Bensa Daye 132kV Power Transmission Line and Substation Project have been selected by EEP as its key priority project to meet the growing demand in the area. It will address the need to transfer the energy generated to areas of residential consumption located in and around different woreda. The fundamental objective of this ESIA was to provide a means whereby the overall environmental performance of the project can be enhanced through identification of potentially beneficial and adverse impacts associated with project implementation and subsequent operation. It is also to adopt measures to enhance beneficial impacts and to avoid, minimize, or offset adverse impacts.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1. Objectives of the ESIA Study
1.2. Approach and Methodology
1.2.1. Definition of the Study Area
1.2.2. Characteristics of the project
1.2.3. Collection and review of Available Information
1.2.3.1. Field Investigation
1.2.3.2. Stakeholder Engagement
1.2.3.3. Description of the Baseline Environment
1.5.4. Structure of the Report
2. Project Description
2.1. General
2.2. Project Back ground
2.3. Location of the Project Area
2.2. Salient Features of the Project
2.2.1. Transmission Line
2.2.2. Towers
2.2.3. New Substations at Bensa Daye
2.2.4. Construction Phase Activities
2.2.5. Access Roads
2.3. Land Required for the Project
2.4. Requirements for Raw Materials/Construction Materials
2.5. Construction Power Requirements
2.6. Water Supply Requirements
2.7. Labour Requirements
2.8. Construction Facility
2.9. Contractors’ Machinery and Equipment
2.10. Testing and Commissioning
2.11. Operation and Maintenance
2.12. Decommissioning
3. Environmental Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework
3.1. Constitution of Ethiopia
3.2. Relevant Environmental and Sectoral Policies, Plan and Strategies
3.2.1. Ethiopia’s Climate Resilient Green Economy (CRGE) Strategy
3.2.2. 10 Years Development Plan of Ethiopia
3.3. Proclamations, Regulations and Directives
3.3.1. Environmental Impact Assessment Proclamation No. 299-2002
3.3.2. Environmental Pollution Control Proclamation No. 300-2002
3.3.3. Establishment of Environmental Protection Organs (Proclamation No. 295/2002)
3.3.4. Solid Waste Management Proclamation No. 513/2007
3.3.5. Directive on Overhead Electric Lines and Quality of supply (no. EEA/1/2005
3.3.6. Labour Proclamation 156/2019
3.4. Environmental Guidelines
3.4.1. EIA Guideline, 2000
3.4.2. Environmental Impact Assessment Process
3.4.3. EIA Procedural Guideline, 2003
3.4.4. Guideline for Environmental Management Plan, 2004
3.5. Energy Policy, Regulation and Proclamation with Emphasis for Energy Transmission and Distribution
3.5.1. Energy Policy
3.5.2. Proclamation on Energy
3.5.3. Directive on Clearance of Overhead Electric Lines and Quality of Supply
3.5.4. Relevant Article of the Directives to the Proposed Transmission Line Projects (with voltage 132, 230 and 400kV) are described below:
3.6. Legislation Governing Land Acquisition, Compensation and Resettlement
3.6.1. The Constitution of Ethiopia
3.6.2. Proclamation on Expropriation of Landholding (Proclamation No.1161/2019)
3.6.3. Council of Ministers Regulations No. 472/2020
3.6.4. Rural Land Administration and Land Use proclamation No. 456/2005
3.7. Regional and International / Multilateral Agreement
3.8. International Lenders Requirements
3.8.1. IFC Performance Standards and EHS Guidelines
3.8.2. The World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF)
3.8.3. Performance Standards for Private Sector Activities (OP 4.03)
3.9. Institutional Framework
4. Baseline Conditions
General
4.1. Physical Environment
4.1.1. Topography, Landform and Climate
4.1.2. Land use and Land cover
4.1.3. Soils
4.1.4. Water resource
4.1.5. Air Quality
4.2. Biological Environment
4.2.1. Flora
4.2.2. Fauna
4.2.3. Avifauna
4.3. Socio-Economic Environment
4.3.1. Demographic Characteristics
4.3.2. Ethnic Composition and Language
4.3.3. Religious Composition
4.3.4. Settlement Pattern and Housing
4.4. Household Economic Activity
4.4.1. Livelihood and Economic Activities
4.4.2. Crop production
4.4.3. Livestock
4.4. Health Facilities
4.4.1. . Health Personnel in project Woredas
4.4.2. Top Ten Diseases
4.5. Education Services
4.6. Source of Water Supply
4.7. Access to Electric Power
4.8. Transportation Service
4.9. Gender Issues
4.10. Vulnerable Groups
