THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 Government of Uganda REPUBLIC OF UGANDA National Forestry Authority Uganda Wildlife Authority SECURING UGANDA’S NATURAL RESOURCE BASE IN PROTECTED AREAS Project (P174337) Draft ENVIRONMENTAL and SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) April 3, 2021 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN 1. The Republic of Uganda will implement the Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas Project (the Project), with the involvement of the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MOFPED) and the following agencies: National Forestry Authority (NFA) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). The International Development Association (the Association) has agreed to provide financing for the Project. 2. The Republic of Uganda shall implement material measures and actions so that the Project is implemented in accordance with the Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs). This Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) sets out material measures and actions, any specific documents or plans, as well as the timing for each of these. 3. The Republic of Uganda shall also comply with the provisions of any other environmental and social (E&S) documents required under the ESF and referred to in this ESCP, such as the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP), and the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP), and the timelines specified in those E&S documents. 4. The Republic of Uganda is responsible for compliance with all requirements of the ESCP even when implementation of specific measures and actions is conducted by the Ministry, agency or unit referenced in 1. above. 5. Implementation of the material measures and actions set out in this ESCP shall be monitored and reported to the Association by the Republic of Uganda as required by the ESCP and the conditions of the legal agreement, and the Association will monitor and assess progress and completion of the material measures and actions throughout implementation of the Project. 6. As agreed by the Association and the Republic of Uganda, this ESCP may be revised from time to time during Project implementation, to reflect adaptive management of Project changes and unforeseen circumstances or in response to assessment of Project performance conducted under the ESCP itself. In such circumstances, the Republic of Uganda, through MOFPED, will agree to the changes with the Association and will update the ESCP to reflect such changes. Agreement on changes to the ESCP will be documented through the exchange of letters signed between the Association and the Republic of Uganda, through MOFPED. The Republic of Uganda shall promptly disclose the updated ESCP. 7. Where Project changes, unforeseen circumstances, or Project performance result in changes to the risks and impacts during Project implementation, the Republic of Uganda shall provide additional funds, if needed, to implement actions and measures to address such risks and impacts, which may include environmental, health, and safety impacts. THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 MATERIAL MEASURES AND ACTIONS TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILE ENTITY/AUTHORITY MONITORING AND REPORTING A REGULAR REPORTING Quarterly throughout Project NFA and UWA implementation. Prepare and submit to the Association regular monitoring reports on the environmental, social, health and safety (ESHS) performance of the Project, including but not limited to the implementation of the ESCP, status of preparation and implementation of E&S documents required under the ESCP, stakeholder engagement activities, functioning of the grievance mechanism(s). B INCIDENTS AND ACCIDENTS NOTIFICATION (a) As soon as reasonable and practical but NFA and UWA no later than 5 days after learning of the In case of occurrence of an incident or accident related or having an incident or accident. impact on the Project which has, or are likely to have, a significant adverse effect on the environment, the affected communities, the (b) Report due as soon as reasonably public or workers, the NFA and UWA shall: practicable, but no later than 20 days after (a) as soon as reasonably practicable, but no later than five (5) incident or accident. calendar days after become aware of the occurrence of such incident or accident, inform the Association by any electronic means of its nature (c) throughout Project implementation. and circumstance as well as any effect or impact resulting or likely to result therefrom; (b) as soon as reasonably practicable, but no later than twenty (20) days after such incident or accident, provide the Association with a summary report that includes a description of the incident or accident, and the measures, if any, that the Republic of Uganda is taking or plans to take to address it and to prevent any future similar event; and (c) keep the Association informed of the on-going implementation of the said measures and plans. ESS 1: ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL RISKS AND IMPACTS 3 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 MATERIAL MEASURES AND ACTIONS TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILE ENTITY/AUTHORITY 