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Initial Environmental Evaluation Initial Environment Evaluation Report Document Stage: Draft Project Number 38456 July 2011

PAK: MFF for Power Distribution Enhancement Investment Program Tranche -1 Extension /Augmentation of Existing Grid Stations, Procurement/Installation of Capacitors Prepared by Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO), Government of Pakistan for the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Initial Environmental Evaluation Report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB’s Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature.

Pakistan: Power Distribution Enhancement Investment Program MFF Project

INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION

Extension /Augmentation of Existing Grid Stations, Procurement/Installation of Capacitors

Tranche 1

Submitted to

Asian Development Bank

July , 2011

by

Faisalabad Electric Supply Company Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

(Loan 2438-PAK)

Power Distribution Enhancement Investment Program Tranche-1 FESCO Initial Environmental Examination

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ABBREVIATIONS

ADB Asian Development Bank BC Before Construction BOD Biological Oxygen Demand CSP Country Strategy Program DC During Construction DFO Divisional Forest Officer DO Dissolved Oxygen DISCO Distribution Company DIZ Direct Impact Zone DoF Department of Forests EA Environmental Assessment EARF Environment Assessment Review Framework EAAC Environmental Assessment Advisory Committee EPA Environmental Protection Agency EIA Environment Impact Assessment EMP Environmental Management Plan FESCO Faisalabad Electric Supply Company GDP Gross Domestic Product GIS Gas Insulated Switchgear GOP Government of Pakistan DGS Distribution Grid Station GSS Grid Sub-Station GSC Grid Station Construction (Department) GSO Grid Station Operation (Department) GENCO Generating Company GWh Gega Watt Hour HT High Tension IEE Initial Environmental Examination IBIS Indus Basin Irrigation System Km Kilometer KV Kilo Volts KWh Kilo watt hour LAA Land Acquisition Act (of 1984) LARP Land Acquisition and Resettlement Plan LT Low Tension Leq Equivalent sound pressure level MPL Maximum permissible level MVA Mega Volt Ampere MW Mega Watts NEQS National Environmental Quality Standards NGO Non Governmental Organization O& M Operation & Maintenance PC Public consultation PCB Poly Chlorinated Biphenyl PEPA Punjab Environmental Protection Agency PEPAct Pakistan Environment Protection Act 1997 (as regulated and amended) PPMS Project Performance Monitoring System REA Rapid Environmental Assessment RP Resettlement Plan SIA Social Impact Assessment S-P Subproject SR Sensitive Receiver STG Secondary Transmission & Grid TL Transmission line TOR Terms of Reference WAPDA Water & Power Development Authority


Table of Contents

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1.0 INTRODUCTION 1

1.1 Overview & Background 1

1.2 Scope of the IEE Study and Personnel 4

2.0 Policy and Statuary Requirements in Pakistan 5

2.1 Statutory Framework 5

2.1.1 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997 5 2.1.2 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA 5 2.1.3 National Environmental Quality Standards 6 2.1.4 Other Relevant Laws 7 2.2 Structure of Report 7 3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT 8

3.1 FESCO Existing System 8

3.1.1 FESCO Area 9

3.2 Categorization of the Project 9

3.3 Need/Objectives of the Project 11

3.4 Project Component 12

3.4.1 Extension of Existing Grid Station 12

3.4.2 Augmentation of Existing Grid Station 12

3.4.3 Energy Loss Reduction Works 12

3.5 Project alternatives 12

3.5.1 Management Alternatives 12

3.5.1.1 No project alternative 12

3.5.2 Sitting alternative 13

3.5.3 Technical alternatives 13

3.5.3.1 Type of Circuit Breaker 13

3.5.3.2 Type of transformer Oil 13

3.6 Location of Proposed Project Works 14

3.7 Proposed Schedule for Implementation 14

4.0 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT 15

4.1 Physical Environment 15

4.1.1 Physiography and Geology 15

4.1.2 Meteorology and Climate ( Temperature, Rainfall, Humidity) 16

4.1.3 Ambient Air Quality 16

4.1.4 Noise 17

4.2.1 Surface Water Resources 17

4.2.2 River Water Quality 18

4.2.3 Groundwater Resources 18


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4.2.4 Groundwater Quality 19

4.3 Ecological Resources 21

4.3.1 Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquatic Biology 21

4.3.2 Terrestrial Habitats, Forests and Protected Species 21

4.3.3 Environmental Hotspots 21

4.4 Economic Development 21

4.4.1 Agriculture 21

4.4.2 Horticulture 22

4.4.3 Livestock 22

4.4.4 Industry 22

4.4.5 Transportation 22

4.5 Social and Cultural Resources 22

4.5.1 Population Communities and Employment 23

4.5.2 Education and Literacy 24

4.5.3 Health Facilities 24

4.6 Cultural Heritage and Community Structure 24

5.0 SCREENING POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 25

5.1 Project Location 25

5.1.1 Impact Assessment and Mitigation 25

5.1.2 General Approach to Mitigation 25

5.1.3 Cultural Heritage, Mosques, Religious Sites, and Social Infrastructure 26

5.2 Potential Environmental Impacts in construction 26

5.2.1 Encroachment, Landscape and Physical Disfiguration 26

5.2.2 Cut and fill and waste disposal 27

5.2.3 Trees, Ecology and Protected Areas 27

5.2.4 Hydrology, Sedimentation, Soil Erosion 27

5.2.5 Air Pollution from earthworks and transport 27

5.2.6 Noise, Vibration and Blasting 28

5.2.7 Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal, Communicable Diseases 28

5.3 Potential Environmental Impacts in operation 29

5.3.1 Air pollution and noise from the enhanced operations 29

5.3.2 Pollution from oily run-off, fuel spills and dangerous goods 29

5.4 Enhancement 30

6.0 INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 31

7.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 34


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7.1 Approach to Public Consultation 34

7.2 Public Consultation Process 34

7.3 Results of Public Consultation 34

8.0 CONCLUSIONS 35

8.1 Findings and Recommendations 35

8.2 Summary and Conclusions 36


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Figures and Maps

Figure 1.1 Pakistan EIA Process

Figure 1.2 Jurisdiction of FESCO System

Figure 3.1 Location of project component .

Attachments

Attachment 1 Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan (matrix)

Attachment 2 Summary of Public Consultation

Name Designation Initial Date

Prepared by Muhammad Sharif Malik Dy. Manager

(Environment & Safeguard)

Supervised by Tariq Mehmood Manager Procurement

Authorized by Masood-ul-Hassan Naqvi Chief Engineer Development

PMU FESCO Faisalabad


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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1. Overview 1. This document is the Initial Environmental Examination for the Power Distribution Enhancement

Project Phase- –I Project proposed by proposed by Faisalabad Electricity Supply Company; (FESCO) [Fig1.1 and Fig1.2]. This Subproject is to be financed under Asian Development Bank (ADB) Power Distribution and Enhancement Multi-tranche Finance Facility (PDEMFF) . The IEE has been prepared according to the ADB Guidelines.

2. Government of Pakistan (GoP) has requested ADB to provide the PDEMFF to facilitate investments in power distribution and development of networks of eight independent distribution companies (DISCOs) that distribute power to end user i.e. consumers. The funding from ADB is expected to be released in stages (tranches).The Power Distribution Enhancement (PDE) Investment Program is part of the GoP long term energy security strategy. The proposed ADB intervention will finance new investments in PDE and assist capacity building of sector related agencies. The investment program will cover necessary PDE development activities in secondary transmission / distribution networks of eight DISCOs. The PDEMFF activities include extension (additional transformers) and augmentation (replacement of transformers with higher capacity) distribution line extensions, new and replacement distribution lines, additional substations, transformer protection and other non network activities such as automatic meter reading, construction equipment and computerized accounting. New distribution lines to and from various network facilities and some of the above activities will also be included in the later trenches. The proposed PDEMFF facility has been designed to address both investment and institutional aspects in the electrical power sector.

3. This IEE presents the results and conclusions of environmental assessment for the proposed “extension/addition of transformers of 7 No existing Grid Stations , augmentation /replacement of transformers with higher capacity at 6 No Existing Grid Stations and procurement of circuit barkers’’ proposed by FESCO, and is submitted by Pakistan Electric Power Company (PEPCO) on behalf of FESCO. PEPCO has been nominated by Ministry of Water and Power (MOWP) to act as the Executing Agency (EA) with each DISCO being the Implementing Agency (IA) for work in its own area. PEPCO8s role in the processing and implementation of the investment program is that of a coordinator of such activities as preparation of PC-1s and PFRs (Periodic Financing Request), monitoring implementation activities; that includes submission of environmental assessments for all subprojects in all trenches of the PDEMFF under ADB operating procedures. An IEE has been carried out to fulfill the requirements of ADB Safeguard Policy Statement June 2009 / Environmental Assessment Guidelines (May 2003)/. This IEE study report is used to complete the Summary Initial Environmental Examination (SIEE) for disclosure by ADB if necessary.

4. The environmental assessment requirements of the GoP for grid stations and power distribution subprojects are different to those of ADB. Under GoP regulations, the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of Initial Environmental Examination and Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (2000) categorizes development subprojects into two schedules according to their potential environmental impact. The proponents of subprojects that have reasonably foreseeable impacts are required to submit an IEE for their respective subprojects (Schedule I). The proponents of subprojects that have more adverse environmental impacts (Schedule II) are required to submit an environmental impact assessment (EIA). Distribution lines and substations are included under energy subprojects and IEE is required for sub transmission / distribution lines of 11kV or less and large distribution subprojects (Schedule I). EIA is required by GoP for all subprojects involving sub transmission / distribution lines of 11kV and above and for Grid Station [DGS] substations (Schedule II).


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Figure :-1.2 Project Location showing FESCO Jurisdiction


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5. Initial subproject classification was carried out in 2009 and comes under Category “B”. Most of the construction impacts will take place with only local impacts and there are no potential significant environmental impacts associated with the execution of Tranche -1 sub-subproject . Initial environmental reconnaissance and REA carried out by consultants under ADB guidelines in May 2009 indicated that all the Tranche -1 sub-subprojects will be Category B ( Safeguard Policy Statement June 2009/ Environmental Assessment Guidelines (ADB May 2003)). Clarification has been sought from Pakistan EPA on the requirements for environmental assessment for certain energy subprojects and for sub transmission / distribution lines. A Framework of Environmental Assessment (FEA) power extensions and augmentation subprojects was prepared by ADB consultants and submitted to the Pakistan EPA. Federal Environmental Agency emphases that proponent must follow the Section 12 of the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act 1997 for all subprojects. Pakistan EPA has also assumed that all proponents will consult with the relevant provincial EPAs (PEPA) and follow their advice. In 2006 Punjab EPA requested disclosure of the scope and extent of each subproject in order that the Director General of PEPA can determine if additional land is required and the need for IEE or EIA. A review of the need for EIA/IEE for submission to GoP is therefore required by the relevant environmental protection agency, in this case the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency.

1.2. Scope of the IEE Study and Personnel

6. The Study Area included the identification of irrigation facilities, water supply, habitable structures, schools, health facilities, hospitals, religious places and sites of heritage or archaeological importance and critical areas (if any) within about 100 m of the Existing Grid Stations boundaries . The works are generally envisaged to involve extension and augmentation of existing grid stations and procurement/installation of capacitors. . Construction of the bases, foundation pads/additional bay for installation of Power Transformers will be carried out by the contractors and supervised by the FESCO management.

7. The field studies were undertaken by the subproject’s environment team and conducted preliminary scoping, survey and assessment activities, coordinated the field sampling and analysis, and were also responsible to supervise collation of information and co-ordinate the various public consultation activities. The team conducted preliminary scoping, survey and assessment activities, and carried out the report writing. The environmental team also benefited from technical support and other information on the impacts of the proposed power works provided in feasibility summaries prepared with FESCO by expert consultants dealing with engineering, power distribution, socio-economic, resettlement and institutional aspects

8. A scoping and field reconnaissance was conducted on the subproject site, during which a Rapid Environmental Assessment was carried out to establish the potential impacts and categorization of subproject activities. The methodology of the IEE study was then elaborated in order to address all interests. Subsequently primary and secondary baseline environmental data was collected from possible sources, and the intensity and likely location of impacts were identified with relation the sensitive receivers; based on the work expected to be carried out. The significance of impacts from extension/ augmentation of Existing Grid Stations, was then assessed and, for those impacts requiring mitigation, measures were proposed to reduce impacts to within acceptable limits.

9. Public consultation (PC) was carried out, in line with ADB Policy Statement/ Environmental Assessment Guidelines. Under ADB requirements the environmental assessment process must also include meaningful public consultation during the completion of the draft IEE. In this IEE the Public Consultation process included verbal disclosure regarding the sub-subproject works as a vehicle for discussion. Consultations were conducted with local families around existing Grid Stations and staff of the subproject management.


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2.0 Policy and Statuary Requirements in Pakistan

10. Direct legislation on environmental protection is contained in several statutes, namely the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (1997) the Forest Act (1927) & the Punjab Wildlife Act (1974). In addition the Land Acquisition Act (1894), also provides powers in respect of land acquisition for public purposes. There are also several other items of legislation and regulations which have an indirect bearing on the subproject or general environmental measures.

2.1 Statutory Framework

11. The Constitution of Pakistan distributes legislative powers between the federal and the provincial governments through two “lists” attached to the Constitution as Schedules. The Federal List covers the subjects over which the federal government has exclusive legislative power, while the Concurrent List contains subjects regarding which both the federal and provincial governments can enact laws. “Environmental pollution and ecology” is included in the concurrent list, hence both the federal and the provincial governments can enact laws on this subject. However, to date, only the federal government has enacted laws on environment, and the provincial environmental institutions derive their power from the federal law. The Punjab Environmental Protection Act 1996 now is superseded by the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (1997). The key environmental laws affecting this subproject are discussed below.