4.11. Archaeological, Natural, Cultural and Historical Heritage
4.12. NGO’s working in the Project Area
5. Environmental and Social Impact and Mitigation Measures
5.1. General
5.2. Beneficial Impacts
5.3. Adverse Impacts on the Physical Environment
5.3.1. Impact on Soil and Erosion of Earthworks
5.3.2. Impacts on Water Resources
5.3.3. Noise and Vibration Impact
5.3.4. Impacts on Air due to Particulate Matters Emissions
5.4. Adverse Impacts on Biological Environment
5.4.1. Impact on Flora
5.4.2. Impact on Wetlands
5.5. Adverse Impacts on Socio-Economic Environment
5.5.1. General
5.5.2. Expropriation of Farmland and Grass Land
6. Analysis of Project Alternatives
6.1. Project Alternatives
Option I
Option II
Option III
Options Comparison
7. Stakeholders’ Consultation
7.1. Objectives and Agenda of Stakeholders Consultation and Disclosure
7.2. Main Findings of Stakeholders Consultation
7.3. Consultation Meetings with Project Affected People and Community Members
7.3.1. Project Affected People and Community Members Raised Comments
7.3.2. Project Affected People and Community Members Raised Questions
7.3.3. Regarding the Project Posetive Subjects
7.3.4. Regarding the Project Adverse Subjects
7.4. Consultation Meetings with Women
7.5. Consultation Meetings with Local Officials
7.51. Raised Comment and Issues Linked with the Previous Transmission Line Project in the Area
7.5.2. Local Officials Raised Questions
7.5.3. Regarding the Positive Subjects
7.5.4. Regarding the Adverse Impact Subject
7.6. Disclosure
8. Environmental and Social Management Plan
8.1. General
8.2. Pre-construction Phase
8.2. Construction Phase
8.3. Commissioning Phase
8.4. Operational Phase
8.5. Institutional Arrangement for Implementing the ESMP
8.5.1. The EEP’s Environmental Social Affairs Office
8.5.2. The Contractor
8.5.3. The Supervision Consultant
8.5.4. The Regional Land Administration and Environmental Protection Office
8.6. Grievance Redress Mechanism
8.7. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
9. Environmental Monitoring Plan
9.1. General Considerations
9.2. Monitoring During Construction Phase
9.3. Monitoring During Operation Phase
10. INSTITUTIONALARRANGEMENTFOR ESMP IMPLEMNTATION
11. INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITIES, STREGTHENING, TRAINING AND REPORTING
11.1. Institutional Capacities and Training
11.2. Training and Capacity Building for contractor personnel
11.3. Reporting and Disclosure
12. GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM
13. ESTIMATED MITIGATION COSTS
14.1. CONCLUSIONS
14.2. Recommendations
Reference
Project Goals and Scope
The primary objective of the Bensa Daye 132kV Power Transmission Line and Substation Project ESIA is to assess, identify, and mitigate potential environmental and social impacts arising from the project's construction and operation, ensuring the development remains sustainable and socially responsible while meeting the local demand for electricity.
- Provision of reliable power to the Bensa Daye area to support local industry and domestic use.
- Evaluation and mitigation of environmental impacts on physical and biological resources within the project corridor.
- Assessment of land expropriation, resettlement requirements, and compensation strategies for affected households and institutions.
- Implementation of health, safety, and social management plans to address grievances, community concerns, and labor-related risks.
Excerpt from the Book
2.2.2. Towers
The towers shall be self-supported steel lattice type single circuit tower. The lattice Steel tower have been used for lines from 35kV through 765kV and has been used where larger loads, more line to ground clearance, or longer spans are desired. Lattice structures tend to be used in rural open, unpopulated areas where spans can be lengthened. Towers come in many small pieces. Each of the many pieces must be separately manufactured. At the site, each piece must be tracked, accounted for and assembled in to the finished tower. Tower loading should be calculated according to IEC60826 and EN 50341-1. All the towers will be designed for long basic spans, thus reducing the costs for Cement and insulators considerably.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the regional context, the urgent need for electricity in the Sidama region, and the scope and methodology used for the ESIA study.
