E4467 KYRGYZ REPUBLIC ELECTRICITY SUPPLY ACCOUNTABILITY AND RELIABILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Environmental Management Plan Bishkek, February13, 2014 1 A. Project background 1. The project scope. The project development objective is to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the project area and strengthen the governance of the company’s operations. The project will help Sever Electro (SE) Company to strengthen its internal controls, enhance accountability of staff in all operations, make the company more customer-oriented, and reduce technical and non-technical losses, which will result in higher sales to customers and lower power purchases from the generation company. These will in turn lead to improvements in the operational and financial performance of SE and contribute to its long- term sustainability. 2. Project activities. The project will achieve the development objective through a holistic approach that integrates the following three components: (i) investments in targeted segments of distribution infrastructure, (ii) incorporation of Management Information Systems, and (iii) institutional strengthening. Component 1 – Investments in infrastructure (estimated cost of US$16 million): This component will help to reduce losses in the distribution network and improve power supply reliability by supporting priority investments to strengthen the distribution infrastructure of SE. The targeted assets are based on a comprehensive investment plan prepared during the project preparation and selected based on their potential for reducing losses and improving power supply reliability. Selected investments include investments in construction of new medium voltage substations in Bishkek and in meters for high consumption consumers in biggest cities in Chui region. SE will use its own funds to replace medium- and low- voltage cables and overhead lines identified in the investment plan. Component 2 –Management Information Systems (estimated cost of US$7 million): This component will provide SE with information tools to improve efficiency and quality of services to its customers, and to enhance overall efficiency of its business processes; the latter will also help the company in identifying losses and revenue leakages in its operations. To that end, the component will finance supply, installation and commissioning of selected management information systems (MISs), training to SE employees to apply them, and limited investments into hardware to support the MISs. The MISs will be set-up company- wide and capture all three key areas of SE’s operations: commercial management, corporate management, and network planning and operations. The specific MISs and their technical and functional specifications will be determined based on ongoing assessments and will likely include incorporation of a Commercial Management System (CMS), an Incidence Recording and Management System IRMS), and a Corporate Resource Management System (CRMS). Component 3 – Institutional Strengthening and Project Implementation Support (estimated cost of US$2 million, including ECA Capacity Development Trust Fund): This component will support two key activities for the smooth implementation of the project and sustainability of project outcomes: (i) implementation support for project management, including monitoring and evaluation, and incremental operating expenses of the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) under SE; and (ii) technical assistance to SE to improve its business processes, strengthen its governance and make the company more customer focused. The technical assistance will include strengthening of SE’s procurement system and financial reporting and accountability mechanism, setting up systematic consumer feedback and social accountability measures, and improving business processes, particularly related to commercial function of SE. B. Project potential impacts and environmental Category 3. Potential project impacts. The safeguards issues in the project are expected to arise from Component 1 (Investments in infrastructure) which will support construction of three new electrical substations. These construction are of very small scale (facilities with the size of about 20x20 meters) and would use so called 2 “sandwich panelsâ€? technology, and thus the potential environmental impacts will be associated with the removing the asphalt and of the top soil, constructing foundations and installing new electricity equipment. Overall the project is expected to bring social and economic benefits such as improvements in social conditions through better quality and availability of energy supply and reductions of energy losses. At the same time, construction of the electrical stations might generate some adverse environmental impacts such as: ï‚· dust and noise: These impacts occur during the construction activities. To avoid these impacts it is needed to follow up the existing best construction activities which are well known and applied in the country and set up in the EMP; ï‚· waste handling and spill response: the construction activities will generate some solid and liquid wastes including, machine oil, paints, and solvents. Minor spills of fuel and other materials are likely to occur during the course of civil works. Improper handling of on-site wastes and response to spills could result in adverse effects on the local environment including groundwater and soil. ï‚· health and safety risks while implementing construction activities and installing of electrical equipment, etc. ï‚· traffic disturbance in the vicinity of the construction sites. All these impacts are site specific, short term and could be easily avoided or reduced by applying relevant preventive or mitigation measures as well as best construction practices. 4. Potential social impacts. As one of the sites for electrical station is used as a parking area, the project has triggered the safeguards policy on Involuntary Resettlement, Operational Policy (OP) 4.12. To address adverse social impacts that may be caused by closing the existing parking SE will prepare a RAP to be financed under the project funds. 5. Project Environmental category. It is recognized that specified above risks are minor and the project was classified by the World Bank’s safeguards team as Category “Bâ€? (“low Bâ€?, though this is not a formal safeguards classification) and may follow simplified safeguards procedure. This requires for all three stations to prepare a “Checklist Environment Management Plan (EMP)â€? which is used for projects involving simple, low risk construction works (see Annex 1 and 2). The checklist-type format attempts to cover typical preventive and mitigation approaches to common civil works contracts with localized impacts. It is anticipated that this format provides the key elements of an Environmental Management Plan to meet Environmental Assessment requirements of the World Bank (under OP/BP/GP 4.01). The EMP specifies required mitigation measures for the project activities which are standard and widely used in rehabilitation of electricity distribution network practices, along with monitoring and implementing arrangements. Furthermore, the EMPs stipulate that supervision and monitoring of civil works are part of responsibilities of SE. C. EA legal and administrative framework 6. National EA framework. The Law on Environmental Protection requires that in the process of designing, placing, construction, re-construction, putting into operation facilities, and other activities having a direct or indirect impact on environment, the actions for protection, use and restoration of the environment and natural resources shall be identified and undertaken “according to ecological normsâ€?. The Law also specifies that an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) be prepared for a planned activity (Article 17).The Law on Ecological Expert’s Review states that EIA means the identification, analyses, assessment, and taking into consideration possible impacts of development activities (Article 1). Article 10 defines the activities