2.1.1 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997

12. The Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997 is the basic legislative tool empowering the government to frame regulations for the protection of the environment. The act is applicable to a wide range of issues and extends to air, water, soil, marine, and noise pollution, as well as to the handling of hazardous wastes. The key features of the law that have a direct bearing on the proposed subproject relate to the requirement for an initial environmental examination (IEE) and environmental impact assessment (EIA) for development subprojects. Section 12(1) requires that: “No proponent of a subproject shall commence construction or operation unless he has filed with the Federal Agency an initial environmental examination (IEE) or, where the subproject is likely to cause an adverse environmental effect, an environmental impact assessment (EIA) and has obtained from the Federal Agency approval in respect thereof. The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency has delegated the power of review and approval of environmental assessments to the provincial environmental protection agencies, in this case the Punjab EPA. (Fig 1.1)

2.1.2 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000

13. The Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997 (PEP Act) provides for two types of environmental assessments: Initial Environmental Examinations (IEE) and Environment Impact Assessments (EIA). EIAs are carried out for subprojects that have a potentially “significant” environmental impact, whereas IEEs are conducted for relatively smaller subprojects with a relatively less significant impact. The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2004 (the “Regulations”), prepared by the Pak-EPA under the powers conferred upon it by the PEP Act, categorizes subprojects for IEE and EIA. Schedules I and II, attached to the Regulations, list the subprojects that require IEE and EIA, respectively

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14. The Regulations also provide the necessary details on the preparation, submission, and review of IEEs and EIAs. The following is a brief step-wise description of the approval process .


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a. A subproject is categorized as requiring an IEE or EIA using the two schedules attached to

the Regulations. b. An EIA or IEE is conducted as per the requirement and following the Pak-EPA guidelines. c. The EIA or IEE is submitted to the concerned provincial EPA if it is located in the

provinces or the Pak-EPA if it is located in Islamabad and federally administrated areas. The Fee (depending on the cost of the subproject and the type of the report) is submitted along with the document.

d. The IEE/EIA is also accompanied by an application in the format prescribed in Schedule IV of the Regulations.

e. The EPA conducts a preliminary scrutiny and replies within 10 days of the submittal of a report, a) confirming completeness, or b) asking for additional information, if needed, or c) returning the report requiring additional studies, if necessary.

f. The EPA is required to make every effort to complete the IEE and EIA review process within 45 and 90 days, respectively, of the issue of confirmation of completeness.

g. Then the EPA accords their approval subject to certain conditions: h. Before commencing construction of the subproject, the proponent is required to submit an

undertaking accepting the conditions. i. Before commencing operation of the subproject, the proponent is required to obtain from

the EPA a written confirmation of compliance with the approval conditions and requirements of the IEE.

j. An EMP is to be submitted with a request for obtaining confirmation of compliance. k. The EPAs are required to issue confirmation of compliance within 15 days of the receipt of

request and complete documentation. l. The IEE/EIA approval is valid for three years from the date of accord. m. A monitoring report is to be submitted to the EPA after completion of construction, followed

by annual monitoring reports during operation.

15. Distribution lines and grid substations of 11 kV and above are included under energy subprojects in Schedule II, under which rules EIA is required by GoP. Initial environment examination (IEE) is required for distribution lines less than 11 kV and large distribution subprojects (Schedule I). A review of the need for EIA/ IEE submission is therefore required by the relevant EPA, in this case the Punjab Environment Protection Agency (EPA) as the proposed subproject is located in Punjab.

16. There are no formal provisions for the environmental assessment of expanding existing

distribution lines and grid substations but Punjab EPA have requested disclosure of the scope and extent of each subproject in order that their Director General can determine if additional land is required and the need for statutory environmental assessment1. The details of this subproject will be forwarded to the Punjab EPA, in order to commence the local statutory environmental assessment process.

2.1.3 National Environmental Quality Standards

17. The National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS) were first promulgated in 1993 and have been amended in 1995 and 2000. The following standards that are specified in the NEQS may be relevant to the Tranche 1 subprojects:

18. Maximum allowable concentration of pollutants (32 parameters) in municipal and liquid industrial

effluents discharged to inland waters, sewage treatment facilities, and the sea (three separate sets of numbers)


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19. Maximum allowable concentration of pollutants (2 parameters) in gaseous emissions from vehicle exhaust and noise emission from vehicles

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2.1.4 Other Relevant Laws

20. There are a number of other federal and provincial laws that are important in the context of environmental management. The main laws potentially affecting subprojects in this MFF are listed below.

21. The Punjab Wildlife Protection Ordinance, 1972 empowers the government to declare certain

areas reserved for the protection of wildlife and control activities within in these areas. It also provides protection to endangered species of wildlife. As no activities are planned in these areas, no provision of this law is applicable to the proposed subproject.

22. The Forestry Act, 1927 empowers the government to declare certain areas reserved forest. As

no reserved forest exists in the vicinity of the proposed subproject, this law will not affect to the proposed subproject.

23. The Antiquities Act of 1975 ensures the protection of Pakistan’s cultural resources. The Act

defines “antiquities” as ancient products of human activity, historical sites, or sites of anthropological or cultural interest, national monuments, etc. The Act is designed to protect these antiquities from destruction, theft, negligence, unlawful excavation, trade, and export. The law prohibits new construction in the proximity of a protected antiquity and empowers the Government of Pakistan to prohibit excavation in any area that may contain articles of archaeological significance. Under the Act, the subproject proponents are obligated to ensure that no activity is undertaken in the proximity of a protected antiquity, report to the Department of Archaeology, Government of Pakistan, any archaeological discovery made during the course of the subproject.

2.2 Structure of Report 24. This IEE reviews information on existing environmental attributes of the Study Area. Geological,

hydrological and ecological features, air quality, noise, water quality, soils, social and economic aspects and cultural resources are included. The report predicts the probable impacts on the environment due to the proposed subproject enhancement and expansion. This IEE also proposes various environmental management measures. Details of all background environmental quality, environmental impact / pollutant generating activities, pollution sources, predicted environmental quality and related aspects have been provided in this report. References are presented as footnotes throughout the text. Following this introduction the report follows ADB guidelines and includes:

• Description of the Subproject

• Description of Environmental and Social Conditions

• Assessment of Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures

• Environmental Monitoring Plan

• Public Consultation

• Recommendations and Conclusions


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3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

25. This chapter provides the simplified description of existing system of FESCO and various components of proposed project , salient features and location.

3.1 FESCO Existing System 26. FESCO is one of the eight DISCOs, which has been established as a result of WAPDA’s

restructuring in 1998. The key Technical Data of FESCO’s System is provided in the following table:

Table 3.1:- FESCO’s Technical Data

1 Area Jurisdiction Sq. Km 44,247

2 132 KV Grid Station No 53

3 66 KV Grid Station No 26

4 Private Grid Stations No 13

5 Peak load demand(2009 - 2010 Year) MW 2,298

6 Units Purchased 2009-10 GWh 9,291

7 Units Sold 2009-10 GWh 8,317

8 Technical & Distribution losses Percentage 10.48

9 Transmission Lines 132 KV Km 1,540.75

10 Transmission Lines 66KV Km 1,296

11 HT Line Km 35,543

12 LT Line Km 23,235

13 HT line Feeders Nos 758

14 Domestic consumption Million Unit 3,691

15 Domestic consumers(30-06-2010) No. 2,504,756

16 Commercial consumption Million Unit 472

17 Commercial consumers No. 299,925

18 Industrial consumption Million Unit 2,852

19 Agricultural consumption Million Unit 1,041

20 Agricultural consumers No. 33,347

Data Source; FESCO Business Plan 2010-2011


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3.1.1: -FESCO Area 27. The area within the FESCO network comprises, the following districts of the Punjab Province:-

1. Faisalabad

2. Toba Tek Singh

3. Jhang

4. Chiniot

5. Sargodha

6. Mandi Bahaudin

7. Khushab

8. Mianwali

9. Bhakkar

Figure 3.1 presents a map of the FESCO System. 3.2 Categorization of the Project

28. Categorization is based on the most environmentally sensitive component of a sub project. The

aspects of the with potential significant environmental impacts need to be assessed in detail and this environmental assessment , has therefore focused on the significant impacts possible from the construction activities of the subproject

3.3 Need/Objectives of the Project 29. The conditions of the power transmission system in Pakistan are inadequate to meet rapidly

growing demand for electrical power. This situation limits national development and economic growth. To cope with the constraints, the existing power transmission infrastructure has to be improved, expanded and upgraded. The overall contribution of power infrastructure also requires institutional arrangements and capacity that support strategic management of the sector, and planning and management of investments. Overall the proposed PDEMFF facility has been designed to address both investment and institutional aspects in the electrical power sector.

30. The overarching objectives of the “ Power Distribution Enhancement Investment Program

Tranche-I” Project is increase the efficiency, reliability and Quality of electric supply. The project aims to achieve:-

• Strengthening of electricity transmission network to reduces bottle necks and improve system reliability or quality.

• Strengthening of electricity distribution network to reduce losses and improvement in supply.

• This will be achieved by extension/augmentation of grid station, provision of capacitors, 11kv incoming/outgoing couples, circuit brakes & electric equipment


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Figure 3.1 FESCO Existing System and proposed project location


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3.4 Project Components

31. In total span of loan period, cover 7 no existing grid stations are extended by addition of 20/26 MVA Power transformers & construction of bays, while 6 no. grid stations are to be augmented with power transformers of higher capacity. List of project components along with cost is as under:-

Table:- 3.2 Component of Sub -Project

Sr. No.

Sub-Project Components District Cost Rs. In Million

Type of Project

Scope of work

1 132 KV Grid Station Kad Lathi

Sargodha 120.41 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

2 132 KV Grid Station Jhang-II

Jhang 109.35 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

3 132 KV Grid Station Gojra Toba Tek Sigh

87.23 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

4 132 KV Grid Station Wan Bhachran

Mianwali 87.23 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

5 132 KV Grid Station HB Shah

Jhang 120.41 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

6 132 KV Grid Station Sardarpur Noon

Sragodha 10.26 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

7 132 KV Grid Station Lalian Chiniot 89.64 Extension Addition of 26 MVA Transformer

8 132 KV Grid Station Old Thermal Plant FSD

Faisalabad 92.1 Augmentation Installation of 40 MVA Transformer

9 132 KV Grid Station Chiniot Road FSD


10 132 KV Grid Station Sammundri Road FSD


11 132 KV Grid Station Narwala Road FSD


12 132 KV Grid Station Factory Area FSD


13 132 KV Grid Station Ludawala

Sargodha 64.89 Augmentation Installation of 40 MVA Transformer

14 Procurement of Capacitor 303.68

15 Rehabilitation 426.68

16 System Modernization 201.64

Total 2081.65


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3.4.1 Extension of Existing Grid Station

32. Currently existing grid stations have one 132 Kv/11Kv transformers of 10/13 MVA capacity. Several new factories/industrial units are coming in the area and existing power transformers at the grid station does not have enough extra capacity. Therefore an other Power Transformers of 26 MVA capacity are proposed to be added at grid stations. The existing grid station has ample space for the new transformers bay and associated equipment. Therefore no additional land will be required for the extension of the grid station

3.4.2 Augmentation of Existing Grid Station

33. Transformers installed at existing grid station as well as 11 Kv feeder originating from, are fully loaded and the system cannot cater additional load. Maintaining the desired voltage level is also a problem. In order to address these problems, 40 MVA Power Transformers are proposed to be installed at the grid stations replacing the existing transformers. No additional land will need to be acquired for proposed works at the grid stations, since no new line bay or transformer bay will be added and the new transformer will use existing bay

3.4.3 Energy Loss Reduction Works

34. The power distribution system in the FESCO network is generally heavily loaded resulting in low

voltage, high distribution losses and high rate of transformers failure. The quality of the power supply to the consumers particularly at the tail and of the feeders is poor. The reasons for high distribution transformers failure include over loading due to growth in number of consumers and electricity demand. The lengthy feeders particularly in the rural area are also a reason for high distribution losses and low voltage. In order to solve above problems equipment for system modernization and rehabilitation is required.

3.5 Project alternatives. 3.5.1 Management Alternatives. 3.5.1.1 No project alternative.

35. Electricity demand has been increasing during the past several years, and this trend is expected to continue as a result of the on-going economic uplift in the country. The key factors fueling the increasing power demand include increasing population, rapid urbanization, industrialization, improvement in per capita income and village electrification. In order to match the increasing trend in the power demand, regular investments in various segments of the power network generation, transmission, and distribution is vitally important. Otherwise, the gap between the supply and demand will keep on increasing.

36. The proposed project seeks to upgrade the secondary transmission and grid network of the FESCO system. Extension , augmenting, converting, or upgrading the existing of grid stations will provide the requisite relief to the over-loaded system, while also accommodating additional load. The proposed works will also reduce the line losses and power breakdowns.

37. In case the proposed project is not undertaken, the FESCO system will not be able to cope with the increasing demand, the existing system will remain over-loaded, line losses will also remain high, and the system reliability will progressively decrease, with increasing pressure on the system. The Utility will also forego the opportunity of increasing its consumers as well as revenue associated with the system expansion.

In view of the above, the “no project” option is not a preferred alternative.


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3.5.2 Sitting alternative. 38. Project is planned to be executed in existing grid station, hence sitting alternatives is not

considered.