2. Project Description: This section details the technical specifications, requirements, and construction phases for the Bensa Daye 132kV transmission line and the new associated substation.
3. Environmental Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework: An analysis of the national and international legal instruments, policies, and regulations that the project must comply with regarding land, energy, and environmental standards.
4. Baseline Conditions: This chapter establishes the existing environmental and socio-economic situation, covering physical, biological, and human settlement data in the project vicinity.
5. Environmental and Social Impact and Mitigation Measures: Identification of potential beneficial and adverse impacts, accompanied by specific mitigation strategies to address physical, biological, and socio-economic risks.
6. Analysis of Project Alternatives: An evaluation of different technical options for the transmission project to find the most cost-effective solution while minimizing adverse environmental and social impacts.
7. Stakeholders’ Consultation: Provides an account of the community consultations performed, detailing the feedback, questions, and concerns raised by local affected people and officials.
8. Environmental and Social Management Plan: Outlines the responsibilities and structured management actions required to ensure mitigation measures are implemented effectively during the project's lifespan.
9. Environmental Monitoring Plan: Defines the systematic monitoring protocols to verify that the project adheres to environmental guidelines and to address any unforeseen impacts.
10. INSTITUTIONALARRANGEMENTFOR ESMP IMPLEMNTATION: Describes the institutional roles and responsibilities essential for overseeing the project's environmental and social management.
11. INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITIES, STREGTHENING, TRAINING AND REPORTING: Focuses on building necessary skills and reporting mechanisms to manage environmental and social performance throughout the project cycle.
12. GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM: Explains the established protocols for receiving, recording, and resolving grievances from affected communities.
13. ESTIMATED MITIGATION COSTS: Provides a comprehensive budget breakdown for all environmental and social management, training, and compensation activities.
14.1. CONCLUSIONS: Presents final concluding remarks on the project's feasibility and importance for regional economic development.
Keywords
ESIA, Bensa Daye, Transmission Line, Substation, Environmental Impact, Social Management Plan, Ethiopia, Sidama Region, Compensation, Land Acquisition, Resettlement, Stakeholder Consultation, Biodiversity, 132kV, Sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core purpose of this study?
The study provides a comprehensive environmental and social impact assessment for the Bensa Daye 132kV power transmission line and substation, identifying necessary mitigation measures to ensure project sustainability.
What are the primary fields of concern covered by the document?
The document addresses physical environment (soil, water, air, noise), biological environment (flora, fauna, avifauna), and socio-economic conditions (demographics, land use, infrastructure, and health).
What is the main objective of the project?
The objective is to improve electricity access in the Bensa Daye area, supporting economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for rural residents currently dependent on expensive, polluting methods like kerosene lamps.
Which methodologies are employed to evaluate the project?
The study adheres to EPA guidelines, utilizing secondary data reviews, field investigations, stakeholder engagement, and consultative meetings with project-affected people to establish baseline data and impact assessments.
What topics are encompassed in the report's main section?
The main sections cover project technical descriptions, legal and institutional frameworks, environmental baseline conditions, identified potential impacts (positive and negative), mitigation measures, and social management strategies.
What are the key terms that define this report?
Key terms include ESIA, 132kV Transmission Line, Resettlement, Compensation, Stakeholder Consultation, Environmental Management Plan (EMP), and Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM).
How is the grievance mechanism structured to support affected communities?
A multi-stage procedure is defined where complaints can be registered verbally or in writing through designated committees at the Woreda level, with clear escalation paths if the initial resolution is unsatisfactory.
What specific provision is made for the protection of biodiversity near the cables?
The report includes specific mitigation steps against bird electrocution and collision, such as utilizing safe pylon designs and installing high-visibility markers to prevent avian fatalities.
- Citation du texte
- Yohannes Almaw (Auteur), Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the 132 kV Power Project in Bensa Daye, Ethiopia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1224527
