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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1) Project Fact Sheet and Project Description Summary
Project Title Homonhon Chromite, Lateritic Nickel and Iron Ores Mining Project
Project Location Barangays Cagusu-an, Pagbabangnan, Casuguran and Culasi, Homonhon Island, Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Proponent Cambayas Mining Corporation
Office Address 1502 Trade and Financial Tower, 7
th Avenue corner 32
nd Street,
Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Representative Mr. Yan Ming
Designation Chairman and CEO
Contact Persons
Mr. Alfred C. Tan (EVP/ General Manager)
Engr. Francisco J. Arañez, Jr. (VP for Operations)
Project Cost PhP 338,833,000.00
Details Covered by ECC No. 9510-
010-301C Expansion Project Coverage
Project Name Homonhon Chromite Project Homonhon Chromite, Lateritic Nickel and Iron Ores Mining Project
Project Location
Barangays Cagusuan and Casuguran, Homonhon Island, Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Barangays Cagusu-an, Pagbabangnan, Casuguran and Culasi, Homonhon Island, Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Project Proponent Peng Cheng Metallic Resources Corporation/ Cambayas Mining Corporation
Cambayas Mining Corporation
Project Size 810 Hectares 3,516.2015 hectares (total contract area per MPSA No. 292-2009-VIII)
Type of Project Mining Project – Extraction of Metallic Ore
Mining Project – Extraction of Metallic Ore
Annual Extraction Rate
748,800 MT run of mine ore for Chromite Mining Operation
5,000,000 WMT ore for Lateritic Nickel and Iron Mining Operation 748,800 MT run of mine ore for Chromite Mining Operation
Annual Production Rate
120,000 MT chromite concentrate
120,000 MT chromite concentrate
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2) Process Documentation of the Conduct of EIA (EIA Team, EIA Study Schedule & Area,
EIA Methodology, Public Participation)
Terms of Reference of the EIA Study
Cambayas Mining Corporation (CMC) commissioned individual and in-house preparers to
conduct an Environmental Impact Assessment and prepare an Environmental Performance
Report and Management Plan (EPRMP) for the Homonhon Chromite, Lateritic Nickel and Iron
Ores Mining Project located within barangays Cagusu-an, Pagbabangnan, Casuguran and
Culasi, Homonhon Island, Municipality of Guiuan, Province of Eastern Samar. This EPRMP
evaluates the existing environmental and socio-economic condition of the project site as well
as the assessment and evaluation of impacts of the project and propose mitigating and
enhancement measures to address these impacts. The preparation of this report is also
based on the latest Compliance Monitoring Report (CMR), Self Monitoring Report (SMR)
submission of the proponent and Multi-partite Monitoring (MMT) Report.
This EPRMP will guide CMC to implement environmental management strategies for all the
stressors that will be generated in the operation of Homonhon Chromite, Lateritic Nickel and
Iron Ores Mining Project. These strategies would determine the kind of development that will
be allowed within the project site.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the following
issuances:
DMC 2010-014 Standardization of Requirements and Enhancement of Public
Participation in the Streamlined Implementation of the
Philippine EIS System
DMC 2011-005 Incorporating Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate
Change Adaptation (CCA) concerns in the Philippine EIS
System
EMB MC 2014-005 Guidelines for Coverage Screening and Standardized
Requirements under the Philippine Environmental Impact
Statement System (PEISS) amending relevant portion of MC
2007-002
EMB MC 2010-002 Clarification to DENR Memorandum Circular No. 2010-14
and other EIS System Policy Issuances
Per Annex A of EMB MC 2014-005, the project falls under Category A, extraction of metallic
ore (onshore) with an annual extraction rate of ≥ 100,000 MT and an area ≥ 25 hectares.
Primary data (pertinent project information) has been provided by the project proponent and
actual sample gathering while secondary data has been compiled by conducting researches
on different government agencies and other resources available. Pertinent project information
was gathered by the EIA Team including actual observation of the existing conditions of the
project site.
