology
Impact Assessment
Tools
Appendix D: Erosion
and Sedimentation
E.2.2 Water Resources
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6.4 Air and Climate
Anticipated impacts to air resources shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.4.1 Impacts on ambient air quality
6.4.1.1 Sources (e.g., windblown dust and mobile equipment emissions)
6.4.1.2 Concentrations
6.4.1.3 Receptors (e.g., communities, schools, water bodies, ecosystems)
6.4.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.5 Noise and Vibration
Anticipated impacts from noise shall be described including but not limited to the following:
6.5.1 Potential noise levels at different representative sites in the project area and in
communities near the project area
6.5.2 Potential vibration due to blasting and movement of heavy equipment, and
related damage to materials and structures
6.5.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
Anticipated impacts to Aesthetic Resources, including light pollution, shall be described including but
not limited to the following:
6.6.1 Impacts on visual resources and landscapes
6.6.2 Increases in light contamination
6.6.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
Biologic Impacts
Anticipated impacts to biological resources shall be described including but not
limited to the following:
6.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in vegetative cover due to:
6.7.1 Deforestation or wetlands destruction
6.7.2 Other vegetative type conversions
6.7.2.1 Direct vegetative removal for roads, rights of way and substation locations
6.7.2.2 Indirect (e.g., poisoning by dust and air contaminants)
6.7.3 Wildfires
6.7.4 Increased road access in remote areas leading to destruction of existing
vegetative cover (land use changes)
6.7.5 Spread of noxious or invasive species
6.7.6 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
Describe and quantify alterations in aquatic and terrestrial wildlife populations due to:
6.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
6.8.1.1 Loss in habitat (e.g., spawning, rearing, juvenile, or adult habitats) from
changes in water quality (sedimentation and other parameters)
6.8.1.2 Disturbance of aquatic resources during construction, operations, or
maintenance activities, including equipment noise, erosion and
sedimentation, vehicular movements, or blasting
6.8.2 Wildlife Resources
6.8.2.1 Loss of habitat, migratory routes/corridors, and breeding areas due to
changes in vegetative cover/wetlands loss
6.8.2.2 Disturbance of habitat, migratory routes/corridors and breeding areas due
to project construction, operation, and maintenance, recreational use,
E.2.3 Air Resources
F.6 Air Resources
Impact Assessment
Tools
Table F-3
E.2.4 Noise and
Vibration
F.7 Noise Impact
Assessment Tools
E.2.5 Aesthetic
Resources
F.8 Aesthetic and Visual
Resources Impact
Assessment Tools
Table F-4
E.3 Biological
Environment
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
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and human settlement associated with the project (e.g., noise, vibration,
illumination, vehicular movement)
6.8.2.3 Loss or contamination of drinking water for wildlife species
6.8.2.4 Poisoning (e.g., air emissions, direct contact with toxic waster/substances)
6.8.2.5 Animals attracted to garbage and food waste at construction camps or
onsite facilities
6.8.2.6 Electrocution of large birds
6.8.2.7 Increased hunting
6.8.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.9 Endangered or Threatened Species or Habitats
Describe and quantify impacts to endangered or threatened species or habitats
6.9.1 Biodiversity
6.9.2 Individual species (with special emphasis on endemic, rare, threatened and
endangered species)
6.9.3 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.10 Protected Areas
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts
The EIA shall assess anticipated positive and negative impacts to social-
economic-cultural resources including but not limited to the following:
6.11 Socio-Economic Conditions
6.11.1 Increased individual incomes
6.11.1.1 Direct employment at the project
6.11.1.2 Indirect employment generated by project activities
6.11.1.3 Increased purchases from local businesses
6.11.1.4 Other economic activities stimulated in the community as a result of the
project
6.11.2 Employment opportunities for local residents
6.11.3 Increased tax base
6.11.4 Displacement and relocation of current settlements, residents or community
resources
6.11.5 Displacement or disruption of people's livelihoods (e.g., fishing, hunting, grazing,
farming, forestry and tourism)
6.11.6 Public finance requirements-will more infrastructure need to be built and
maintained to meet the demands of increased population in the areas of public
education and public service (water, sanitation, roads, emergency services, etc.)