that require EIA and the process for the project proponent to undertake the EIA. Temporary 3 Regulation on EIA indicates the documentation prepared must reflect the full extent of the project and meet the specified requirements for EIA, ensuring consistency of EIA reports. It specifies also the EIA documents should be consulted with all interested parties and the public and must include: (a) Description of the project or planned activity; (b) Possible alternatives for the project or planned activity; (c) Description of the existing environment; (d) Types and degree of impact on environment and population; (e) Forecast any possible changes in environmental quality; (f) Description of socio-economic and ecological consequences; and (g) Actions to prevent environmental damage or mitigate the level of ecological risk. Once prepared the EIA is reviewed by the authorized government body on environmental protection (Agency on Environment Protection and Forestry – Department of Ecological Expertise (see: http://www.nature.kg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=51&Itemid=32&lang=e). As for such small scale civil works the national legislation doesn’t require any EA activities SE agreed to apply the WB procedures and prepare the EMP Checklist. D. Baseline analysis 7. Environmental situation. To identify the baseline situation the SE PIU has undertaken field visits and collected relevant documents with regard to proposed for construction sites (this information is provided in the attached field visits checklists (see Site 1, 2 and 3). All sites are located in the residential areas. In their vicinity there are no any green areas and/or physical cultural resources. These areas are flat and not affected by any slope processes, being far from any watercourse. The site No.1 actually is presented by an existing electrical distribution point (see Site 1, attached 1.1) which, as proposed will be fully remodeled, adding one more floor. The site No. 2 is an open area, fully asphalted with no any planted tree or bush (see Site 2, attached 2.1). The Site No 3 is currently paled construction area (see Site 3, attachment 3.1). 8. Ownership of the sites and current land use. The site No.1 (existing electrical distribution point) is used (operated) already for more than 30 years by SE. Site No. 2 is in the municipality ownership and currently used as a parking lot. The main users of this parking are the salespersons from the nearby market. Site No. 3 is paled construction area and also in the municipality ownership. E. Environmental Management Plan Checklists 9. The purpose of EMP Checklist and its structure. The presented below EMPs specify the set of mitigation, monitoring, and institutional responsibility measures to be taken during implementation and operation to eliminate adverse environmental and social impacts, off set them, or reduce them to acceptable levels. They have three sections: (a) Part 1 constitutes a descriptive part (“site passportâ€?) that describes the project specifics in terms of physical location, the project description and list of permitting or notification procedures with reference to relevant regulations; (b) Part 2 includes the environmental and social screening in a simple Yes/No EMS format; and (c) Part 3 is a site-specific monitoring plan for activities carried out during the rehabilitation activities. 10. Mitigation measures. Before starting the rehabilitation activities, it is necessary to inform the local construction and environment inspectorates and communities about upcoming activities in the media and/or at publicly accessible sites (including the site of the works). Furthermore, it is necessary to have in place all legally required permits. All works should be carried out in a safe and disciplined manner designed to minimize impacts on neighboring residents and environment. Construction workers should be properly dressed, having when necessary respirators and safety glasses, harnesses and safety boots. During the civil works the following mitigation measures should be applied: 4 ï‚· Protection of air quality and dust minimization. During construction activities it is necessary to keep demolition debris and/or asphalt in controlled area, spraying with water mist to reduce debris dust. It is also necessary to suppress dust during pneumatic drilling/wall destruction by ongoing water spraying. It is strictly prohibited burning of construction/waste material at the site. For the transportation of any other dusty material to the rehabilitation site watering or covering of the cargo should be implemented. Reduction of dust on rehabilitation site during dry season of the year can be accomplished by watering the ground surface. Workers that perform the works should be introduced with protective closes and respirators. ï‚· Noise reduction. Before any beginning of the work it is recommended to inform all potentially affected parties and especially the neighbors either directly or through local billboards or newspapers on the rehabilitation activities. The noise should be limited by using good management practice and limiting works on regular daily shift. The construction equipment and machinery used should be calibrated according to the Noise Standards. ï‚· Construction wastes and spills. As a general requirement is that the construction wastes should be sorted and removed in an organized way and disposed on an authorized land filed. Open burning and illegal dumping of any waste is strictly prohibited. In addition to solid wastes, some amounts of hazardous wastes will be produced on the site: like the oils, material contaminated with oil, insulation material, etc.- all wastes have to be collected and handed over to the local self- government body authorized for collection and transportation of hazardous waste. ï‚· Temporary storage of material (including hazardous materials). Stockpiling of construction material should be avoided if possible. If not, construction material should be stored on the construction site, and protected from weathering. Hazardous materials like oils and others should be kept on impermeable surface, and adsorbents like sand or sawdust should be kept for handling small spillage. ï‚· Construction Traffic. Construction activities and traffic could lead to traffic congestion and inconvenience to the public due to: (i) increased vehicles for materials and solid wastes transportation, and (ii) deterioration of the roads condition after asphalt milling and excavation and leveling. It might bring negative effects to the narrower road and cause larger vehicle flux. In conjunction with the local traffic management authority, traffic flow regulation plans will be prepared before construction begins, if necessary. Proper transportation time and route will be selected to avoid rush hours and reduce traffic congestion. ï‚· Good housekeeping. This related to general good practice of keeping the sites tidy and organized, including environmentally relevant activities such as the storage of hazardous materials, access restrictions to non-personnel and workplace health and safety. 11. Monitoring activities. The monitoring section of the EMP provides: (a) details, of monitoring measures, including the parameters to be measured, methods to be used, sampling locations, frequency of measurements; and, (b) monitoring and reporting procedures to (i) ensure early detection of conditions that necessitate particular mitigation measures, and (ii) furnish information on the progress and results of mitigation. 