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EIA TEAM
Cambayas Mining Corporation as represented by Mr. Alfred C. Tan, its Executive Vice
President and General Manager, has commissioned individual component consultants for the
preparation of this Environmental Performance Report and Management Plan (EPRMP). EIA
Team consists of the following:
Name Field
Engr. Francisco J. Arañez, Jr. In-house Consultant Mining Engineering/ Geology
Engr. Ernesto M. Flores IPCO-129 Team Leader / Environmental Mgt.
For. Jose Paulo E. Devanadera IPCO-052 Terrestrial / Environmental Mgt.
Faustito A. Aure In-house Consultant Sociology
Alejandro A. Belen In-house Consultant Marine Team Leader
Bernabe M. Almandres In-house Consultant Reef Fish Communities
Oscar E. Empeño, Jr. In-house Consultant Mangroves and Seagrasses
Marlan L. Marcia In-house Consultant Fisheries
Lawrence A. Aporto In-house Consultant GIS
EIA STUDY SCHEDULE
A comprehensive characterization of the baseline environment was conducted in the Project
Area. The study covered the physical (geology, pedology, topography, air quality, noise, and
water quality), biological (terrestrial and aquatic ecology), and socio-economic environment of
the area.
Field surveys and primary baseline data gathering for all study modules were conducted on
July 17-19, 2014 and September 12-19, 2014.
EIA STUDY AREA
The study areas in general are the primary and secondary impact areas. The primary impact
area is concentrated within the MPSA No. 292-2009-VIII and the stretch of shoreline
(extending up to 50-meters from the shoreline) where the aforementioned claim is situated.
Consideration in identifying the primary impact areas were based on where the development
and operation is situated. Such areas will be most likely affected by the impacts of the project
during its construction and operation phases.
The secondary impact area is extended to the vicinity of the whole island of Homonhon, sea
extending up to 150 meters from the shoreline where the claim is situated and the
Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. The secondary impact area was defined in
consideration of the possible social, health and economic impacts of the project during its
operational phase.
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Figure 1: Location of Project Site (MPSA Area) showing Primary Impact Areas
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EIA METHODOLOGY
The EIA study was done to organize the technical components of the project as well as to
identify the specific requirements of the proposed mining project by considering the
environmental, economic, social, and institutional factors. All necessary requirements were
documented through primary and secondary data gathering, scientific analyses and
recommendations based on actual approaches were used to complement the study. The
methodology employed in this assessment is summarized in Table 1.
Table 1: The Environmental Impact Assessment Methodology.
Module Descriptive Methodology
Terrestrial Ecology Random Plot Method and Transect Walk
Strip-Census Method , Mist Netting, Trapping Method, Ethno-
Zoological Surveys, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and
Secondary Information in the identification and assessment
Soils Composite grab soil sampling
Secondary data gathering
Geology Secondary data gathering from different offices and
institutions
Site visit for validation of secondary data
Review of the field exploration results
Water Quality / Hydrology
/Hydrogeology
In-situ analysis for DO, pH, Temperature, TDS, Conductivity,
Resistivity; Drainage Area Method for Stream flow Estimates
Ambient Water Grab Sampling and submission to DENR
Accredited 3rd Party Laboratory for analysis (TSS, COD,
O&G, Heavy Metals, Total and Fecal Coli)
Watershed Delineation and Secondary Data
Air Quality and Noise;
Meteorology
High Volume Ambient Sampling (TSP, PM10, Heavy Metals)
Bubbler Method (SO2, NO2)
Direct Reading (Noise)
Secondary Data
Freshwater Ecology Water and sediment sampling for plankton and benthic
organisms
Marine Ecology Marine Ecology was assessed using the following methods:
Manta Tow Survey and Line Intercept for benthic profiling and
coral reef characterization;
Fish Visual Census (FVC) for reef fish communities and
fisheries;
Quadrat Sampling for mangrove areas; and
Quadrate-Transect method for Seagrass Resources
Socio-economic Site reconnaissance; Secondary data gathering from LGUs,
government/ private institutions, online sources; Perception
Survey, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), Public Scoping
Public Scoping was conducted to assess the coverage of the EIA study for the proposed
project. It was initially scheduled on 15 July 2014 but due to cancellation of flights because of
Typhoon Glenda, EIA team and proponent representatives from Manila were not able to
travel. Prior to typhoon, Officials and representatives from host barangays were in Guiuan for
their regular meeting with the Municipal Officials. They were also stranded in the mainland
due to the typhoon. The proponent requested that the scoping activity be conducted in
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Tacloban which were granted by the official and representatives of the host barangays
together with the representative from the Mayor‘s Office of Guiuan. Said activity was
rescheduled on 17 July 2014, 10:00 A.M at Ritz Tower de Leyte, Real Street, Tacloban City.