6.11.7 Reduction in quality of life for residents from visual and noise impacts
6.11.8 Change in crime rates (drugs, alcohol, prostitution, etc.)
6.11.9 Change in population (temporary or permanent)
6.11.10 Change in character of community
6.11.11 Change in religious, ethnic or cultural makeup of community
6.11.12 Potential hazard to the public from facility components resulting from
accidents or natural catastrophes and how these events will affect reliability
6.11.13 Hazards, environmental impact and service interruptions which could
reasonably ensure from failure of proposed facilities
6.11.14 Impacts on public health
6.11.14.1 Creation of new electromagnetic fields near residences, including their
strength and extent
6.11.14.2 Potential for induced or conducted currents along the transmission right-
of-way from electric and magnetic fields
6.11.14.3 Water-related vector diseases (malaria, dengue, etc.)
6.11.14.4 Health impacts of pesticide and fertilizer use
6.11.15 Impacts on worker health and safety
E.3.1 Flora, Fauna and
Ecosystems
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
Table F-5
E.3.2 Endangered or
Threatened Species
and Habitats and
Protected Areas
F.9 Flora, Fauna,
Ecosystems and
Protected Areas
Impact Assessment
Tools
E.4 Social-Economic-
Cultural Environment
E.4.1 Socio-Economic
Conditions
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
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6.11.15.1 Identification of hazardous jobs and number of workers exposed with
duration of exposure
6.11.15.2 Occupational diseases due to exposure to dust and other project related
activities such as handling of explosives, solvents, petroleum products,
etc.
6.11.15.3 Identification of physical risks and safety aspects
6.11.16 Potential for fires
6.11.17 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts
for all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude,
frequency, scope and duration in context
6.12 Infrastructure
6.12.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses impacts of transportation and traffic patterns
on existing roads. The impacts of new and existing roads on water quality,
biological resources and land use should be addressed in those respective
sections. The EIA shall assess anticipated impacts to transportation systems
including but not limited to the following:
6.12.1.1 Potential changes to traffic patterns, densities, and traffic safety issues in
area affected by project
A determination of vehicular traffic density in the project area (before,
during, and after the proposed activities)
Potential for traffic accidents
Congestion
Noise
6.12.1.2 Potential impacts to previously inaccessible areas from improvement of
roads
6.12.2 Public health infrastructure
6.12.2.1 Increased need for public health infrastructure
6.12.2.2 Alterations to public health infrastructure
6.12.3 Communications infrastructure
6.12.3.1 Increased need for communications infrastructure
6.12.3.2 Alterations to communications infrastructure
6.12.4 Energy infrastructure
6.12.4.1 Increased need for energy infrastructure
6.12.4.2 Alterations to energy infrastructure
6.12.5 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.13 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
6.13.1 Destruction during construction
6.13.2 Damage and alteration
6.13.3 Removal from historic location
6.13.4 Introduction of visual or audible elements that diminish integrity
6.13.5 Neglect that causes deterioration
6.13.6 Loss of medicinal plants
6.13.7 Loss of access to traditional use areas
6.13.8 Impacts to previously inaccessible resources from development/improvement of
roads
6.13.9 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
6.14 Land Use
6.14.1 Changes in land use by both area and location
6.14.2 Overall assessment of significance of direct, indirect and cumulative impacts for
all phases of the proposed project based upon analysis of magnitude, frequency,
scope and duration in context
E.4.2 Infrastructure
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
E.4.3 Cultural,
Archeological,
Ceremonial and
Historic Resources
F.lOSocio-Economic-
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7 Mitigation and Monitoring Measures
This section of the EIA must include measures designed to mitigate potential adverse impacts to
physical, biological and social-economic-cultural resources from construction, operation and closure of
the proposed project and alternatives. These shall include measures to avoid and prevent, and if
needed, to reduce or minimize adverse impacts. The project proponent must include measures
considered to be "best practices" in the design of all alternatives.
Here and/or in the Environmental Management Plan section, proposed mitigation shall be described in
auditable terms and at a level of detail sufficient to demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing the
concern or performance criterion, including its anticipated level of effectiveness and/or measurable
performance, and design specifications.