3.5.3 Technical alternatives. 3.5.3.1 Type of Circuit Breaker.

39. Traditionally, oil-filled circuit breakers used to be installed at the 132-Kv and 11-Kv levels. Under this subproject , vacuum type Sulfur Hexafluoride circuit breakers are being procured . These breakers have very effective arc-quenching characteristics, compared to the old oil-type breakers. Therefore, these modern circuit breakers are the preferred option for the proposed project.

40. The environment aspects of the oil-filled circuit breakers essentially pertain to the of soil and water containment caused by the possible oil leakage. For the FESCO’s proposed Project, vacuum type Sulfur Hexafluoride circuit breakers would be installed at the grid stations

3.5.3.2 Type of transformer Oil.

41. Traditionally transformers oil is meant for providing insulation and cooling of the transformers winding – used to contain poly-chlorinated biphenyls (PCB), a man-made chemical known for its highly toxic, and more importantly, chemically very stable. Hence this chemical would not decompose or disintegrate naturally. Due to this property of PCB, it was included in a group of chemicals collectively known as persistent organic pollutants (POP’s).

42. Although, production and use of the PCB containing transformer oil is not allowed anymore in the west, it is still being used locally. In view of their extremely harmful effects however, use of this oil is not preferred option for all applications, including the proposed project. FESCO’s specifications for the procurement of transformers clearly mention that the transformer oil should be PCB-free. Hence the equipment purchased as part of this project would be PCB-free.

Table 3.4: - Technical Data of Power Transformers

1 Type of Power Transformer 132/11.5 KV,31.5/40 MVA

2 Maximum noise level lower/upper rating (db) 70/80

3 Permissible temperature rise (degree centigrade)

Winding(measured with resistance meter) 55

Top of oil( measured with thermometer) 50

4 Humidity Tolerance 100 %

5 Altitude 1000 meters above mean sea level

6 Auxiliary service

Type of system 3 Phase -4 Wire

Rated frequency 50 HZ

7 Power rating 1.5 time loading capacity

8 Transformer oil Free from water, sediments, ,PCB & petroleum fraction

Dielectric strength Not more than 40 KV


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3.6 Location of Proposed Project Work

43. This IEE has included field reconnaissance of the proposed sites of Extension /Augmentation of Existing Grid Stations spread over territory of FESCO . Jurisdiction Fig 3.1 presents the location of Grid Stations.

3.7 Proposed Schedule for Implementation

44. Designs arrangements, access, review of environmental management and construction processes could take several months. When the detailed designs are completed, tendering and award of contract will take place. Civil works pertaining to foundation, shipment of equipment & its installation will commence before testing of equipment. The implementation schedule for Tranche 1 is presented as follow

Implementation Schedule For Tranche -1 FESCO

Sr. no

Description 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 I II III IV I II III IV I II III IV I II

1 Design

2 Preparation of bidding documents

3 Invitation of bids , evaluation and award of contracts

4 Civil Works

5 Manufacturing &shipment of Equipment

6 Installation & errection

7 Testing & commissioning


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4.0 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

45. This Section describes environmental conditions of the project area before the commencement

of the proposed activities. The environmental baseline data addresses the physical and biological aspects of the project area. Since the proposed project components are located in different parts of the FESCO area, a generic overview of the environmental conditions of this entire area is presented. In view of the absence of any major development activities underway at or around the project sites or any other natural/anthropogenic phenomenon, the environmental conditions of the project Sites are unlikely to experience any significant change before the project commencement

4.1 Physical Environment 4.1.1 Physiography and Geology

46. On the basis of the physical environment and geology, the project area falls in the Indus Basin (Atlas of Pakistan, 1997), which is briefly described below.

47. The Indus Plain essentially forms the western extension of Indo-Gangetic Plain, and has been made up of the silt brought by the Indus and its numerous tributaries, such as Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej on the east bank, and Kabul, Kurram, Tochi, and others on the west bank. The Indus Plain is known for its agricultural fertility and cultural development throughout history. The left bank tributaries of the Indus River al meet at Panjnad and flow as one large stream for about 75 km before joining the Indus at Mithankot, and south of it, the Indus flows almost alone up to the Arabian Sea without receiving any noticeable tributary.

48. The average annual discharge of the Indus at Attock Khurd is - 92 million acre feet There

is a great fluctuation in their seasonal discharge, especially in the hot summer and rainy season. Almost all of its tributaries and the Indus itself have their sources in snow and glaciated areas of Himalayan, Karakoram and Hindukush mountain systems On the basis of hydrology and land form, the Indus Plain can be divided into the upper and lower Indus Plains. The Upper Indus Plain (where the project area is located) differs from the Lower Indus Plain primarily because of the major tributaries (Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej) divide the land surface into several interfluves or 'doabs'.

„„ 49. Indus Plain is sub-divided into four interfluves plain and the Sulaiman piedmont. The major

interfluves are:

� the Sindh Sagar Doab or Thal, between Jhelum and Indus rivers � he Chaj Doab, between Jhelum and Chenab rivers � the Rachna Doab, between Ravi and Chenab rivers � the Bari Doab, between Ravi and Sutlej rivers.

The project area falls in the Upper Indus Plain, Chach Doab & . the Rachna Doab

Geological Setting:

50. The prevailing geologic conditions in the region are the results of extensive inundation, depositions, coastal movements, and erosions over a long period of time in the geological ages. The geology of the region is closely related to the formation process of Himalayan ranges resulting in intense deformation with complex folding, high angle strike-slip faults and crust thickening expressed in a series of thrust faults. The important tectonic changes which have had so much influence in the region are feebly visible particularly in the Indus Plain, and it is only by considering the geology on a broader regional scale.


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4.1.2 Meteorology and Climate

Meteorology 51. The climate of most parts of the Project Area is arid to semi-arid characterized by four seasons

in a year, that is, winter from Mid-November to February, spring during March and April summer from May to Mid-September and autumn from Mid-September to Mid-November. There exist several meteorological stations in the project area; data recorded at some of these stations is provided in the following sections.

Temperature

52. Project area falls in central Punjab. Being flat topography, essential climate features are the same. The maximum temperature in summer reaches 44 oC. In winter the minimum is 1oC. The mean maximum and minimum temperatures in summer are 41oC and 27oC; and in winter 19oC and 4oC respectively. The summer season starts from April and continues till October. May, June and July are the hottest months. The winter season on the other hand starts from November and continues till March, December, January and February are the coldest months

Rainfall

53. The rainy season starts in July and ends in September. Annual rainfall is 408 millimeter. More rains occur in July and August than any other months. Most of the winter rains are received in the months of January, February and March.

Humidity

54. July, August and September are the most humid months in the area, whereas May and June are the least humid months. Average monthly relative humidity (RH) values at various locations in the project area are 55 % ( Punjab EPA November 2008)

4.1.3 Ambient Air Quality 55. The primary source of air pollution at the project sites, is the vehicular emissions, and the key

pollutants likely to be found at Factory Area , Old Thermal Power Plant Grid Station Faisalabad include carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NO X), sulfur dioxide (SO 2), and particulate

matter (PM). Other source of air pollution is dust arising from construction activities. A typical air quality data for some urban centers in the country is presented in the following table which can be used as a generic ambient air quality baseline for these locations.:

Table 4.1 :-Air Quality Data

Sr No

Air Quality Parameters Units National Quality Standards

Faisalabad Lahore

1 Ozone Ug/meter cubes

180 31.2 32.8

2 Sulfur dioxide (SO 2), Ug/meter cubes

120 69.7 72.8

3 Carbon monoxide (CO Ug/meter cubes

5 2 2.5

4 oxides of nitrogen (NO X) Ug/meter cubes

80 170.5 164.4

5 particulate matter (PM). 2.5 micron 40 255.2 252.3 Source : EPA Punjab January 2010


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56. The remaining project components (grid stations sites) are located well outside the metropolitan centers. There does not exist any large industry or any other significant pollution source near these sites/routes either. As a result, the ambient air quality of these sites is expected to be well within the acceptable limits, and no major criteria pollutants are likely to be found in excess of the limits prescribed by national and international standards

4.1.4 Noise

57. Noise from vehicles and other powered mechanical equipment is intermittent. There are also the occasional calls for prayer the local mosques but there are no significant disturbances to the quiet rural setting. However, the construction from the proposed power expansion will use powered mechanical equipment. Subjective observations were made of background noise and also of individual vehicle pass by events. Based on professional experience background daytime noise levels are probably well below 55dB (A) L90.DISCOs have carried out noise level measurements at various sub stations and transmission line locations within the system .These analyzed to calculate Leq values have resulted in Leq values much below the 85 dBA limit prescribed under the NEQs established by the EPA or the 75 dBA used by DISCOs/NTDC/PEPCO in the equipment specifications . Typical values were : average 46.21 dBA ; high 63.14 dBA ; and low 34.35 dBA .

4.2. Surface Water Resources

58. . The Indus River and its tributaries are the main source of surface water in the project area (and in the country). The Indus originates from Tibet, at an altitude of about 18,000 feet (5,486 m) from mean sea level (msl), and has a total catchment area of 654,329 km^2. . Length of the Indus River in the country is about 2,750 km. Five main rivers that join the Indus from the eastern side are Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Sutlej. Besides these, two minor rivers - Soan and Harrow also drain into the Indus. On the western side, a number of small rivers join Indus, the biggest of which is River Kabul with its main tributaries i.e.Swat, Panjkora and Kunar. Several small streams such as Kurram, Gomal, Kohat, Tai, Tank, etc also join the Indus on the right side. The Indus River exhibits great seasonal variations, with more than 80% of the total annual flow occurring during the summer months, peaking in June, July and August.

59. The Indus River and its tributaries on an average bring about 154 MAF of water annually This

includes 144.9 MAF from the three western rivers and 9.14 MAF from the eastern rivers. Most of this, about 104.7 MAF is diverted for irrigation, 39.4 MAF flows to the sea and about 9.9 MAF is consumed by the system losses which include evaporation, seepage and spills during floods. The flows of the Indus and its tributaries vary widely from year to year and within the year. As is the case with the water availability there is significant variation in annual flows into sea.

60. Chenab River is one of the major left bank tributaries of the Indus River. The River Chenab

originates in the Kulu and Kangra districts of the Himachal Pardesh province of India, at an elevation of about 16,000 feet (4,877 m) amsl. The total length of the river is about 1,242 km, of which approximately 729 km flow through Pakistan. The total catchment area of the river is about 67,430^2 km , of which 28,166^2 km lie in the State of Jammu and Kashmir, 4,494^2 km in India and 34,885^2 km in Pakistan. Water discharge of the Chenab starts rising in the later part of May and pass the 50,000 cusecs mark in June. A high flow above 50,000 cusecs continues till the middle of September, the peak discharge months being July and August. River Jehlem having supplies of Chashma Jehlem Link Canal emerge in to River Chenab upstream of Trimmu Barrage ..


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61. Ravi River: The Ravi River is the smallest of the five main eastern tributaries of the Indus. It rises in the basin of Bangahal, India, and has a total catchment area of about 40,769^2 km . Length of the river in Pakistan is about 679 km. India has the full rights over the Ravi waters in accordance with the Indus Basin Water Treaty of 1960, and diverts all of its base flow for irrigation purposes.

62. Sutlej River: This Sutlej River originates in Western Tibet in the Kailas mountain range, near

the source of the Indus, the Ganges and the Bhramaputra. It flows through the Panjal and Siwalik mountain ranges and then enters the plains of Indian Punjab. Thetotal length of the river is about 1,551 km of which only 529 km runs in Pakistan. The total catchment area of the River is about 106,728^2 km . India has full rights over Sutlej waters as well, according to the Indus Basin Water Treaty.

4.2.2 River Water Quality: 63. The water quality of Indus River and its tributaries is generally considered excellent for irrigation

purposes. The total dissolved solids (TDS) range from 60 mg/l in the upper reaches to 375 mg/l in the lower reaches of the Indus, which are reasonable levels for irrigated agriculture and also as raw water for domestic use. The disposal of saline drainage from various irrigation projects has been a major factor in the increased TDS in the lower reaches of the rivers in the Punjab. There is progressive deterioration downstream and the salinity is at its maximum at the confluence of the Chenab and Ravi rivers, where the TDS ranges from 207 to 907 mg/l. A slight improvement in water quality is noted further downstream at Panjnad due to dilution from the inflow from Sutlej River. The quality of the Indus water at Guddu, however, is within acceptable limits for agriculture; TDS being in the range of 164-270 mg/l.

64. In the upper reaches of the Indus River, the Dissolved Oxygen (DO) content remains

above 8.5 mg/l which is well above the acceptable levels of 4 mg/l. The Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) downstream of Attock has been recorded as 2.9 mg/l. At Kotri, it has a SS content of 10 to 200 mg/l. Indus River water quality has been studied at the Dadu Moro Bridge and Kotri Barrage, with nitrate levels at 1.1 and 7.5 mg/l, phosphate at 0.02 and 0.3 mg/l, BOD at 2.4 and 4.1 mg/l, faecal coliforms at 50 and 400 per ml, and aluminum at 1.8 and 0.2 mg/l respectively. Due to industrial waste discharges from Punjab and Sindh, a high content of heavy metals such as nickel, lead, zinc and cadmium have also been found in Indus water.

4.2.3 Groundwater Resources

65. The Indus Basin was formed by alluvial deposits carried by the Indus and its tributaries. It is underlain by an unconfined aquifer covering about 15 million acres (60,700 km ) in surface area. In the Punjab, about 79% of the area and in Sindh, about 28% of the area is underlain by fresh groundwater. This is mostly used as supplemental irrigation water and pumped through tubewells. Some groundwater is saline. Water from the saline tube wells is generally put into drains and, where this is not possible, it is discharged into large canals for use in irrigation, after diluting with the fresh canal water.