The following issues and concerns were noted:
1. Possible land and water pollution, deforestation, and other detrimental impacts that may
be incurred from the proposed project
2. Mining activities will cause the mountains in the Homonhon Island to be later on become
a flat land
3. Excise tax issue
4. Development of host barangay and neighboring communities
5. Delineation and protection of watershed areas
6. Soil erosion and siltation of water bodies
7. Land Disturbance and Destruction
8. Siltation/sedimentation of soil coming from the upland to the estuaries
9. Loss/Depletion of Water Source
10. Soil erosion and landslides due to decrease in forest cover and mining activities
11. Seek assistance to provide medical personnel (doctor/nurse) in the community hospital
12. Employment opportunities
The Technical Scoping was conducted August 12, 2014, 10:00 A.M. with EMB and the EIA
Review Committee. The accomplished Technical Scoping Checklist using the newly
prescribed Scoping Checklist integrating Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change
Adaptation concerns is attached in the annex section.
3.) Summary of Baseline Characterization, Key Environmental Impacts and Management &
Monitoring Plan Contingent Liability and Rehabilitation Fund (CLRF), Mine Rehabilitation Fund
(MRF) and Environmental Trust Fund (ETF) Commitments
Baseline conditions have been considered in the formulation of the environmental management
and monitoring plan (see Table 2).
Table 2: Summary of Baseline Condition
Ecosystem Environmental Quality Status
The Land
Topography
The topography on the project site exhibits a generally flat to slightly undulating, rolling hill terrain with low relief reaching maximum peak elevation in excess of two hundred (200) meters above sea level. The plain areas are limited and confined mainly along the shoreline/ beach zone where existing barangay communities are situated.
Drainage
The area is bounded by several ephemeral streams scattered all over the vicinity that only flows from few hours or days following a rainfall. Only few intermittent and perennial streams were observed specifically the two major river channels intersecting the claim area namely, Salog and Cantelado rivers which are orientated northeast-southwest and northwest-southeast respectively. These river channels served as source of potable water for the community inhabiting south of the area.
Vegetation
The vegetation varies from very scarce to thick. The central portion of the project site displays scarce or barren land due to the previous occurrence of large scale forest fire during the 1980‘s. Aside from this, majority of the vicinity were covered by shrubs and small trees. Unfortunately, most of the existing vegetation was obliterated by the recent super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) last November 8, 2013 which
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Ecosystem Environmental Quality Status
resulted into immense decrease in vegetative cover. In addition, large forest fire also occurred on march 2014.
Land Cover Central portion of the MPSA area is an open/barren area, southwest portion on the other hand is wooded grassland while eastern portion is covered with grasses and shrubs.
Landslide Susceptibility
East portion traversing to the center of the project site is moderately susceptible to this kind of hazard. Northern portion of the project site is highly susceptible based on the landslide susceptibility hazard map from MGB (2009). These are areas have relatively steep slope.
