ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH

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1 ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH Project Proponent: M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT EIA Consultant: Ind Tech House Consult (An ISO 9001:2008 Certified Organization) G-8/6, Ground Floor, Sector 11, Rohini Delhi Tel: , Fax:

2 ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH Project Proponent: M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT For and on behalf of: Ind Tech House Consult Approved by: Mr. A.N.Devikar Signed: Position: EIA Coordinator This report has been prepared by Ind Tech House Consult with all reasonable skill, care and diligence within the terms of the contract with the client, incorporating our general terms and conditions of business and taking account of the resources devoted to it by agreement with the client. We disclaim any responsibility to the client and others in respect of any matters outside the scope of the above. The document has been prepared for the titled project or named part thereof and should not be relied upon or used for any other project without an independent check being carried out as to its suitability and prior written authority of Ind Tech House Consult being obtained. Ind Tech House Consult accepts no responsibility or liability for the consequences of this document being used for a purpose other than the purpose for which it was commissioned. Any person using or relying on the document for such other purpose agrees, and will by such use or reliance be taken to confirm his agreement to indemnify Ind Tech House Consult for all loss or damage resulting there from. Ind Tech House Consult accepts no responsibility or liability for this document to any party other than the person by whom it was commissioned.

3 DECLARATION BY EXPERTS Declaration By Experts Contributing to the Environmental Clearance of Expansion of Group Housing Project at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above EIA. EIA coordinator: Mr. Arvind Narayan Devikar Associate coordinator: Mr. Soumya Dwivedi Signature and Date: S. Functional Name of the expert/s NO. areas 1 WP Mrs. Supriti Guha (FAE) Signature and date Mr. Soumya Dwivedi (Team Member) 2 MSW Mrs. Supriti Guha (FAE) Mr. Soumya Dwivedi (Team Member) 3 LU Mr. Rajveer Singh (FAE) Mr. Manish Shukla (AFAE) 4 AP Mr. Suman Banerjee (FAE) Mr. Soumya Dwivedi (Team Member) 5 NV Dr. Manoj Kr. Mishra (FAE) Mr. Suman Banerjee (AFAE) 6 EB Dr. Sameer DeshPande(FAE) Dr. Bideh Shukla (Team Member) 7 SE Dr. Debashish Bhttacharya (FAE) 8 HG Mr. Manish Shukla (AFAE) 9 SC Mr. Shrikant Mishra (FAE) Dr. Bideh Shukla (Team Member)

4 Associate Staff 1. Mr. Anand Kumar Dubey 2. Mr. Indra Sharma 3. Ms Monika Singh 4. Mr. Saurabh Bhardwaj Monitoring Laboratory Involved Ind Research and Development House ( NABL Approved Lab) Signature For Ind Tech House Consult

5 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh TABLE OF CONTENTS Section No. Contents Page No. I Form II Form 1A III Conceptual Plan TOR Compliance Executive Summary Chapter-1: Introduction Introduction Project Background & Description of Project Proponent Name and Contact Address of Project Proponent Implementing Organization Land Description Legislation(s)/ Orders passed by any Court of Las/ any other Statutory Authority Objective of the EIA Study Scope of the Study EIA Methodology Purpose of the Report Structure of the EIA Report 13 Chapter-2: Project Description Project Description Goal and Objective of the Proposed Project Significance of the Proposed Project at Regional Level Significance of the Proposed Project at Local Level Project Description Site Selection Criteria Nature and Size of the Project Project Site Location Environmental Liability of the Project Site Site Connectivity Project Site and Surrounding within 500 m radius Internal Road Network and Main Road Connectivity Project Components Development Concept Land Use Distribution and Area Statement Land Use Distribution Project Site Elevation and Sections Population Details Utilities Proposed during Construction and Operation Phase Water Requirement and Supply Sewage Disposal Solid Waste Facility Rain Water Harvesting System Power Requirement and Supply Fuel Requirements Parking Landscaping & Green Area Details Fire Fighting Facility 2.14 Major Construction Stages Building Materials for Construction 35 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 i IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

6 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 2.16 Resettlement And Rehabilitation Other Relevant Information Construction Workforce Cost Of The Project 36 Chapter-3: Legal Administrative Framework Legal & Administrative Framework Environmental Policies Legal Provisions for Environment Related to Building / Construction / Area 37 Development & Township Projects 3.3 Siting of Projects Environmental Clearance of Developmental Projects Urban Planning & Land Use Usage of Water & Water Pollution Air Quality Noise Level Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Storage and Use of Petroleum and Hazardous Chemicals Statutory National Capital Region (NCR) Regional Plan Operation of Motor Vehicles Institutional Framework Ministry of Environment & Forests Central & State Pollution Control Boards Municipalities & the Municipal Corporations Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) Manual on norms & standards for large construction projects 45 Chapter-4: Baseline Environmental Status Baseline Environmental Status Introduction Methodology of Conducting Baseline Study Criteria for Baseline Environment Study Components and Parameters for Baseline Environmental Study Physical Environment Land Use Pattern Landuse pattern within Project Site Rainfall and Climate Site Topography & Contour Drainage Pattern Geology Soil Quality Soil characteristics Soil Type Observation Geomorphology Seismicity Air Environment Metrological data from secondary sources Temperature Precipitation Cloud Cover Wind Speed 66 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 ii IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

7 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh Wind Rose Atmospheric stability Mixing height Averaged Meteorological Data Windrows Ambient Air Quality Observations Water Environment Noise Environment Noise Quality Sources of Noise Emissions Surrounding the Site Noise Level in the Project Influence Area Ecological Environment Socio Economic Development & Its Impacts Demographic Profile of District Amenities 89 Chapter-5: Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures Pollution Sources Potential Impacts Impacts Due to Project Location Displacement of People Change of Land use Landscaping and Shelterbelt Development Shifting of Utilities Impact on Archaeological Property Impact Due To Project Construction Pressure on Local Infrastructure Denudation & Contamination of Soil Impact on Water Quality Impact on Air Quality Noise Pollution Traffic Congestion/ Increase Public health and safety measures to be adopted during construction Socio-economic Impacts Impacts Due To Project Operation Air Environment Potential Air Environment Impact Assessment Noise Environment Noise Impact Assessment Construction Phase Wastewater Management and Disposal Solid Waste Hazardous Waste Socio Economic Impacts Induced Development Positive Impacts on Infrastructure Negative Impacts on Infrastructure 107 Chapter-6: Environment Management Plan Environment Management Plan Preamble 108 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 iii IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

8 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 6.2 Environmental Management System Sewage Treatment Plant Emission From DG Sets Hazardous Waste Management 112 Chapter-7: Environmental Monitoring Programme Environmental Monitoring Programe Preamble Water Quality Monitoring Air And Noise Quality Monitoring Compilation And Analysis of Data and Reporting System 116 Chapter-8: Risk Assessment & Disaster Management Plan Risk Assessment & Disaster Management Plan Preamble Objectives of Disaster Management Plan (DMP) Risk Hazard & its control measures Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Response in case of Earthquake Response in case of Fire Resource Conservation Resettlement and Rehabilitation 122 Chapter-9: Alternative Technology Alternative Technology Use of Environment Friendly Materials Building Materials Green Buildings Issues in Green Building Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Direct and Indirect Environmental Impact Resource Conservation and Recycling Indoor Environmental Quality Community Issues to be Kept In View at the Time of Designing Energy Conservation Awareness Programme Environmental Attributes Management and Mitigation Conclusion 129 Chapter-10: Project Benefits Project Benefits General Physical Infrastructure Economic Benefits Environment Corporate Responsibility Benefits To Women Increase In Land Value Wider Economic Growth 131 Chapter-11: Summary & Conclusion 132 Chapter-12: Consultant Disclosure ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 iv IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

9 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh LIST OF TABLES Table No. Contents Page No. 1.0 Salient Features of the Proposed Project Baseline Status Collated from Analysis of Secondary and Primary Data General Conditions as per EIA Notification Area Details showing proposed land uses Area Statement & Salient Features of Project Population Details during Construction & Operation Phase of the project Water Demand during Construction Phase Water Demand during Operation Phase Break up of Total Water Demand Quantification of Waste during operation phase RWH Structure Details of Proposed Project Power Demand Parking Details List of Plant Species that are likely to be planted List of Construction Materials Summary of Environmental Legislation concerning Proposed Project Various Environmental Attributes Environmental Attributes: Frequency and Monitoring Method Land use of 10 km radius of the Project Site Main Surrounding Features Geological Succession Average Soil Analysis Result: March, 2016 to May, Standard Soil Classification History of Earth Quake in NCR Region from April `1980 to March Primary Sources & Effects of Air Pollutants due to Proposed Project Averaged Minimum Temperature Profile (1997 to 2011) Met station Palam Averaged Maximum Temperature Profile (1997 to 2011) Met station Palam Rainfall Data for Last Fifteen Years in Delhi (Palam) Cloud Cover Data for Last Fifteen Years of Delhi (Safdarjung), Morning Hours 65 (8.30 IST) 4.14 Cloud Cover Data for Last Fifteen Years of Delhi (Safdarjung), Evening Hours 65 (17.30 IST) 4.14 Monthly Mean Wind Speed in KMPH (Year ) Monthly Mean Speed in KMPH (Year ) Frequency of Stability Class Average Results of Ambient Air Quality Average Ground Water Quality Monitoring Results (Project Site) March, 2016 to M Average Ground Water Quality Monitoring Results (Kondali Bangar) March, to May, Average Surface Water Quality Monitoring Results (Hindon River) March, 2016 to 54 May, Primary Effects of Noise Pollution from Construction & Operation Activities of the 82 Site 4.22 Ambient Noise Standards as per CPCB Noise Monitoring Results 85 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 v IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

10 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 4.24 Population Detail Potential Pollutant Sources & Characteristics Overview of Potential Impacts due to the Proposed Project Typical Noise Levels from Construction Equipment FREQUENCY OF STABILITY CLASSES Emission Source Characteristics Resultant Concentration Level of Pollutants Noise Levels Generated from Construction Equipment Characteristics of Wastewater and Treated Water Environmental Management Plan Suggested Monitoring Program for Proposed Project Monitoring Programme during Construction and Operation Stage Record Keeping Requirements Activities during construction and operation along with mitigation measures 118 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 vi IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

11 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh LIST OF FIGURES Figure No. Contents Page No. 1.0 Location of the Project Site EIA Methodology Site Location on Master Plan Site Locations on Sector map Project Locations on Google Map with coordinate Site Connectivity at Project Site Site Features within 500 m Boundary of Project Site Area details showing proposed uses Project Site Layout Plan Water Balance Diagram Design of STP Land use pattern around 10 km radius of the Project Site Google Map 10km Radius Contour Map of the Project Area Drainage Map of the Project Area Soil Quality Monitoring Location Location of the Project Site on Seismic Zone map Wind Rose Diagrams for 8.30 Hrs. (Mourning ) for the Year Wind Rose Diagrams for Hrs. (Evening) for the Year Wind Rose Diagram for Year Windrows of the project site Ambient Air monitoring locations Chart Showing AAQ in the Study Area Water Quality Monitoring Locations Noise Monitoring Locations Noise level of the Study Area Land use of the Proposed Project Layout of Construction Camp Spatial distribution of 24-hour average PM10 Conc. (µg/m3) Spatial distribution of 24-hour average PM2.5 Conc. (µg/m3) Spatial distribution of 24-hour average SO2 Conc. (µg/m3) SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF 24-HOUR AVERAGE NOX CONC. (µg/m3) SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF 8-HOUR AVERAGE CO CONC. (MG/M3) Schematic flow diagram of STP proposed 105 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 vii IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

12 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh LIST OF ANNEXURE Annexure-1: Previous EC Letter Annexure-2: Land Document Annexure-3: ToR Letter Annexure-4: NABET Accreditation Letter Annexure-5: Lab Accreditation Letter ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 viii IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

13 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 Application for Prior Environmental Clearance (EC) FORM 1 (See Paragraph 6 Notification dated14 th September 2006) as amended to EIA Notification, 2006 issued vide S.O. 3067(E) on dt Basic Information SN Item Details 1. Name of the project/s Expansion of Group Housing Project at Plot No GH- 04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 2. S. No. in the schedule 8(b) 3. Proposed capacity / area / length /tonnage to be handled / command area/lease area / number of wells to be drilled 4. New/Expansion/Modernization Expansion Total Plot area : sq m Total Built up Area of Project Approx.(Phase I + Phase II): 5,28, sq m Plot Area of Phase II: sq m Built up area of Phase II : sq m No of Saleable dwelling Units: Existing capacity/area etc. Phase I Under Construction (Nearing Completion) with Built up Area Approx: Sqm 6. Category of the project i.e. A or B A ( As the built up area of the project is more than 3,00,000 sq.m.) 7. Does it attract the general condition? No If yes, please specify. 8. Does it attract the specific condition? No If yes, please specify. 9. Location Plot/Survey/Khasra No. Village -- Tehsil District State 10. Nearest railway station/airport along with distance in kms. Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV Greater Noida Gautam Budh Nagar Uttar Pradesh Indira Gandhi International Airport: Km West Ghaziabad Railway Station: 7.23 KM N 11. Nearest town, city, district Within Greater Noida Headquarters along with distance in Km 12. Village Panchayats, Zilla Parishad, Municipal Corporation, Local body Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (complete postal address with telephone nos. to be given) 13. Name of the applicant M/S Nirala Infratech Pvt Ltd. 14. Registered Address 1113, 11 th Floor, Kailash Building, Plot No. 26 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi Address for correspondence: 1113, 11 th Floor, Kailash Building, Plot No. 26 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT 1