66. Before the introduction of widespread irrigation, the groundwater table in the Indus Basin varied

from about 12 m in depth in Sindh , 30 m in Rechna Doab (the area between Ravi and Chenab Rivers). After the introduction of weir- controlled irrigation, the groundwater table started rising due to poor irrigation management, lack of drainage facilities and the resulting additional recharge from the canals, distributaries, minors, water courses and


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irrigation fields. At some locations, the water table rose to the ground surface or very close to the surface causing water-logging and soil salinity, reducing productivity.

67. In the late 1950s, the Government of Pakistan embarked upon a program of Salinity

Control and Reclamation Project (SCARP) wherein large deep tube wells were installed to control the groundwater table. Over a period of about 30 years, some 13,500 tubewells were installed by the Government to lower the groundwater table. Of these, about 9,800 tube wells were in the Punjab.

68. The SCARP project initially proved to be quite effective in lowering the water table but with time, the performance of the SCARP tubewells deteriorated. The development of deep public tube wells under the SCARP was soon followed by private investment in shallow tube wells. Particularly in the eighties, the development of private tube wells received a boost, when locally manufactured inexpensive diesel engines became available. Most of these shallow tube wells were individually owned.

69. In the last 25-30 years, ground water has become a major supplement to canal supplies, especially in the Upper Indus Plain, where ground water quality is good. Large scale tube well pumpage for irrigation started in the early sixties. There are presently more than 500,000 tube wells in the Indus Basin Irrigation System (IBIS). According to a study, the total groundwater potential in Pakistan is of the order of 55 MAF.

4.2.4 Groundwater Quality

70. Major part of the groundwater abstraction for irrigation is within the canal commands or in the flood plains of the rivers. However, the amount of abstraction varies throughout the area, reflecting inadequacy/unreliability of surface water supplies and groundwater quality distribution. The quality of groundwater ranges from fresh (salinity less than 1,000 mg/l TDS) near the major rivers to highly saline farther away, with salinity more than 3,000 mg/l TDS. The general distribution of fresh and saline groundwater in the country is well known and mapped, as it influences the options for irrigation and drinking water supplies. Generally, the quality and quantity of groundwater in the Indus Basin deteriorate from north to south, and from east to west.

71. The quality of groundwater ranges from fresh (salinity less than 1,000 mg/l TDS) near the major

rivers to highly saline farther away, with salinity more than 3,000 mg/l TDS. The general distribution of fresh and saline groundwater in the country is well known and mapped as it influences the options for irrigation and drinking water supplies. Generally, the quality and quantity of groundwater in the Indus Basin deteriorate from north to south, and from east to west

72. Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) has launched National Water Quality Monitoring Programme for observation/testing the quality of water at different locations of the country the tested . Results of Minimum, Maximum and Average Values of Water Quality Parameter are tabulated as under :-


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Table 4.2 :- Water Quality Data

Sr.

#

Water Quality Parameter

Unit HDL Faisalabad Lahore

Min. Max. Avg. Min. Max. Avg.

1 Alkalinity m.mol/l NGVS 1.70 13.80 6.97 2.40 7.20 4.91

2 Arsenic ppb 10 (WHO) 0 0 0 0 30 10.31

3 Bicarbonate mg/l NGVS 75 570 309.29 104 330 223.81

4 Calcium mg/l 75 (KSA) 25 140 69.50 19 50 32.06

5 Carbonate mg/l NGVS 0 120 39.29 0 70 21.50

6 Chloride mg/l 250 (WHO) 4 1296 274.43 7 135 29.63

7 Chromium ppb 50 (WHO) 0 5 0.571 0 5 2.13

8 Conductivity 8S/cm NGVS 232 6100 1927 320 1074 696

9 Fluoride mg/l 1.5 (WHO) 0 1.90 0.43 0.30 0.85 0.55

10 Hardness mg/l 500 (WHO) 95 880 371.79 145 280 199.06

11 Iron mg/l 0.3 (WHO) 0.01 0.09 0.03 0 0.49 0.11

12 Magnesium mg/l 150 (Canad) 8 127 47.57 18 41 28.50

13 Nitrate (N) mg/l 10 (WHO) 0 7 1.12 0.10 0.60 0.32

14 pH - 6.5-8.5 8.40 9 8.54 7.6 8.7 8.40

15 Phosphate mg/l NGVS 0 0.90 0.11 0.03 0.30 0.08

16 Potassium mg/l 12 (EC) 4 46 18.23 2 7 4

17 Sodium mg/l 200 (WHO) 8 1200 299.57 14 180 89.25

18 Sulfate mg/l 250 (WHO) 18 761 269.36 20 128 61.88

19 TDS mg/l 1000 (WHO)

144 4270 1347.21 198 720 480.38

20 Turbidity NTU 5 (WHO) 0.30 3 0.77 0.20 2.20 0.58

21 Total Coliform

MPN/100 ml

Nil (WHO) 0 35 25.79 0 11 0.69

73. Site-specific water analyses will be carried out at all the grid station locations and camp sites before the mobilization of the contractor/construction crew, in order to establish the baseline

conditions. Rs.3.82 Million has already been allocated in PC-1 of the project as “Environmental Mitigation Cost”. Cost of testing of environmental parameters will be born from above allocation.


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4.3 Ecological Resources 4.3.1 Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquatic Biology 74. There is no wildlife except jackals ,dogs and snakes etc. Common species of birds found in the

project area are sparrows , crows, pigeon, , dove tiliar (starling) , lal mena , parrot, quail, pintail, and humming bird etc,

75. Chashma Pond area is source of freshwater fishes. Some commercial fisheries operate in the project area.

4.3.2 Terrestrial Habitats, Forests and Protected Species Vegetation cover and trees

76. Flora of the FESCO territory area has been greatly modified by human agency of the old open forests of small trees and shrubs. There remains only a few Rakhs or portions of forests which are kept as grazing grounds forcattle etc., Amongst trees, th3e most important are Kikar (Acacia Arabica) Shisham or Tahli (Delbergiasissoo), Beri (Zizyphus jujube), Toot (Morus alba), Sharin (Albizzia lebbek), Dherek (Melia azeharach), Phulai (Acacia modesta), Pipal (Ficus religiosa) and Bohr (Ficus bengalansis) are planted for shade. The growth inRakhs is composed mainly of three kind of trees, Jand (Prosopis spicigera), Karir (Capparis aphylla), and Wan(Salvadora oleoides). Occasionally Rero (Acacia ieucophhloea) and Farash (Tamarix articulata) are also found. Pilchhi (Tamarix dioica) is found on moist sandy soil along the river and is used for wicker work, basketmaking etc.

77. There is wild growth of Mesquite bushes and some Eucalyptus trees in the areas near the works

but natural forest cover has been significantly reduced in the past. Some of the older stands of trees specially fruit trees, still survive the onslaught of urbanization on this previously natural and agricultural area. There is probably little natural vegetation in the project area.

Protected and Religious Trees 78. There are no protected or religious trees on, or around the existing Grid Stations . The works,

however, must deal with any trees that need to be lopped or removed for safety/hurdle reasons, with the necessary permissions if there are unexpected impacts later.

Protected areas / National sanctuaries 79. In Pakistan there are several areas of land devoted to the preservation of biodiversity through

the dedication of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. There are no protected areas near proposed sites .

4.3.3 Environmental Hotspots 80. In view of the greatly modified nature of the habitats, as, there do not exist any environmental hotspots at or around any of the proposed project components.

4.4 Economic Development 4.4.1 Agriculture

81. As stated above, the agriculture is by far the main economic activity in the central/ southern Punjab. The main crops during Rabi are wheat, gram, rape, mustard, barley and oil seeds. In Kharif, cotton, jawar, sugarcane, bajra, maize and rice are grown. In addition, there are subsidiary crops known as Zaid Rabi like Kharbooza, tobacco and potatoes and Zaid Kharif like potatoes and chilies. The main fruits grown are mangoes, date, Malta, orange, water and musk melon, guava, citrus, falsa, jaman and pomegranate. In the beginning of the cultivation era the inhabitants used to eat Pilu and Bair, the only wild fruits that grows intermittently. With the introduction of canal irrigation mango and other fruits are being grown on commercial basis. Wheat, cotton, sugarcane and rice are the major crops, whereas mango


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and citrus are the major fruits of the area. As per cropping pattern, wheat and sugarcane are the highest grown crops in the area.

4.4.2 Horticulture

82. The vegetables are grown in abundance as the water and soils are suitable for cultivation. Potato, carrot, lady finger, chilies, onion and cauliflowers are grown .. Bitter gourd, turmeric and garlic are grown to meet the public demand. Other vegetables i.e Radish, Tinda, Bringal is also grown. Major fruits grown are; citrus, guava, mango watermelons, banana and peach.

4.4.3 Livestock

83. Livestock breading is one of the main pursuits and means of livelihood of rural and urban population. The Faisalabad , Jhang & Sargodha are very famous for livestock production; . In the districts of Bhakkar there is famous Rakh Ghulama Livestock form of sheeps/goats, In the plains camel and horse breading is also an occupation and source of income.

4.4.4 Industry

84. Faisalabad is industrial hub of the country is famous for Textile oriented industry and is

Manchester of Pakistan .. Sugar Mills are spread over the in the region. There are many large industrial units in the territory of FESCO These units manufacture agriculture machinery, engines and turbines, textile machinery, printing machinery, metal .Besides, there are units of canning and preservation of food, edible oils, beverages, metal and wood furniture, rubber products. M-3 Industrial Zone is being established in the vicinity of Faisalabad.

4.4.5 Transportation 85. A railway network is available in territory of FESCO. The main Karachi-Peshawar

railway line passes through Shorkot.. Similarly wide road network is also available. Faisalabad being central city , is linked through M-3 . For air traffic, there is an International airport at Faisalabad . PIA and other air companies operate regular flights from Faisalabad other parts of the country as well as on international routes

4.5 . Social and Cultural Resources

4.5.1 Population Communities and Employment 86. The total population of Faisalabad & Sargogha Civil Division was 16,904,522 as enumerated in

March, 1998. As emerged from 1998 Census the population of civil divisions of Faisalabad & Sargogha is predominantly Muslim, i.e.93.9 per cent. The next higher percentage is of Christians with 5.8% , followed by Ahmadis -0.2 per cent. While other minorities like Hindu (Jati), Scheduled Castes etc. are very small in number.. Punjabi is the predominant languages being spoken in the district, representing 86.2 per cent of the population, followed by Urdu, Pushto and Siraiki spoken by 10.2, 1.9 and 0.4 percent. Sindhi is spoken by 0.1 per cent.

87. Of the total economically active population, nearly 52.6 per cent were self employed (including

farming and trade) , 27.1 per cent private employees and 14.4 per cent government employees 88. The main occupation of women in rural areas of Faisalabad & Sargogha Civil Division is

house-keeping which includes attending to the cattle, extracting butter and Ghee from milk, weaving and sewing of family clothes. In addition they generally help their men-folk on farms with the lighter duties like transplanting of seedlings, threshing and winnowing of grains and some times they also help in harvesting. In city women are house-wives or work as professional’s doctors, nurses, teaching and in offices.


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4.5.2 Education and Literacy

89. The literacy ratio has increased from 46.6 % in 1998 to 59 % in 2007-08. The literacy ratio for males is 70 per cent as against 48 per cent for females.( data Population censuses organization & Federal Bureau of statiscs)

90. Faisalabad being 3rd largest city of Pakistan is famous for educational institutions. The world famous and the oldest University of the agriculture are located in Faisalabad. NIAB is best agriculture institute, is playing a vital roll agriculture research. G.C University, Madina University, UET Campus are leading universities in Faisalabad. Punjab Medical College is a leading medical institute in the city. Most of the colleges/universities.

91. Sargogha is another major city in the project area. Apart from usual colleges, University of Sargodha and Medical College are playing a vital roll in education sector. PAF college is good institution in the area. Number of educational institutions and their enrolment 1997-98 is given in the table below:-

Table 4.3 :- Educational Institutions by Level of Education, 1997-98

Name of Institute Civil Division

Institute Enrolment Teaching Staff

Male Female Male Female Male Female

Primary Faisalabad 2691 2691 393500 290559 8350 7144

Sargodha 2332 2625 270774 238139 6651 6349

Middle

Faisalabad 351 634 128574 186888 3665 5850

Sargodha 350 403 110527 96533 3596 3740

High/Secondary

Faisalabad 394 253 262340 171359 7504 4362

Sargodha 285 151 158100 85487 4946 2437

Higher Secondary (Class XI-XII)

Faisalabad 37 52 6227 7379 364 516

Sargodha 33 31 1921 2640 243 243

Intermediate and Degree Colleges

Faisalabad 83 68 60945 56663 2472 1355

Sargodha 40 38 21183 21059 1208 571

Intermediate Colleges

Faisalabad 27 28 6112 4820 547 425

Sargodha 12 11 2545 937 182 128

Degree Colleges Faisalabad 56 40 54841 51843 1925 930

Sargodha 28 27 18634 20122 1026 443

Mosque Schools

Faisalabad 220 10329 252

Sargodha 580 - 26574 - 593 -

Source: Punjab Development Statistics, Bureau of Statistics Punjab, 1999


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4.5.3 Health Facilities

92. Ample medical and health facilities are available in Civil Divisions of Faisalabad & Sargogha. D.H.Q & T.H.Q hospitals are established at District & Tehsil Headquarters respectively. In rural areas dispensaries & rural health centers are functional .