Ground Shaking Hazard
Based on the ground shaking hazard map from MGB (2009), the project site is susceptible to ground shaking at PHIVOLCS Earthquake Intensity Scale (PEIS) VII. This scale is destructive. Most people are frightened and run outdoors. People find it difficult to stand in upper floors. Heavy objects and furniture overturn or topple. Big church bells may ring. Old or poorly-built structures suffer considerably damage. Some well-built structures are slightly damaged. Some cracks may appear on dikes, fish ponds, road surface, or concrete hollow block walls. Limited liquefaction, lateral spreading and landslides are observed. Trees are shaken strongly.
Tsunami and Flooding Hazard
Eastern boundary of the project of the project site is highly susceptible to tsunami and flooding hazards. This area is the settlement of Barangays Pagbabangnan and Culasi.
Soil Quality Soil sample is acidic category with soil pH at 5.3. Soil organic carbon and organic matter measured from the soil sample were 1.15% and 1.98%, respectively. Iron (Fe) content is very high at 223 ppm.
The Water
Bathymetry The water depths surrounding the project site ranges from 10 to 20 meters observable from approximately 500 meters from the shore.
Tides Base on the tidal station located in Tacloban City, Tidal patterns mostly showed mixed tidal cycles with minor manifestation of semi-diurnal tidal cycles for all 14-day brackets (2010 and 2012)
Currents
The Leyte-Samar area has a general southward flow, as waters coming from the Pacific enter the internal seas of the Visayan Islands. The immediate coast of the project site at the east opens to the Philippine Sea while the west side opens to the Leyte Gulf. This shows two main influences in the project site, the Pacific flow and inflow from Leyte Gulf.
Water Quality Water quality within the area is within the DENR standards
The Air
Air Quality In conformance with the NAAQS prescribed limit under Republic Act 8749 otherwise known as the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
Noise
Noise level in compliance with the DENR Ambient Noise Quality Standards Section 78 Chapter IV, Article 1 of the National Pollution Control Commission (NPCC) Rules and Regulations, 1978 standard limits.
The People
Employment Fishing, farming, employment and small business activities
Tax Revenue Increase economic growth
Population as of May 1, 2010 (NSO)
Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar 47,037
Barangay Cagusu-an 658
Barangay Casuguran 921
Barangay Culasi 439
Barangay Pagbabangnan 525
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Impacts Management Plan focuses on the identified and possible impacts of the project
throughout its implementation.
Impacts of the project will be mainly on:
1. Land
2. Water
3. Air
4. Socio – Economic
These impacts could be temporary or permanent, significant or not significant depending on the
nature of the existing quality of receptors. Such impacts could include: high level of suspended
particulates, noise associated with loading, unloading and drilling operations and negative
aesthetic impacts.
Project Impacts are classified into the three stages:
1. Pre-Construction Phase
2. Construction Phase
3. Operational Phase
4. Abandonment/ Rehabilitation Phase
Studies showed comparison between no–project and with project has formed a Summary matrix
of Environmental Issues and Impacts, to enable the EIA team conclude and analyze
environmental degradation and/or improvements.
The analysis briefly presents the main environmental issues and possible impacts scenarios.
Ratings of Impacts are qualitative only.
Table 3: Summary of Environmental Issues / Impacts
Phase Environmental Parameter Without Project
Scenario With Project
Scenario
Pre-Construction
Reliability of water availability M M
Reliability of water quality M M
Land acquisition and resettlement N N
Disturbance of economic activities N B
Construction
Disturbance of land use N N
Hindrance (noise, air, traffic, etc) due to construction activities
M M
Loss of Vegetation M S
Operation
Public Health M S
Sufficient water supply M M
Contamination of steam channels M M
Water Logging and Sanitation N M
Water supply competition M M
Legend: S – Significant Impact M – Moderate Impact N – No impact B – Beneficial
Matrix of Impacts Management Plan (IMP) for the entire project in compliance to the prescribed
format in the Revised Procedural Manual (RPM) for DAO 03-30 (Annex 2-17 of the RPM) is
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presented in Table 4 Environmental Monitoring Plan (EMoP) focuses on the residual wastes
incurred by the project‘s operation. Matrix of the EMoP following format of Annex 2-20 of the RPM
for DAO 03-30 for the entire project is presented in Table 5.