14 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 Name Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO) Mr. Suresh Kumar Garg CMD Address 1113, 11 th Floor, Kailash Building, Plot No. 26 Kastuba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi- Pin Code dir@niralaworld.com Telephone No Fax No Details of Alternative Sites examined, if any. Location of these sites should be shown on a topo sheet. Not applicable, project land is in residential area as per master plan of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority and this is an expansion project. 17. Interlinked Projects Not Applicable 18. Whether separate application of Not Applicable interlinked project has been submitted? 19. If yes, date of submission Not Applicable 20. If no, reason. Not Applicable 21. Whether the proposal involves approval/ clearance under: if yes, details of the same and their status to be given. (a)the forest (Conservation) Act, 1980? (b)the wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972? (c) The C.R.Z. Notification, 1991? 22. Whether there is any Government No order/policy relevant/ relating to the site? 23. Forest land involved (hectares) No 24. Whether there is any litigation pending against the project and/or land in which the project is proposed to be set up? (a) Name of the Court (b) Case No. (c) Orders/directions of the Court, if any and its relevance with the proposed project. No, Project proposal does not involve approval/clearance under subhead a, b & c No ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 2 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

15 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 (I) Activity 1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.) SN Information/Checklist confirmation 1.1 Permanent or temporary change in land use, land cover or topography including increase in intensity of land use (with respect to local land use plan) 1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings? Yes/ No No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Proposed development was as per master plan developed by Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. Development will be done according to sanctioned building plan. Land use of the project site is residential as master plan of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. The site is allotted for residential development. This is an expansion project and therefore, no clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings is envisaged. 1.3 Creation of new land uses? No. There will be no creation of new land use as Land use is residential as per master plan of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. 1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore houses, soil testing? Yes Geotechnical Soil investigation has been carried out. 1.5 Construction works? Yes The major construction works are given below: Site Development Road Development Internal roads Utilities/Services Water Supply Sewerage Drainage Rain Water Harvesting Structures and Pits Power supply and back up facility, Buildings Residential commercial Community Guard room NS & N. Homes 1.6 Demolition works? No No demolition activity is involved in this project. 1.7 Temporary sites used for construction works or housing of construction workers? Yes There is provision of labour camp for construction workers. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 3 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

16 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation 1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or earthworks including linear structures, cut and fill or excavations 1.9 Underground works including mining or tunneling? Yes/ No Yes Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Above ground building structures will include building of B+ST/PO+24 residential towers. The earthwork is involved for foundation and basement. Excavated soil will be used for site leveling, back filling/filling in raft and road construction. Top layer of soil is stored and will be used for landscaping/horticulture development work. Underground works includes excavation of earth and construction of foundation & basement for parking 1.10 Reclamation works? No Not involved Dredging? No Not involved Offshore structures? No Not involved Production and manufacturing processes? 1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or materials? 1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid or liquid effluents? ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 No Yes Yes This is a group housing project. Hence no production or manufacturing activities will be involved. Temporary facilities will be developed during construction phase for storage of construction materials. During operation phase facility for storage of HSD will be constructed at a specified place within the premises. Solid Waste Construction Stage : The construction stage solid waste will comprise mainly of construction waste. The construction debris generated will be reused within the site for various construction works. In addition to that there will be generation of small quantity of municipal waste from 400 construction labors. It will be ensured that the generated waste will be sent to nearest designated waste storage bins. Operation Stage: Solid waste generation from the facility will be approximately 5.25 TPD including 3.18 TPD biodegradable wastes. IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT 4

17 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Solid waste generated from different apartments and other areas will be collected daily on door to door basis by the dedicated and trained housekeeping staff. Twin bin systems will also be provided for collection of waste segregated at sources, garbage shafts have also been proposed in the towers. Recyclable wastes will be sold to authorized vendors and non- recyclable wastes will be disposed through authorized agency to municipal waste disposal site. As Biodegradable (including horticulture) shall be treated in OWC installed at site. Sewage sludge Kg/day of sewage sludge will be generated which will be use as manure for plants and surplus manure will be sold to the farmers. Hazardous waste: 4.9 liters/day of waste oil from DG sets will be generated this will be sold to authorized recyclers. E Waste : Approx. 26 kg/day e-waste will be generated from the project this will be stored at a designated place within site and will be handed over to authorized recyclers. Liquid Effluent Construction Stage: During the construction stage KLD domestic liquid effluent generations. Wastewater generated from construction site contains suspended materials, and washings from various areas. Construction waste-water shall be collected in a separate basin and shall be reused after primary treatment for sprinkling on roads. Mobile toilets and potable water facilities will be provided at site during construction phase for labour and staff. Operation Stage: Sewage generated during operation phase would be approx. 738 KLD and only 298 KLD waste water ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 5 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

18 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation 1.16 Facilities for long term housing of operational workers? Yes/ No Yes 1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic No Not applicable during construction or operation? 1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne No Not applicable or other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc? 1.19 Closure or diversion of existing No Not applicable transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements? 1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or pipelines? No Not applicable 1.21 Impoundment, damming, No culverting, realignment or Not applicable. other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers? 1.22 Stream crossings? No Not applicable 1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water form ground or surface waters? No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data will be treated in onsite STP of 700 KLD as our treated water requirement is only 239 KLD and 289 KLD of waste water from I st Phase will be treated in this STP to meet the treated water requirement of Ist Phase. Remaining untreated waste water will be discharged into public sewer with prior permission. Cabin for watchman provided. There is no extraction or transfers of ground water for the project For construction: Water is being sourced through Tanker supplies/ Taken from the nearest STP. After treatment water quality is checked for fitness for the construction purpose before use. During operation phase, water will be supplied by Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 6 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

19 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation 1.24 Changes in water bodies or the land surface affecting drainage or run-off Transport of personnel or materials for construction, operation or decommissioning Long-term dismantling or decommissioning or restoration works? 1.27 Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment? Yes/ No Yes Yes No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data By considering run off prior to development & run off after development there is some increment in storm water runoff. However runoff generated from the project site during monsoon season will be recharged to ground water aquifer. Network of drainage system developed in the site will be used to collect roof as well as surface runoff. Potential Quantity of runoff is M 3 on annual basis which will be recharged to ground. During construction phase transport of personnel as well as construction materials would be required. The personnel engaged from nearby areas. Precaution will be taken to reduce the impact of vehicular movement by trying to avoid the vehicular trips during peak hours. During the operation phase sufficient parking spaces proposed in open, stilt and basements. Not applicable Not applicable 1.28 Influx of people to an area in either temporarily or permanently? Yes Construction phase Temporary influx of people about 400 from the nearby areas is expected. Introduction of alien species? No Not applicable 1.30 Loss of native species or genetic diversity? No 1.31 Any other actions? No None Operation phase 9378 persons residential in complex floating. Not applicable 2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply): ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 7 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

20 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/checklist confirmation 2.1 Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha) 2.2 Water (expected source & competing users) unit: Yes/ No Yes Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data The proposed project site and its surrounding areas have been designated for residential development as per Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority master plan. Water requirement during construction phase is being met by tanker supply by authorized supplier or treated waste water supply from nearest STP. During operation phase fresh water demand will be met from Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority water supply department. Treated water demand for flushing and gardening shall be met from treated water from STP installed at Site. 239 KLD treated water will be reused within site premises. 2.3 Minerals (MT) No Not applicable 2.4 Construction material stone, aggregates, sand / soil (expected source MT) 2.5 Forests and timber (source MT) 2.6 Energy including electricity and fuels (source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW) 2.7 Any other natural resources (use appropriate standard units) Yes No Yes No Construction materials such as Cement, Steel, Bricks, Stone aggregates, and Sand would be required for the project. These will be procured from reputed licensed local vendors. Limited use of timber will be done and it will be restricted to selected locations. Power for the proposed project will be supplied by NPCL (Noida Power Company Ltd.). Maximum power Demand for the proposed project is 5000 KW. DG sets of 3530 KVA will be used as power backup during grid failure. HSD (ultra low sulphur variety as per availability) fuel will be used for DG sets. 3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health. SN Information/Checklist confirmation 3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, Yes/ No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data This is a Group Housing Project and no storage of hazardous chemicals (as per MSIHC rules) will be made, apart from limited quantity of HSD storage (for DG sets). ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 8 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

21 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 and water supplies) 3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or water borne diseases) 3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by changing living conditions? 3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc., No No No Suitable drainage and waste management measures will be adopted to restrict stagnation of water & accumulation of waste. This will effectively restrict the reproduction and growth of disease vectors. Not Applicable. Not applicable. 3.5 Any other causes No Not applicable 4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month) SN Information/Checklist confirmation 4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes 4.2 Municipal wastes (domestic and or commercial wastes) 4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous Waste Management Rules) Yes/ No No Yes Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Excavated top soil was properly stacked it will be reused as top layer for horticulture development. Remaining soil will be used for site leveling, back filling/filling in raft and road construction. Construction Phase: Municipal solid waste 97.5 kg/day. Operation Phase: Municipal solid wastes 5.25 TPD The solid waste includes paper, card board, plastic cans etc. and kitchen wastes from houses. Recyclable wastes like card boards and plastic cans will be sold to authorized vendors. Biodegradable waste will be treated in onsite OWC. Inert waste will be sent to landfill site through authorized vendor. Waste oil 4.9 Lts on daily basis from DG sets will be the only hazardous waste generated from the project. This waste oil will be carefully stored in HDPE drums in isolated covered space and sold to recycler authorized by CPCB/SPCB. Suitable care will be taken to prevent spills/ leaks ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 9 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

22 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data of used oil from storage. 4.4 Other industrial process wastes No Not applicable 4.5 Surplus product No Not applicable 4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge from effluent treatment 4.7 Construction or demolition wastes 4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment 4.9 Contaminated soils or other materials Yes Yes No No Dried sludge from the STP will be used as manure for horticulture development. Surplus manure will be sold to farmers. Demolition work was not involved. Construction Waste: Excavated soil will be used for back filling. Other construction waste like bricks, concrete etc will be used in sundry/roadwork/manholes etc. Gunny bags, cardboards will be sent to authorize recycler. The unused waste will be sent to land fill site through authorized vender. Not applicable Not applicable 4.10 Agricultural wastes No Not applicable 4.11 Other solid wastes No Not applicable 5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr) SN Information/Checklist confirmation 5.1 Emissions from combustion of fossil fuels from stationary or mobile sources 5.2 Emissions from production processes Yes/ No Yes No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Emission will be from Stationary Sources: DG sets 3530 KVA Mobile Sources: Vehicular emissions CPCB approved DG sets with acoustic canopy will be used only during power failure. Not applicable ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

23 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation 5.3 Emissions from materials handling including storage or transport Yes/ No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data No Fugitive dust emission due to transportation & handling -loading - unloading activities was envisaged during construction. Frequent water sprinkling will be done to minimize the fugitive emissions. 5.4 Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment 5.5 Dust or odours from handling of materials including construction materials, sewage and waste 5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste 5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris) 5.8 Emissions from any other sources Yes Margin al Yes No No No During the construction phase, major emission will be in the form of fugitive dust, use of DG sets and transportation of construction material. The project may cause rise in dust levels during construction phase. Precautions would be taken to reduce dust generation during construction phase: Use of RMC to reduce material handling & dust generation. Tarpaulins will be used to cover trucks carrying debris. Water sprinkling will be practiced at regular intervals to reduce dust emissions. Dust generated during operation stage shall be minimal due to vegetated & hard surface. Sewage generated from proposed project will be treated in onsite STP. Not applicable Burning of any substances including biomass, slash materials and/ or construction debris will be prohibited Nil 6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat: SN Information/Checklist confirmation 6.1 From operation of equipment e.g. engines, ventilation plant, crushers ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 Yes/ No Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Noise is expected to be generated during construction phase mainly from operation of heavy machinery, DG sets, and traffic. The indicated noise levels from certain construction plants/equipment are indicated below: 11 Concrete Mixer - 85 dba Generator - 75 dba Pumps dba IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

24 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Trucks dba For control of noise following measures shall be adopted: Properly maintained equipment with mufflers will be used. High noise generating construction activities would be carried out only during day time. Workers working near high noise construction machinery would be supplied with ear muffs/ear plugs. During operation noise from operation of DG sets is envisaged. However, the generator sets installed will operate at noise level less than 75 db (A) as the generators will be placed either in acoustic chambers or a canopy as per CPCB norms. 6.2 From industrial or similar processes 6.3 From construction or demolition No Yes Not applicable Noise Pollution Control: Noise pollution will be due to operation of machinery DG set & transportation vehicles during construction stage & operation of DG set & vehicular movements during operation phase. As there is negligible habitation in nearby area impact will be insignificant. However following precautions shall be taken to control noise pollution : High noise generating construction activities would be carried out only during day time. Installation, use and maintenance of mufflers on equipment. Workers working near high noise construction Machinery would be supplied with ear muffs/ear plugs. 6.4 From blasting or piling No Not involved in the project. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