93. Allied Hospital , Punjab Institute of Cardiology, Pinum & TB Hospital are some of the famous hospitals in the area. There are also other hospitals of voluntary organizations which provide health cover to the general public. Hakims and Homeopathic doctors are also practicing in the city.

Table 4.4 Number of Health Institutions with Bed Capacity, 1998

Institute

Civil Divisions Number Beds capacity

Hospitals Faisalabad 39 4360

Sargodha 32 2228

Dispensary

Faisalabad 205 7

Sargodha 137 94

Rural Health Centre

Faisalabad 41 694

Sargodha 35 642

Basic Health Centre

Faisalabad 341 658

Sargodha 242 476

T.B. Clinic

Faisalabad 5 84

Sargodha 5 100

Sub-Health Centers

Faisalabad 100

Sargodha 74

M.C.H Centers Faisalabad 23

Sargodha 34

Source: Punjab Development Statistics, Bureau of Statistics Punjab, 1999

4.6 Cultural Heritage and Community Structure

94. There are no official heritage sites or historic, religious or archeologically important sites located in the Subproject works areas. There are no major historic or archaeological feature of note but there a few places of worship i.e. mosques within about 500m of the works.


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5.0 SCREENING POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 5.1 Project Location 5.1.1 Impact Assessment and Mitigation

95. The location and scale of the works are very important in predicting the environmental impacts. This process of impact prediction is the core of the IEE process and it is critical that the recommendations and mitigation measures are carried out according to with reference to the conditions on the ground in the affected areas in the spirit of the environmental assessments process. In this section the potential environmental impacts are reviewed. Where impacts are significant enough to exceed accepted environmental standards, mitigation is proposed in order to reduce residual impact to acceptable levels and achieve the expected outcomes of the project being implemented. Therefore, it is essential that a proper analysis is carried out during the project planning period. In this regard, the impact prediction plays a vital role as these predictions are used for developing mitigation measures and any alternative options, if appropriate. When the detailed designs are completed the impacts and mitigation measures will need to be further reviewed to take account of how the contracts are set up and in the light of any fine tuning of the Subproject proposals.

96. The environmental management plan has been reviewed based on the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP) and shall be reviewed in due course at project inception and through construction in order to feed back any significant unpredicted impacts. It is based on the analysis of impacts, primarily to document key environmental issues likely to arise from Subproject project implementation, to prescribe mitigation measures to be integrated in the project design, to design monitoring and evaluation schedules to be implemented during Subproject project construction and operation, and to estimate costs required for implementing Subproject mitigation measures. The EMP plan must be reviewed in the Subproject inception by the project management and approved before any construction activity is initiated, to take account of any subsequent changes and fine tuning of the proposals.

5.1.2 General Approach to Mitigation

97. Based on experience on some projects, contractors have put emphasis on the financial compensation for nuisances. This may be acceptable for some social impacts where evacuation is necessary or where houses have been accidentally damaged, however it is not best international practice to accept payment for environmental impacts. An approach whereby the subproject contractor pays money for nuisances rather than control impacts at source will not be acceptable. This practice should not be allowed and financial compensation shall not be allowed as mitigation for environmental impacts or environmental nuisance.

98. During the preparation for the Subproject, bidders/contractors for future sub-projects, must be notified and prepared to co-operate with the executing agency, project management, supervising consultants and local population in the mitigation of impacts. Furthermore the contractor must be primed through bidding stages and the contract documentation to implement the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP) in full and be ready to engage trained environmental management staff to audit the effectiveness and review mitigation measures as the project proceeds. The effective implementation of the EMMP will be audited as part of the loan conditions and the executing agency (FESCO) must be prepared for this. In this regard the FESCO must fulfill the requirements of the law and guidance prepared by FEPA on the environmental aspects of power projects and the recommendations already made for Subproject in this IEE and under Pakistan’s PEP Act law.


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99. The location of the residences, mosques, schools, hospitals and civic, cultural and other heritage sites has been reviewed in previous section. Residences or schools are no to close enough to the subproject on which there could be some potential impacts in the construction stage from disturbance and significant noise and dust.

100. Work on the proposed extension /augmentation sites could cause some generation of air borne dust, but any nuisance from this is likely to be very localized and temporary. Other project activities, e.g. movement of heavy vehicles on unpaved tracks during the works, could generate considerable dust. Water is available in the study area, although surplus water may not always be available to suppress dust at vulnerable locations in the dry season. Therefore as a general approach it is recommended that where works are within 15m of any residential sensitive receivers, the contractor should install segregation between the works and the edge of the sensitive receivers. Where dust is the major consideration the barrier can take the form of tarpaulins strung between two poles mounted on a concrete base. These can be moved along from tower base to tower base as the work proceeds

101. Noise from the construction activities should not be a major consideration unless very close to schools or hospitals where construction should be avoided at sensitive times. In addition to the physical effect of mitigating dust and noise with barriers installation of such measures should be discussed with the local population and serve as a vehicle for further public consultation at the implementation stage to assist in public relations.

5.1.3 Cultural Heritage, Mosques, Religious Sites, and Social Infrastructure

102. The location of mosques and other cultural and other heritage sites has been reviewed in previous section. There are no mosques or other religious sites close to the sites where extension/augmentations works are to be carried out.

103. The nearest clinic / hospital are more than 500m from the edge of the Subproject sites.

Apart from these features, there will be sufficient buffer distance between the works and any other SRs, so that no significant impacts should be expected. Public consultation should be undertaken at the implementation stage to ensure nuisances are not allowed to escalate for the SRs close to the existing grid station sites

5.2 Potential Environmental Impacts in construction 5.2.1 Encroachment, Landscape and Physical Disfiguration

104. The extent of the proposed sub project extension/augmentation expansion is moderate and should not extend beyond the boundary walls of existing grid stations. No significant landscape impacts are expected from proposed extension/augmentation works at existing grid stations

5.2.2 Cut and fill and waste disposal

105. Disposal of surplus materials must also be negotiated through local authority approvals prior to the commencement of construction. The subproject work should not involve any significant cutting and filling but minor excavations may be required to create the foundations for the new transformers. It is envisaged (depending on the mode of contract) that the surface at the locations of installation of additional transformers will need to be scrabbled to remove unstable materials, or to stockpile topsoil.

106. If surplus materials arise from the removal of the existing surfaces from specific areas, these should be used elsewhere on the subproject before additional soil, rock, gravel or sand is brought in. The use of immediately available material will generally minimize the need for additional rock based materials extraction from outside.


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107. The subproject detailed designers have so far estimated that no substantial additional materials will be required subject to confirmation at the detailed design stage.

108. At this stage no areas require removal of woodland. However if specimen trees of religious plantations are affected the owners should be given the resources and opportunity to reinstate the woodland long term and a plantation compensation plan should be drawn up to replant the woodland/trees. In the event that the land is not suitable for plantation then other areas should be identified to replace the cut trees and sufficient areas should be identified to allow plantation of trees at a rate of say 3:1. The replacement ratio should allow for a high mortality rate among the newly planted trees in the dry environment or otherwise as based on advice from the forest authority.

109. Contractual clauses should be included to require each contractor to produce a materials management plan (one month before construction commences) to identify all sources of cement and aggregates and to balance cut and fill. The plan should clearly state the methods to be employed prior to and during the extraction of materials and all the mitigation measures to be employed to mitigate nuisances to local residents. Financial compensation shall not be allowed as mitigation for environmental impacts or environmental nuisance. Mitigation measures shall seek to control the impacts at source in the first place. The engineer shall be responsible to update the subproject cut and fill estimates and create Materials Master Plan to facilitate materials exchange between the different contract areas along the power line and sub-contractors on the power line and to provide an overall balance for materials and minimize impacts on local resources.

5.2.3 Trees, Ecology and Protected Areas

110. There are no Reserved or Protected Forests or trees near the existing grid station sites. If for some unforeseen reason, any trees with religious significance or other trees need to be removed, written permission should be obtained from the forest authority after written justification by FESCO. During transportation of transformers , if some trees need to be removed from private land or forest , written approval is required. Trees shall be planted to replace the lost trees with three trees planted to replace every cut tree (3:1) or more as agreed with the authority. Rs.3.82 Million has already been allocated in PC-1 of the project as “ Environmental Mitigation Cost”. Cost of plantation (if deemed necessary) will be born from above allocation .

111. A requirement shall be inserted in the contracts that no trees are to be cut from proposed works site , without the written permission from the supervising consultant who may permit the removal of trees if unavoidable on safety / technical / engineering grounds after written justification by FESCO and to the satisfaction of the forest authority and the owner.

5.2.4 Hydrology, Sedimentation, Soil Erosion

112. The drainage streams en-route of the subproject should not be impeded by the works. The scale of the works does not warrant hydrological monitoring.

5.2.5 Air Pollution from earthworks and transport

113. The material (cement, sand and aggregate) requirement of a typical 132 kV sub station (about 150 cu m) are not large. .Construction materials are stored within the sub station site are scheduled as per the work progress (which is staggered as the buildings which require bulk of the construction materials are built in phases over 6 to 12 months period ) , which means that at any given point in time the amount of construction material stored is not significant .The quantities of construction material required for a typical sub station are not so larger that they potentially represent a traffic hazard , these requirements are time dispersed. The contractor will be , however, required to provide a traffic management plan before commencement of work at


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site . Field observations indicate that ambient air quality is generally acceptable and that emissions from traffic and other powered mechanical equipment in the area are rapidly dispersed. There will be a few items of powered mechanical equipment to be used in the construction of the distribution line works that may give rise gaseous emissions. However these should be well dissipated. The major sources of complaint will likely be any necessary earthworks and local soil compaction.

114. Earthworks will contribute to increasing dust, and the foundation earthworks for the transformers will generate dust and the following mitigation measures are needed:

� Dust suppression facilities (water sprayers / hosepipe) shall be available where earth and

cement works are required � . Areas of construction (especially where the works are within 50m of the SRs) shall be

maintained damp by watering the construction area. � . Construction materials (sand, gravel, and rocks) and spoil materials will be transported

trucks covered with tarpaulins. � Storage piles will be at least 30m downwind of the nearest human settlements. � . All vehicles (e.g., trucks, equipment, and other vehicles that support construction works)

shall be well maintained and not emit dark, smoky or other emissions in excess of the limits described in the NEQS.

115. The need for large stockpiles should be minimized by careful planning of the supply of

materials from controlled sources. Stockpiles should not be located within 50m of schools, hospitals or other public amenities such as wells and pumps and should be covered with tarpaulins when not in use and at the end of the working day to enclose dust.

5.2.6 Noise, Vibration and Blasting

116. . It is anticipated that powered mechanical equipment and some local labor with hand tool methods will be used to construct the subproject works. No blasting is anticipated. Powered mechanical equipment can generate significant noise and vibration. The cumulative effects from several machines can be significant. To minimize such impacts, the contractor for subproject should be requested by the construction supervision consultants (engineer) to provide evidence and certification that all equipment to be used for construction is fitted with the necessary air pollution and noise dampening devices to meet EPA requirements.

117. A criterion of 70dB(A)Leq (exterior, boundary of DGS) has been used for assessment in

previous IEE studies. Any noisy equipment should be located within DGS as far from SRs as possible to prevent nuisances to dwellings and other structures from operation.

118. Noise from construction activities is not covered under any regulations however in order

to keep in line with best international practice it is recommended that no construction should be allowed during nighttime (9 PM to 6 AM) and 70dB(A)Leq should be the criterion at other times during the day measured at the boundaries of land from which construction noise is emitted. A criterion of 70dB(A)Leq (exterior, boundary of DGS) has been used for assessment in previous IEE studies. Any noisy equipment should be located within DGS or as far from SRs as possible to prevent nuisances to dwellings and other structures from operation.

5.2.7 Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal, Communicable Diseases

119. The main issues of concern are uncontrolled or unmanaged disposal of solid and liquid wastes into watercourses and natural drains, improper disposal of storm water and black water and open defecation by construction workers.


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120. In order to maintain proper sanitation around construction sites, access to the nearby DGS lavatories should be allowed or provision of temporary toilets should be made. Construction worker camps will not be necessary, based on the scale of the works needed. If for some unforeseen reason a larger workforce is needed any construction camp should not be located in settlement areas or near sensitive water resources and portable lavatories or at least pit latrines should be provided.

121. Wherever water is allowed to accumulate, in temporary drainage facilities, due to improper storm water management, or improper disposal of wastewater generated from the site, it can offer a breeding site for mosquitoes and other insects. Vectors such as mosquitoes may be encountered if open water is allowed to accumulate at the locations of existing grid stations . Temporary and permanent drainage facilities should therefore be designed to facilitate the rapid removal of surface water from all areas and prevent the accumulation of surface water ponds.

5.3 Potential Environmental Impacts in operation 5.3.1 Air pollution and noise from the enhanced operations

122. The subproject works being extension /augmentation in nature , will not disturb houses, mosques or schools close to the existing grid stations . However, it is recommended that an acoustical check be made on the detailed design to determine of any noise barriers are required. There should be no source of atmospheric pollution from the subproject. In the operational phase any nearby industrial facilities with fuel powered mechanical equipment will be the main polluters. All such emissions will be very well dissipated in the open terrain and there will be no cumulative effect from the subproject.