12. Subprojects environmental supervision and reporting. The subprojects implementation will be periodically supervised by the PIU, and by the local construction inspectors. Semiannually the PIU will present short information about the EMPs implementation and construction of electrical substations environmental performances as part of the Progress Reports to be presented to the WB by SE. 13. Implementing arrangements. The project will be implemented by SE. Within SE the day-to-day project implementation will be conducted by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU).Throughout the 5 implementation of the project, the PIU will also draw on relevant experts of SE (engineers, IT staff, service quality centers’ staff, etc. The Company and the PIU have safeguards capacity built through the implementation of previously donor-funded projects that have involved rehabilitation works, including the Word Bank financed Power and District Heating Rehabilitation Project (environmental category B). Among the main duties of the PIU with regard to safeguards issues would be the following: (a) ensuring that the requirements of the World Bank safeguards policies as well as national environmental laws and regulations are met and that all measures set out in the EMPs; (b) (d) ensure that Project environmental and social commitments of the construction contractors are fulfilled; (c) report on-going status of EMPs implementation to the SE and the World Bank. F. EMPs funding, integration in the project documents and disclosure and consultation 14. Funding for EMPs implementation. During the construction phase, monitoring of the EMPs implementation is going to be funded as part of PIU financing. Implementation of EMP-stipulated mitigation measures during the civil works will be funded as part of provisions of the construction works contract, and is the responsibility of the firm selected to execute these works. 15. Integration of the EMP into project documents. The EMPs provisions would be used for the following: (a) inclusion of the environmental requirements in the Project Operational Manual; (b) inclusion of environmental requirements in construction contracts, both into specifications and bills of quantities, and the Contractors will be required to include the cost in their financial bids; (c) highlighting of EMPs follow- up responsibility within the PIU; (d) specifying mitigation and avoidance measures during the implementation of the proposed activities; and (e) monitoring and evaluation of mitigation/avoidance measures identified in the site-specific review and in the EMPs. 16. EA report disclosure and consultation. The draft EMPs have been disclosed in the country February 19, 2014. The final version of the EMPs (Russian and Kyrgyz translation) and its English version will be posted on the SE website and submitted to the World Bank before appraisal. EMPs will be used by the client during the project implementation. 6 Site 1.EMP Checklist for site No 1 –Existing building of the electric station PART 1: INSTITUTIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE Country Kyrgyz Republic Project title Electricity Supply Accountability and Reliability Improvement Project Scope of project and The Project Development Objective: The project development objective is activity to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the project area and strengthen the governance of the company’s operations. Project Activities. Construction of "Sport" 35/10/6 кV substation Institutional WB Project Management: Local Counterpart and/or arrangements (Project PIU Manager Recipient: (Name and contacts) Team Mr. Marat Abdykasymov JSC Severelectro Deputy Leader) Technical Director Mr. Ani Azamat Mambetjanov (cell Balabanyan phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone: 0312 33 85 35) Implementation Safeguard Local Counterpart Local Contactor arrangements Supervision: Supervision: Inspectorate (to be (Name and contacts) Overall Supervision: specified safeguards None State after supervision Inspection on tendering) responsibilities environmental will be aligned and technical with SE and safety of the PIU KR SITE DESCRIPTION Name of site Existing 6/0.4 kV distribution point (closed type) Describe site Remodeling of the building of an existing Attachement 1.1: Location location electrical station of the site on the Google Picture; Attachement 1.2: Picture of the building Attachment 1.3. Overview of the existing electrical station building. Who owns the land? Municipality Geographic It is located in Pervomay region, on Togolok-Moldo 40 crossing description Ryskulova St., near the Sport Palace named after Kojomkul LEGISLATION Identify national & Applicable standards in construction of low voltage electrical substations local legislation & are mostly those approved during the soviet time. permits that apply to Noise standards. The level of the noise is determined according to the project activity norms of the SNiP (construction norms and rules) 11-12-77 (Noise Protection). The limit of noise exposure at the distance of two meters from the buildings faced to the noise sources in compliance with the SNiP is 70 dBA. The maximum allowable noise level is assumed for the territories 7 neighboring on the residential houses, rest areas of the micro-districts and residential groupings, school areas, playgrounds of the preschool - 10 dBA for existing residential construction - 5 dBA for daylight time from 7 hour till 23 hour - 10 dBA. Health and safety during construction and operation. It is required to follow the requirements of the SNiP 3.06.04-91 (Construction Safety) during the execution of works. The personal protective equipment shall comply with the applicable GOSTs (apron under the GOST 12.4.029, rubber gloves under the GOST 20010, respirator "The Petal" under the GOST 12.4.028, gloves under the GOST 12.4.010, goggles under the GOST 12.4.013 and breathing mask of B type or B with filter, helmets). The construction site shall be kept in a safe, clean and good sanitary state. The "Contractor" shall bear the responsibility for cleanup of the site from garbage, construction waste and household rubbish and their removal to the municipal solid waste landfill (MSW). The "Contractor" shall be guided by the SanPiN N43.01.016.97 in that regard. In addition, it is necessary to carry out the routine inspection of the machinery and equipment for purpose of the trouble shooting and observance of the time of repair, training and instruction of the workers engaged in maintenance of the machinery, tools and equipment on safe methods and techniques of work. Electricity guiding technical documents especially designated for construction of 35/10(6) кV electrical stations: (a) rules of installing the electrical equipment at the substations; (b) fire protection of buildings and facilities (МСÐ? 2.02-01-97); (c) Regulation of installing antilightning devices (РД 34.21.122-87); Transformer stations (ТМП 407-03-450.87); and (d) modernized 35/10(6) кV electrical stations (ТП 407-03-438.87). PUBLIC CONSULTATION Identify when/ On February 19, 2014, in order to allow all interested parties to provide where the public comments and feedback, the EMP Checklist was published on the consultation process Severelecrto website (http://www.severelectro.kg), on the website took place Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energo.gov.kg), and on website of Supervisory Council under the Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energoforum.kg). The public consultation took place on February 26, 2014 in Severelectro’s headquarter (address: Lebedinovka village, Chkalova street 3). INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING Will there be any None capacity building? 