25 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation 6.5 From construction or operational traffic 6.6 From lighting or cooling systems Yes/ No Yes Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Construction Phase: Precautions will be taken to reduce the impact of the vehicular movement such as vehicular trips will not be at peak traffic hours. Operation Phase: The vehicular parking will be restricted only in the planned parking area, which would help in reducing noise pollution generally created due to traffic congestion. Adequate peripheral tree plantation & soft vegetation will also help in surface reduction of the noise level and improve air quality. Residents may use unit ACs which reject heat. 6.7 From any other sources No Nil 7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea: SN Information/Checklist confirmation 7.1 From handling, storage, use or spillage of hazardous materials 7.2 From discharge of sewage or other effluents to water or the land (expected mode and place of discharge) 7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to air into the land or into water Yes/ No Yes No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data The waste oil generated during operation phase from the DG sets will be collected and separately stored in HDPE drums over concrete floor within the premises before final disposal. All precautionary steps will be taken to avoid spillage It will be directly transferred to authorized recyclers. Generated Sewage from the campus will be treated in the STP proposed onsite, and recycled within the proposed project facility for gardening and flushing Surplus treated water will be discharged in public sewer with permission of competent authority. Dust generation during construction phase from earthworks and movement of vehicles was a temporary phenomenon and will have short term impact during construction phase. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ Appropriate fugitive dust control measures, IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

26 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data including water sprinkling of exposed areas and dust covers for trucks, will be provided to minimize any impacts. DG exhaust will be discharged at height stipulated by CPCB. Height of stack will be 6 mt above the terrace of tallest tower. 7.4 From any other sources No Nil 7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources? No No. 8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment SN Information/Checklist confirmation 8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc from storage, handling, use or production of hazardous substances Yes/ No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data During construction phase, no such risk was anticipated. However, the contractors shall comply with the safety procedures, norms and guidelines as applicable) mentioned in the National Building Code of India and Bureau of Indian Standards. During Operation Phase, all precautionary and safety measures will be taken to minimize any accident hazard. 8.2 From any other causes No Nil 8.3 Could the project be affected by natural disasters causing environmental damage (e.g. Floods, earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst etc)? Yes The site lies in Seismic Zone IV. The construction will be carried out as per the guidelines prescribed for Seismic Zone IV in NBC All the civil structures will be seismically resistant and designed as per following IS codes: IS 4326: 1993 IS 1893 (Part I),2002 Site & surrounding is flat hence Flooding & landslide respectively are not involved in project. Event of cloudburst not recorded. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

27 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality SN Information/Checklist confirmation 9.1 Lead to development of supporting. facilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project, which could have impact on the environment e.g.: Yes/ No Yes Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data The Group housing project will be equipped with dedicated internal road, parking, internal water distribution system, fire fighting system, internal sewage collection & treatment facility, lighting facilities, solar lighting, and power backup facility & solid waste collection & treatment facility. Supporting infrastructure (roads, power supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc.) Yes This is a planned development hence social as well as physical infrastructure like roads, power, waste has already been considered by planning department GNIDA and waste water will be treated onsite will have negligible discharge and impacts on environment. extractive industries Yes Increase demand for minerals, metals & transport fuel. supply industries Yes Construction materials other No No 9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an impact on the environment No No 9.3 Set a precedent for later developments 9.4 Have cumulative effects due to proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects Yes Yes This is residential project there will be generation of employment during construction & operation phase. Impacts on water availability, availability of electricity, traffic congestion etc. (II) Environmental Sensitivity SN Areas Name/ Identity 1 Areas protected under Yes international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value Aerial distance (within 15 km) of proposed project location boundary Not Applicable. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

28 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Areas Name/ Identity 2 Areas which are important or Yes sensitive for ecological reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests. Aerial distance (within 15 km) of proposed project location boundary Hindon River : 1.88 Km NW 3 Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration 4 Inland, coastal, marine or underground waters Yes No Okhla Bird Sanctuary 13 Km West Not located within 15 km of the proposed project location. 5 State, National boundaries Yes Project Site falls in Delhi NCR region and Near at Delhi Border is Km NW. 6 Routes or facilities used by the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas 7 Defense installations No Not applicable. No The site does not fall under any route to any pilgrim, tourist or recreational area. 8 Densely populated or builtup area 9 Areas occupied by sensitive man-made land uses (hospitals, schools, places of worship, community facilities) 10 Areas containing important, high quality or scarce resources (ground water resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals) 11 Areas already subjected to pollution or environmental damage. (those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded) No Yes No No Density of Surrounding development is as per master plan. Number of manmade community facilities such as, schools, places of worship are available in nearby areas, but not close to the site. These installations will not have any impact due to construction of proposed project. The project site does not fall in the notified areas for control and regulation of ground water. However, the extraction of ground water is disallowed by the order of Hon ble High court. Nothing specific 12 Areas susceptible to natural Yes The project is located at seismic zone IV ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT 16

29 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1 SN Areas Name/ Identity hazard which could cause the project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions) Aerial distance (within 15 km) of proposed project location boundary according to Indian Standard Seismic Zoning Map. Structural design will be done for this seismic zone as per code. There are no possibilities of the proposed project site getting flooded as per available records. Landslides are not applicable as the project site & surrounding land is flat. I hereby give undertaking that the data and information given in the application and enclosures are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part of the data and information submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the project will be rejected and clearance give, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk and cost. Place: G. Noida ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

30 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A FORM-1 A 1. LAND ENVIRONMENT 1.1. Will the existing land use get significantly altered from the project that is not consistent with the surroundings? (Proposed land use must conform to the approved Master Plan / Development Plan of the area. Change of land use, if any and the statutory approval from the competent authority be submitted). Attach Maps of (i) site location, (ii) surrounding features of the proposed site (within 500 meters) and (iii) the site (indicating levels & contours) to appropriate scales. If not available attach only conceptual plans. The proposed project site is located at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Tech zone-iv, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The Land use of Project site is residential which is in conformity with master plan of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. The following maps are attached. (i) (ii) (iii) 500 M Radius Map with location of site. 10 M Radius Map Layout (Conceptual) plan. 1.2 List out all the major project requirements in terms of the land area, built up area, water consumption, power requirement, connectivity, community facilities, parking needs etc. S. No. The proposed project is expansion of group housing. The, Brief description of the proposed project is given below in Table-1: Description Table-1: Brief description of the Project Quantity GENERAL 1 Total Plot Area SQM 2 Pocket Area of Phase - II SQM 3 Proposed Built Up Area SQM 4 Number of Building Blocks (19 Residential Towers + 1 Club+ 2 Commercial, NS, N Home ) 22 (19+1+2) NOS 5 Total no of Saleable DU's 2084 NOS 6 Max Height of Building (Upto Terrace) M 7 Max No of Floors (Residential Tower) B+ST/PO+24 NOS 8 Cost of Project 618 CR 9 Expected Population (9378 Residential Floating) PERSONS 10 Balance Permissible Ground Coverage Area SQM 11 Proposed Ground Coverage Area SQM 12 Balance Permissible FAR Area SQM 13 Proposed FAR Area SQM 14 Total Basement, Podium & Stilt Area SQM 15 Other Non FAR areas SQM WATER 16 Total Water Requirement 891 KLD Unit ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

31 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 17 Fresh water requirement KLD 18 Treated Water Requirement KLD 19 Waste water Generation KLD 20 Waste water to be Treated in Local STP KLD 21 Capacity of Local STP 358 KLD 22 Treated Water Available for Reuse from Local STP 238 KLD 23 Remaining Waste Water to be Treated in Central STP 439 KLD RAIN WATER HARVESTING 25 No of RWH of Pits Proposed 10 NOS PARKING 26 Total Parking Required as / Building Bye Laws 2484 ECS 27 Proposed Total Parking 2484 ECS 28 Proposed Parking on Surface 342 ECS 28 Proposed Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 29 Basement Parking 1229 ECS GREEN AREAS 30 Required Green Area of Entire Project SQM 31 Proposed Green Area of Entire Project SQM 32 Apx Proposed Green Area in Phase - II Pocket SQM 32 Municipal Solid Waste Generation 5.25 TPD 33 Quantity of E-Waste Generation- Kg/Day 26 KG/DAY 34 Quantity of Hazardous waste Generation 4.9 LTS/DAY 35 Quantity of Sludge Generated from STP KG/DAY POWER 36 Total Power Requirement 5000 KW 37 DG set backup 3530 KVA 1.3 What are the likely impacts of the proposed activity on the existing facilities adjacent to the proposed site? (Such as open spaces, community facilities, details of the existing land use, disturbance to the local ecology). This is an expansion project. The project is being developed in accordance with Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority building bye laws, approved building plans and NBC norms. The development will not cause any disturbance to local ecology and surrounding establishments. Peripheral green belt will be developed. Proposed project will provide all the basic utilities such as proper drainage, sewerage treatment & water supply system, Structures to recharge ground water aquifer, green area development and sufficient parking so that it will not have negative impact on the surroundings. The proposed development will have a positive impact as the project site was vacant and is being developed for residential purposes. The project will provide organized open spaces and green areas adding to aesthetics and improvement of surrounding environment. Terraces will be used for installation of solar panels to generate energy/hot water. The land use of area in the immediate surrounding is also residential. A number of residential construction project are located around the project site. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

32 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 1.4 Will there be any significant land disturbance resulting in erosion, subsidence & instability? (Details of soil type, slope analysis, vulnerability to subsidence, seismicity etc may be given). The proposed site was almost flat and was not prone to erosion. The proposed construction involved cutting and filling operations, construction of paved areas and development of green areas, which would reduce the chances of erosion. Excavation carried out for foundation & basement would be protected with strutting and shoring where ever required. Structural design of building will be vetted by the Govt agency nominated by local body & structural stability certificate will be submitted to local body as per rules. Soil investigation has been done. Slope Analysis: From the topographical map and survey map it was observed that the site was a flat land. Seismo-Tectonic Appraisal of the Area: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has prepared a seismic zoning map of India based on tectonic features and records of past earthquakes. The project site falls under Zone-IV as per the Seismic Zoning map of India (IS 1893, Part I, 2002.) Necessary seismic factors as per codes shall be incorporated suitably while designing the structures to safeguard against earthquake risks. 1.5 Will the proposal involve alteration of natural drainage systems? (Give details on a contour map showing the natural drainage near the proposed project site) No, proposal will not involve alteration of natural drainage system. Due to this construction project there will be increase in hard area & storm water runoff rates. But with the implementation of proposed RWH scheme, the runoff rate will be less than the preconstruction runoff rate. 1.6 What are the quantities of earthwork involved in the construction activity-cutting, filling, reclamation etc. (Give details of the quantities of earthwork involved, transport of fill materials from outside the site etc.) During construction phase, excavation is envisaged in order to provide foundations and basement construction. The excavated top soil will be stored & preserved separately for reusing the same for landscaping, and remaining soil will be properly stored at site under cover and will be reused for backfilling purpose, road construction etc. There will be no requirement to bring materials for filling from outside. 1.7 Give details regarding water supply, waste handling etc. during the construction period. Water Supply: During construction stage, Tanker water supply or Treated waste water from the nearest STP will be taken for construction works. This water will be treated at site in STP and brought to the standards that the quality of water is fit for construction work as per standards specified in relevant IS Code. Waste Generation and Handling: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

33 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A Excavated soil is stored and covered at site and it will be reused for site leveling, back filling/filling in raft and road construction. The fertile top soil will be reused for landscaping purpose. Construction waste generated at site will be reused in road construction, recyclable waste shall be disposed off through authorized vendor and unused waste shall be sent to approved dumping/land fill site through authorized agency. Spillage of oil from the machinery will be properly collected in drums and disposed off. Handling of the waste is done by agency approved by Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. For construction laborers, proper sanitary facilities, wash areas, Potable water will be provided and good hygienic conditions will be maintained. 1.8 Will the low lying areas and wetlands get altered? (Provide details of how low lying and wetlands are getting modified from the proposed activity) No, there is no low lying area observed within and in the vicinity of the project site. 1.9 Whether construction debris and waste during construction cause health hazard? (Give quantities of various types of wastes generated during construction including the construction labor and the means of disposal) The waste generated during construction phase can broadly be classified as construction waste and domestic waste. 11, MT of construction waste (Calculated using TIFAC (Technology Information, Forecasting, and Assessment Council 40 Kg / sq m) and domestic waste would be generated from construction labours. Construction waste generated will be used on the site as filler material for as internal roads and pavements. Remaining construction waste if any will be sent to an approved dumping site/landfill site. The waste generated will be collected and disposed of through an authorized agency. Approx. 400 labors per day will be employed during the construction period. Required sanitary facilities will be provided to Construction laborers through mobile toilets. Wash areas will be constructed and good hygienic conditions. 2. WATER ENVIRONMENT 2.1 Give the total quantity of water requirement for the proposed project with the breakup of requirements for various uses. How will the water requirement met? State the sources & quantities and furnish a water balance statement. Total water requirement for this project is 891 KLD out of which approx. 239 KLD treated waste water from STP will be reused. The fresh water demand of 652 KLD will be obtained from water supply department of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. Breakup of water requirements for various uses is given below. Efficient dual plumbing system will be provided to achieve conservation of fresh water. Details of water requirement are given in Table 2 below: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

