Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) The proposed project falls in category 8 (a) B2 as per schedule of EIA Notification, 2006.

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1 Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) The proposed project falls in category 8 (a) B2 as per schedule of EIA Notification, Thus, EIA is not applicable for proposed project. We have derived project specific Environment Management Plan (EMP) is given as follows.

2 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP) The Environment Management Plan is a site specific plan developed to ensure that the project is implemented in an environmentally sustainable manner where all stakeholders including the project proponents, contractors and subcontractors, including consultants, understand the potential environmental risks arising from the proposed project and take appropriate actions to properly manage the risk. EMP is the key to ensure a safe and clean environment. A project may have identified proper mitigation measures but without a systematic management plan to execute it, the desired results may not be obtained. EMP is essential for the regular monitoring of ambient air quality, DG stack, treated sewage quality, noise level monitoring and soil quality monitoring in both construction & operation phase. Environment Management Plan envisages proper implementation of mitigation measures to reduce the adverse impacts arising out of the project activities. The following objectives have been attempted to fulfil in this EMP: a. To provide integrated and systematic management approach to the environment, b. To maximize the project benefits and limiting potential adverse impacts, c. To comply various environmental regulations, d. To demonstrate commitment towards environment and sustainability, e. To setup monitoring framework for different environmental parameters f. To take any necessary action when unforeseen impact occurs.

3 The EMP should be proactive in nature and need to be upgraded from the continual improvement point of view. EMP included four major elements: 1. Commitment and policy: The project will strive to provide and implement the Management Plan that incorporates all issues related to air, water, land, noise, biodiversity, socioeconomics, etc. 2. Planning: This includes identification of environmental impacts, legal requirements and setting environmental objectives. 3. Implementation: This comprises of understanding the ways in which environmental components can be managed, methodology of implementation, training of operational staff associated with environmental control facilities and documentation of measures to be taken. 4. Measurement and Evaluation: This includes monitoring, corrective actions record keeping and periodic assessment of measures implemented. 1. Structure of Environment Management Cell (EMC):

4 This Committee will meet at least once in a quarter and consider all issues affecting the environment. It will inspect the works frequently and take quick decisions to correct any anomaly. The Committee will meet and act as per the following schedule: Table 2: Review Schedule The Committee will address the short-comings in all the above instances and take action to take immediate remedial measures. A Minutes Book will be maintained wherein, the minutes of meetings and action taken reports will be entered and endorsed by all members of the Committee. The entries in the Minutes Book will be reviewed periodically. Monitoring of environmental parameters will be carried out through an NABL accredited/ MoEF & CC recognized laboratory. The results will be observed and immediate corrective steps taken to meet the prescribed standards. Role of EMC: The role of Management Cell will be as follows: Implementation of mitigation measures suggested in the EMP during construction stage.

5 Implementation of Monitoring Program through external agencies during construction & operation phase through Monitoring Division formed under EMC. Implementation of Policy. Implementing Compliance Assurance activities, namely environmental audits, Internal Audits and reviews of environmental procedures. Preparation & submission of six monthly monitoring Report to MPCB, CPCB Western Zone office Vadodara, SEAC and SEIAA Maharashtra and MoEF&CC Regional Office Nagpur. Overall supervision of monitoring and pollution control aspects. Supervision of green belt development program. Preparation of technical papers, technical reports, status reports and other input for Management from time to time with respect to EMP. Allocating Implementation Authority The responsibility for the implementation of the EMP will be with the Environment Management Cell (EMC). The developer will establish an Management Cell in order to systematically implement the EMP. The EMC will collaborate with external agencies whenever required for effective implementation of EMP. The EMC will ensure timely implementation of various mitigatory measures at different stages of the project within the scheduled time frame. Compliance during Sr. No. Component Remedial Measures Time frame Responsibility 1 Water Ground Water Surface water sources. No extraction of groundwater No disposal of any wastewater outside Site Supervisor Contractor, Site Supervisor

6 Drinking Water Requirement Wastewater from Workers camp. 2 Air & Noise Dust Generation Gaseous Emission from work vehicles Noise from machineries and construction 3 Land Land Development Solid Waste from construction work 4 Others Occupational Health Arrange water without affecting local requirement Ensure proper sanitation and drainage No direct wastewater discharge in waterbodies or the rivers/nullahs Spraying of water wherever required Ensure checking of vehicular emission and obtaining Pollution Under Control Certificate Ensure machineries meeting noise level standards Preserve the excavated topsoil to be used for green belt development. Ensure dumping at preselected location Ensure necessary facilities according to Factories Act Design Contractor, Site Supervisor Contractor, Site Supervisor Contractor, Site Supervisor Site Controller Contractor Design Consultant, Contractor, Supervising Engineer Contractor, Site Supervisor Contractor, Site Supervisor Compliance during Operation Sr. No Component Remedial Measures Time frame Responsibility 1 Wastewater No discharge of untreated wastewater outside the Facility 2 Gaseous Pollution Control Equipment s and Emission Dispersion through stack 3 Air Quality Regular Monitoring according to schedule Emission Operation Operation Operation Facility Manager and Facility Manager and