8 Will the site Activity Status Additional references activity A. Building rehabilitation [X] Yes [ ]No See Section B below include/involve B. New construction [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section B below any of the C. Individual waste water treatment system [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section C below following: D. Historic building(s) and districts [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section D below E. Acquisition of land1 [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section E below 2 F. Hazardous or toxic materials [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section F below G. Impacts on forests and/or protected areas [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section G below H. Handling / management of medical waste [ ] Yes [ X ] No See Section H below ACTIVITY PARAMETER MITIGATION MEASURES CHECKLIST A. General Notification and Worker (a) The local construction and environment inspectorates and communities have been notified Conditions Safety of upcoming activities (b) The public has been notified of the works through appropriate notification in the media and/or at publicly accessible sites (including the site of the works) (c) All legally required permits have been acquired for construction and/or rehabilitation (d) All work will be carried out in a safe and disciplined manner designed to minimize impacts on neighboring residents and environment. (e) Workers’ PPE will comply with international good practice (always hardhats, as needed masks and safety glasses, harnesses and safety boots) (f) Appropriate signposting of the sites will inform workers of key rules and regulations to follow. B. General Air Quality (a) During interior demolition use debris-chutes above the first floor Rehabilitation (b) Keep demolition debris in controlled area and spray with water mist to reduce debris dust and /or (c) Suppress dust during pneumatic drilling/wall destruction by ongoing water spraying and/or Construction installing dust screen enclosures at site Activities (d) Keep surrounding environment (sidewalks, roads) free of debris to minimize dust (e) There will be no open burning of construction / waste material at the site 1 Land acquisitions includes displacement of people, change of livelihood encroachment on private property this is to land that is purchased/transferred and affects people who are living and/or squatters and/or operate a business (kiosks) on land that is being acquired. 2 Toxic / hazardous material includes and is not limited to asbestos, toxic paints, removal of lead paint, etc. 9 (f) There will be no excessive idling of construction vehicles at sites Noise (a) Construction noise will be limited to restricted times agreed to in the permit (b) During operations the engine covers of generators, air compressors and other powered mechanical equipment should be closed, and equipment placed as far away from residential areas as possible Water Quality (a) The site will establish appropriate erosion and sediment control measures such as e.g. hay bales and / or silt fences to prevent sediment from moving off site and causing excessive turbidity in nearby streams and rivers. Waste management (a) Waste collection and disposal pathways and sites will be identified for all major waste types expected from demolition and construction activities. (b) Mineral construction and demolition wastes will be separated from general refuse, organic, liquid and chemical wastes by on-site sorting and stored in appropriate containers. (c) Construction waste will be collected and disposed properly by licensed collectors (d) The records of waste disposal will be maintained as proof for proper management as designed. (e) Whenever feasible the contractor will reuse and recycle appropriate and viable materials (except asbestos) ACTIVITY PARAMETER MITIGATION MEASURES CHECKLIST C. Individual Water Quality (a) The approach to handling sanitary wastes and wastewater from building sites (installation or wastewater reconstruction) must be approved by the local authorities treatment (b) Before being discharged into receiving waters, effluents from individual wastewater systems system must be treated in order to meet the minimal quality criteria set out by national guidelines on effluent quality and wastewater treatment (c) Monitoring of new wastewater systems (before/after) will be carried out F. Toxic Toxic / hazardous waste (a) Temporarily storage on site of all hazardous or toxic substances will be in safe containers materials management labeled with details of composition, properties and handling information (b) The containers of hazardous substances should be placed in an leak-proof container to prevent spillage and leaching (c) The wastes are transported by specially licensed carriers and disposed in a licensed facility. (d) Paints with toxic ingredients or solvents or lead-based paints will not be used 10 PART 3: MONITORING PLAN Area What Where How When Why Cost Who 11 (Is the parameter (Is the (Is the (Define the (Is the parameter (if not (Is responsible for to be monitored?) parameter to parameter to frequency / or being included in monitoring?) be be continuous?) monitored?) project monitored?) monitored?) budget) Airquality Dust, smog, waste Survey on Visual During works Air pollution Operation Contractor, burning site during monitoring prevention costs works Daily SE Air pollution from Technical Car parking Regular During works Air pollution Operation Contractor, improper condition area technical prevention costs maintenance of inspection Daily SE equipment Onsite Construction wastes Construction Onsite Regular Weekly Prevention of Operation Contractor PIU wastes inspection environmental costs pollution by wastes Toxic materials and Toxic materials onsite Regular Weekly Prevention health Operation Contractor wastes inspection impacts and costs Oil environmental PIU pollution Noise Noise level Onsite Regular Daily Prevention of Operation Contractor, PIU, inspection health impacts costs State Inspection and disturbance on Ecological and for the local Technical Safety population under the Government of KR Worker’s safety and Workers safety Works sites Accident Permanently To protect Construction Contractor, State 12 health register workers safety costs Inspection on and health Ecological and Training Technical Safety register under the Government of Organize KR , PIU adequate works planning Material transport Are the truck loads Job site / Supervision Unannounced Avoid dust and Construction Contractor covered or wetted? municipal inspections split of fine costs Compliance with streets during work material Road police legislation (restricted working Avoid damage hours; haul routes) and pollution of dust suppression municipal routes methods where required 13 Attachment 1.1. Location of the site 1 Attachment 1.2 Location of 6/0.4 kV distribution point (marked in the bellow picture) 14 Attachment 1.3 Overview of the existing electrical station building 15 Site 1.FIELD VISIT CHECKLIST for site No. 1 Project Name: ESARIP Date/time of Visit: 10.01.2014 District: Pervomay region, on Togolok-Moldo 40 crossing Ryskulova St. Visitors: Deputy Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov PIU Manager Mr. Marat Abdykasymov WB energy projects consultant Mr. Zamir Chargynov Location: Central part of Bishkek Obtain a site map or make a sketch: Please see the attached site map. Locate site on local map or indicate area: It is located in Pervomay region, on Togolok-Moldo 40 crossing Ryskulova St., near the Sport Palace named after Kojomkul (closed-type). Current activity and site history: Who is the site contact (name, position, contact information)? Contact persons are: ï‚· JSC Severelectro Deputy Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov (cell phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone: 0312 33 85 35) ï‚· JSC Severelectro PIU Manager Mr. Marat Abdykasymov (cell phone: 0555 74 25 39; work phone: 0312 33 33 93; E-mail: severpiu@mail.ru). What is the area of the site to be used for project activities? As far as it is acting 6/0, 4 kV distribution point (closed type), expansion of the land is not considered. It is supposed to buildup (adding one more level to) the existing building with using of light construction materials. What are current uses of the site? Currently there is an existing 6/0.4 kV distribution point (closed type). What were previous uses of the site (give dates if possible)? Closed-type, built in 6/0.4 kV distribution point. Environmental Situation Are there sensitive sites nearby (nature reserves, cultural sites, historical landmarks)? No. Is anything known about the geology/hydrology of the site? Are there water courses on the site? Low groundwater level. What is the terrain or slope? There is no any slope. Basically it is flat area. Does the site experience flooding, waterlogging or landslides? Are there signs of erosion? No. What are the neighboring buildings (e.g., schools, dwellings, industries) and land uses? The