34 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A Table 2: Total Water Requirement Details of the Project SN Particulars Water Demand (KLD) 1 Total Water Demand Fresh Water Require ement Total Waste water Generation Total treated waste water Treated water Recycled Flushing Gardening STP Proposed 700 Water requirement for horticulture, and dual flushing purpose will be fulfille ed by recycling the treated waste water from onsite STP; it will help in conservation of fresh. Water Balance Diagram is given below. 2.2 What is the capacity (dependable flow or yield) of the proposed source of water? The source of fresh water supply shall be water supply department of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority 2.3 What is the quality of water required, in case, the supply is not from a municipal source? (Provide physical, chemical, biological characteristics with class of water quality) During operation phase, fresh water will be sourced from water supply department of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. The quality of water would confirm to the desirable drinking water standards as per IS: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

35 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 2.4 How much of the water requirement can be met from the recycling of treated wastewater? (Give the details of quantities, sources and usage) Approx 239 KLD of treated waste water from onsite STP will be used to meet 100% water required for flushing, gardening. 2.5 Will there be diversion of water from other users? (Please assess the impacts of the project on other existing uses and quantities of consumption) Fresh water confirming to the drinking water standard will be supplied by water supply department of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. Therefore, no diversion of water from other user is expected and no impact on the existing users is anticipated. 2.6 What is the incremental pollution load from wastewater generated from the proposed activity? (Give details of the quantities and composition of wastewater generated from the proposed activity) As estimated, Sewage generated during operation phase would be approx. 738 KLD and only 298 KLD waste water will be treated in onsite STP of 700 KLD as our treated water requirement is only 239 KLD and 289 KLD of waste water from I st Phase will be treated in this STP to meet the treated water requirement of I st Phase. Remaining untreated waste water will be discharged into public sewer with prior permission. 2.7 Give details of the water requirements met from water harvesting? Furnish details of the facilities created. It is proposed to provide Rain Water Harvesting structures as per details given to recharge rain water to ground water aquifer. The rain water collected from the roof top, green area and other paved area will be collected through the network of storm water drainage lines & conveyed to RWH system. RWH system shall consist of de-silting cum filter chamber, oil and grease separator and pits are designed to store 15 minutes peak hour rainfall, for recharge into ground aquifer& to prevent flooding in the complex. 2.8 What would be the impact of the land use changes occurring due to the proposed project on the runoff characteristics (quantitative as well as qualitative) of the area in the post construction phase on a long term basis? Would it aggravate the problems of flooding or water logging in any way? Due to construction of the project on vacant land there would be change in the runoff characteristics quantitative and qualitative as well Qualitative change: Runoff form parking areas may contain spilled oil- Provision of oil & grease separator made to separate it before recharge. Storm water drainage & Rain water harvesting system as described in item no: 2.7 above meet quantitative, qualitative & over flooding/water logging requirements. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

36 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 2.9 What are the impacts of the proposal on the ground water? (Will there be tapping of ground water; give the details of ground water table, recharging capacity, and approvals obtained from competent authority, if any) There will be no tapping of ground water. This will be strictly prohibited during construction and operation phase of the project. It is proposed to provide 10 nos RWH pits to rainwater to recharge ground water aquifers What precautions/measures are taken to prevent the run-off from construction activities polluting land and aquifers? (Give details of quantities and the measures taken to avoid the adverse impacts) The major underground construction activity will not be taken during monsoon period. During the construction stage construction water will be channelized to sedimentation basin with silt trap. The water will be reused after testing for construction How is the storm water from within the site managed? (State the provisions made to avoid flooding of the area, details of the drainage facilities provided along with a site layout indication contour levels) There will be a network of storm water drainage lines to collect runoffs, which will be channelized to rain water harvesting system. Water so collected will pass through desilting-cum-filter chamber, oil and grease separators.rwh pits are designed to store 15 minutes peak hour rainfall, for recharge into ground aquifer & to prevent flooding in the complex Will the deployment of construction laborers particularly in the peak period lead to unsanitary conditions around the project site (Justify with proper explanation) There will be 400 labours with provision of mobile toilets is planned at the site. Proper maintenance of the area and facility would be done regularly to maintain hygienic condition. Estimated generation of waste water is KLD. Spent/ used oil generation from DG set is estimated to be.7 lts/day, this will be stored in HDPE drums and sold to authorized vendors What on-site facilities are provided for the collection, treatment & safe disposal of sewage? (Give details of the quantities of wastewater generation, treatment capacities with technology and facilities for recycling and disposal) During operation phase, Sewage generated during operation phase would be approx. 738 KLD and only 298 KLD waste water will be treated in onsite STP of 700 KLD as our treated water requirement is only 239 KLD and 289 KLD of waste water from Ist Phase will be treated in this STP to meet the treated water requirement of Ist Phase. Remaining untreated waste water will be discharged into public sewer with prior permission Give details of dual plumbing system if treated waste water is used for flushing of toilets or any other use. Estimated generation of treated water from onsite STP is 239 KLD for phase II out of which 221 KLD water will be used for Flushing, 18 KLD for gardening. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

37 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 3. VEGETATION 3.1 Is there any threat of the project to the biodiversity? (Give a description of the local ecosystem with its unique features, if any) No, there is no threat to biodiversity. The land was vacant & without any vegetation. 3.2 Will the construction involve extensive clearing or modification of vegetation? (Provide a detailed account of the trees & vegetation affected by the project) The project site was without any vegetation & trees. Hence tree cutting was not involved. Project construction activities will be restricted to the project site only. 3.3 What are the measures proposed to be taken to minimize the likely impacts on important site features (Give details of proposal for tree plantation, landscaping, creation of water bodies etc along with a layout plan to an appropriate scale) Proposed project has dedicated sq m green area. Landscape development plan prepared for the project includes peripheral & avenue plantation with local species, ornamental as well as large and dense foliage plants especially on the periphery. Green area also includes ground cover, lawns at selected locations and shrubs for shade and reduction of Air and Noise pollution. Trees and plant species for plantation in the project will be selected from the list given below. Table 3: List of Plant Species that are likely to be plant SN Botanical Name Common Name 1 Ficus Infectoria Pakur 2 Delonix regia Gulmohur 3 Cassia fistula Amaltas 4 Azadirachtha Indica Neem 5 Peltophorum ferrugineum Copper pod 6 Ficus retusa Usha 7 Alstonia Scholaris Scholar tree 8 Thespesia populnea Paras Pipal 9 Churasia tabularis Chukrasia 10 Anthocephalus cadamba Kadamba 11 Jacaranda mimosifolia Jacaranda 12 Mimusops Elengi Maulsari 13 Plumeria alba Temple tree 14 Terminalia arjuna Arjuna 15 Bauhinea Variegata Kachnar 16 Sarca indica Ashoka 17 Silver oak Grevillea Robusta 18 Semal Bombax Ceiba 19 Pilkhan Ficus ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

38 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 4. FAUNA 4.1 Is there likely to be any displacement of fauna-both terrestrial and aquatic or creation of barriers for their movement? Provide the details. No threatened, rare, endangered or endemic faunal species were observed during the survey. No displacement of fauna is envisaged due to this project. This site is not a natural host to any sensitive creature. Therefore, no animal habitat is likely to be effected due to construction of the proposed building. 4.2 Any direct or indirect impacts on the avifauna of the area? Provide details. No direct or indirect impact on the fauna of the area is envisaged. However after commissioning of the project better environmental condition may provide better habitat to the avifauna of the area. 4.3 Prescribe measures such as corridors, fish ladders etc. to mitigate adverse impacts on fauna. Not applicable for this project. 5. AIR ENVIRONMENT 5.1 Will the project increase atmospheric concentration of gases and result in heat islands? (Give details of background air quality levels with predicted values based on dispersion models taking into account the increased traffic generation as a result of the proposed constructions) Proposed development will increase hard areas (Terrace, Roads, Paths and parking area). The traffic volume due to proposed project will increase marginally. Heat island effect will be negligible due to shading of hard surfaces by proposed plantation along periphery of the plot, roads and paths. Construction Phase The important activities during the construction phase that produce particulate matter and affect the air quality are material storage, transportation and handling of excavated earth and construction materials like cement, sand and aggregates. Gaseous pollutants like SO 2, NO x, CO emitted from the various machineries and vehicles used in construction activities. Appropriate mitigation measure will be employed during this stage of the project to reduce the pollution level to the acceptable limit. Operational Phase During this stage, there will be no major impact on air environment. Ultra Low sulpher diesel for DG Set will be used as a fuel which will causes air pollution. But APMC will minimize the pollution load into environment. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

39 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 5.2 What are the impacts on generation of dust, smoke, odorous fumes or other hazardous gases? Give details in relation to all the meteorological parameters. During construction phase, Dust, Particulate Matter is the main pollutant, which may be generated during construction activities. Other emission sources are intermittent and include emissions of SO 2, NO x and CO from materials transport of heavy vehicles on site etc. Proper upkeep and maintenance of vehicles, sprinkling of water on roads and construction site are some of the measures that would reduce the impact during construction phase. Sources of Air pollution during operational phase The gaseous emission from vehicles. Emissions from DG set while in operation only during power failure. Mitigation measures: The traffic congestion will be avoided by proper parking arrangement and maintaining smooth traffic flow. Regular PUC check up for vehicles. CPCB approved DG sets only will be used. Regular maintenance of DG sets shall be done & low sulphur diesel shall be used. 5.3 Will the proposal create shortage of parking space for vehicles? Furnish details of the present level of transport infrastructure and measures proposed for improvement including the traffic management at the entry & exit to the project site. No, well organized parking arrangement has been designed for the project. Proposed parking is more than required parking as building byelaws. Separate Entry & exit is planned to avoid cognation congestion at these point. 5.4 Provide details of the movement patterns with internal roads, bicycle tracks, Pedestrian pathways, footpaths etc with area under each category. The site is approached through 45 m wide road. There is a provision of road network for internal traffic movement on the project site. The detail of the road system had been clearly demarcated in the layout plan. 5.5 Will there be significant increase in traffic noise & vibrations? Give details of the sources and the measures proposed for mitigation of the above. The source of noise is mainly vehicular noise. Well organized parking arrangement is designed to maintain smooth traffic flow which would help in reducing traffic congestion and noise levels. Maximum parking has been planned in the basement to minimize noise level and traffic on surface. Trees planned along road & periphery would act as noise barrier and will reduce the noise level. 5.6 What will be the impact of DG sets & other equipment on noise levels & vibration in & ambient air quality around the project site? Provide details. D.G. Sets will be operated only in case of power failures during construction and operational phase. The Pollutants like PM, SO 2 that may arise from ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

40 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A emissions from D.G. sets will be discharged through vent of proper height. D.G. sets will be installed with inbuilt acoustic enclosures to reduce the noise of D.G. sets while in construction or operation. Plantation of trees would act as noise barrier and will reduce noise level. DG sets with a capacity of 3530 KVA have been proposed during operation phase as power backup during power failure. 6. AESTHETICS 6.1 Will the proposed constructions in any way result in the obstruction of a view, scenic amenity or landscapes? Are these considerations taken into account by the proponents? No, the use of proposed site is in conformity with the planned land use. There is no scenic amenity or landscape in its surrounding. 6.2 Will there be any adverse impacts from new constructions on the existing structures? What are the considerations taken into account? There are no existing structures in the immediate vicinity of the site. However the design development of the project was done on the basis of development control norms and as per approved master plan of the local body the construction of the proposed project will not have any adverse impact on the structures to be developed in future. 6.3 Whether there are any local considerations of urban form & urban design influencing the design criteria? They may be explicitly spelt out. There are no mandatory guidelines issued by local body for development of urban form; however architect and landscape have designed the project keeping in mind principles of urban design & urban form and setting in over all contexts. 6.4 Are there any anthropological or archaeological sites or artifacts nearby? State if any other significant features in the vicinity of the proposed site have been considered. No, anthropological or archeological sites of significance do not exist in the vicinity of the project site. However measures will be taken to reduce the impact on air and noise pollution during construction and operation phase. 7. SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASPECTS 7.1 Will the proposal result in any changes to the demographic structure of local population? Provide the details. Project site was vacant. Hence displacement of population was not involved. The site is located away from existing colonies/villages. Hence change in demographic structure of local population was not envisaged. 7.2 Give details of the existing social infrastructure around the proposed project. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