The monitoring plan must include monitoring throughout the life of the project for each potential
mitigation to confirm the effectiveness of the measure and support contingency plans to provide
assurance that the project, at the site preparation, construction, operation, expansion, and closure
stages will meet applicable environmental requirements/standards by law, and fall within the limits of
impacts deemed acceptable upon approval of the EIA. Some important items to address in the
mitigation plan and associated monitoring plans include, but are not limited to the following:
Physical Impacts
7.1 Geologic Resources and Hazards
7.1.1 Pre-excavation, onsite geological inspection and geotechnical study protocols to
determine slope stability and landslide risks
7.1.2 Slopes built and maintained to avoid landslides and favor revegetation and soils
formation
7.1.3 Slope stabilization by constructing retaining walls, using vegetation, geotextile
membranes, or other mechanical methods
7.1.4 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
7.1.5 Use of signageto mark areas where slopes are not stable as a preventive
measure in the event of a landslide
7.1.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.2 Soil Resources
7.2.1 Topsoil management measures including specifically future use for agriculture
7.2.2 Erosion and sediment temporary and permanent control measures including
when each will be installed or implemented, how often it will be checked and the
process for and timing of removal of temporary measures
7.2.3 Spoil and disposal measures
7.2.4 Best management practices to minimize soil disturbance
7.2.5 Decommissioning/Rehabilitation Plan-if needed (summary of relevant measures
with full document in Annex)
7.2.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.3 Water Resources
7.3.1 Water Quality Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.1.1 Sewage and domestic wastewater at construction camps
7.3.1.2 Nonpoint sources- runoff, erosion and sediment control prevention
measures
7.3.2 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.3 Solid Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.4 Hazardous Waste Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.3.5 Transport system construction and maintenance to avoid erosion and
sedimentation including:
7.3.5.1 Elevation or rerouting
7.3.5.2 Design for proper run-off control and catchment
7.3.5.3 Provision of culverts to allow flow that might otherwise be impeded by
roadways or other rights of way
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
E.4.4 Land Use
F.lOSocio-Economic-
Cultural Impact
Assessment Tools
G. Mitigation and
Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
Oversight
G.5 Auditable and
Enforceable
Commitment
Language
G.5.3 Transmission Line
Example
Tables G-l and G-2
G.2.1 Seismic Events
Associated with
Geothermal
Developments
Tables G-l and G-2
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7.3.5.4 Appropriate traffic control
7.3.6 Off-road vehicle use restrictions Tables G-l, G-2 and G-4
7.3.7 Waste minimization practices
7.3.8 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives G.2.2 Process and
-,/« j r*i- *. Wastewater
7.4 Air and Climate Discharges
7.4.1 Dust control measures
7.4.2 Emissions control measures
7.4.2.1 Emissions reduction equipment
7.4.2.2 Maintenance and inspection of equipment and vehicles using combustion
engines to reduce emissions
7.4.3 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.4 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.4.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.5 Noise and Vibration
7.5.1 Noise control measures
7.5.1.1 Noise reduction technologies
7.5.1.2 Rerouting of traffic and other infrastructure related activities to minimize
impacts of noise and vibration and pollutants, relocation of cultural or
historical resources, physical protection.