building of 6/0.4 kV distribution point is joint to the Sport Palace building. Whole neighboring area is asphalted. There is Ryskulova Street right next to the 6/0.4 kV distribution point building. There are construction sites of several construction multistory apartment houses at a 50-100 meters distance. Estimate distances. From 50 to 100 meters to the closest buildings. But the proposed 35 kV substation will be of closed type and should not have any affect to neighboring buildings and sites. Will the proposed site affect transportation or public utilities? No. Licenses, Permits and Clearances: 16 There is twenty-four-hours access to the 6/0.4 kV distribution point for operating and switching purposes. Does the site require licenses or permits to operate the type of activity proposed? Are these available for inspection? Yes, there is a need to get permission from the State Enterprise for Managing Sport Facilities and Sports Logistics under Kyrgyz Republic State Agency of Physical Culture and Sports. What environmental or other (e.g., health, forestry) authorities have jurisdiction over the site? As it is acting 6/0, 4 kV distribution point, the land related issues from environmental, health, forestry, etc. authorities should not occur. Soils: What is the ground surface (agricultural land, pasture, etc.)? Construction site is acting closed type 6/0, 4 kV distribution point. Whole neighborhoods are asphalted. Will the project damage soils during construction or operations? No. Biological environment: Describe vegetation cover on the site. Construction site is current closed type 6/0, 4 kV distribution point. Whole neighboring area is asphalted. Is there information about rare or threatened flora and fauna at or near the site? If yes, would the project have an impact or increase risk to the species? No. Note potential negative impacts on biota if project proceeds. The Project implementation will not have any negative impact on biota. Visual Inspection Procedures Try to obtain a site map or make a sketch to mark details. ETC (Engineering Technical Conditions) and EPT (Engineering Planning Tasks) will be ordered from Bishkek Main Technical Architecture after getting approval from the State Enterprise for Managing Sport Facilities and Sports Logistics under Kyrgyz Republic State Agency of Physical Culture and Sports. Take photos, if permitted. Photos are enclosed. Walk over as much of the site as possible, including boundaries, to note adjacent activities. The building of 6/0.4 kV distribution point is joint to the Sport Palace building. Whole neighboring area is asphalted. There is Ryskulova Street right next to the 6/0.4 kV distribution point building. There are construction sites of several construction multistory apartment houses at a 50-100 meters distance. Note any odors, smoke or dust emissions, standing water, etc. No. 17 Site 2.EMP Checklist for site No. 2 PART 1: STITUTIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE Country Kyrgyz Republic Project title Electricity Supply Accountability and Reliability Improvement Project Scope of project The Project Development Objective: The project development and activity objective is to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the project area and strengthen the governance of the company’s operations. Project activity: Construction of 35/10/6кV electrical substation Institutional WB Project Local Counterpart and/or arrangements (Project Team Management: Recipient: (Name and Leader) PIU Manager contacts) Ani Balabanyan Mr. Marat JSC Severelectro Deputy Abdykasymov Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov (cell phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone: 0312 33 85 35) Implementation Safeguard Local Local Contractor: arrangements Supervision: Counterpart Inspectorate (to be (Name and Overall Supervision: Supervision: specified contacts) safeguards None State after supervision environmental tendering) responsibilities and technical will be aligned safety with SE and PIU Inspection SITE DESCRIPTION Name of site Parking area at Orto-Say market Describe site Oktyabr region, on Suerkulova st., Attachment 2.1: Site Map, location near the Orto-Say market Attachment 2.2: Overview of the parking area. Who owns the Municipality land? LEGISLATION Identify national & Applicable standards in construction of electrical substations. local legislation & Currently in Kyrgyz Republic are in place mostly old standards permits that apply approved during the soviet time. to project activity Noise standards. The level of the noise is determined according to the 18 norms of the SNiP (construction norms and rules) 11-12-77 ((Noise Protection)). The limit of noise exposure at the distance of two meters from the buildings faced to the noise sources in compliance with the SNiP is 70 dBA. The maximum allowable noise level is assumed for the territories neighboring on the residential houses, rest areas of the micro-districts and residential groupings, school areas, playgrounds of the preschool - 10 dBA for existing residential construction - 5 dBA for daylight time from 7 hour till 23 hour - 10 dBA. Health and safety during construction and operation. It is required to follow the requirements of the SNiP 3.06.04-91 Construction Safety)) during the execution of works. The personal protective equipment shall comply with the applicable GOSTs (apron under the GOST 12.4.029, rubber gloves under the GOST 20010, respirator "The Petal" under the GOST 12.4.028, gloves under the GOST 12.4.010, goggles under the GOST 12.4.013 and breathing mask of B type or B with filter, helmets). The construction site shall be kept in a safe, clean and good sanitary state. The "Contractor" shall bear the responsibility for cleanup of the site from garbage, construction waste and household rubbish and their removal to the municipal solid waste landfill (MSW). The "Contractor" shall be guided by the SanPiN N43.01.016.97 in that regard. In addition, it is necessary to carry out the routine inspection of the machinery and equipment for purpose of the trouble shooting and observance of the time of repair, training and instruction of the workers engaged in maintenance of the machinery, tools and equipment on safe methods and techniques of work. Electricity guiding technical documents especially designated for construction of 35/10(6) кV electrical stations: (a) rules of installing the electrical equipment at the substations; (b) fire protection of buildings and facilities (МСÐ? 2.02-01-97); (c) Regulation of installing antilightning devices (РД 34.21.122-87); Transformer stations (ТМП 407-03-450.87); and (d) modernized 35/10(6) кV electrical stations (ТП 407-03-438.87). PUBLIC CONSULTATION Identify when / On February 19, 2014, in order to allow all interested parties to where the public provide comments and feedback, the EMP Checklist was published on consultation the Severelecrto website (http://www.severelectro.kg), on the website process took place Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energo.gov.kg), and on website of Supervisory Council under the Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energoforum.kg). The public consultation took place on February 26, 2014 in Severelectro’s headquarter (address: Lebedinovka village, Chkalova street 3). INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING Will there be any None capacity building? 19 PART 2: ENVIRONMENTAL /SOCIAL SCREENING Activity Status Triggered Actions I. Building rehabilitation [] Yes [ X] No See Section A below J. Minor new construction [ X] Yes [] No See Section A below Will the site K. Individual wastewater treatment system [ ] Yes [X] No See Section B below activity L. Historic building(s) and districts [ ] Yes [X] No See Section C below include/involve any of the M. Acquisition of land3 [ ] Yes [X] No See Section D below following?? N. Hazardous or toxic materials4 [] Yes [X ] No See Section E below O. Impacts on forests and/or protected areas [ ] Yes [X] No See Section F below P. Handling / management of medical waste [ ] Yes [X] No See Section G below Q. Traffic and Pedestrian Safety [X] Yes [] No See Section H below 3 Land acquisitions includes displacement of people, change of livelihood encroachment on private property this is to land that is purchased/transferred and affects people who are living and/or squatters and/or operate a business (kiosks) on land that is being acquired. 