41 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A The proposed project site is located at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Site is easily accessible through public transport such as buses, Auto, Taxis etc, Apart from this number of Hospitals/Clinics, and facilities like post office, schools, shopping are also located at convenient distance from the site. 7.3 Will the project cause adverse effects on local communities, disturbance to sacred sites or other cultural values? What are the safeguards proposed? There is no habitation, sacred sites in the entire sector, as development is still going on. Hence no disturbance is envisaged. 8. BUILDING MATERIALS 8.1 May involve the use of building materials with high-embodied energy. Are the construction materials produced with energy efficient processes? (Give details of energy conservation measures in the selection of building materials and their energy efficiency) ISI marked building materials of reputed brands to be procured from 400 km range as far as possible. Preference will be given to locally available building materials which conserve low energy in entire processes of manufacture. Use of alternative technologies for each component of the buildings of envelope, superstructure, finishes and the road and surrounding areas will be as per guidelines provided in NBC 2016 Some of them are given below: Building material with low embodied energy will be given preference. Ready mix concrete with fly ash 15 to 20%. Some of the alternate materials for openings in construction are:- Use of rapidly renewable timber for doors where ever wooden doors are proposed. Use of steel manufactured from recycled content of smaller diameter. Saw dust based particle board for panels. Use Ceramic tile in flooring. The use of the above alternative building materials will help reduce the use of non renewable resources. 8.2 Transport and handling of materials during construction may result in pollution, noise & public nuisance. What measures are taken to minimize the impacts? Detail construction management plan shall be prepared by the construction management Team showing location of storage of different building materials in the go down Covered places and in open yards, Location of various machineries required for Construction, location of DG sets to be used for construction in case of power failure Construction waste collection and disposal point. These locations shall be decided with consideration to reduce air, noise and soil pollution and nuisance to the public. 8.3 Are recycled materials used in roads and structures? State the extent of savings achieved? Locally available recycled materials would be given preference. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

42 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A However, bricks made from the fly-ash will be used for construction of pavements, side walls, boundaries for parks etc. Readymade concrete (RMC) will be used in construction. This will result in significant saving. 8.4 Give details of the methods of collection, segregation & disposal of the garbage generated during the operation phases of the project. As estimated, approx TPD solid wastes will be generated from the project. Out of which, approx TPD waste will be of bio-degradable in nature. Waste will be collected door to door. Dry & wet garbage will be managed separately. Waste Management during operation phase: Municipal Solid Waste Sweepers will be engaged for door to door collection and handling municipal waste. Location for bin/container at common places would be identified for collection of waste. Adequate number of collection bins separately for biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste shall be provided as per the Municipal Solid Waste (Management and Handling) Rule, Wastes from such bins shall be collected on daily basis and biodegradable waste shall be treated in OWC installed onsite. Non biodegradable waste shall be segregated into recyclable & inert waste. Recyclable waste like glass, Card Board, Paper Waste shall be sold to authorized recycler. Remaining inert waste shall be sent to landfill site through authorized vendor. Appropriate site for storage and segregation and treatment of biodegradable waste (OWC) will be identified in the project. All waste collection bins shall be properly maintained on regular basis. Arrangement will be made with local civic authority, for providing garbage station or transfer point (preferably near the entry/ exit point of the site), for collection and disposal of inert waste. It will be assured that there is no spillage of waste along the internal roads during collection of wastes. The garbage shafts have also been proposed in the towers and will be covered and cleaned every day to as to avoid any nuisance, vectors and unhygienic conditions. Landscape waste comprises of fallen leaves and other vegetative material which shall be collected and treated along with other biodegradable waste in the OWC installed at site. 9. ENERGY CONSERVATION 9.1 Give details of the power requirements, source of supply, backup source etc. What is the energy consumption assumed per square foot of built-up area? How have you tried to minimize energy consumption? Power will be sourced from Noida Power Company Ltd. The Maximum Power demand for the project is estimated to be as around 5000 KW. The power shall be supplied by Noida Power Company Ltd. DG sets of Capacity: 3530 KVA are proposed to meet requirement of power back up during power failure. Energy Conservation Measures & Management Plan: During operation phase, appropriate energy conservation measures & management plan will be adopted in order to minimize the consumptions of conventional energy. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

43 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A The following measures are suggested to be adopted. Details of energy saving measure: o Incorporate solar passive techniques in a building design to minimize load on conventional systems. o Day light provision to all habitable room. o Use of high frequency, high power factor, electronic ballasts in place of conventional copper-iron ballasts in light fixture. o Use energy efficient light fixtures with good photometric properties. o Use LED s in external lighting bollards, and in areas such as staircases, corridors & lift lobbies, where lights burn on 24 hrs. basis. o Using T-5 (28W) fluorescent lamps in place of T-8 lamps (36W) in basements, stilts & underground parking areas. o Putting external lighting control on time switch/time control. o Using time switch control/time control for common area & basements lighting. o Using high efficiency motors EF1 for pumps & ventilation fans. o Use of local building material (400 Km range) to reduce pollution & transportation energy. o Use of Fly Ash in RMC What type of, and capacity of, power back-up do you plan to provide? I) Type: Diesel Generator Set II) Capacity: 3530 KVA 9.3 What are the characteristics of the glass you plan to use? Provide specifications of its characteristics related to both short wave and long wave radiation? Suitable single glass of appropriate thickness depending on glass panel size and keeping in mind U values and SHGC recommended in ECBC norms will be selected. 9.4 What passive solar architectural features are being used in the building? Illustrate the applications made in the proposed project. Passive solar technique:- Passive solar architectural feature- Optimizing building envelope & window design to reduce cooling demand (selection of energy efficient low U value materials for envelop is application of high reflecting white china mosaic tiles to terraces). Day light integrated to reduce artificial lighting demand. Shading devices provide shade to windows & external façade. Planned buffer spaces, like balconies, cupboards on external façade of building - to reduce heat gain & there by cooling load. Adopting low energy passive cooling strategies: Landscaping to alter micro climate for better condition Large green areas, peripheral plantation and avenue plantation provided to shed the hard areas & reduce heat island effect, reduction of noise & air pollution & provide buffer to sun heat. 9.5 Does the layout of streets & buildings maximize the potential for solar energy devices? Have you considered the use of street lighting, emergency lighting and solar hot water systems for use in the building complex? Substantiate with details. Yes, the layout of streets & buildings have been designed to maximize the potential for ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

44 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A solar energy devices. Further, solar energy will also be used for common area lighting, 9.6 Is shading effectively used to reduce cooling/heating loads? What principles have been used to maximize the shading of Walls on the East and the West and the Roof? How much energy saving has been effected? It is proposed to reduce cooling/ heating load through careful selection of plantationplanting deciduous trees on south side and evergreen trees on east and west side. Passive solar architectural measures have been adopted to provide shades to windows and roof which would effectively reduce heating of building envelope. Sunshades, balconies & buffer space designed on external façade will protect external façade from heat gain & reduce heat gain/energy consumption. 9.7 Do the structures use energy-efficient space conditioning, lighting and mechanical systems? Provide technical details. Provide details of the transformers and motor efficiencies, lighting intensity and air-conditioning load assumptions? Are you using CFC and HCFC free chillers? Provide specifications. Building is not centrally air conditioned. However energy efficient (low U Value) materials shall be used. Conventional GSL/ florescent lamps have been replaced with energy efficient LED lamps. This reduces lighting power density or higher power factor shall be maintained This will reduce electrical power distribution losses in the installation. Pumps & Motors: shall be of BEE 4 star rating. Elevators shall be operated with intelligent group control. Chillers are not used as building is not centrally air-conditioned. All cables shall be de-rated to avoid heating during use. This also indirectly reduces losses and improves reliability. 9.8 What are the likely effects of the building activity in altering the micro-climates? Provide a self assessment on the likely impacts of the proposed construction on creation of heat island & inversion effects? The proposed project will increase hard surfaces like building, terraces, roads, pavement. This increase ambient air temperature and heat island effect. If not properly taken care off. To reduce heat island effect the ground coverage is deliberately kept minimum to increase green area. Peripheral and avenue plantation, grass pavers lawns and water bodies planned in the proposed project will shade hard surfaces reduce heat gain and formation of Heat island effect. Hence alteration in microclimate with this measure will be negligible. 9.9 What are the thermal characteristics of the building envelope? (a) roof; (b) external walls; and (c) fenestration? Give details of the material used and the U-values or the R values of the individual components. This is multi storied group housing project with RCC framed structure. Energy efficient materials for building envelope & heat reflecting terrace surfaces shall be provided to reduce heat gain and cooling load. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

45 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 9.10 What precautions & safety measures are proposed against fire hazards? Furnish details of emergency plans. The project is approved by fire department. Adequate measures have been taken as per local fire norms and National Building Code 2005 to provide fire protection. Proposed measures include building structure designed for appropriate fire rating, provision of Fire detection & alarm and rescue system,provision of infrastructure required by Fire Service Department to suppress the fire, Provision of fire suppression system All these provisions shall be appropriate to the classification and use of the building as per National Building Code If you are using glass as wall material provides details and specifications including emissive and thermal characteristics. Not applicable, as this is group housing project without any glass wall What is the rate of air infiltration into the building? Provide details of how you are mitigating the effects of infiltration. This is not centrally air conditioned building project, this is residential project which rely more on natural ventilation. However during extreme weather (Summer/Winter) it is essential to have control on air filtration. With use of modern building Materials & technology it is possible to make air tight construction and control air infiltration rate. Application of sealants/weather-strips proposed shall take care of this aspect. Air infiltration rate is controlled within the limit prescribed in ECBC norms, for main Entrance door it is less than 5 l/s-m2 and for other fenestration it is less than 2l/s-m To what extent the non-conventional energy technologies are utilized in the overall energy consumption? Provide details of the renewable energy technologies used. Non conventional (Solar) energy will be used to reduce burden on conventional energy. In addition to this following technologies would be used to conserve energy Electric meter with timer Replacement of high energy consuming incandescent lights with fluorescent/ CFL/ LED lamps. Shading devices and other passive solar technique. 10. Environment Management Plan The Environment Management Plan would consist of all mitigation measures for each item wise activity to be undertaken during the construction, operation and the entire life cycle to minimize adverse environmental impacts as a result of the activities of the project. It would also delineate the environmental monitoring plan for compliance of various environmental regulations. It will state the steps to be taken in case of emergency such as accidents at the site including fire. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

46 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A Table4: Environment Management Plan SN Potential Impact Action I. Construction Phase 1. Air Emission 2. Noise All equipments will be operated within specified design parameters. Vehicle trips to be minimized to the extent possible Any dry, dusty materials stored in sealed containers or prevented from blowing. Compaction of soil during various construction activities Ambient air quality within the premises of the proposed unit to be monitored. List of all onsite noise generating machinery with age to be prepared. Equipment to be maintained in good working order. Working during night to be minimized. Generation of vehicular noise Implement good working practices (equipment selection and sitting) to minimize noise and also reduce its impacts on human health (ear muffs, safe distances, and enclosures). No machinery running when not required. Acoustic mufflers/enclosures to be provided in large engines Noise to be monitored in ambient air within the plant premises. The Noise level will not exceed the permissible limit both during day and night. All equipment operated within specified design parameters. Parameters for Monitoring Random checks of equipment logs/ manuals Timing Construction activities Vehicle logs Site clearance and construction activities Absence of stockpiles or open containers of dusty materials. Construction logs PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO 2 and CO Equipment logs, noise reading Working hour records Maintenance records of vehicles Site working practices records, noise reading Mufflers/enclosures place. Noise reading in Random checks of Equipment logs/ manuals Construction activities Construction activities As per SPCB requirement. During construction phase. Construction activities During construction phase. During construction Phase. Prior to use of equipment. As per SPCB requirement or quarterly whichever is lesser. During construction phase. Vehicle trips to be Vehicle logs During construction ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

47 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 3. Wastewater Discharge 4. Soil Erosion Drainage and effluent Management Waste Management Non-routine events accidental releases Environmental Management Cell/Unit II. Operational Phase 9. Air Emission and minimized to the extent possible No untreated discharge to be made to surface water, groundwater or soil. Waste water will be discharged to outside drainage. Take care in disposal of wastewater generated such that soil and groundwater resources are protected. Minimize area extent of site clearance, by staying within the defined boundaries Protect topsoil stockpile where possible at edge of site. Ensure drainage system and specific design measures are working effectively. The design to incorporate existing drainage pattern and avoid disturbing the same. Implement waste management plan that identifies and characterizes every waste arising associated with proposed activities and which identifies the procedures for collection, handling & disposal of each waste arising. Plan to be drawn up, considering likely emergencies and steps required to prevent/limit consequences. The Environmental Management Cell/Unit is to be set up to ensure implementation and monitoring of environmental safeguards. Stack emissions from DG set to be monitored Ambient air quality within the premises of the proposed unit to be monitored. Exhaust from vehicles to be minimized by use No discharge hoses in vicinity of watercourses. Discharge norms for effluents as given by SPCB. Discharge norms for effluents as given by PCB. Site boundaries not extended / breached as per plan document. Effective cover in place. Visual inspection of drainage and records thereof Comprehensive Waste Management Plan in place and available for inspection on-site. Compliance with MSW Rules, and Hazardous Wastes (Management, Handling and Trans Boundary Movement Rules), 2008 Mock drills and records of the same A formal letter from the management indicating formation of Environment Management Cell PM, SO 2, NO 2, CO PM 10, PM 2.5, SO 2, NO 2, and CO as given by SPCB. Vehicle logs to be maintained Phase. During construction phase. During construction Phase. During construction Phase. During construction Phase. During construction phase Prior to site Clearance. During construction phase During construction phase During operation phase ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