7.5.1.3 Time of day limitations on blasting and movement of heavy equipment Tables G-l and G-2
when in close proximity to houses not being operated during evening
hours G.2.3 Air Emissions
7.5.2 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full document in from Fossil Fuel- and
Annex) Biomass-Fired Plants
7.5.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.6 Aesthetic and Visual Resources
7.6.1 Relocation of facilities to another site
7.6.2 Redesign of placement of facilities on site
7.6.3 Redesign height and location of structures blocking view or light
7.6.4 Use of underground lines
7.6.5 Lighting minimization Tables G-l, G-2 and G-5
7.6.6 Visual/Landscape Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex) G 2 4 Nojse
7.6.7 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Biological Impacts
7.7 Vegetation/Flora and Associated Ecosystems
7.7.1 Right-of-way Vegetative Maintenance Plan (summary of relevant measures with
full document in Annex)
7.7.2 Control of noxious and invasive weeds
7.7.3 Restoration/Rehabilitation Plan for disturbed areas (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.7.4 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives T ,, _ ,__
5 MM Tables G-l and G-2
7.8 Aquatic and Terrestrial Wildlife/Fauna and Associated Ecosystems
7.8.1 Fish and Aquatic Resources
7.8.1.1 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important fish life history
periods (e.g., spawning)
7.8.1.2 Blasting Plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.1.3 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.8.2 Wildlife Resources
7.8.2.1 Controls on hunting within the project area
7.8.2.2 Modify facility and activity locations and timing to avoid critical Tables G-l and G-2
ecosystems, migratory routes and breeding areas
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7.8.2.3 Scheduling construction to avoid critical or important wildlife history
periods (e.g., breeding, nesting)
7.8.2.4 Transmission line design to minimize or avoid electrocution of raptors and
other large birds
7.8.2.5 Blasting plan, if applicable (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.8.2.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
Social-Economic-Cultural Impacts Tables Q-1 and G~2
7.9 Socio-Economic Conditions
7.9.1 Selection of an alternate route for the project, and if not possible then adhering
to requirements of an internationally recognized Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)
7.9.2 Rehabilitation Program for people displaced by the project (summary of relevant
measures with full document in Annex)
7.9.3 Training local residents for employment in the project
7.9.4 Development of a "Code of Conduct" (with associated training program) for
workers to show respect to the local populations and their culture and social
rules
7.9.5 Measures proposed to protect public from failure of proposed facilities
7.9.6 Design and operational measures to avoid or reduce risk
7.9.7 Measures to exclude public from hazardous areas
7.9.8 Development of an Occupational Health, Industrial Safety and Accidents
Prevention Program with appropriate accident prevention program, reporting
and periodic review (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex) including provision of routine training and testing, and proper safety
equipment such as hearing protection, hardhats, steel-toed shoes, safety railings,
fall arrestors, sensors for notification on reaching of warning and action limits for Tables G-l and G-2
exposure to hazardous gases and liquids or impending catastrophic failures.
7.9.9 Spill Prevention and Containment Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.10 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (summary of relevant measures with full
document in Annex)
7.9.11 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.10 Infrastructure
7.10.1 Transportation infrastructure
This section of the EIA addresses mitigation measures for transportation and
traffic patterns on existing roads. Mitigation of impacts of new and existing
roads on water quality and biological resources and land use should be addressed
in those respective sections.
7.10.1.1 Transportation Plan (summary of relevant measures with full document in
Annex)
Placement of traffic signals
Establishing, posting and enforcing speed limits for the vehicles that
transport material
Training employees, contractors and subcontractors on measures to
reduce or avoid potential accidents
Hiring and training security personnel devoted exclusively to
preventing accidents in the access road and controlling the speed of
the vehicles transporting project material
7.10.2 Public health infrastructure
7.10.3 Communications infrastructure
7.10.4 Energy Infrastructure Tables G~l and G~2
7.10.5 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.11 Cultural, Archeological, Ceremonial and Historic and Resources
7.11.1 Modify facility and activity locations to avoid significant archeological, cultural,
ceremonial and historic sites
7.11.2 If avoidance is not possible, conduct appropriate resource recovery operations
before disturbing the sites
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7.11.3 Clearly delineate boundaries and post signs identifying existing archeological,
cultural and historic sites on roadsides and within the project area boundaries so
that they are easily recognized by the machinery operators and other workers
7.11.4 Development of a training program so that staff recognize and respect culturally
and archeological sensitive areas
7.11.5 Development protocols for use during construction and operation stages for
identifying and responding to archeological, cultural, ceremonial and historic
sites not identified during the preliminary surveys
7.11.5.1 In the event that such a site is found, they will stop activities at the site
and report to the government relocation of cultural or historical
resources, for their physical protection.
7.11.6 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
7.12 Land Use
7.12.1 Criteria and method for calculating compensation for loss of land and crops
7.12.2 Compensation to farmers and ranchers for crop or forage losses and restore lost
agricultural lands at the end of the project.
7.12.3 Compensation to property owners for relocation of their homes in the event the
relocation is unavoidable.