Project Environmental Monitoring and Audit Prioritization Scheme (PEMAPS) following format of
Annex 2-7d of the RPM for DAO 03-30 is attached in the Annex Section of this Report.
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Table 4: Summary of Impacts Management Plan
Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
I. PRE-CONSTRUCTION/ CONSTRUCTION/ DEVELOMENT PHASE
Environmental Aspect # 1
The Land Depletion of land and soil resources
Avoid material excesses during the construction of various facilities
Implement proper inventory of construction materials
Apply alternative construction materials to non-critical infrastructures
Use construction materials that are locally-available
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Clearing of vegetation
Minimize clearing to the areas to be mined
Adopt progressive mining and rehabilitation Proponent
Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Increased erosion
Minimize unnecessary earth movement
Establishment of construction buffer zones and containment barriers
Construction of rip-raps and embankment protection
Begin phase construction on the projects to minimize soil exposure
Install major erosion control measures prior to any clearing, grubbing, and earthmoving
Proper management of road tracing activities to prevent massive soil erosion problems
Use engineered fills in place of loose, uncompacted materials and engineered cuts to minimize or eliminate vertical slopes
Proper location of stockpile areas to minimize haul distances and disturbances of natural vegetation
Benching of quarry operations
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Impact on Streams and coastal Waters from erosion
Environmental best practice in the handling and proper management practices for the handling of fuels and oils will be implemented;
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational
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Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
and
Sedimentation
periodic checks and maintenance of vehicles and equipment will be enforced;
procedures on the proper disposal of used oil will also be observed
Expenses
Environmental Aspect # 2
The Water Possible siltation of nearby water bodies
Fast-track construction activities (embankment protection, foundation laying)
Provide alternative drainages or channeling for affected water bodies
Establishment of construction buffer zones and containment barriers
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Groundwater and surface water contamination
Establishment of an industrial waste collection system to collect and process waste
Proper disposal of plastic containers that have been used for chemicals
Provision of septic sanitation facilities in the camp and construction areas
Ecological Waste Management
Segregation of compostable materials from the non-biodegradable and provision of compost pits; and selling of recyclables
When construction is completed, the Contractor should clean up the construction site by removing all equipment and buildings and carry out site remediation work
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Silt plumes carried through streambeds and natural waterways may end up in coastal waters and contaminate coral reefs and seagrass beds
Construction of drainage system and Installation of sediment control structures that include sediment filters and silt curtains.
Stabilization slopes in all mine areas. Proponent
Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
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Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
Environmental Aspect # 3
The Air Dust emission Sprinkling of water when necessary Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Emission from power generator, vehicles, and other motorized engines
Regular maintenance of power generator, vehicles and other motorized engines
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Noise generation from heavy equipment, trucks and stationary sources
Provision for muffler/silencer for heavy equipment and stationary sources
Ensure access areas have sufficient distance and buffer areas from nearest community
Enforce standard speed for trucks and vehicles
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
Environmental Aspect # 4
The People
Fear of loss of land, livelihood, marine resources and loss of shoreline.
Conduct of IEC that the project will not affect sources of livelihood. This includes engagement in social activities within the host communities
Hiring of local workers
Support mangrove stewardship arrangements
Support to establishment and effective management of fish sanctuaries and marine reserves with the involvement of communities
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Development and Operational Expenses
II. OPERATION PHASE
Environmental Aspect # 1
The Land
Generation of solid and other hazardous wastes (i.e. used oil, fluorescent bulbs, etc.)