123. Noise impacts from the operation of the grid station equipment should be reviewed at the

detailed design stage. There are/not national noise standards in Pakistan for power distribution noise emissions that would apply in the operational stages. A criterion of 70Db (A) Leq (exterior, boundary of DGS) has been used for assessment in previous IEE studies. It is recommended that a check be made on the likely acoustical performance based on makers specifications of the installed equipment at the detained design stage

5.3.2 Pollution from oily run-off, fuel spills and dangerous goods

124. No significant impacts from oily residues such as transformer oil and lubricants are expected to arise in this subproject. However control measures will be needed for oily residues such as transformer oil and lubricants in the case of accidental or unexpected release. Transformer oil is supplied in drums from an imported source and tap tanks are topped up as necessary on site. At some grid stations, maintenance yards facilities for recycling (dehydrating) oil from breakers exists . However the areas upon which these recycling facilities are located have no dedicated drainage which can capture run-off. Oily residues and fuel and any contaminated soil residues should be captured at source and refueling and maintenance should take place in dedicated areas away from surface water resources. Contaminated residues and waste oily residues should be disposed at a site agreed with the local authority. DISCOs are served by the Technical Services Group (TSG) , TSG prepare a detailed routine maintenance schedule for each piece of hardware .TSG also supervise and monitors the implementation of this schedule by Grid System Operation (GSO) .Transformer oil has a long life (typically over 15 years, which depends upon the level of load the transformer serves ) .Oil spills are very rare and are preempted by routine maintenance .TSG and GSO have a written down procedure to deal with oil spills .

125. The DISCO procedures for handling PCB need to be strengthened. The maintenance of

transformers needs to be based on the manufactures instructions. There need to be performance evaluation procedure prescribed and followed for each power transformer. In


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working areas where PCBs are handled, it is necessary to monitor the levels of chlorinated solvents. In case of emergencies the first step is to attempt to control the spread of the liquid, this is especially relevant during transportation. In case of spills emergency measures need to be taken by personal specially trained and wearing protective clothes. Oil absorptive materials are a useful tool and needs to be spread over the spill. All equipment and surfaces exposed to the spill need to be washed with solvent. The best international procedures and guidelines need be followed; one such guideline is the UNEP PCB transformers and capacitors – Form Management to Reclassification and disposal, May 2002. This however, is not relevant as this IEE is related to the development and PEPCO/DISCOs have already banned the use of any equipment that uses PCB.

126. FESCO already prohibits use of PCBs in new power transformers, there is however need to prepare an inventory of any PCB carrying equipment in the system and all such equipment be replaced. The maintenance instructions prepared by the Technical Services Group needs to be reviewed and revised to add PCB based equipment maintenance and a procedure for handling any PCB spills. The Kot Lakhpat and Shalimar workshops already follow. Such procedures, however, these need to be reviewed and upgraded in light of best international practice. This would include provision of special clothing availability of oil absorptive solvents, availability of steel containers. Training to staff on oil spills and special care during transportation of equipment using PCB8s. TSG ensure that the maintenance schedule of each piece of hardware is adhered to . DISCOs have also established a safety unit, which among other tasks , investigates all accidents .Frequency of accidents, on average is about 1 per DISCO per year (based on last 4 years record), about 60 % of these are non-fatal .Most accidents occur due to staff and supervision negligence .Detailed report of each accident is prepared

5.4 Enhancement

127. Environmental enhancements are not a major consideration within the existing grid stations sites. However it is noted that it is common practice at many such sites to create some local hard and soft landscaping and successful planting of fruit trees and shrubs has been accomplished in many sites. This practice should be encouraged as far as practicable. Other opportunities for enhancements can be assessed prior to construction and proposed enhancements should be discussed with the local population to serve as a vehicle for further public consultation at the implementation stage and to assist in public relations. Trees removed for construction purposes should be replaced as compensation in line with best practice at ratio of three replaced for one removed however additional trees should be planted as enhancements where there is space in the existing grid stations .


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6. 0 INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

128. In this section, the mitigation measures that are required for Power Distribution Enhancement Project Phase-I , to reduce residual impact to acceptable levels and achieve the expected outcomes of the project, are discussed. The Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan (EMMP) is based on the type, extent and duration of the identified environmental impacts for Extension & Augmentation Tranche I subproject. The EMMP has been prepared following best practice and by reference to the ADB Safeguard Policy Statement June 2009/ Environmental Assessment Guidelines 2003

129. . It is important that the recommendations and mitigation measures are carried out

according to the spirit of the environmental assessment process and in line with the guidelines. The EMMP matrix is presented as Attachment 1. The impact prediction has played a vital role in reconfirming typical mitigation measures and in identifying any different approaches based on the feasibility and detailed design assumptions and any alternatives available at this stage.

130. . Prior to implementation and construction of the subprojects the Environmental

Management & Monitoring Plan (EMMP) shall be amended and reviewed by the FESCO in due course after detailed designs are complete. Such a review shall be based on reconfirmation and additional information on the assumptions made at this feasibility stage on positioning, alignment, location scale and expected operating conditions of the subprojects. For example, sub-project is of extension/augmentation nature, the designs would need amendment as per site requirements and then the performance and evaluation schedules to be implemented during project construction and operation can be updated and costs estimates can be revised. The Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan (EMMP) should than be revised on a subproject by subproject basis.

131. The Initial Environmental Examination (IEE), and Environmental Management &

Monitoring Plan (EMMP) must be reviewed by the project management and approved by the PEPA before any construction activity is initiated. This is also an ADB requirement in order to take account of any sub-sequent changes and fine tuning of the proposals. It is recommended that, before pre-qualification of contractors and execution of the works, contract documents be reviewed so that full details of the environmental requirements of the project (IEE/EIA and EMP) are included in the bidding documents. Professional experience indicates that past environmental performance of contractors and their awareness of environmentally responsible procurement should also be used as indicator criteria for the prequalification of contractors.

132. In order to facilitate the implementation of the EMMP, during construction phase

FESCO must prepare the future contractors to co-operate with all stakeholders in the mitigation of impacts. Furthermore the contractor must be primed through the contract documentation and ready to implement all the mitigation measures. FESCO will need to engage at least one trained environmental management specialist who can audit the effectiveness and review mitigation measures as the subprojects are rolled out. The effective implementation of the EMMP will be audited as part of the mid term review of loan conditions and the executing agency must prepare for this at the inception stage.

133. The details of EMMP given in the attachment -1 , are for Power Distribution

Enhancement project Phase-I. The EMMP matrix will have much in common for many other future (Tranche 2) Extension/augmentation projects that have a similar scale of works and types of location but will be different for more complicated component that involve impacts


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to land outside the existing grid stations land. In all cases separate dedicated IEEs must be prepared.

134. The impacts have been classified into those relevant to the design/preparation stage,

construction stage and operation and maintenance stage. The matrix provides details of the mitigation measures recommended for each of the identified impacts, time span of the implementation of mitigation measures, an analysis of the associated costs and the responsibility of the institution. The institutional responsibility has been specified for the purpose of the implementation and the supervision. The matrix is supplemented with a monitoring plan for the performance indicators. An estimation of the associated costs for the monitoring is given with the plan.

135. Prior to implementation of the subproject, FESCO needs to comply with several environmental requirements, such as submitting and EIA/IEE to PEPA and obtaining PEPA clearance “No Objection Certificate” under PEPAct (guidelines and regulations 2000) and any other permissions required from other authorities. FESCO will also need to confirm that contractors and their suppliers have complied with all statutory requirements and have appropriate and valid licenses and permits for all powered mechanical equipment and to operate in line with local authority conditions.

136. The EMMP (Attachment -1 ) was prepared taking into account the limited capacity of

FESCO to conduct environmental assessments of the subprojects. FESCO has established Environment & Safeguard Unit (ESU) by appointing one Dy, Manager in April 2011 and appointment of one Assistant Manager Environment & one Assistant Manager Social and allied staff , is in pipe line. However it is also strongly recommended that for subprojects in future Tranches that the FESCO be prepared to engage more support where necessary (e.g. Manager Environmental and Safeguard having experience in environmental management, monitoring and performance audit) to guide the subsequent formal assessment and submission process under the PEPAct and monitor compliance with the EMMP. As of August 2007, the FESCO has demonstrated only limited commitment to developing in-house environmental and social capability.

137. The appointed environmental manager has to have a good level of awareness and will be responsible for addressing environmental concerns for subprojects potentially involving hundreds kilometers of distribution lines and Grid Stations . Whereas some of their work may in future be delegated to consultants they will need more training and resources if they are to provide effective quality control and oversight for the EMMP implementation. They will require robust support from senior management staff members and the management consultant if they are to address all environmental concerns for the subprojects effectively. Specific areas for immediate attention are in EMMP auditing, environmentally responsible procurement, air, water and noise pollution management and ecological impact mitigation.

138. Overall implementation of the EMMP will become FESCO’s responsibility. FESCO and

other parties to be involved in implementing the EMMP are as follows:- � Contractors: responsible for carrying out the contractual obligations, implementing all

EMMP measures required to mitigate environmental impacts during construction; � The FESCO Management will be responsible ensuring that sufficient timely resources

are allocated to process the environmental assessments and to monitor implementation of all construction and operational mitigation measures required to mitigate environmental impacts, and

� . Other government agencies such as the regional PEPA and State Pollution Authorities, Department of Forests, Department of Wildlife Services, who will be responsible for


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monitoring the implementation of environmental conditions and compliance with statutory requirements in their respective areas and local land use groups at the local levels.

139. Considering that other government agencies that need to be involved in implementing

the EMMP, training or harmonization workshops should be conducted for all Environment and Social Cells in all DISCOS every six months or twice each year, for the first 2 years (and annually thereafter) to share the monitoring report on the implementation of the EMMP in each DISCO and to share lessons learned in the implementation and to achieve a consistent approach decide on remedial actions, if unexpected environmental impacts occur.

140. The monitoring plan (Attachment 1) was designed based on the project cycle. During the

preconstruction period, the monitoring activities will focus on (i) checking the contractor’s bidding documents, particularly to ensure that all necessary environmental requirements have been included; and (ii) checking that the contract documents8 references to environmental mitigation measures requirements have been incorporated as part of contractor’s assignment and making sure that any advance works are carried out in good time. Where detailed design is required (e.g. for power distribution lines and avoidance of other resources) the inclusion and checking of designs must be carried out. During the construction period, the monitoring activities will focus on ensuring that environmental mitigation measures are implemented, and some performance indicators will be monitored to record the Subprojects environmental performance and to guide any remedial action to address unexpected impacts.

141. Monitoring activities during project operation will focus on recording environmental

performance and proposing remedial actions to address unexpected impacts. The potential to use local community groups contacts for monitoring should be explored as part of the activities in setting up the Environmental and Social Unit which should have regular meetings with the NGOs as a matter of good practice and to discuss matters of mutual concern.

142. At this stage, due to the modest scale of power distribution projects and by generally

keeping to non-sensitive and non-critical areas the construction and operational impacts will be manageable. No insurmountable impacts are predicted providing that the EMMP is implemented to its full extent and required in the contract documents. However experience suggests that some contractors may not be familiar with this approach or may be reluctant to carry out some measures. In order that the contractors are fully aware of the implications of the EMMP and to ensure compliance, it is recommended that environmental measures be costed separately in the tender documentation and that payment milestones are linked to environmental performance, vis a vis the carrying out of the Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan (EMMP)

143. The effective implementation of the EMMP will be audited as part of the loan conditions

and the executing agency must be prepared for this. In this regard the FESCO (the IA) must be prepared to guide the design engineers and contractors on the environmental aspects.


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7.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 7.1 Approach to Public Consultation

144. The public consultation (PC) process with various stakeholders has been approached so as to involve public and other stakeholders from the earliest stages. Public consultation has taken place during the planning and design and viewpoints of the stakeholders have been taken into account and their concerns and suggestions for possible improvements have been included where appropriate. Much of the public consultation (PC) process to date has revolved around concerns for the mitigation of construction impacts and the possible side effects from the proximity of the existing Grid Stations and its equipment.

145. As the proposed works are to be carried out within the boundaries of existing Grid

Stations, there is no requirement for ongoing consultation for land acquisition and resettlement plan (LARP).

7.2 Public Consultation Process

146. The public consultation process has commenced in the initial feasibility stages (prior to construction) in order to disclose the project information to the stakeholders and record feedback regarding the proposed project and preferences. The stakeholders involved in the process were the interested folks; the village leaders and school teachers.

147. Prior to the implementation of the consultation, feedback, etc. has been carried out to

support this IEE and recorded. The focus of attention has been the population near the proposed locations of the existing Grid Stations (where Extension /augmentation works are proposed). The level of engagement varied from the stakeholder to stakeholder with some registering no major comment but it is noted that none registered any outright opposition to subproject.

148. The disclosure of the Extension /augmentation project in advance and subsequent

consultation with stake holders has advantages in the environmental assessment and mitigation of impacts. Public consultation can also provide a conduit for the improvement of the project implementation to better serve the stakeholders.

149. . The environmental assessment process under the Pakistan Environmental Protection

Act only requires the disclosure to the public after the statutory IEE / EIA has been accepted by the relevant EPA to be in strict adherence to the rules. In this IEE the consultation process was performed to satisfy the ADB requirements.

7.3 Results of Public Consultation 150. The consultations identified some potential environmental and social impacts and

perceptions of the affected communities. The public consultation carried out in April 2011.(attachment 2) The community generally supports the construction of works of Extension /augmentation in nature.. The local poor people predominantly requested for unskilled and semi skilled jobs on priority basis with the contractors during implementation of the project. No land acquisition and resettlement is involved in this subproject.

151. On the basis of the consultations so far, it appears that the project will have no

insurmountable environmental and social impacts but FESCO will have to make sure that that skilled and unskilled employment should be preferentially given to the local peoples as far as is reasonably practicable.