48 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A 10. Noise Wastewater Discharge Drainage and Effluent Management 13. Energy Usage Emergency preparedness, as fire fighting Environment Management Cell/Unit such of fuel efficient vehicles and well maintained vehicles having PUC certificate. Vehicle trips to be minimized to the extent possible Noise generated from operation of DG set to be optimized and monitored. DG sets are to be provided with acoustic enclosures with appropriate height of chimney above roof level or as specified by PCB Generation of vehicular noise No untreated discharge to be made to surface water, groundwater or soil. Take care in disposal of wastewater generated such that soil and groundwater resources are protected Ensure drainage system and specific design measures are working effectively. Design to incorporate existing drainage pattern and avoid disturbing the same. Replacement of conventional luminaries to energy efficient luminary fittings Fire protection and safety measures to take care of fire and explosion hazards, to be assessed and steps taken for prevention. The Environment Management Cell/Unit to be set up to ensure implementation and monitoring of environmental safeguards. Vehicle logs Maintain records of vehicles Maintain records of vehicles No discharge hoses in vicinity of watercourses. Discharge norms for effluents as given by SPCB Visual inspection of drainage and records thereof Luminary parameters Mock drill records, on site emergency plan, evacuation plan A formal letter from the management indicating formation of Environment Management Cell During operation Phase During operation phase. During operation phase During operation phase During operation phase During operation phase ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

49 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH FORM 1A Table 5: Environment Monitoring Plan (Construction Phase) S. No. Particulars Parameters Frequency 1. Ambient Air Monitoring PM 10, PM 2.5, SO 2, NO x, CO Half Yearly 2. Water Quality Monitoring Drinking Water Standard Half yearly 3. Noise Level Monitoring 24 Hrs. Noise Level Half yearly Table 6: Environment Monitoring Plan (Operation Phase) S. No. Particulars Parameters Frequency 1. Ambient Air Monitoring PM 2.5, PM 10, SO2, NOx, CO Half yearly 2. Stack Emission Monitoring PM, SO 2, NO x Half yearly 3. Treated Effluent Monitoring ph, BOD, COD, O& G, Total Suspended Solids Monthly 4. Noise Level Monitoring 24 Hrs. Noise Level Half yearly ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

50 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 1. INTRODUCTION The proposed Residential Project is located at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The developer of the project is M/S Nirala Infratech Pvt Ltd. The Land use of project site is residential which is in conformity with the master plan of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. The objective of the study is to carry out Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the proposed project to meet the environmental compliance laid down by the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF), Govt. of India. The scope of the study would be as per the EIA guidelines outlined by the MoEF for construction project. Fig. 1.Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority Master Plan Land use- Residential ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

51 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 2.0 PROJECT DETAILS S. No. The proposed project is planned at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh on a total Plot area sq m and for phase II Sqm. The total built-up area of the phase II is approximately sq m. The project comprises of B+ST/PO+24 Floors. Apart from this Group Housing, project will provide following facilities for comfortable living. Adequate cross ventilation and ideal natural light in every apartment. Provision for lifts and comfortable staircase. Adequate Parking facility, Community Hall & Convt shopping DG set Power back up. The Design approach shall be sensitive to environmental issues. The main thrust shall be laid on Energy conservation, safety and ease of maintenance and current technological development. The Design Philosophy is to ensure fulfillment of all functional requirements in accordance with Design Guidelines, Relevant Standards and Codes as well as local Bye laws. The salient features of the project are given in table: 1 below Table1. Salient features of Proposed Group Housing Project Description Quantity GENERAL 1 Total Plot Area SQM 2 Pocket Area of Phase - II SQM 3 Proposed Built Up Area SQM 4 Number of Building Blocks (19 Residential Towers + 1 Club+ 2 Commercial, NS, N Home ) 22 (19+1+2) NOS 5 Total no of Saleable DU's 2084 NOS 6 Max Height of Building (Upto Terrace) M 7 Max No of Floors (Residential Tower) B+ST/PO+24 NOS 8 Cost of Project 618 CR 9 Expected Population (9378 Residential Floating) PERSONS 10 Balance Permissible Ground Coverage Area SQM 11 Proposed Ground Coverage Area SQM 12 Balance Permissible FAR Area SQM 13 Proposed FAR Area SQM 14 Total Basement, Podium & Stilt Area SQM 15 Other Non FAR areas SQM WATER 16 Total Water Requirement 891 KLD 17 Fresh water requirement KLD 18 Treated Water Requirement KLD 19 Waste water Generation KLD 20 Waste water to be Treated in Local STP KLD Unit ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

52 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 21 Capacity of Local STP 358 KLD 22 Treated Water Available for Reuse from Local STP 238 KLD 23 Remaining Waste Water to be Treated in Central STP 439 KLD RAIN WATER HARVESTING 25 No of RWH of Pits Proposed 10 NOS PARKING 26 Total Parking Required as / Building Bye Laws 2484 ECS 27 Proposed Total Parking 2484 ECS 28 Proposed Parking on Surface 342 ECS 28 Proposed Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 29 Basement Parking 1229 ECS GREEN AREAS 30 Required Green Area of Entire Project SQM 31 Proposed Green Area of Entire Project SQM 32 Apx Proposed Green Area in Phase - II Pocket SQM 32 Municipal Solid Waste Generation 5.25 TPD 33 Quantity of E-Waste Generation- Kg/Day 26 KG/DAY 34 Quantity of Hazardous waste Generation 4.9 LTS/DAY 35 Quantity of Sludge Generated from STP KG/DAY POWER 36 Total Power Requirement 5000 KW 37 DG set backup 3530 KVA 3.0 CONNECTIVITY The site is well connected with the surrounding areas. NH-91, NH-24 & NH-58 passes at a distance of about 5.25 km/ne, 5.24 km/ne & 9.05 km/n direction. Delhi - U.P. Border is Km/SW from the project site. Google image showing location and connectivity of project site is as given below (Ref, fig.2) ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

53 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN Fig 2: Project site Location on Google Image SITE LOCATION MAP ON GOOGLE EARTH TOWARDS NH-24 TOWARDS NH-24 CROSSING REPUBLIC RD. SECTOR-66 AMARPALI DREAM VALLEY PROJECT SITE ROZA JALALPUR VILLAGE TOWARDS DADRI HINDON RIVER NOIDA TOWARDS SURAJPUR TOWARDS G. NOIDA 4.0 PROJECT SURROUNDINGS Project site is located at Plot No-GH-08, Sector 1, Greater Noida,, Uttar Pradesh. The site is well connected with the surrounding areas. NH-91, NH-24 & NH-58 passes at a distance of about 5.25 km/ne, 5.24 km/ne & 9.05 km/n direction. Delhi - U.P. Border is Km/SW from the project site. Nearest Railway station is Ghaziabad Railway Station7.23 Km North and nearest Air Port is Indira Gandhi International Airport at about Km West. The details of site surroundings are given below in Table- 2. Table-2: Site and Surrounding of the project Site S.N. Particulars Details 1. Nearest National Highway NH km/ne NH km/ne NH km/n 2. Nearest Railway Station Ghaziabad Railway Station: 7.23 km, North. 3. Nearest Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport: Km West 4. Nearest Town/ City Noida 7.11 KM SW 5. River Body Hindon,1.88 km NW 6. Hills/ Valleys Not within 10 km from the project site 7. Site Topography Plain ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

54 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 8. Archaeologically Important Site Nil 9. National Parks/ Wildlife Surajpur Wetland km/se Sanctuaries Okhla Bird Sanctuary km, W 10. Delhi State Boundary Haryana Up Border, Km/SW 11. Seismicity The study area falls under Seismic Zone-IV 500 m radius surroundings of the project site are given below in Fig 3: GOOGLE MAP 500 M RADIUS SARVOTTAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT PROJECT SITE SUPER TECH ECO VILLAGE 1 Fig 3:500 M surroundings of Project site on Google Imagery ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

55 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN GOOGLE MAP 10 KM RADIUS GHAZIABAD GHAZIABAD RLY. STATION S.NO. FEATURES LEGENDS 1 PROJECT SITE 2 ROADS 3 RIVER BODY 4 RAILWAY LINE 5 BLUE LINE METRO NOIDA CITY CENTRE METRO HINDON RIVER PROJECT SITE S. Features Distance No. 1 Hindon River 1.88 KM NW 2 NH KM NE 3 NH KM NE 4 NH KM N 5 NoidaCity Centre 8.66 KM W Metro 6 Surajpur Wetland 8.66 KM W 7 Noida-G. Noida Link Road 1.71 KM NE 8 Ghaziabad Rly. Stn 7.23 KM N NOIDA SURAJPUR WETLAND 5.0 OCCUPANCY DETAILS Fig 4 10 Km Radius Map The total population of the project will be approx persons including 9378 residents, 3125 floating. 6.0 WATER DEMAND 6.1 Water supply & source The water supply for the residential project during operation phase will be sourced from water supply department of Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. The total water demand works out to approximately 891 KLD. After recycling and reuse of 239 KLD treated water, the net fresh water requirement will be 652 KLD. Details of daily water requirement, waste water generation & reuse of treated water are given below in Table 4 and water balance diagram is given in Figure-5. below. Table: 4 WATER REQUIREMENT POPULATION/ AREA/UNIT RATE IN LTS TOTAL QTY IN KL RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC FLUSHING ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

56 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN NON RESIDENTIAL (Working) DOMESTIC FLUSHING VISITORS DOMESTIC FLUSHING TOTAL POPULATION Area in sqm GARDENING KVA D G COOLING SWIMMING POOL 1 6 TOTAL WATER REQUIREMENT TOTAL TREATED WATER REQUIREMENT TOTAL FRESH WATER WASTE WATER GENERATION WATER FLOW TO STP (DOMESTIC) 80% WATER FLOW TO STP (FLUSHING) 100% TOTAL WASTE WATER GENERATION WASTE WATER TO BE TREATED IN STP REQUIRED CAPACITY OF STP 358 TREATED WATER GENERATION 238 WASTE WATER TO BE DISCHARGED IN MUNICIPAL SEWER 439 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

57 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN Fig 5: Water Balance Diagram for the Project WATER BALANCE DIAGRAM Residential Fresh: 610 KLD Waste Water : 488 KLD Total Water Demand of project : 891 KLD Residential Flushing : 197 KLD Non Residential Fresh : 16 KLD Non Residential Flushing: 10 KLD Waste Water : 197 KLD Waste Water : 13 KLD Waste Water : 10 KLD Total Waste water : 738 KLD Total Water to be Treated: 298KLD (+289 KLD from Phase I ) Total Fresh Water Demand: 652 KLD Treated water reuse: 239 KLD Visitors Fresh: 20 KLD Visitors Flushing: 14 KLD Gardening: 18 KLD Swimming Pool: 6 KLD Waste Water : 16 KLD Waste Water : 14 KLD Recycled Treated Waste water : 239 KLD EXISTING STP 700 KLD Treated Water : 239 KLD (FOR PHASE-II) 440 KLD untreated waste water will be discharged into Public Sewer & will treat in common STP of the area 7.0 SEWAGE GENERATION Construction phase: Quantity of sewage generated during the construction phase will be negligible and proper management will be done by providing mobile toilets. Septic tank & soak pit will be provided on site for treatment. Operational Phase: Sewage generated during operation phase would be approx. 738 KLD and only 298 KLD waste water will be treated in onsite STP of 700 KLD as our treated water requirement is only 239 KLD and 289 KLD of waste water from I st Phase will be treated in this STP to meet the treated water requirement of I st Phase. Remaining untreated waste water will be discharged into public sewer with prior permission. 8.0 WASTE GENERATION, COLLECTION, TRANSPORT AND DISPOSAL Solid waste would be generated both during the construction as well as during the operation phase. The solid waste expected to be generated during the construction phase will comprise of excavated materials, used bags, bricks, concrete, MS roads, tiles, wood etc. The following steps are to be followed for the management solid waste: Construction yards are used for storage of construction materials. The excavated material such as topsoil and stones will be stacked for reuse during later stages of construction. Excavated top soil will be stored in temporary constructed soil bank and will be reused for landscaping of the Project. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