4 Toxic / hazardous material includes but is not limited to asbestos, toxic paints, noxious solvents, removal of lead paint, etc. 20 PART 3: ACTIVITY PARAMETER MITIGATION MEASURES CHECKLIST 0. General Notification and (g) The local construction and environment inspectorates and communities have been Conditions Worker Safety notified of upcoming activities (h) The public has been notified of the works through appropriate notification in the media and/or at publicly accessible sites (including the site of the works) (i) All legally required permits have been acquired for construction and/or rehabilitation (j) The Contractor formally agrees that all work will be carried out in a safe and disciplined manner designed to minimize impacts on neighboring residents and environment. (k) Workers’ PPE will comply with international good practice (always hardhats, as needed masks and safety glasses, harnesses and safety boots) (l) Appropriate signposting of the sites will inform workers of key rules and regulations to follow. A. General Air Quality (g) During interior demolition debris-chutes shall be used above the first floor Rehabilitation and (h) Demolition debris shall be kept in controlled area and sprayed with water mist to /or Construction reduce debris dust Activities (i) During pneumatic drilling/wall destruction dust shall be suppressed by ongoing water spraying and/or installing dust screen enclosures at site (j) The surrounding environment (sidewalks, roads) shall be kept free of debris to minimize dust (k) There will be no open burning of construction / waste material at the site (l) There will be no excessive idling of construction vehicles at sites Noise (c) Construction noise will be limited to restricted times agreed to in the permit (d) During operations the engine covers of generators, air compressors and other powered mechanical equipment shall be closed, and equipment placed as far away from residential areas as possible Water Quality (b) The site will establish appropriate erosion and sediment control measures such as e.g. hay bales and / or silt fences to prevent sediment from moving off site and 21 causing excessive turbidity in nearby streams and rivers. Waste management (f) Waste collection and disposal pathways and sites will be identified for all major waste types expected from demolition and construction activities. (g) Mineral construction and demolition wastes will be separated from general refuse, organic, liquid and chemical wastes by on-site sorting and stored in appropriate containers. (h) Construction waste will be collected and disposed properly by licensed collectors (i) The records of waste disposal will be maintained as proof for proper management as designed. (j) Whenever feasible the contractor will reuse and recycle appropriate and viable materials (except asbestos) B. Individual Water Quality (d) The approach to handling sanitary wastes and wastewater from building sites wastewater treatment (installation or reconstruction) must be approved by the local authorities system (e) Before being discharged into receiving waters, effluents from individual wastewater systems must be treated in order to meet the minimal quality criteria set out by national guidelines on effluent quality and wastewater treatment (f) Monitoring of new wastewater systems (before/after) will be carried out (g) Construction vehicles and machinery will be washed only in designated areas where runoff will not pollute natural surface water bodies. PART 4: 22 PART 4: MONITORING PLAN Area What Where How When Why Cost Who (Is the (Is the (Is the parameter to be (Define the (Is the parameter (if not (Is parameter parameter monitored?) frequency / being monitored?) included in responsible to be to be or project for monitored monitore continuous? budget) monitoring?) ?) d?) ) Air quality Dust, Survey Visual monitoring During Air pollution Operation Contractor, smog, on site works prevention costs waste during SE burning works Daily Air pollution Technical Car Regula rtechnical During Air pollution Operation Contractor, from improper condition parking inspection works prevention costs SE maintenance of area equipment Daily On site Construction Constructi Onsite Regular inspection Weekly Prevention of Operation Contractor wastes on wastes environmental costs PIU pollution by wastes Toxic materials Toxic onsite Regular inspection Weekly Prevention health Operation Contractor and wastes materials impacts and costs environmental PIU Oil pollution Noise Noise Onsite Regular inspection Daily Prevention of health Operation Contractor, level impacts and costs PIU, disturbance for the Sanitary local population inspection Worker’s safety Workers Works Accident register Permanent To protect workers Construction Contractor, 23 and health safety sites Training register ly safety and health costs Construction Inspection, Organize adequate PIU works planning Material transport Are the Job site / Supervision Unannounc Avoid dust and split of Construction Contractor truck municipal ed fine material costs loads streets inspections Road police covered or during Avoid damage and wetted? work pollution of municipal Complianc routes e with legislation (restricted working hours; haul routes) dust suppressio n methods where required 24 Attachment 2.1. Location of the site No 2. Attachment 2.2. Overview of the parking area 25 26 Site 2.FIELD VISIT CHECKLIST for site No. 2 Project Name: ESARIP Date/time of Visit: 10.01.2014 District: Oktyabr region, on Suerkulova st. Visitors: Deputy Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov PIU Manager Mr. Marat Abdykasymov WB energy projects consultant Mr. Zamir Chargynov Location: South - Eastern part of Bishkek Obtain a site map or make a sketch: Please see the attached site map. Locate site on local map or indicate area: It is located in Oktyabr region, on Suerkulova st., near the Orto-Say market (open air type). Current activity and site history: Who is the site contact (name, position, contact information)? Contact persons are: JSC Severelectro Deputy Technical Director Mr. Mambetjanov Azamat (cell phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone 0312 33 85 35) JSC Severelectro PIU Manager Mr. Abdykasymov Marat (cell phone 0555 74 25 39; work phone 0312 33 33 93; severpiu@mail.ru). What is the area of the site to be used for project activities? Total area is 0.15 hectare. What are current uses of the site? Currently it is temporary parking area. What were previous uses of the site (give dates if possible)? Before 2014 the site has been in a lease and used as parking area. Environmental Situation Are there sensitive sites nearby (nature reserves, cultural sites, historical landmarks)? No. Is anything known about the geology/hydrology of the site? Are there water courses on the site? Low groundwater level. What is the terrain or slope? There is no any slope. Basically it is flat area. Does the site experience flooding, waterlogging or landslides? Are there signs of erosion? No. What are the neighboring buildings (e.g., schools, dwellings, industries) and land uses? There are temporary trade shops (pavilions) of Orto Say market, existing apartment buildings and the new ones under construction, cafés, restaurants, barber shops, and other small and medium size business sites. Estimate distances. From 50 to 100 meters to the closest buildings. But the proposed 35 kV substation will be of closed type and should not have any affect to neighboring buildings and sites. Will the proposed site affect transportation or public utilities? No. Licenses, Permits and Clearances: Please see attached permits and all other necessary documents. Does the site require licenses or permits to operate the type of activity proposed? Are these available for inspection? 