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8. CONCLUSIONS 8.1 Findings and Recommendations

152. This study was carried out at the planning stage of the project. Primary and secondary data were used to assess the environmental impacts. The potential environmental impacts were assessed in a comprehensive manner. The report has provided a picture of all potential environmental impacts associated with the Project, and recommended suitable mitigation measures. This study recommends that some further follow up studies are undertaken during project processing in order to meet the ADB requirements.

153. There are some further considerations for the planning stages such as obtaining

clearance for the project under the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (1997) but environmental impacts from the power enhancements will mostly take place during the construction stage. There are also some noise impacts and waste management issues for the operational stage that must be addressed in the detailed design and through environmentally responsible procurement..

154. There are a number of key actions required in the detailed design phase. Prior to

construction the FESCO must receive clearance certification from the PEPA and FESCO must complete an Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan ( EMMP) that will be accepted by the PEPA and agreed by the contractor prior to signing the contract. The information provided in this report can form the basis of any further submission to PEPA as required in future.

155. . No land acquisition, compensation and resettlement is involved. A social impact

assessment has been completed in tandem with this IEE for the whole subproject. The study has:

(i) Examined and assess the overall social and poverty profile of the project area on the basis

of the primary and secondary data sources and preparation of a socio-economic profile of the project area.

(ii) Prepared a social and poverty analysis, taking into account socio-economic and poverty status of the project area of influence, including the nature, extent and determinants of poverty in the project area including assessment. In addition, estimation of the likely socioeconomic and poverty reduction impacts of the project should be included.

(iii) Held consultations with relevant officials from the government and other relevant officials, including consultation with affected communities to assess responses to the project and ascertain the nature and scope of local participation in project planning and implementation.

(iv) Identified, analyzed and, where appropriate, quantified the potential resettlement impacts (minimal) of the proposed Project on the area and the population.

156. Baseline monitoring activities should be carried out during project detailed design stage

to establish the baseline of parameters for checking during the construction stage. The monitoring schedule (Attachment 3) recommends monitoring on two occasions at the site location. The results should be integrated with the contract documentation to establish performance action thresholds, pollution limits and contingency plans for the contractor’s performance.

157. . During the commissioning phase noise monitoring should ensure that statutory

requirements have been achieved. Monitoring activities during project operation will focus on periodic recording environmental performance and proposing remedial actions to address any unexpected impacts.


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8.2 Summary and Conclusions 158. Extension /augmentation works proposed under Power Distribution Enhancement

Project is a feasible and sustainable option from the power transmission, engineering, environmental, and socioeconomic points of view. Implementation of the EMP is required and the environmental impacts associated with the subproject need to be properly mitigated, and the existing institutional arrangements are available. Additional human and financial resources will be required by FESCO to complete the designs and incorporate the recommendations effectively and efficiently in the contract documents, linked to payment milestones. The proposed mitigation and management plans are practicable but require additional resources

159. This Initial Environmental Examination (IEE), including the Environmental Management

and Monitoring Plan ( EMMP), should be used as a basis for an environmental compliance program and be included as an Appendix to the contract. The EMMP shall be reviewed at the detailed design stage. In addition, any subsequent conditions issued by PEPA as part of the environmental clearance should also be included in the environmental compliance program. Therefore, continued monitoring of the implementation of mitigation measures, the implementation of the environmental conditions for work and environmental clearance, and monitoring of the environmental impact related to the operation of the subproject should be properly carried out and reported at least twice per year as part of the project performance report.


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Attachment :1 Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan

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Sr.No Project Activities Section Impact Actions Responsibility

Timing Execution Monitoring

1 Design Considerations

1.1

Soil Erosion • Areas having unstable soil will be avoided for foundation of power transformers at existing grid station sites. In unavoidable circumstances, soil stabilization is required to avoid the uneven settlement.

• Control room , switch yard and associated facilities be proposed at plane area by avoiding disturbance to land scape .

GSC Environment & Safeguard Cell (ESC)

Before construction (BC): during detailed designing of the project

1.2

Soil and water contamination

• Appropriate waste disposal systems will be included in the design of the grid stations and associated facilities.

• The transformer procured for proposed project will be PCB-free.

• Leaked oil collection arrangement (such as a channel and a drain pit below the transformers) will be incorporated in the design of the transformer foundations at the grid stations.

GSC ESC Before construction (BC)

1.3

Safety hazards and public health concerns

• All safety precautions will be taken to minimize the safety hazards and risk of accidental electrocution. These will include double periphery walls at existing grid stations and appropriate clearance (between the live wires/connectors and the buildings/structures/trees).

GSC ESC Before construction (BC)

1.4

Noise emissions

• The project equipment, particularly transformers to be installed at the grid stations will meet the noise standards(70 dB(A) for industrial zones day and night; 45 dB(A) night and 55 dB(A) daytime for residential areas).

GSC ESC BC

1.5

Aesthetic value

• Tree plantation will be carried inside and at the periphery of the grid stations, without compromising the safety aspects (ie, required clearances will be maintained). For this purpose, provision will be made in the site layout of the grid stations.

GSC Environment & Social Cell (ESC)

BC

2 PCB Elimination Plan

2.1 Soil and water

contamination

• The PCB Elimination Plan including outline & ToR will be developed.

Chief Executive FESCO

Environment & Social Cell (ESC)

BC/DC



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3 Contractor Mobilization

and Demobilization

3.1 Soil Erosion and; Water Contamination

• Vehicular traffic on unpaved roads will be avoided as far as possible. Operation of vehicles and machinery close to the water channels, water reservoir will be minimized.

• Vehicles and equipment will not be repaired in the field. If unavoidable, impervious sheathing will be used to avoid soil and water contamination

Contractor ESC BC and After Construction (AC)

3.2 Air Quality

Deterioration

• Construction machinery and vehicles will be kept in good working condition and properly tuned, in order to minimize the exhaust emissions. The vehicle exhaust will comply with the NEQS.

• Fugitive dust emissions will be minimized by appropriate methods, such as spraying water on soil, where required and appropriate

• Project vehicles will avoid passing through the communities, farms and orchards as far as possible. If unavoidable, speed will be reduced to 15 km/h to avoid excessive dust emissions

Contractor ESC BC,AC

3.3 Noise • Vehicles will have exhaust mufflers(silencers) to minimize noise generation. Vehicle noise will comply with NEQS

• Nighttime traffic will be avoided near the communities. Local population will be taken in confidence if such work is unavoidable.

• Vehicular traffic through the communities will be avoided as far as possible.

• Vehicle speeds will be kept low, and horns will not be used while passing through or near the communities.

Contractor ESM BC,AC

3.4 Damage to infrastructure

• All damages to infrastructure will be restored to original –even better condition

Contractor GSC/ESC DC

4 Construction Camp

Establishment and

Operation

4.1 Soil Erosion / Contamination

• The construction camps will preferable be established in the nearby grid stations. Use of private land be agreed with surrounding resident/villagers be agreed.




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• Photographs will be taken to record the site conditions prior to the establishment of the camp.

• Construction camp will be located in stable and flat area, requiring minimal de-vegetation and leveling Approval of Engineer Incharge will be obtained for camp location.

• Land clearing, leveling and grading will be minimized, and carried out in manner to minimize soil erosion.

• Vehicular traffic on unpaved roads will be avoided as far as possible. Operation of vehicles close to the water channels, water reservoirs will be minimized.

• Contractors will prepare a waste disposal plan and submit to Engineer Incharge for his approval.

• For the domestic sewage, appropriate treatment and disposal system will be constructed having adequate capacity. Waste oils will be collected in drums and sold to the recycling contractors.

• The inert recyclable waste from the site (such as card board, drums, broken/used parts, etc.) will be sold to recycling contractors. The hazardous waste will be kept separate and handled according to the nature of the waste.

• Domestic solid waste from the construction camp will be disposed in a manner that does not cause soil contamination.

• The camp sites will be completely restored after the completion of the construction works. All temporary structures will be demolished, land leveled and re-contoured to the original condition or better. All debris and any other material will be removed from the site. The photographs taken prior to the camp establishment will be used to restore the area.

4.2

Air Quality Deterioration

• Construction camps, if located outside the grid stations, will be established about 500 m from communities.

• Generators and vehicles will be kept in good working

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condition and properly tuned, in order to minimize the exhaust emissions.

• Fugitive dust emissions will be minimized by appropriate methods, such as spraying water on soil, where required and appropriate. Waste water from kitchen and washing area of the construction camp may be used for water spraying.

• No open burning is allowed

• Project vehicles will avoid passing orchards. If unavoidable, max speed of 15 km/h will be observed to avoid excessive dust emissions

4.3 Surface Water

Contamination

• For the domestic sewage, appropriate treatment and disposal system will be constructed having adequate capacity. Waste oils will be collected in drums and sold to the recycling contractors.

• The inert recyclable waste from the site (such as card board, drums, broken/used parts, etc.) will be sold to recycling contractors. The hazardous waste will be kept separate and handled according to the nature of the waste.

• Domestic solid waste from the construction camp will be disposed in a manner that does not cause soil contamination.

Contractor GSC/ESC BC;DC

4.4 Water consumption

• Water will be obtained from the source approved by the Engineer Incharge.

• Astute planning will be employed to conserve water at the construction sites and camp. Water will be procured in a manner that least affects the local communities. Waste water recycling will be carried out for sprinkling and gardening purposes.

Contractor ESC DC

4.5 Loss of Vegetation

• Clearing natural vegetation will be avoided as far as possible.

• The camp will be established in a natural clearing, outside forested areas.

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• Complete record will be maintained for any tree cutting.

• The construction crew will be provided with LPG as cooking (and heating, if required) fuel. Use of fuel wood will not be allowed.

4.6 Noise • Generators and vehicles will have exhaust mufflers (silencers) to minimize noise generation. The noise levels measured at the camp periphery will meet the WB standards.

Contractor ESC DC

5 Transportation of Equipment and Construction Materials

5.1 Soil Erosion and Contamination Water Contamination

• Vehicular traffic on unpaved roads will be avoided as far as possible.

• Operation of vehicles and machinery close to the water channels, water reservoir will be minimized.


Contractor ESC DC

5.2 Air Quality

Deterioration

• The project vehicles will be kept in good working condition and properly tuned, in order to minimize the exhaust emissions. The vehicle exhaust will comply with the NEQS

• Fugitive dust emissions will be minimized by appropriate methods, such as spraying water on soil, where required and appropriate.

• Project vehicles will avoid passing through the communities, farms and orchards as far as possible. If unavoidable, speed will be reduced to 15 km/h to avoid excessive dust emissions.

Contractor ESC BC;DC

5.3

Noise

• Vehicles will have exhaust mufflers (silencers) to minimize noise generation. The vehicle noise will comply with the relevant NEQS.

• Nighttime traffic will be avoided near the communities. Local population will be taken in

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confidence if such work is unavoidable.

• Vehicular traffic through the communities will be avoided as far as possible. Vehicle speeds will be kept low, and horns will not be used while passing through or near the communities.

• The noise levels will comply with the WB standards.

6 Extension/Augmentation of Existing Grid Stations

6.1 Noise and

Vibration

• It will be ensured that the noise levels measured at the communities near the project sites (are kept within the acceptable limits (70 dB(A) for industrial zones day and night; 45 dB(A) night and 55 dB(A) daytime for residential areas).

• Noise levels will be measured at the key locations described above. If the noise levels are found to be more than the prescribed limits, appropriate measures will be undertaken by the construction team such as rescheduling the works, using quieter equipment and/or erecting barriers to protect the communities from excessive noise.

• Working hours for construction activities within the communities will be limited to between 8 am and 6 pm.

Contractor ESC DC

6.2 Soil Contamination; Water Contamination


• The domestic sewage, appropriate treatment and disposal system, such as septic tanks and soaking pits, will be constructed having adequate capacity. The contractor(s) will submit to ESI the plans for the camp layout and waste disposal system, and obtain approval.

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• waste oils will be collected in drums and sold to the recycling contractors.

• inert recyclable waste from the site (such as card board, drums, broken/used parts, etc.) will be sold to recycling contractors. The hazardous waste will be kept separate and handled according to the nature of the waste

• Domestic solid waste from the construction camp will be disposed in a manner that does not cause soil contamination. The waste disposal plan submitted by the contractor(s) will also address the solid waste.

• Leaked oil collection arrangement (such as a channel and a drain pit below the transformers) will be incorporated in the design of the transformer foundations at the grid stations.

6.3 Air Quality

Deterioration

• Ambient air quality measurements will be carried out at the key project sites (particularly the new grid station locations).

• Construction machinery, generators and vehicles will be kept in good working condition and properly tunned, in order to minimize the exhaust emissions.

• Fugitive dust emissions will be minimized by appropriate methods, such as spraying water on soil, where required and appropriate. Since water availability is an issue in some of the areas, it is recommended that the waste water from kitchen and washing area of the construction camp may be used for water spraying.

Contractor ESM DC/AC

7 Miscellaneous

7.1 Public grievances

• The communities near the project sites that currently do not have access to the electricity network, will be provided electric connections.

FESCO ESC DC

7.2 • Complaints on construction nuisance , damages to public property in any case be addressed

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7.3 Work Force employment

• Local skill and semi skilled labor be employed to address public grievances


8 Operation and

Maintenance Activities

8.1 Safety hazards

• FESCO's O&M staff will be provided essential protective gears and equipment.

• FESCO's O&M staff will be provided safety training. Refresher courses will be arranged on regular basis.

