Environmental Management Framework (emf) coastal embankment improvement project phase-i project (ceip-i) April 29, 2013 Dhaka Bangladesh Water Development Board Ministry of Water Resources Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh

Appendix 9 Terms of Reference for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of Sub-Projects under CEIP

Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) requires to conduct Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study for first phase selected 5-7 coastal polders under CEIP, as per the DOE and World Bank guideline. The EIA reports will be submitted to DOE for obtaining environmental clearance. The EIA study should be conducted according to following scope of works.

The objective of the EIA study is assessment of environmental impacts and preparation of environmental management plan for implementing the sub-projects without harming the environment.

1. 
   Carry out detail field investigation of required parameters of environmental and social baseline
   
2. 
   Determine the potential impacts due to the project through identification, analysis and evaluation on sensitive areas (natural habitats; sites of historic, cultural and conservation importance), settlements and villages/agricultural areas or any other identified Important Environmental and social Component (IESCs).
   
3. 
   Determine cumulative environmental impacts of the project that may occur inside and outside the project area.
   
4. 
   Distinguish between significant positive and negative impacts, direct and indirect impacts, immediate and long-term impacts, and unavoidable or irreversible impacts.
   
5. 
   Identify feasible and cost effective mitigation measures for each impact predicted as above to reduce potentially significant adverse environmental impacts to acceptable levels.
   
6. 
   Determine the capital and recurrent costs of the measures, and institutional, training and monitoring requirements to effectively implement these measures. The Consultant is required to identify all significant changes likely to be generated by the project. These would include, but not be limited to, changes in the coastal erosion and accretion due to alteration of tidal currents, changing fish migration routes, destruction of local habitats, and water logging, etc.
   
7. 
   Consult with modeling consultants to establish conformity of the impact assessment with existing and ongoing mathematical model due to climate change developed by a number of reputed firms. The developed models may be available from the main consultant and implementing agency;
   
8. 
   Prepare (a) an estimate of economic costs of the environment damage and economic benefits from the direct positive impacts that the project is likely to cause, and (b) an estimate of financial costs on the mitigation and enhancement measures that the project is likely to require, and financial benefits, if any;
   
9. 
   Describe alternatives that were examined in the course of developing the proposed project and identify other alternatives that would achieve the same objectives. The concept of alternatives extends to the siting and design, technology selection, rehabilitation/construction techniques and phasing, and operating and maintenance procedures. Compare alternatives in terms of potential environmental impacts, vulnerability, reliability, suitability under local conditions, and institutional, training, and monitoring requirements. When describing the impacts, indicate which are irreversible or unavoidable and which may be mitigated. To the extent possible, quantify the costs and benefits of each alternative, incorporating the estimated costs of any mitigating measures. Include the alternative of not constructing the project to demonstrate environmental conditions without it.
   
10. 
    Identify the specific reciprocal impact of climate change and polder. Check the suggested polder height with respect to the SLR and high tide. The sub consultant will ensure that the design will minimize the negative impact on the environment due to polder rehabilitation activities. For example, adequate fish pass should be provided to ensure free movement of fish or drainage facility should be provided to avoid water logging in the surrounding area.
    
11. 
    Prepare separate EIA report for each selected polder (5-7 nos) at the first phase;
    
12. 
    Prepare a detailed Environmental Management Plans for each polder (5-7 for the first phase) along with the respective EIA separately to monitor the implementation of mitigating measures and the impacts of the project of other inputs (such as training and institutional strengthening) needed to conduct it during construction and operation. Include in the plan an estimate of capital and operating costs and a description of other inputs (such as training and institutional strengthening) needed to implement the plan.
    
13. 
    Ensure to address Occupational health and safety for the construction workers in the EMP;
    
14. 
    Develop Environmental monitoring format for regular monitoring of the project at the pre-construction, construction and operational stage;
    

EIA report should be prepared as per following structure.

1. 
   Executive Summary
   
2. 
   Introduction: This section will include (i) purpose of the report and (ii) extent of the IEE study.
   
3. 
   Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework: This section will describe relevant environmental policies, rules and administrative procedures that need to be followed for the proposed project.
   
4. 
   Description of the Project: This section will provide a brief but clear picture about (i) type of project; (ii) category of Project; (iii) need for project; (iv) location (use maps showing general location, specific location, and project site); (v) size or magnitude of operation;(vi) proposed schedule for implementation)
   
5. 
   Methodology of EIA
   
6. 
   Description of the Environmental Baseline: This section will provide sufficient information on the existing environmental and social baseline resources in the area affected by the project, including the following:
   

7. 
   Potential Environmental Impacts: Mitigation measures, where appropriate, will also be recommended to address environmental problems due to project location, and related to project design, construction, and operations as well as cumulative environmental impacts. Potential environmental enhancement measures and additional considerations will also be covered.
   
8. 
   Evaluation of impacts: This section will describe economic, numeric or descriptive evaluation of impacts.
   
9. 
   Analysis of Alternatives: This section will describe analysis of alternatives in terms of project location and technical designs and associated environmental impacts.
   
10. 
    Environmental Management Plan: The environmental management plan (EMP) will include mitigation and enhancement plan, compensation and contingency plan as well as monitoring plan. The EMP should also include tentative cost of implementation of the plan. As sample guideline for preparing EMP is given in the following section.
    
11. 
    Public Consultation and Information Disclosure: This section will describe the process undertaken to involve the public in project design and recommended measures for continuing public participation; summarize major comments received from beneficiaries.
    
12. 
    Conclusions and Recommendations: This section will include conclusions and recommendations.
    
13. 
    List of References
    
14. 
    Annexes:
    

Records of Consultations (minutes and photographs)