58 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN Remaining soil will be utilized for back filling / road work /raising of site level at locations. Waste generation during Operation Phase During operation phase municipal solid waste would be generated from the project. The quantification of different type of waste likely to be generated are given below in table:5 below Table 5: Quantity of Waste Generation during operation phase Total Total Waste Generation 5.25 TPD Organic Waste Generation 3.18 TPD E- Waste Generation 25.7 KG/Day Sludge Generation 493 KG/Day Hazardous Waste Generation (DG Waste Oil) 4.89 Lts/ Day (Source: The solid waste generation has been 0.5 kg per capita per day basis ad per guideline of (CPHEEO) manual.) Following arrangements will be made at the site in accordance to Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2016 and amended Rules, Collection and Segregation of waste 1. Garbage shafts have also been proposed in the towers will be adopted for collection of domestic waste in colored bins from household units. 2. Biodegradable & non biodegradable waste shall be separately collected to ensure segregation at source. 3. For community hall & commercial occupancy, adequate number of colored bins separate for Bio-degradable and Non Bio-degradable will be placed at planned location. 4. Litter bin will also be provided in open areas like parks etc. Treatment of Bio-Degradable wastes Biodegradable /Organic and Horticultural Waste would be treated in Organic Waste Converter installed at site. Generated compost would be used as manure for horticulture development. Non Biodegradable waste Recyclables, such as plastic, rubber, wood pieces, glass etc will be segregated from non biodegradable waste & sold to authorize vendors for recycling & remaining inert waste shall be sent to land fill site through authorized vendor as per the guidelines of Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, STP sludge will also be used for horticultural purposes as manure. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

59 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 9.0 POWER REQUIREMENT DETAILS The power supply shall be supplied by Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) the estimated electrical demand load & proposed power back to be used during power failure shall be as per details given in Table:6 below. Table: 6 Power & DG detail Power Demand Maximum Demand Load Power Back Up No Of DG Sets Detail 5000 KW 3530 KVA (3x1010+1x500) Energy Conservation Measures: The energy conservation measures shall be adopted to minimize the demand on non- renewable resources and maximize the utilization efficiency of these resources. The benefits of Energy Conservation measures are as follows: Reduced Energy Consumption without sacrificing comfort levels. Reduced destruction of natural resources. Reduced air pollution. Reduced Pollution Loads. Increased user productivity STORM WATER DRAINAGE & RAIN WATER HARVESTING SYSTEM A network of covered/underground storm water drain will be developed to collect rain water runoff from roof tops, hard & soft areas roads, paths, parking & open areas, vegetated surfaces planned on the ground. Strom water would be channelized to rain water harvesting structure designed to charge the rain water to ground water aquifer. The storm water will pass through the desilting chamber/oil& grease separator before finally discharging to percolation tank. Design details of Rain Water Harvesting structure are given in the table 7 & Figure 8 below For basement parking, the rainwater from ramps will be collected in the basement storm water storage tank. This water will be pumped out to the nearest external storm water drain Table 7: Calculations for storm water Harvesting Potential RAIN WATER HARVESTING - Phase - II POCKET PARTICULARS OTHER OPEN AREAS ROAD/PAVEMENT/PARKING AREAS GREEN AREA ROOF TOP AREA Area (Sq.m.) ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

60 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN Runoff coefficient Rainfall (m) Harvesting potential (cu.m.) Net water availability and potential for recharge (cu.m.) per year (considering 20% losses) Rain Water Harvesting Pit Design Particulars Values Unit Peak hourly rate 45 mm/hr for one hour duration CUM Peak hourly rate 45 mm/hr for 15 min duration CUM Volume of recharge pit 30 CUM No. of recharge pit required 9.80 No. Proposed No of Recharge Pits 10 No. Figure-6: A typical Recharge pit 11.0 LANDSCAPE & SHELTERBELT DEVELOPMENT Total green area measures m 2 of the total plot area. Approx 50% of area would be used for peripherial tree plantation, road side plantation & remaining area would be used for plantation of shrubs, lawn, and ground cover. There are several trees which will be planted along the sides of the Project boundary. For tree plantation preference will be given to local tree with large leafs & dense foliage for ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

61 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN shading & reduction of air & noise pollution. The plant species would be selected from the list given below: THE LIST OF PLANT SPECIES LIKELY TO BE PLANTED SN Botanical Name Common Name 1 Ficus Infectoria Pakur 2 Delonix regia Gulmohur 3 Cassia fistula Amaltas 4 Azadirachtha Indica Neem 5 Peltophorum ferrugineum Copper pod 6 Ficus retusa Usha 7 Alstonia Scholaris Scholar tree 8 Thespesia populnea Paras Pipal 9 Churasia tabularis Chukrasia 10 Anthocephalus cadamba Kadamba 11 Jacaranda mimosifolia Jacaranda 12 Mimusops Elengi Maulsari 13 Plumeria alba Temple tree 14 Terminalia arjuna Arjuna 15 Bauhinea Variegata Kachnar 16 Sarca indica Ashoka 17 Silver oak Grevillea Robusta 18 Semal Bombax Ceiba 19 Pilkhan Ficus 12.0 PARKING FACILITIES For smooth circulation & reduction of pollution separate entry & exits with gates of adequate sizes are planned for the vehicles & also for the movement of fire engine. Provision for car/vehicle parking is planned in the basements. Apart from peripheral roads for vehicular movement internal roads/pavements are planned for traffic free movement of pedestrians. Details of parking provision are given in table:8 Table-8: Parking Details 1 Total Parking Required as / Building Bye Laws 2484 ECS 2 Proposed Total Parking 2484 ECS 3 Proposed Parking on Surface 342 ECS 4 Proposed Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 5 Basement Parking 1229 ECS 13.0 Risk and Hazards 13.1 Seismicity Based on the tectonic features and records of earthquake, a Seismic Zoning map has been developed for the country by Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS). The area under study falls in Seismic Zone-IV. Suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions respectively, will be adopted while designing the structures. The structural design shall be vetted by the agency nominated by local body. Earthquake resistant construction techniques will also be used. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT 52

62 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 13.2 Emergency Lighting The emergency lights operated on battery power would be provided at appropriate locations such as corridors, common area, staircase, exit and entrance doors, parking, etc Fire Safety Fire Fighting Designed: As per National Building Code 2016 Provision fire detection, alarm & rescue system. Provision of infrastructure required for suppression of fire as per norms. Provision of fire escape staircase Provision of Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose Cabinet, Internal & External hydrant, Fire sprinkler system in basements & residential towers are planned as per applicable codes & norms of local fire department ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION MITIGATION MEASURES 14.1 Air Pollution Increased traffic generation due to project (no. of parking space proposed for the project is 2484 is not going to cause significant increase in atmospheric concentration of gases and will not result in heat island formation as adequate landscaping has been provided. Mitigation Measures for Air Pollution during Construction Stage Air quality around the project site will be impacted during construction stage. Various construction activities especially related to handling of loose material are likely to generate fugitive dust that will affect the air quality of the surrounding area of the project site. To minimize such impacts following measures has been proposed: All the loose material either stacked or transported will be provided with suitable covering such as tarpaulin, etc. Water sprinkling shall be done at the locations where dust generation is anticipated. To minimize the occupational health hazard, proper personal protective gears i.e. mask shall be provided to the workers who are engaged in dust generation activity. Mitigation Measures for Air Pollution during Operational Stage Operation of DG Sets is the only source of air pollution during operational phase. Sufficient stack height will be provided for proper dispersion of pollutants. Also, it is proposed to minimize air pollution by providing plantation as buffer on the periphery of the project site and on the open spaces. An area of m 2 i.e % of the total area has been kept for green development & plantation purposes Water Pollution The source of water pollution during construction and operation phase is due to waste water generated from toilets and washing. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

63 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN 14.3 Noise Environment It is envisaged that within the Group Housing complex there shall be maximum movement of light motor vehicles like cars and 2-wheelers which will lead to some increase in noise levels. It is proposed to minimize the noise levels by providing plantation as buffer on the sides of internal roads, on the open spaces inside and around the periphery of whole complex. Proper maintenance of the internal roads will also be carried out and Informatory signboards shall be provided to encourage vehicle owners to maintain their vehicle, not to blow horns and follow the emission standards fixed by Government Authorities. DG sets will be kept in the acoustic chamber and ambient noise will be within the CPCB standard limits. Mitigation Measures for Noise Pollution during Construction Stage During the construction stage, expected noise levels shall be in the range of db (A) which will decrease with increase in distance as per the Inverse Square Law. Administrative as well as engineering control of noise will be implemented. Isolation of noise generation sources and temporal differentiation of noise generating activities will ensure minimum noise at receiver s end. To prevent any occupational hazard, ear muff / ear plug shall be given to the workers working around or operating plant and machinery emitting high noise levels. Use of such plant or machinery shall not be allowed during night hour. Careful planning of machinery operation and scheduling of operations shall be done to minimize such impact. Mitigation Measures for Noise Pollution during Operation Stage It is envisaged that there shall be maximum movement of light motor vehicles like cars and 2-wheelers which will lead to some increase in noise levels. It is proposed to minimize the noise levels by providing plantation as buffer on the open spaces and around the periphery of whole complex. Informatory signboards shall be provided to encourage vehicle owners to maintain their vehicle, not to blow horns and follow the emission standards fixed by Government Authorities. DG sets will be kept in the acoustic chamber and ambient noise will be within the CPCB standard limits CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS The following construction materials are required for residential construction; 1. Coarse sand 2. Fine sand 3. Stone aggregate 4. Cement 5. Fly Ash 6. Reinforcement steel 7. Plywood & steel shuttering 8. Pipe scaffolding (cup lock system) 9. Bricks 10. Marble/vitrified/ceramic floor & wall tiles 11. P.V.C. conduit 12. MCBs/DBs 13. Overhead water tanks 14. Pavors 15. Conc, CI, GI, CPVC, UPVC pipes 16. Sanitary fittings & fixtures 17. Stainless steel sink 18. Glass 19. Joinery hardware 20. Aluminium Frames 21. Electrical equipments, fittings & fixtures LIST OF MACHINERY USED DURING CONSTRUCTION (i) Dumper (ii) Concrete mixer with hopper (iii) Excavator (iv)concrete Batching Plant ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

64 EXPANSION OF GROUP HOUSING PROJECT AT PLOT NO. GH-04, SECTOR- TECHZONE-IV, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH CONCEPTUAL PLAN (v) Cranes (vi) Road roller (vii Bulldozer (viii) Tower Cranes (ix) Hoist (x) Labor Lifts (xi) Concrete pressure pumps (xii) Mobile transit mixer 17.0 PROJECTCOST The total construction cost of the Group Housing project is approximately Rs. 618 Crore. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

65 TOR COMPLIANCE S. ToR Points No. 1. Examine details of land use as per Master Plan and land use around 10 km radius of the project site. Analysis should be made based on latest satellite imagery for land use with raw images. Check on flood plain of any river. 2. Submit details of environmentally sensitive places, land acquisition status, rehabilitation of communities/villages and present status of such activities. 3. Examine baseline environmental quality along with projected incremental load due to the project. 4. Environmental data to be considered in relation to the project development would be (a) land, (b) groundwater, (c) surface water, (d) air, (e) biodiversity, (f) noise and vibrations, (g) socio economic and health. 5. Submit a copy of the contour plan with slopes, drainage pattern of the site and surrounding area. Any obstruction of the same by the project 6. Submit the details of the trees to be felled for the project. 7. Submit the present land use and permission required for any conversion such as forest, agriculture etc. 8. Submit Roles and responsibility of the developer etc for compliance of environmental regulations under the provisions of EP Act. 9. Ground water classification as per the Central Ground Water Authority. 10. Examine the details of Source of water, water requirement, use of treated waste water and prepare a water balance chart. Compliance Greater Noida Master Plan and Google map showing the land use of the project site are given as Figure-2.1 and Figure-2.3 of REIA report. Land use map of the project site is shown as Figure-4.1 and covered in Table-4.3. Details of environmentally sensitive places, rehabilitation of communities etc. is given in Table-4.4, of REIA report. Projected incremental load due to the proposed project is given in Section-5.6 of REIA report. The same has been covered under Chapter4 of REIA report. Average soil analysis and water quality monitoring results is given in Table-4.5 and Table-4.18, 4.19 & 4.20 respectively. Average result of ambient air quality has been given in Table-4.17, whereas, noise monitoring report has been covered in Table-4.23 of REIA report. Contour plan and drainage map of the study area is shown as Figure-4.3 and Figure-4.4 of REIA report. The project site is barren and there is no tree to be felled. The land use of the study area has been given in Section of REIA report. Land use map of the project site is shown as Figure-4.1and covered in Table-4.3. Roles and responsibility of the developer for compliance of environmental regulations under the provisions of EP Act has been covered in Section 10.4 and 8.3 of REIA Report. Covered in Chapter-4 of REIA report. Details of source of water, water requirement, use of treated waste water and water balance chart has been covered in section in ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 1 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