• Firefighting equipment will be made available at the grid stations.

• The Emergency Response Plan (ERP), prepared by FESCO, will be made available at each grid station. Its salient points will be displayed at prominent places within each grid station. The O&M staff will be given training on the ERP. The ESC will review the ERP . with respect to environmental/ social considerations, and recommend changes if needed. ERP will include procedure to inform the communities incase of fire in the grid stations.

• The communities near the grid stations and transmission lines will be educated on the risk of electrocution, and how to avoid accidents.

• Appropriate signage on safety precautions will be stalled at the key locations.

GSO ESM During Operation & Maintenance (O&M)

9.3

Noise emissions

• Noise measurements will be carried out at the outer fence of the grid stations, in order to ensure that the noise levels are within acceptable limits. If found beyond these limits at any stage, appropriate measures will be taken, such replacing the noisy equipment, and/or erecting noise barrier along the grid station outer periphery.

• Liaison with the nearby communities will be maintained in this regard

GSO ESC During Operation & Maintenance (O&M)

9.4

Soil and water

contamination

• The grid stations will have appropriate solid waste collection and disposal arrangements.

• The grid stations will have appropriate sewage handling system. The grid stations' sewage

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collection system will be connected to the Municipality operated sewerage system, if available. Otherwise, grid stations will have their septic tanks and soakage pits.

• Waste oils and chemicals will be disposed in accordance with their respective Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). MSDS will be made available at the grid stations and maintenance workshops.

• Non-toxic recyclable waste will be given away for recycling. Toxic waste will be stored separately, and incinerated at an appropriate double chamber incinerator.

• Grid stations will have channels and drainage pits to collect any leaked oil from the transformers in the grid stations. This oil will be sent back to the workshop for recycling.

• Any soil contaminated by the oil/chemical spillage will be removed and disposed off appropriately in accordance with the MSDS of the spilled oil/chemical.

ESC Environmental and Safeguard Cell PM Project Manager GSC Grid Station Construction (department); BC Before Construction DC During Construction AC After Construction GSO Grid Station Operation (department).


Attachment :2 SUMMARY OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Sr.No

Participant Name Participant Profession

Address Issues Raised/Concerns expressed/ Suggestions &

Requests

Proposed Measure

Action Taken / Proposed

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1.0 132 KV Grid Station Wan Bhachran 1 Muhammad Aslam S/o

Sher Muhammad (NIC # 38302-1161191-3 )

Teacher Permanent :Khankhelanwala P/o Hathi Khanwala Teh. & Dist Mianwali Temp: GHS Wan Bhachran

� Proposed location of

Extension/augmentation works of grid station should not be changed and be completed on priority basis.

Construction work should be completed in time

FESCO should complete all work timely

2 M Muhammad Muzaffar S/o Muhammad Ramzan (NIC # 38302-1200139-3 )

Ex- Army Man /Farming

Mohallah Islam Abad, Near Grid Station Wan Bhachran Teh. & Dist Mianwali

� Safety precautions should be taken during construction.

Contractor should take safety precautions during construction..

FESCO should bind the contractor to take safety precautions during construction.

3 Muhammad Nawaz S/o Malik Lal (NIC # 38302-1148122-1 )

Book Seller


� Local skilled and unskilled labor

should be used wherever possible

Skilled and unskilled labor should be preferred from the area

For project activities , FESCO & the Contractor should employ Skilled and unskilled labor from the area

4 Mrs. Muhammad Nawaz S/o Malik Lal

House Wife


� She concerns the privacy and safety issues during construction activities.

Privacy & safety issues are addressed by the contractors.

FESCO should bound the contractors to take care of privacy and safety issue in the area

2. 132 KV Grid Station Lalian District Chiniot 1 Muhammad Nawaz S/o

Muhammad Hyat (NIC # 33201-1627071-9)

Primary Teacher

Jhang Road Umar abad Lalian Teh. & Dist Chiniot

� Prolonged load shedding in the summer is a nuisance; he hoped that Extension/augmentation works will improve the situation.



Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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2 Mumtaz Ahmad S/o Allah Yar (NIC # 33201-1645509-5)

Electrician Masjid Talha Mohallah Mustafa Abad Lalian Teh. & Dist Chiniot

� Local skilled and unskilled labor should be used wherever possible



3 Mumtaz Ahmad S/o Ahmad Yar (NIC # 33201-1638774-1)

Farmer Bhanyanwala Post Office Lalian Teh. & Dist Chiniot





4 Muhammad Nawaz S/o Abdul Ghafoor (NIC # 33201-8103560-1)

Electrician Mohallah Kot Muhammad Yar Lalian Teh. & Dist Chiniot




3.132 KV Grid Station Sammundri Road Faisalabad 1 Muhammad Amin S/o

Muhammad Jamil (NIC # 33100-7009475-1)

Senior Engineer Civil

House # 907/B , Peoples Colony # 2 Faisalabad





2 Muhammad Saddique S/o Khuda Bux (NIC # 33100-9525167-1)

Social Worker/Ex- Counselor

Chak # 223 RB Mohallah Rasul Pura Near Grid Station Sammundri Road Faisalabad




3 Abdul Shakoor S/o Nazeer Ahmad (NIC # 33100-8578337-1)

Tailor Master

Chak # 223 RB Post Office Millat Colony Near Grid Station Sammundri Road Faisalabad






Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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4 Abdul Shakoor S/o Sajawal Khan (NIC # 33100-3877832-7)

Farmer Chak # 223 RB Jhanda Singh Post Office Harri Singh Near Grid Station Sammundri Road Faisalabad





4. 132 KV Grid Station Factory Area Faisalabad

1 Muhammad Usman S/o Muhammad Yousaf (NIC # 33100-8087736-7)

Rakshaw Driver

House # 1297 Street # 1 Bilal Gunj Faisalabad




2 Zafar Iqbal S/o Muhammad Aslam (NIC # 33102-1806164-5)

Hair Dresser

House # 146 G, Scheme # 212 III Dijkot Road Faisalabad





3 Muhammad Jamil S/o Sufi Shakeel Ahmad (NIC # 33105-0314061-9)

Diver Strret # 8 Mohallah Farooqia , Korianwala Sammundri Road Faisalabad




4 M/s Muhammad Jamil S/o Sufi Shakeel Ahmad

House Wife

Strret # 8 Mohallah Farooqia , Korianwala Sammundri Road Faisalabad

� She supports the construction of works relating to Extension/ Augmentation of existing Grid Stations. She complained about low voltage and frequent interruptions in the area causing damage to electric appliances

5. 132 KV Grid Station Narwala Faisalabad



Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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1 Muhammad Kashif S/o Muhammad Boota (NIC # 33100-5893884-1)

Shopkeeper

Sultan Town Chak # 217 RB Achkera Ghulam Muhammad Abad The. & Dist Faisalabad





2 Danish Basir S/o Bashir Ahmad (NIC # 33100-7004426-5)

Electrician Street # 4, Sultan Town Chak # 217 RB Achkera Ghulam Muhammad Abad The. & Dist Faisalabad

� Local skilled and unskilled labor

should be used wherever

possible



3 Wasif Ali S/o Javaid Iqbal (NIC # 33100-7004426-5)

Shopkeeper Sultan Town Chak # 217 RB Achkera Ghulam Muhammad Abad The. & Dist Faisalabad

Safety precautions should be taken during construction.



6. 132 KV Grid Station Chiniot Road Faisalabad

1 Ehsan-ul-Haq S/o Rana Muhammad Anwar Khan (NIC # 33100-9022386-1)

Mechanical Forman

House # 4 80 Block A Ghulam Muhammad Abad The. & Dist Faisalabad

Local skilled and unskilled labor should be used wherever possible



2 Saeed-ur –Rehman Khan S/o Muhammad Gul Janan Khan (NIC # 33100-6253423-7)

Music Center/Shop Keeper

Zeenat Town Near Sui Gas Colny Sargogha Road Faisalabad





7. 132 KV Grid Station Sardar Pur Noon Tehsil Bhalwal District Sargodha



Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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1 Muhammad Sarwar S/o Malik Atta Muhammad Awan (NIC # 38401-8443181-1)

Farmer Chah Mariwala Bhoji Koat Bhaira Teh. Bhalwal & Dist Sargodha




2 Muhammad Ishaque S/o Muhammad Hayat (NIC # 38401-8499698-5)

Farmer Dera Tulbanwala Dakhli Chawa Ali Pur Noon Tehsil Bhalwala Dist Sargodha




3 Muhammad usman S/o Muhammad Ikhlas (NIC # 38401-3119368-3)

Farmer Dera Tulbanwala Dakhli Chawa Ali Pur Noon Tehsil Bhalwala Dist Sargodha





8. 132 KV Grid Station Ludewala District Sargodha 1 Usman Hafeez S/o

Hafeez Ahmad (NIC # 38403-3320212-3)

DAE ( CIVIL)

House # 16 Mona Canal Colony PAF Road Sargodha





2 Muhammad Basharat S/o Ghulam Shabir (NIC # 38403-54451137-3)

Ara Machine

Chak # 55 North Near Grid Station , Tehsil & District Sargodha




3 Mulazam Hussain S/o Ghulam Muhammad (NIC # 38403-2231349-5)

Court Munshi







Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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4 M/s Mulazam Hussain House Wife


� Stable & reliable electric supply in the region with lesser complaints. She Supports Augmentation & Extension works . With timely completion , forced load shedding will reduce.

9.0 132 KV Grid Station Kad Lathi District Sargodha

1 Muhammad Nawaz S/o Allah Yar (NIC # 38402-5282500-5 )

Farmer Grid Colony Sangora Kad Lathi Teh. Sahiwal Dist Sargodha




2 Nasrullah S/o Allah Yar (NIC # 38402-0691076-1)

Farmer Rathana Vajh Kad Lathi Teh. Sahiwal Dist Sargodha

� Supports development work

3 Allah Yar S/o Allah Ditta (NIC # 38404-83322521-3)

Farmer Rathana Vajh Kad Lathi Teh. Sahiwal Dist Sargodha





4 Muhammad Sarfraz S/o Sher Muhammad (NIC # 38402-1586422-7)

Civil Engineer

Ali Pu Dakhli Dera P/O Muhammadwala Teh. Sahiwal Dist Sargodha

� He supports Augmentation/ Extension works . Being pro development , supports further Safety precautions should be taken during construction.



5 Rab Nawaz S/o Sher Muhammad (NIC # 38402-1586423-7)

SST Teacher

Ali Pu Dakhli Dera P/O Muhammadwala Teh. Sahiwal Dist Sargodha






Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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10.0 132 KV Grid Station Jhang –II

1 Muhammad Ramzan S/o Sakindar Hayat (NIC # 333202-8511977-3)

Farmer Chah Dabbanwala Kot Sai Singh Near Grid Station , Chiniot Road Jhang




2 Soba Khan S/o Muhammad Hamid (NIC # 333202-6636678-1)

Farmer Chah Nawan Khan , Sai Singh Near Grid Station , Chiniot Road Jhang




11.0 132 KV Grid Station Haveli Bahadar Shah

1 Sarfraz Khan S/o Muhammad Bukhsh (NIC # 33203-9464054-1 )

Farmer Noal Colony Havelli Bahadar Shah Teh. Shorkot Dist Jhang





2 Noor Muhammad S/o Allah Dittah (NIC # 33203-1364506-1 )

Farmer Mohallah Abbas Pur Near Hospital Havelli Bahadar Shah Teh. Shorkot Dist Jhang

� Supports any development work helping to control load shedding

3 Khalid Shah S/o Abdur-Rehman Shah (NIC # 33203-1377197-3)

Shop Keeper

Grid Colony Havelli Bahadar Shah Teh. Shorkot Dist Jhang






Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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4 Muhammad Latif S/o Ghulam Farid (NIC # 33203-1377197-3)

Social Worker/Farmer

Basti Mochiawala Near Grid Station Havelli Bahadar Shah Teh. Shorkot Dist Jhang




12.0 132 KV Grid Station Old Thermal Power Plant Faisalabad

1 Iftekhar Ahmad S/o Muhammad Sharif (NIC # 42201-0377003-3)

Social Worker

House # P-445/6 Street No 7, Dastageer Colony Mansoorabad Fasisalabad

� Stable & reliable electric supply in the region with lesser complaints. He Supports Augmentation & Extension works . With timely completion , forced load shedding will reduce. Local skilled and unskilled labor should be used wherever possible

2 Abdul Jabbad Tabassam S/o Fazal Muhammad (NIC # 33102-1749419-9)

Shop Keeper

House # P-652 Street No 9 Mansoorabad Fasisalabad




13.0 132 KV Grid Station Gojra District Toba Tek singh 1 Muneer Ahmad S/o

Hadayatt Ullah (NIC # 33301-207894-5)

Social Worker

Islam Pura Gojra Dist. Toba Tek Singh





2 Aman Ullah S/o Barkat Ullah (NIC # 33301-0770307-5)

Farmer Chak No 98 JB Tehsil Gojra Dist. Toba Tek Singh






Sr.No



Requests

Proposed Measure


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3 Umar Farooq Mujahid S/o Muhammad Rafique (NIC # 33301-2327210-1)

Shop Keeper

Islam Pura Gojra Dist. Toba Tek Singh





4 Muhammad Taj S/o Muhammad Rafique (NIC # 33301-2108909-3)

Employment

House No P-3, Mohallah Chaman Shah Gojra Dist. Toba Tek Singh

Stable & reliable electric supply in the region with lesser complaints. He Supports Augmentation & Extension works . With timely completion , forced load shedding will reduce. Local skilled and unskilled labor should be used wherever possible

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