1.1 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Throughout project implementation NFA and UWA Maintain the established organizational structure with qualified staff and resources to support management of E&S throughout Project implementation, through assignment of E&S focal points at the NFA and UWA. Two E&S focal points have been appointed in each the National Forestry Authority (NFA) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). These focal points shall be responsible for the day to day implementation of E&S measures and generally ensuring that the Project is being implemented in accordance with the ESCP. 1.2 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL ASSESSMENT ESMF to be implemented throughout the NFA and UWA Project implementation. Implement Project activities in accordance with ESSs and Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for the Project consistent with the ESSs and to the satisfaction of the Association, in a manner acceptable to the Association. 1.3 MANAGEMENT TOOLS AND INSTRUMENTS Before commencement of specific NFA and UWA Screen any proposed Project activity in accordance with the activities. Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) prepared for the Project, and, thereafter, draft, adopt, and implement the activity Once approved, the ESMPs shall be carried Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), as required, in a out throughout Project implementation. manner acceptable to the Association. 1.4 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ACTIVITIES TORs have been adopted as part of the NFA and UWA Ensure that all Terms of Reference (TOR) for Technical Assistance give ESMF specified in 1.2. due consideration to the E&S implications of proposed activities. The TORs shall be consistent with the ESF and cleared by the Association prior to their finalization. 4 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 MATERIAL MEASURES AND ACTIONS TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILE ENTITY/AUTHORITY 1.5 MANAGEMENT OF CONTRACTORS: Prior to the preparation of procurement UWA documents. Incorporate the relevant aspects of the ESCP, including the relevant E&S documents and/or plans, and the Labor Management Procedures, into Supervise contractors throughout Project the ESHS specifications of the procurement documents with implementation. contractors. Thereafter ensure that the contractors comply with the ESHS specifications of their respective contracts. . ESS 2: LABOR AND WORKING CONDITIONS 2.1 LABOR MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES Throughout Project implementation NFA and UWA Update, adopt, and implement the Labor Management Procedures (LMP) that have been developed for the Project. Government agencies staff shall be employed subject to Public Service Standing Orders and the applicable provisions of ESS2, including on occupational health and safety and prohibitions on forced and child labor. • Workers employed/contracted by NGOs and Private Companies shall be subject to ESS2, and these NGOs and Private Companies’ policies shall be assessed for consistency with ESS2 and the Project Labor Management Procedures and national Labour laws prior to entering implementation contract or agreements. 2.2 WORKERS CODE OF CONDUCT Prior to start of employment, throughout NFA and UWA and their contractors Project implementation Ensure that all workers under the Project sign and abide by Workers Code of Conduct included in the LMP developed for the Project 2.3 TRAINING FOR WORKERS At the start of employment, with periodic NFA and UWA and their contractors refreshers, throughout Project Provide induction training to workers on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse implementation (SEA) / Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention, safety procedures, COVID-19 procedures and repeat as needed. 5 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 MATERIAL MEASURES AND ACTIONS TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILE ENTITY/AUTHORITY 2.4 GRIEVANCE MECHANISM FOR PROJECT WORKERS Grievance mechanism shall be operational NFA and UWA prior engaging Project workers and Establish, maintain, and operate a grievance mechanism for Project maintained throughout Project workers, as described in the LMP and consistent with ESS2. implementation 2.5 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS) MEASURES Throughout Project implementation and NFA and UWA same timeframe as for the implementation Consistent with ESS2 and Uganda legislation, implement occupational, of the ESMPs health and safety (OHS) measures specified in the ESMF, specific ESMP, and the LMP. ESS 3: RESOURCE EFFICIENCY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT 3.1 RESOURCE EFFICIENCY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION AND NFA and UWA MANAGEMENT: (a) In accordance with ESS3 and in a manner satisfactory to the (a) Prior to signing contractor contracts Association, include in all contractor contracts requirements for proper disposal of all liquid and solid waste (including plastic trash) and construction waste, sanitation management, including management of any associated dust emission, and management of potential pollution of water sources and air, noise impacts