Segregation of hazardous wastes from regular wastes
Storage of hazardous items on sealed, sturdy, and properly-marked containers
Hauling of hazardous items by duly-licensed waste service providers
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Removal of ecologically and economically important species ;
Clearing and quarry activities will be in phases, based on the required production for a certain period. Immediately after exhaustion of the ores in a given area, rehabilitation will be conducted to minimize exposure of disturbed areas.
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
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Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
Possible loss of habitat and change in land use/ topography/ landscape due to clearing/cutting of vegetation
Rehabilitation will be a progressive activity rather than an end-of-mine action
Environmental Aspect # 2
The Water
Water resource depletion and competition for supply
Monitor regularly the daily water abstraction rate
Surface water collection and recycling
Managed water distribution
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Storm water and Surface run-off
Implementation of water utilization and conservation programs
Provision for settling ponds and silt traps Proponent
Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Possible siltation of nearby water bodies
Fast-track construction activities (embankment protection, foundation laying) of mine facilities and mine access roads to minimize possible siltation
Provide alternative drainages or channeling for affected water bodies
Establishment of construction buffer zones and containment barriers
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Groundwater and surface Water contamination
Establishment of an industrial waste collection system to collect and process waste
Proper disposal of plastic containers that have been used
Provision of septic sanitation facilities in the camp and construction areas
Ecological Waste Management
Segregation of compostable materials from the non-biodegradable and provision of compost pits; and selling of recyclables
When construction is completed, the Contractor should clean up the construction site by removing all equipment and
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
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Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
buildings and carry out site remediation work to illuminate possible contamination
Silt and sediment plumes carried through streambeds and natural waterways may end up in coastal waters and contaminate coral reefs and seagrass beds;
Construction of a Siltation Control System to include series of sabo dams in gullies, series of siltation ponds in mining areas and layers of silt curtains at the outlets of the water disposal system and drainage canals.
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Progressive deterioration of coastal water quality through increasing turbidity and TSS.
Installation and adoption of coastal water quality and habitat condition monitoring system using marine baseline information; this will include periodic monitoring of HAB-causing phytoplankton.
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Oil and grease contamination in coastal waters especially in dock area;
Implementation of oil and grease recovery system; Implementation of clean practices; Prohibition of bilge water dumping when ships are docked. All latrines are efficiently fitted with wastewater filtering system;
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Contamination of coastal waters with wastewater from mine facilities;
Wastewater from mine site are diverted to settling ponds and treated appropriately.
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Overexploitation/ utilization of marine habitats & resources
Support fisheries management programs prescribed in the overall Municipal ICRN Plan to ensure fish stock reproduction and habitat restoration;
Support adoption of income-generating livelihood projects involving women in fisheries and strengthening organized fisher groups;
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
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Project Phase / Environmental
Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact Options for Prevention or Mitigation* or Enhancement Responsible
Entity Cost
Guarantee / Financial
Arrangements
Support advocacy and IEC for responsible fishing practices;
Support marine turtle monitoring to determine presence of turtle nesting sites
Environmental Aspect # 3
The Air Dust emission
Sprinkling of water during dry season to avoid nuisance dust
Provision for top cover of haul trucks
Observance of speed limit
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Noise generation from heavy equipment, trucks and stationary sources
Provision for muffler/silencer for heavy equipment and stationary sources
Ensure access areas have sufficient distance and buffer areas from nearest community
Enforce standard speed for trucks and vehicles
Proponent Cost included to operations
Included in the Operational Expenses
Environmental Aspect # 4
The People
Employment Opportunities
Give priority to local qualified residents Proponent n/a n/a
Traffic Provision for signage Provision for traffic aide when necessary
Proponent n/a n/a
III. ABANDONMENT / REHABILITATION PHASE
Land, Water, Air and People
Possible residual waste not mitigated after the end of operation.