27 All required licenses and permits are available for inspection. What environmental or other (e.g., health, forestry) authorities have jurisdiction over the site? No any authority has jurisdiction over the site except for the Municipality. Soils: What is the ground surface (agricultural land, pasture, etc.)? It is no agricultural land and pasture, the ground surface is hard (mainly block-stones and asphalt). Will the project damage soils during construction or operations? No. Biological environment: Describe vegetation cover on the site. There is no vegetation cover on the site, mainly block-stones and asphalt. Is there information about rare or threatened flora and fauna at or near the site? If yes, would the project have an impact or increase risk to the species? No. Note potential negative impacts on biota if project proceeds. The Project implementation will not have any negative impact on biota. Visual Inspection Procedures Try to obtain a site map or make a sketch to mark details. Please see attached map of these area. Take photos, if permitted. Photos are enclosed. Walk over as much of the site as possible, including boundaries, to note adjacent activities. On the north east side – the Suerkulov St ., apartment buildings, on the west side – an aisle (walking pass way), cafés, restaurants, barber shops, on the south side - temporary trade shops (pavilions), etc. Note any odors, smoke or dust emissions, standing water, etc. No. 28 Site 3. EMP Checklist for site No. 3 PART 1: STITUTIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE Country Kyrgyz Republic Project title Electricity Supply Accountability and Reliability Improvement Project Scope of project The Project Development Objective: The project development and activity objective is to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the project area and strengthen the governance of the company’s operations. Project activity: Construction of "Bishkek" 110/35/10/6кV electrical substation Institutional WB Project Local Counterpart and/or arrangements (Project Team Management: Recipient: (Name and Leader) PIU Manager contacts) Ani Balabanyan Mr. Marat JSC Severelectro Deputy Abdykasymov Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov (cell phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone: 0312 33 85 35) Implementation Safeguard Local Local Contractor: arrangements Supervision: Counterpart Inspectorate To be (Name and The supervision Supervision: Supervision: specified contacts) activities will be None State after performed by SE Inspection for tendering and PIU environment and technical safety SITE DESCRIPTION Name of site Currently it is paled construction area. Describe site It is located in the central part of Attachment 1: Site Map location capital city, on the crossing of Ogonbayev and Osmonkul streets, near the Ala-Archa river Who owns the Municipality land? LEGISLATION Identify national & Applicable standards in construction of electrical substations. local legislation & Currently in Kyrgyz Republic mostly old standards approved during permits that apply the soviet time are in place. to project activity Noise standards. The level of the noise is determined according to the norms of the SNiP (construction norms and rules) 11-12-77 ((Noise 29 Protection)). The limit of noise exposure at the distance of two meters from the buildings faced to the noise sources in compliance with the SNiP is 70 dBA. The maximum allowable noise level is assumed for the territories neighboring on the residential houses, rest areas of the micro-districts and residential groupings, school areas, playgrounds of the preschool - 10 dBA for existing residential construction - 5 dBA for daylight time from 7 hour till 23 hour - 10 dBA. Health and safety during construction and operation. It is required to follow the requirements of the SNiP 3.06.04-91 Construction Safety)) during the execution of works. The personal protective equipment shall comply with the applicable GOSTs (apron under the GOST 12.4.029, rubber gloves under the GOST 20010, respirator "The Petal" under the GOST 12.4.028, gloves under the GOST 12.4.010, goggles under the GOST 12.4.013 and breathing mask of B type or B with filter, helmets). The construction site shall be kept in a safe, clean and good sanitary state. The "Contractor" shall bear the responsibility for cleanup of the site from garbage, construction waste and household rubbish and their removal to the municipal solid waste landfill (MSW). The "Contractor" shall be guided by the SanPiN N43.01.016.97 in that regard. In addition, it is necessary to carry out the routine inspection of the machinery and equipment for purpose of the trouble shooting and observance of the time of repair, training and instruction of the workers engaged in maintenance of the machinery, tools and equipment on safe methods and techniques of work. Electricity guiding technical documents especially designated for construction of 35/10(6) кV electrical stations: (a) rules of installing the electrical equipment at the substations; (b) fire protection of buildings and facilities (МСÐ? 2.02-01-97); (c) Regulation of installing antilightning devices (РД 34.21.122-87); Transformer stations (ТМП 407-03-450.87); and (d) modernized 35/10(6) кV electrical stations (ТП 407-03-438.87). PUBLIC CONSULTATION Identify when / On February 19, 2014, in order to allow all interested parties to where the public provide comments and feedback, the EMP Checklist was published on consultation the Severelecrto website (http://www.severelectro.kg), on the website process took place Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energo.gov.kg), and on website of Supervisory Council under the Ministry of Energy and Industry of KR (www.energoforum.kg). The public consultation took place on February 26, 2014 in Severelectro’s headquarter (address: Lebedinovka village, Chkalova street 3). INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING Will there be any None capacity building? 30 PART 2: ENVIRONMENTAL /SOCIAL SCREENING Activity Status Triggered Actions R. Building rehabilitation [] Yes [ X] No See Section A below S. Minor new construction [ X] Yes [] No See Section A below Will the site T. Individual wastewater treatment system [ ] Yes [X] No See Section B below activity U. Historic building(s) and districts [ ] Yes [X] No See Section C below include/involve 5 any of the V. Acquisition of land [ ] Yes [X] No See Section D below following?? W. Hazardous or toxic materials 6 [] Yes [X ] No See Section E below X. Impacts on forests and/or protected areas [ ] Yes [X] No See Section F below Y. Handling / management of medical waste [ ] Yes [X] No See Section G below Z. Traffic and Pedestrian Safety [ ] Yes [X] No See Section H below 5 Land acquisitions includes displacement of people, change of livelihood encroachment on private property this is to land that is purchased/transferred and affects people who are living and/or squatters and/or operate a business (kiosks) on land that is being acquired. 