during construction and operation. (b) Thereafter, ensure contractor compliance with these provisions and (b) throughout Project implementation ESS3. ESS 4: COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SAFETY 4.1 COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SAFETY: General requirements shall be included in NFA and UWA the ESMF on the timeframe specified in Prepare, adopt, and implement measures and actions to assess and 1.2, and specific measures adopted and manage specific risks and impacts to the community arising from Project implemented in ESMPs on timeframe activities, including but not limited to noise, accident risk, and other specified in 1.3, throughout Project disturbances due to civil works. Include these measures and actions in implementation. the ESMPs to be prepared in accordance with the ESMF, in a manner acceptable to the Association. 6 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 4.2 TRAINING FOR THE COMMUNITY: Throughout Project implementation NFA and UWA Conduct activities for the communities designed to heighten awareness of risks and to mitigate impacts specified in this ESCP. 4.3 GBV AND SEA RISKS: NFA and UWA (a) The Project shall ensure diverse and respectful workplaces, free of (a) Throughout Project implementation sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Awareness raising on GBV and SEA / H shall be included in general engagements with local communities. (b) In addition, measures and actions to prevent and address the risks of (b) on timeframes specified in 1.2. and 1.3. GBV and SEA/SH shall be included in the ESMF and ESMPs in accordance with ESS4 and in a manner satisfactory to the Association. ESS 5: LAND ACQUISITION, RESTRICTIONS ON LAND USE AND INVOLUNTARY RESETTLEMENT Not applicable to the Project ESS 6: BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF LIVING NATURAL RESOURCES 6.1 BIODIVERSITY RISKS AND IMPACTS: Prior to start of activities and implement NFA and UWA required mitigation measures throughout Screen Project activities (including civil works) to avoid any significant Project implementation loss or degradation of natural habitats and to avoid damaging any protected areas or critical habitats, in accordance with the project ESMF and ESS6. Integrate in ESMPs measures to avoid and mitigation potential harm to natural habitats in accordance with ESS6 and in manner satisfactory to the Association. Before any Project activity with significant risks and adverse impacts on biodiversity may proceed, a Biodiversity Management Plan shall be prepared and adopted to the satisfaction of the Association. ESS 7: INDIGENOUS PEOPLES/SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED TRADITIONAL LOCAL COMMUNITIES 7 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 Not currently relevant to the Project ESS 8: CULTURAL HERITAGE 8.1 CHANCE FINDS: Throughout Project implementation UWA Consistent with ESS8, prepare, adopt and Implement the chance finds procedures described in the ESMF developed for the Project. Include a chance finds procedure in all contractor contracts. Prior to signing of the contracts 8.2 CULTURAL HERITAGE: Throughout Project implementation NFA and UWA Ensure that activities avoid locations with known tangible cultural heritage and give due consideration to intangible cultural heritage consistent with the project ESMF and ESS8. ESS 9: FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES Not relevant to the Project ESS 10: STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 10.1 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT PLAN PREPARATION AND IMPLEMENTATION Throughout Project implementation NFA and UWA Implement Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP). 10.2 PROJECT GRIEVANCE MECHANISM: Prepare, adopt maintain and operate a grievance mechanism, as Throughout Project implementation NFA and UWA described in the SEP. CAPACITY SUPPORT (TRAINING) Type of training / Targeted Groups Timeframe for Delivery Trainers CS1 Deliver training on screening of Project activities and key provisions of NFA and UWA, with support from the the Project ESMF and SEP / Staff leading implementation of Project At Project start, upon new staff hire, and Association supported activities in targets areas – Park Wardens (UWA), senior periodically thereafter throughout Project rangers (UWA), Sector Managers and rangers (NFA), project focal implementation points 8 THE WORLD BANK - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN (ESCP) Securing Uganda’s Natural Resource Base in Protected Areas (P174337) April 3, 2021 CS2 Information on World Bank’s Safeguards Incidents Reporting Tool Staff of the Association (SIRT) provided to all implementing agencies / All implementing At Project start agencies’ staff involved in project activities CS3 Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) / All workers and Project At induction and continuous UWA and NFA responsible staff staff. CS4 Occupational health and safety including on emergency At induction and continuous UWA and NFA responsible staff prevention and preparedness and response arrangements to emergency situations. / All workers and Project staff. CS5 Environmental Awareness / All workers and Project staff. Continuous UWA and NFA responsible staff 9