Not rehabilitated areas after mining operation
Implement progressive rehabilitation to minimize areas open for mining operation at any given time
Measures to be implemented shall be stipulated in EPEP, FMR/DP and SDMP
Proponent EPEP, FMR/DP and SDMP costs
Mine Rehabilitation Fund and other Financial Guarantee
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Table 5. Summary of Environmental Monitoring Plan for the Entire Operation
Key Environmental
Aspects per Project Phase
Potential Impacts Per
Environmental Sector
Parameter to be
Monitored
Sampling & Measurement Plan Lead
Person
Annual Estimated
Cost
EQPL Range MANAGEMENT MEASURE
Method Frequency Location Alert Action Limit Alert Action Limit
I. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Land
Solid waste generation
Quantity Visual daily Solid waste staging area
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
HW generation Quantity Visual daily HW staging area
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
Water
Siltation TSS
Grab sampling; Gravimetric Method for laboratory analysis
As required
Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Included in the development cost
Surface Water Quality
pH In-situ/ pH meter As required
Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Included in the development cost
Air
Noise Sound/ Noise level
Sound/ Noise meter
Quarterly Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
Ambient Air Quality
PM10, TSP, SO2, NO2
RA 8749 sampling and analyses methodology: High Volume, Gas Bubbler Griess-Saltzman, Gas Bubbler Paparosaline for TSP& PM10, NO2, SO2, respectively
Quarterly Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
People Health and safety
Accident Visual Regular Area facility Safety Included in the SHP cost
II. OPERATIONAL PHASE
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Key Environmental
Aspects per Project Phase
Potential Impacts Per
Environmental Sector
Parameter to be
Monitored
Sampling & Measurement Plan Lead
Person
Annual Estimated
Cost
EQPL Range MANAGEMENT MEASURE
Method Frequency Location Alert Action Limit Alert Action Limit
Land Solid Waste Generation
Quantity
Collection, storage and disposal shall be in accordance with RA 9003
Daily Materials Recovery Facility
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
Water
Water Quality TSS and Oil & Grease
Grab sampling; Gravimetric Method for laboratory analysis of TSS and Gravimetric Method (Petroleum Ether Extraction) for Oil and Grease
Quarterly Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
Surface Water Quality
pH In-situ/ pH meter As required
Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Included in the development cost
Air
Ambient Air Quality
PM10, TSP, SO2, NO2
RA 8749 sampling and analyses methodology: High Volume, Gas Bubbler Griess-Saltzman, Gas Bubbler Paparosaline for TSP& PM10, NO2, SO2, respectively
Quarterly Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
Stack Emission PM, SOx, NOx
RA 8749 sampling and analyses methodology for
Quarterly Stack sampling port
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
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Key Environmental
Aspects per Project Phase
Potential Impacts Per
Environmental Sector
Parameter to be
Monitored
Sampling & Measurement Plan Lead
Person
Annual Estimated
Cost
EQPL Range MANAGEMENT MEASURE
Method Frequency Location Alert Action Limit Alert Action Limit
PM, SOx, NOx
People Health and safety
Accident Visual regular Area facility Safety Officer
Included in the SHP cost
III. ABANDONMENT PHASE
Land Solid Waste Generation
Quantity Visual daily Solid waste staging area
Mgmt. Dependent on contract for third party provider
Water Water quality degradation
TSS, Oil and Grease
Grab sampling; Gravimetric Method for laboratory analysis of TSS and Gravimetric Method (Petroleum Ether Extraction) for Oil and Grease
As required
Specified Sampling Stations
Mgmt. Dependent on contract for third party provider
Air
Noise Sound/ Noise level
Sound/ Noise meter
As required
Specified Sampling Stations
Mgmt. Dependent on contract for third party provider
Dust and smoke emission
PM10, TSP, SO2, NO2
RA 8749 sampling and analyses methodology: High Volume, Gas Bubbler Griess-Saltzman, Gas Bubbler Paparosaline for TSP& PM10, NO2, SO2, respectively
Quarterly Specified Sampling Stations
PCO Dependent on contract for third party provider
People Health and safety
Accident Visual daily Area facility Mgmt. Included in the SHP cost
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CONTINGENT LIABILITY AND REHABILITATION FUND (CLRF)
CLRF is an environmental guarantee fund mechanism to ensure just and timely compensation for
damages and progressive and sustainable rehabilitation for any adverse effect a mining operation
or activity may cause.