6 Toxic / hazardous material includes but is not limited to asbestos, toxic paints, noxious solvents, removal of lead paint, etc. 31 PART 3: ACTIVITY PARAMETER MITIGATION MEASURES CHECKLIST 0. General Notification and (m) The local construction and environment inspectorates and communities have been Conditions Worker Safety notified of upcoming activities (n) The public has been notified of the works through appropriate notification in the media and/or at publicly accessible sites (including the site of the works) (o) All legally required permits have been acquired for construction and/or rehabilitation (p) The Contractor formally agrees that all work will be carried out in a safe and disciplined manner designed to minimize impacts on neighboring residents and environment. (q) Workers’ PPE will comply with international good practice (always hardhats, as needed masks and safety glasses, harnesses and safety boots) (r) Appropriate signposting of the sites will inform workers of key rules and regulations to follow. A. General Air Quality (m) During interior demolition debris-chutes shall be used above the first floor Rehabilitation and (n) Demolition debris shall be kept in controlled area and sprayed with water mist to /or Construction reduce debris dust Activities (o) During pneumatic drilling/wall destruction dust shall be suppressed by ongoing water spraying and/or installing dust screen enclosures at site (p) The surrounding environment (sidewalks, roads) shall be kept free of debris to minimize dust (q) There will be no open burning of construction / waste material at the site (r) There will be no excessive idling of construction vehicles at sites Noise (e) Construction noise will be limited to restricted times agreed to in the permit (f) During operations the engine covers of generators, air compressors and other powered mechanical equipment shall be closed, and equipment placed as far away from residential areas as possible Water Quality (c) The site will establish appropriate erosion and sediment control measures such as 32 e.g. hay bales and / or silt fences to prevent sediment from moving off site and causing excessive turbidity in nearby streams and rivers. Waste management (k) Waste collection and disposal pathways and sites will be identified for all major waste types expected from demolition and construction activities. (l) Mineral construction and demolition wastes will be separated from general refuse, organic, liquid and chemical wastes by on-site sorting and stored in appropriate containers. (m) Construction waste will be collected and disposed properly by licensed collectors (n) The records of waste disposal will be maintained as proof for proper management as designed. (o) Whenever feasible the contractor will reuse and recycle appropriate and viable materials (except asbestos) B. Individual Water Quality (h) The approach to handling sanitary wastes and wastewater from building sites wastewater treatment (installation or reconstruction) must be approved by the local authorities system (i) Before being discharged into receiving waters, effluents from individual wastewater systems must be treated in order to meet the minimal quality criteria set out by national guidelines on effluent quality and wastewater treatment (j) Monitoring of new wastewater systems (before/after) will be carried out (k) Construction vehicles and machinery will be washed only in designated areas where runoff will not pollute natural surface water bodies. PART 4: 33 PART 4: MONITORING PLAN Area What Where How When Why Cost Who (Is the (Is the (Is the parameter (Define (Is the parameter (if not (Is parameter to parameter to to be monitored?) the being monitored?) included responsible be monitored?) be frequency in project for monitored?) / or budget) monitoring? continuous ) ?) Air quality Dust, smog, Survey on Visual monitoring During Air pollution Operation Contractor, waste burning site during works prevention costs works SE Daily Air pollution from Technical Car parking Regular technical During Air pollution Operation Contractor, improper condition area inspection works prevention costs maintenance of SE equipment On site Daily Construction Construction Onsite Regular Weekly Prevention of Operation Contractor wastes wastes inspection environmental costs PIU pollution by wastes Toxic materials Toxic onsite Regular Weekly Prevention health Operation Contractor and wastes materials inspection impacts and costs environmental PIU Oil pollution Noise Noise level Onsite Regular Daily Prevention of health Operation Contractor, inspection impacts and costs PIU, disturbance for the Sanitary local population inspection Worker’s safety Workers safety Works sites Accident register Permanent To protect workers Constructi Contractor, 34 and health Training register ly safety and health on costs Constructio n Organize Inspection, adequate works PIU planning Material transport Are the truck Job site / Supervision Unannoun Avoid dust and split of Constructi Contractor loads covered municipal ced fine material on costs or wetted? streets inspection Road police Compliance s during Avoid damage and with work pollution of municipal legislation routes (restricted working hours; haul routes) dust suppression methods where required 35 Attachment 3.1.Location of the site No. 3 Attachment 3.2. Overview of the construction area 36 37 FIELD VISIT CHECKLIST Project Name: ESARIP Date/time of Visit: 06.02.2014 District: Pervomay Visitors: Deputy Technical Director Mr. Azamat Mambetjanov PIU Manager Mr. Marat Abdykasymov WB energy mission members Location: Central part of Bishkek Obtain a site map or make a sketch: Please see the attached site map. Locate site on local map or indicate area: It is located in the central part of capital city, on the crossing of Ogonbayev and Osmonkul streets, near the Ala-Archa river. Current activity and site history: Who is the site contact (name, position, contact information)? Contact persons are: ï‚· JSC Severelectro Deputy Technical Director Mr. Mambetjanov Azamat (cell phone: 0555 00 51 83; work phone 0312 33 85 35) ï‚· JSC Severelectro PIU Manager Mr. Abdykasymov Marat (cell phone 0555 74 25 39; work phone 0312 33 33 93; severpiu@mail.ru). What is the area of the site to be used for project activities? Total area is 0.23 hectare. What are current uses of the site? Currently it is paled construction area. What were previous uses of the site (give dates if possible)? Before it was vacant / neglected area. Environmental Situation Are there sensitive sites nearby (nature reserves, cultural sites, historical landmarks)? No. Is anything known about the geology/hydrology of the site? Are there water courses on the site? Low groundwater level. What is the terrain or slope? There is a slight slope, ground is ragged here and there. Does the site experience flooding, waterlogging or landslides? Are there signs of erosion? No. What are the neighboring buildings (e.g., schools, dwellings, industries) and land uses? There are temporary trade shops (pavilions), office buildings across the road. Estimate distances.From50 to 100 meters to the closest buildings. Will the proposed site affect transportation or public utilities? No. Licenses, Permits and Clearances: Please see attached documents. Does the site require licenses or permits to operate the type of activity proposed? Are these available for inspection? All required licenses and permits will be available within shortest delay for inspection. What environmental or other (e.g., health, forestry) authorities have jurisdiction over the site? The Municipality and State body on environmental safety. Soils: 38 What is the ground surface (agricultural land, pasture, etc.)? It is no agricultural land and pasture, the ground surface is regular. . Will the project damage soils during construction or operations? No. Biological environment: Describe vegetation cover on the site. There is no vegetation cover on the site. Is there information about rare or threatened flora and fauna at or near the site? If yes, would the project have an impact or increase risk to the species? No. Note potential negative impacts on biota if project proceeds. The Project implementation will not have any negative impact on biota. Visual Inspection Procedures Try to obtain a site map or make a sketch to mark details. Please see attached map of these area. Take photos, if permitted. Photos are enclosed. Walk over as much of the site as possible, including boundaries, to note adjacent activities. On the north– small sports site, on the west– Ogonbayev str., on the east – Ala-Archa river. Note any odors, smoke or dust emissions, standing water, etc. No. Recommended Mitigation Measures Confirm proposed mitigation measures or provide recommendations for satisfactory mitigation measures. 39 40 Minutes of meeting EMP Public Consultation, village Lebedinovka, February 26, 2014. 41 42 43 Copy of a letter to Ministry of Energy and Industry of Kyrgyz Republic 44 45 Copy of a letter to Supervisory Council under the Ministry of Energy and Industry of Kyrgyz Republic 46 47 Copy of a letter to State Inspection on Ecological and Technical Safety under the Government of Kyrgyz Republic 48 49