7.12.4 Mitigation measures unique to specific alternatives
8 Environmental Management Plan
The EIA shall include an Environmental Management Plan to prevent, mitigate and monitor each
impact identified in the EIA. Plans will describe actions to be taken in sufficient detail to provide a
basis for subsequent auditing of compliance with commitments made in the EIA process including who
is responsible, how and when it will be implemented, what will be done and what results will be
achieved, why it is being done, and how to know whether it is effective in addressing the underlying
concerns. The Environmental Management Plan shall have the following elements:
8.1 Overview of Environmental Management Plan Organization and Policy
8.1.1 Describe the project management and how environmental management and
organization relates to overall project responsibility. Describe the personnel and
performance accountability system for design, operation, maintenance and
closure for implementation of mitigation and monitoring measures
8.1.2 Describe the environmental policy that will govern the Project throughout its
implementation, including at least the objectives, scope, commitment to
continuous improvement, control and environmental monitoring and good
relationship with neighboring populations and countries, as well as the
commitment to internal controls such as compliance and environmental
monitoring and routine audits
8.1.3 Identify the persons responsible for the implementation of mitigation measures,
in each phase
8.2 Project-wide Mitigation Plan including an implementation schedule. It
has two elements:
8.2.1 Environmental resource mitigation (such as air, water)
8.2.2 Socio-economic-cultural mitigation (relocation, etc.)
8.3 Project-Wide Monitoring Plan (usually specific to monitoring of
surface and ground water)
8.3.1 Short-term and long-term monitoring of resource condition, including but not
limited to:
8.3.1.1 Slope stability
8.3.1.2 Water Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
Parameters to be monitored
Monitoring frequencies
Sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.3 Air Quality Monitoring Program
Where, how and when monitoring shall be conducted
The Parameters to be monitored
The monitoring frequencies
Tables G-l and G-2
Tables G-l and G-2
H. Environmental
Management Plan
Table H-l
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The sampling and analytical protocols to be used
8.3.1.4 Noise and Vibration
8.3.1.5 Cultural, ceremonial archeological and historic resources in the vicinity of
the mine
8.3.2 Short-term and long-term monitoring to ensure that the mitigation measures are
functioning as predicted and that rehabilitation is working
8.4 Management of Other On- or Off-Site Environmental Pollution Control
and Infrastructure
This section should address management of critical elements of pollution control and infrastructure
that are not otherwise included in the mitigation plan because they were considered an essential part
of the proposed project.
8.5 Contingency Plans
Contingency plans shall be prepared and described to address a) failure to meet specific performance
criteria established by law or necessary for the project to meet its commitments in the EIA and b)
respond to natural and other risks previously identified and mitigated in the EIA in the event
reasonable and feasible mitigation measures to address the risks are inadequate.
8.5.1 Performance-related Contingency Plans, indicating the steps that will be taken
should monitoring indicate that:
8.5.1.1 Environmental standards are not being met
8.5.1.2 Impacts are greater than predicted
8.5.1.3 The mitigation measures and/or rehabilitation are not performing as
predicted
8.5.2 Natural Disaster Risk Response Plan (assumes that risk identification and risk
reduction have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.3 Other Risks Response Plans (assumes that risk identification and risk reduction
have been addressed in other parts of the EIA)
8.5.4 Contingency plans for maintaining service or reducing downtime in the event of
accidents or natural catastrophes that disrupt facility operation
9 Signed Commitment Statement
The EIA shall contain a legally binding signed letter of commitment to meeting the terms of the EIA.
The statement must be signed by the authorized representative of the proponent company with
assurance that all financial surety measures as required by the regulatory agency have been met.
10 Annexes
These shall be numbered and duly referenced in the text.
10.1 Public Consultation
10.1.1 Public consultation plan
10.1.2 A summary of public outreach activities including: audience, number of persons,
organizations involved, concerns raised, responses to comments
10.1.3 Summary of response to comments
10.1.4 Actual copies of written comments
10.2 Technical Supporting Documents
10.2.1 Include maps, plans, charts and figures in the sequence mentioned in the EIA
document
10.2.2 Zoning maps with resources and results of impacts
10.2.3 Special Studies if relevant but not readily accessible
10.2.4 Detailed materials on predictive tools/models and assumptions used for the
assessment but too detailed for the body of the EIA
10.1. References
Submit a list of all references, (books, articles, technical reports and other information sources) cited in
the various chapters of the EIA study with full biographic references, and the following conventional
procedures cited in the literature: author, year, title, source, number of pages, and city of publication
or issuance.
G. Mitigation and
Monitoring Measures
G.3 Monitoring and
Oversight
Table H-l
B.2 Public Participation
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