The CLRF shall be in the form of the Mine Rehabilitation Fund and the Mine Waste and Tailing
Fess as stipulated in the Mining Act and shall be administered by the CLRF Steering Committee.
MINE REHABILITATION FUND (MRF)
A Mine Rehabilitation Fund (MRF) shall be established and maintained by proponent as a
reasonable environmental deposit to ensure availability of funds for the satisfactory compliance
with the commitments and performance of the activities stipulated in the EPEP/AEPEP during
specific project phase. For the lateritic nickel and iron ores extraction MRF shall be increased if
necessary.
The MRF shall be deposited as a Trust Fund in a Government depository bank and shall be used
for physical and social rehabilitation of areas and communities effected by mining activities and
for research on the social, technical and preventive aspects of rehabilitation.
The MRF shall be in two forms, namely:
a) Monitoring Trust Fund (MTF). This Fund shall be initiated by the Contractor/Permit Holder and
shall be deposited in a mutually acceptable Government depository bank for the exclusive
use in the monitoring program approved by the MRF Committee.
The MTF shall be in cash and in an amount to be determined by the MRF Committee which
shall not be less than the amount of Fifty Thousand Pesos (PhP 50,000.00) to cover
maintenance and other operating budget for the transportation and travel expenses, cost of
laboratory analysis, cost of supplies and materials, cost of communication services, cost of
consultancy work and other reasonable expenses incurred by the monitoring team.
Authorization for the disbursement from the MTF shall only be given by the designated
representatives of both the MRF Committee and the Contractor/Permit Holder.
Replenishment of this amount shall be done monthly to correspond to the expenses incurred
by the monitoring team for the month.
b) Rehabilitation Cash Fund (RCF). The Contractor/Permit Holder shall set up a RCF for a
designated amount to ensure compliance with the approved rehabilitation activities and
schedules for specific mining project phase, including research programs as defined in the
EPEP/AEPEP. It shall be equivalent to ten percent (10%) of the total amount needed to
implement the EPEP or Five Million Pesos (P5,000,000.00), whichever is lower. It shall be
deposited as a Trust Fund in a mutually agreed Government depository bank in four (4) equal
quarterly deposits within fifteen (15) calendars days from the beginning of each quarter of the
first year following the approval of the EPEP.
In the event of withdrawals from RCF, the Contractor shall annually replenish the RCF so as
to maintain the minimum required amount.
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MINE WASTE AND TAILING FEES (MWTF)
MWTF are fees collected semiannually from each operating mill tailing it generated for the
specified period. The amount of fees collected shall accrue to a Mine Waste and Tailings (MWT)
Reserve Fund and shall be deposited in a Government depository bank to be used for a payment
of compensation for damages caused by any mining operations. The MWT Reserve Fund shall
also be utilized for research project duly approved by the CLRF Steering Committee which is
deemed necessary for the promotion and furtherance of its objectives.
MWTF shall be P0.05/MT of Mine Waste produced and P0.10 Mill Tailing Generated from milling
operation.
ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST FUND (ETF)
Environmental Trust Fund (ETF) is guarantee instrument, which will be used to compensate
aggrieved parties for any damages to life or property, undertake community-based environmental
programs and conduct environmental research aimed at strengthening measures to prevent
environmental damage and to finance restoration and rehabilitation of environmental quality
caused by the project. This could be in the form of insurance, letters of credit, trust fund, other
financial instruments and other similar guarantee instruments. ETF shall be increased for the
lateritic nickel and iron ores mining.