7 4 Water Quality Monitoring of wastewater quality before treatment and after discharge 5 Noise All machineries would follow relevant noise regulations.regular Monitoring Operation Operation according to schedule 6 Environment Solid Waste Disposal at preselected site within the plant premises and in ash pond Operation 7 Safety Maintain all safety provisions Operation 8 Statutory Meet all Statutory Requirements within Requirements time schedule Operation 9 Electrical Motion sensors has installed for lighting Energy control system. LED lights will be used for Operation Phas Reduction more electrical savings. 10 ly Friendly Gas ly friendly gas will be used in fire suppression system. This gas is having less value of ozone depletion coefficient 11 Solar Energy Solar PV System & Solar Hot Water will be used to light up external street lightings thereby reducing energy consumption significantly Operation Operation Facility Manager and Facility Manager and Facility Manager and Facility Manager and Facility Manager and Facility Manager Facility Manager Facility Manager 2. Details of Management Plans The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is comprehensive and integrated in nature covering all the environmental aspects which can have impacts on them. The EMP will be checked and upgraded periodically so that it can provide the management with inputs well in advance to initiate timely action. EMP will also cover the periodic training and awareness which needs to be provided to the staff so that they will carry out activities with least impact on the environment and contribute to the organizations overall goal of sustainability. 1 Air Quality Management a) : Water sprinkling will be done to avoid dispersion of dust and fugitive emissions. Overburdens & top-soils will be covered with tarpaulin sheets.

8 Dust suppression curtains or isolation of work area using corrugated metal sheets will be installed wherever possible during construction activity. All vehicles will be having proper PUC certificates. Roads will be paved in advance to reduce dust emissions. All the materials will be transported by covered trucks. Silent DG sets will be used which follows the prescribed emission standards set by CPCB. b) Operation : Silent DG sets will be used which follows the prescribed emission standards set by CPCB. All vehicles will be having proper PUC certificates. Dust arresting trees will be planted in greenbelt area. 2. Land Environment and Solid and Hazardous Waste Management a) : During proposed construction, removed sub-stratum will be used for backfilling in the foundation and for maintaining ground level. Site was already developed, hence top soil is available at one corner and same will be preserved and used for landscaping purpose. Waste from Labour activities: The solid waste during construction will be segregated. The biodegradable waste will be treated on site by bio-composting and manure produced will be used for landscaping. Recyclable non-biodegradable waste was handed over to authorized MPCB recycler.

9 b) Operation : Handed over to the MPCB authorized Collection/Recycling agency. Wet waste will be treated in Organic Waste Composting unit within premises and compost formed will use for gardening and landscaping purpose. Hazardous waste (Used oil from DG sets) will be handed over to the Authorized MPCB collection agency. Dry STP sludge will be used as manure for landscaping within premises. 3. Noise Quality Management a) : Simultaneous use of equipment generating noise of not greater than 85 db (A) will be avoided. Periodic maintenance of the construction equipment s and machinery will be done so as to reduce the noise pollution. Noise generating equipment s like DG set will be provided with proper acoustic enclosures. High noise generating construction activities would be carried out only during day time. Workers working near high noise construction machinery will be supplied with ear muffs/ear plugs. b) Operation : All installed DG sets will comply with emission standards & noise limits as prescribed by CPCB. All noise levels will be controlled by enclosing acoustical barriers where ever possible. All duct vents will be insulated to avoid heat or cooling losses.

10 Adequate Personal Protective Equipment s (PPEs) will be provided Green belts will be developed as a natural sound barrier and act as a sink for noise reduction. 4. Water Management a) : phase water requirement will be fulfilled from hired water tankers. Mobile toilets will be provided, 7 male & 3 female units with collection sump. Proper housekeeping will be maintained to avoid any water logging because of construction activity. b) Operation : STP of MBBR technology will be constructed & treated water will be used for gardening & flushing. The site will have a well-designed internal storm water drainage system which will prevent any flooding & further connected to sewer line. Water Conservation Management Plan Rainwater will be harvested by constructing RWH pits in storm water line. By reducing toilet cistern volume in single flush models. By promoting awareness on water conservation and reducing water wastage. By Quick fixing of leaking taps, pipes and toilet cisterns. By sweeping with a broom and pan where possible, rather than hose down external areas. Minimization of water use in gardens can be achieved by the following measures:

11 Drip irrigation system can be adopted. Drip irrigation system can cause in saving around % of the water use, compared with other watering techniques, Selecting a suitable native tress for plantation. 5. Energy Conservation Energy conservation measures are often the easiest, quickest and cheapest way to reduce costs and be environmentally pro-active. Energy conservation program will be implemented through measures taken both on account of energy demand and supply. The conservation efforts would consist of the following: Energy efficient appliances and high efficiency equipment s will be used and regularly monitored. Preference will be to purchase of star rated appliances Monitoring of energy consumption will be done and action taken to reduce energy consumption. Signage s and awareness programs for working staff will be held on site to on the need to conserve energy. Solar PV system, solar hot water system will also be considered depending on feasibility to reduce carbon footprint and dependence on grid power. 6. Ecological Management a) : During the construction phase, following precautions should be followed: After completion of major construction work, the green belt will be developed with recommended native plant species. Top soil strata will be reused in gardening purpose. b) Operation :

12 Green belt will be conserved & developed around the proposed area in order to decrease pollutant dispersion and increase the aesthetic beauty of the proposed site. 7. Training In addition to implementing and monitoring different environmental attributes, EMC also be actively involved in imparting training and raising environmental awareness to Engineers/Contractors and other staff members/ workers by considering their routine activities. In the long run, the EMC can impart additional and specialized training on environmental management of specific needs which will arise in future. a) Components of Training: The environmental training should encompass the following: Understanding of the relevant environmental regulations and their application to the project; Main impacts of the project on the environment; Mitigation measures as given in the EMP and their implementation; Duties and responsibilities of the Contractors and Supervision Consultants involved in the project; Supervision of the implementation of the EMP and environmental issues; monitoring during construction & operation stage; Preparation and submission of the reports required to management and statutory authorities. b) Training Program A training program needs to be worked out incorporating the project needs as well as the intermediate-team capacity. The program should consist of training modules

13 specific to target groups. The training would cover the basic principles and postulates of environmental assessment, mitigation plans and program implementation techniques, monitoring and management methods and tools. Looking into the potential requirements of each of the target groups, several training modules have been suggested. The training modules may be formulated as given in Table 3. Sr. No. Module I Module II Module III Module IV Module V Table 3: Training Modules for Management Aspects to Training Mode of be covered in training Recipients Training modules staff of EMC, Contractor and Site Engineers staff & engineers of EMC staff of EMC, contractor and Site Engineers staff EMC and Site Engineers staff & engineers of EMC Lecture Sessions, Workshops & Presentation Lecture Sessions, Workshops & Presentation Lectures; Demonstration sessions; Group Discussions Lectures; Group Discussions Lectures; Demonstration sessions; Group Discussions awareness + overview and Rules & Regulations Issues and Management Plan Waste Minimization & Management and energy conservation Planning for ly Sustainable Operation; Long term Issues in the project Risk Assessment & Management and Safety measures Training Conducting Agency External Agency/ EMC External Agency/ EMC External Agency External Agency External Agency; Risk Assessment Specialist 8. Awareness Awareness programs and campaigns will be implemented on systematic use of water, waste segregation and safe disposal methods, Health & Safety, etc. Signboards and

14 information boards creating awareness can be put in required areas both in English and local languages (Marathi). 9. Budgetary Allocations expenses is divided into two categories, i.e. capital cost and operation & maintenance cost. Capital cost is the cost of all the structural measures proposed for environmental protection during construction phase while the operation and maintenance cost include the cost of monitoring of environmental parameters and maintaining these measures over project life. The separate budget allocation will be provided for the implementation of Environment Management Plan (EMP). The estimated provision includes: a) During : Debris/ Top Soil & removed substratum management Drinking water & waste water management Water conservation Solid Waste Management Noise Barrier, Dust Suppression curtains & water sprinkling system Safety Measures Green Belt development b) During Operation : Ambient Air pollution monitoring, Noise monitoring, Water quality monitoring, Soil quality monitoring, Sewage and Solid waste management

15 Green Belt Management DMP Training and Awareness The estimated investment for environmental mitigation measures adopted to minimize the negative impact of project on environment is as given below table. Table 4: Cost Estimate for Environment Management Plan - Serial Number Attributes Parameter Total Cost per annum (Rs. In Lacs) 1 Mobile toilets No. 10 of units for (M& F) workers 2 2 Domestic Solid waste Biodegradable waste 15 3 Fugitive emissions Dust Control measures like site barricading, water sprinkling and dust suppression curtains 10 4 Worker health and safety PPE, fire safety equipment 5 contingencies 5 Monitoring Ambient Air, Water, Noise, Soil Table 5: Cost Estimate for Environment Management Plan - Operation Serial Number Component Description 1 Sewage Treatment Plant Civil and Equipment Cost along with Operation and Maintenance Cost Capital cost in (Rs. In Lacs) Operational and Maintenance cost (Rs. in Lacs/yr) Rain Water Harvesting Ground Water Recharge Monitoring 4 Energy saving System 5. Solid Waste 6. Disaster Management Ambient Air, Water, Noise, Soil Solar Hot water Heater Solid Waste Management Emergency response and contingency Total (Note: Values mentioned in the table are based on competitive market prices and subject to vary)