66 S. No. ToR Points REIA Report. Compliance 11. Rain water harvesting proposals should be made with due safeguards for ground water quality. Maximize recycling of water and utilization of rain water. Examine details. 12. Examine soil characteristics and depth of ground water table for rainwater harvesting. 13. Examine details of solid waste generation treatment and its disposal. 14. Examine and submit details of use of solar energy and alternative source of energy to reduce the fossil energy consumption. Energy conservation and energy efficiency. 15. DG sets are likely to be used during construction and operational phase of the project. Emissions from DG sets must be taken into consideration while estimating the impacts on air environment. Examine and submit details. 16. Examine road/rail connectivity to the project site and impact on the traffic due to the proposed project. Present and future traffic and transport facilities for the region should be analyzed with measures for preventing traffic congestion and providing faster trouble free system to reach different destinations in the city. 17. A detailed traffic and transportation study should be made for existing and projected passenger and cargo traffic. 18. Examine the details of transport of materials for construction which should include source and availability. 19. Examine separately the details for construction and operation phases both for Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan with cost and parameters. 20. Submit details of a comprehensive Disaster Management Plan including emergency evacuation during natural and man-made disaster. Details of rain water harvesting have been given under Section of REIA report. Soil a characteristic of the study area is given in section and details of rainwater harvesting has been discussed under Section in REIA report. Details of solid waste generation, treatment and its disposal have been discussed under Section of REIA report. Details of use of solar energy and alternative source of energy to reduce the fossil energy consumption have been discussed under Section-9.8 of REIA report. Atmospheric dispersion modelling has been done to understand the impact due to operation of DG sets. It has been covered under Section-5.6 of REIA report. The same has been covered under Section- 2.9 of REIA report. Impact on the traffic due to the proposed project has been discussed under Section-5.4.6of REIA report. Traffic and transportation study has been covered under Section of REIA report Details of transport of materials for construction and its source have been given under Section-2.16 of REIA report. Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan have been given as Chapter-6 and Chapter-7 in REIA report. Disaster Management Plan has been given as Chapter-8 in REIA report. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 2 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

67 S. ToR Points No. 21. Details of litigation pending against the project, if any, with direction /order passed by any Court of Law against the Project should be given. 22. The cost of the project (capital cost and recurring cost) as well as the cost towards implementation of EMP should be clearly spelt out. 23. Any further clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the model ToR available on Ministry website " Compliance There is no litigation against the project. The cost of the project has been given under Section Noted. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 3 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

68 1.0 INTRODUCTION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. proposes for expansion of Group Housing Project at Plot No GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh on a total plot area of sqm and for phase II plot area of the project is sqm. The project falls under Item 8(b) of A with built up area more than 3,00,000 sq m (Township and Area Development projects) of the Ministry of Environment & Forest, Climate Change Notification December 09, Standard ToR for the said project was issued in 173 rd SEIAA, UP meeting dated This report includes the Identification and Prediction of significant environmental impacts due to the proposed project along with an appropriate Environmental Management Plan both for the construction phase and for its operation and maintenance later on the basis of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification dated September 14, PROJECT DESCRIPTION Proposed project is construction of multistoried residential community facilities with NS and N Home. Proposal is to construct high rise towers. Adequate parking area is proposed on surface, stilt/podium & basements for residents. Community facilities include and NS and N. Home. This illustrates the major project components and their locations on the project site. Location of the project site is shown in Figure-1.0. S. No. Description Quantity GENERAL 1 Total Plot Area SQM 2 Pocket Area of Phase - II SQM 3 Proposed Built Up Area SQM 4 Number of Building Blocks (19 Residential Towers + 1 Club+ 2 Commercial, NS, N Home ) 22 (19+1+2) NOS 5 Total no of Saleable DU's 2084 NOS 6 Max Height of Building (Upto Terrace) M 7 Max No of Floors (Residential Tower) B+ST/PO+24 NOS 8 Cost of Project 618 CR Expected Population (9378 Residential Floating) PERSONS 10 Balance Permissible Ground Coverage Area SQM 11 Proposed Ground Coverage Area SQM 12 Balance Permissible FAR Area SQM 13 Proposed FAR Area SQM 14 Total Basement, Podium & Stilt Area SQM 15 Other Non FAR areas SQM WATER 16 Total Water Requirement 891 KLD 17 Fresh water requirement KLD 18 Treated Water Requirement KLD 19 Waste water Generation KLD Unit ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 4 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

69 20 Waste water to be Treated in Local STP KLD 21 Capacity of Local STP 358 KLD 22 Treated Water Available for Reuse from Local STP 238 KLD 23 Remaining Waste Water to be Treated in Central STP 439 KLD RAIN WATER HARVESTING 25 No of RWH of Pits Proposed 10 NOS PARKING 26 Total Parking Required as / Building Bye Laws 2484 ECS 27 Proposed Total Parking 2484 ECS 28 Proposed Parking on Surface 342 ECS 28 Proposed Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 29 Basement Parking 1229 ECS GREEN AREAS 30 Required Green Area of Entire Project SQM 31 Proposed Green Area of Entire Project SQM 32 Apx Proposed Green Area in Phase - II Pocket SQM 32 Municipal Solid Waste Generation 5.25 TPD 33 Quantity of E-Waste Generation- Kg/Day 26 KG/DAY 34 Quantity of Hazardous waste Generation 4.9 LTS/DAY 35 Quantity of Sludge Generated from STP KG/DAY POWER 36 Total Power Requirement 5000 KW 37 DG set backup 3530 KVA ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 5 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

70 Figure-1.0: Location of the Project Site ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 6 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

71 3.0 BASELINE STUDY OF THE PROJECT The baseline environmental status was assessed based on primary and secondary data collected through on-site field observations and obtained from agencies such as IMD, Geological Survey of India, State Ground Water Department, Central Ground Water Board, State Pollution Control Board, Census of India and Local Forest Department. The following environmental components were focused at during this study: Air Environment (Ambient Air Quality) Water Environment (Quality and Quantity of Surface and Groundwater sources) Land Environment (Geology, Hydrogeology, Land use) Ecological Environment (Terrestrial and Aquatic Flora & Fauna) Socio-Economic Environment (Demographic profile) The baseline status collated from analysis of secondary and primary data is summarized in Table-2.0. Table-2.0: Baseline Status Collated from Analysis of Secondary and Primary Data Attribute Meteorology Ambient Air Quality Noise Levels Water Quality Soil Quality Biological Environment Baseline status In summer, i.e. from March to June, the weather remains hot and the temperature ranges from a maximum of 48 C to a minimum of 28 C. Monsoon season prevails during mid-june to mid-september. The cold waves from the Himalayan region makes the winters in Noida chilly and harsh. Temperatures fall to as low as 3 to 4 C at the peak of winters. (Source: IMD ) Ambient air quality was monitored at five locations from the project site. In the study area, for the period Feb to April, PM2.5 varies from 71 µg/m3 to 99 µg/m3, PM10 varies from 140 µg/m3 to 171 µg/m3, SO2 varies from 16 µg/m3 to 21 µg/m3, NO2 varies from 36 µg/m3 to 42 µg/m3 CO varies from 1.22 mg/m3 to 1.35 mg/m3.( Source: Primary data from Baseline information for the period Feb, 2016 to April 2016) Noise monitoring was carried out at five locations. The results of the monitoring program indicate that the daytime noise level varies from 51.9 to 54.6 db and night time levels vary from 40.3 to 43.6 db. One ground water and one surface water samples were analyzed to access the water quality of the study area. Ground water in the area conforms to the IS: Soil sample was collected from the project site. One number of soil samples was analyzed to access the soil quality of the study area. Primary nutrient shows that the soil is moderately fertile. The conductivity was found µs/cm, whereas, Moisture Content was found 6.4 % by mass. Water Holding capacity in the soil sample was found 40 % by mass. Phosphorous, Zinc, Iron and Chloride were found 12.45, 42, 0.28 and 149 mg/kg respectively. The regions are covered by indigenous floral species. Common ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 7 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

72 Attribute Socio-economy Baseline status animals and birds are predominant in the area. There is no rare or endangered species and the project site is devoid of nesting or breeding ground. Impact on flora and fauna has been assessed but it was found to be insignificant. The area is predominantly residential and the surrounding of the project site is under urban setting as per Greater Noida Master Plan ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT - Impact of the project during construction phase, operation phase has been predicted. - Impact in air due to the construction and operation stages of the project were predicted quantitatively using models such as AERMOD for air dispersion calculations. - Impact on ground water and noise level has been predicted. - Impact on flora and fauna has been assessed but it was found to be insignificant. - It is summed up that the impacts are minimum and temporary in nature 5.0 ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLAN Environmental monitoring plan has been formed as a part of the EIA report to ensure that there is no vulnerable change in the environmental parameters due to the project and the proposed Management Plan is being implemented. 6.0 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN The project proponent will be responsible for implementing the Environmental Management Plan. For the effective implementation of the EMP, an Environmental Management System (EMS) will be established at the proposed project. The EMS will include the following:- - An Environmental Management cell - Environmental Monitoring Program - Personnel Training - Regular Environmental Audits and Corrective Action - Documentation Standard operating procedures Environmental Management Plans and other records. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 8 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

73 7.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION MEASURES Air Pollution - During the construction phase, operation of construction equipment and vehicles will be the main sources of pollution. A dust control plan will be implemented and regular maintenance of vehicles and equipment will be carried out. - During the operation phase, emissions from DG sets and emissions due to vehicular movement. Adequate mitigation measures shall be implemented. Noise Pollution - During the construction phase, adequate mitigation measures such as controlled time of construction, job rotation and workers shall be provided with ear plugs etc. will be implemented. - During the operation phase, the sources of noise emissions shall be from vehicular movement. Noise enclosures shall be provided wherever possible. Water Pollution - During the construction phase, a septic tank shall be provided to treat the domestic waste water generated due to labor settlements. - During operation phase, runoff from the site will be drained to rainwater collection chamber, which will be reused for the gardening etc. Ecology There is no damage in the ecological environment. The project will have green area of sq.m., this will enhance the ambience of the project site. Socio Economic Environment The proposed project will lead to employment generation and will have a positive impact on the socio economic environment. Preference to local population shall be given and adequate mitigation measures will be ensured to reduce odor emissions and disease vectors from proposed site. 8.0 CONCLUSION Implementation of this project will have multiple benefits: Building construction project requires a large number of manpower in the form of labors. Though the surrounding area is urbanized, there are still plenty of unemployed persons who can be engaged as local labors. The total number of persons required for construction of the project will be around 400 including skilled, semi skilled and unskilled persons, thus same number of persons will have earnings from this project. Local people may be engaged during construction and operation as security personal and maintenance staffs for this project which will have economical and social impact on the unemployed youths. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/107 9 IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

74 The community can look forward to benefit due to more jobs and also better access to utilities. The benefit relate to the direct employment associated with the construction. During the operation phase there will be considerable opportunities of employment due to demand of domestic help and other such requirements of the habitants of the housing project. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

75 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Project Background & Description of Project Proponent M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. proposes for Expansion of Group Housing project, at Plot No GH- 04, Sector- Techzone IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh on a total plot area of sqm. and for phase II plot area of the project is sqm. The project falls under Item 8(b) of A with built up area more than 3,00,000 sq m (Township and Area Development projects) of the Ministry of Environment & Forest, Climate Change Notification December 09, Standard ToR for the said project was issued in 173rd SEIAA, UP meeting dated The proposed project will involve construction of multistoried residential towers along with development of parks, green areas, commercial building and community hall with NS and N Homes with all the ancillary facilities for the residents. This report includes the Identification and Prediction of significant environmental impacts due to the proposed project along with an appropriate Environmental Management Plan both for the construction phase and for its operation and maintenance later. 1.2 Name And Contact Address Of Project Proponent The contact name and address of M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. is as given below: Mr. Suresh Kumar Garg, CMD M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd 1113, 11 th Floor, Kailash Building, Plot No. 26 Kastuba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi Implementing Organization M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. is the developer organization of the project and will develop a Group Housing at Plot No. GH-04, Sector-Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, in the State of Uttar Pradesh as a part of its vision to develop state-of-the-art infrastructure for the Nation. 1.4 Land Description Proposed project will be developed on a total plot area of sq m with built up area sq m, falling under district Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. Land Allotment and Status of Land Ownership The proposed project is a group housing project and the land allotment letter along with details of land ownership has been submitted along with Form1 for ToR approval. The other details of land are given in subsequent section. The Land was allotted by NOIDA. 1.5 Legislation(s)/ Orders passed by any Court of Las/ any other Statutory Authority There is no litigation pending or filled against the proposed project and / or directions orders passed by any court of law or any statutory authority against the project ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

76 1.6 Objective of the EIA Study The Urban Development Projects including housing and office complexes do have the potential in altering environmental resources of any area. They cause stress on local environmental assets of the urban area and thus become the potential source for limiting the growth of the city. Unplanned construction and operation of such projects usually result in impacts on various facets of the Environment. Keeping the above issues under consideration, an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study is conducted. The basic objective of this EIA study is to collect the baseline data within the impact zone to identify the associated impacts and propose suitable mitigation measures due to the construction and operation of the proposed development. The objectives of the EIA study can be summarized as follows: i) To identify and describe the elements of the community and environment likely to be affected by the proposed project; ii) iii) iv) To establish the baseline environmental and social scenario of the project surroundings; To identify, predict and evaluate environmental and social impacts expected to arise during the construction and operation phase of the project in relation to the sensitive receptors; To develop EMP mitigation measures so as to minimize pollution, environmental disturbance and nuisance during construction and operation of the proposed project. v) To design and specify the monitoring and auditing requirements necessary to ensure the implementation and the effectiveness of the mitigation measures adopted. 1.7 Scope of The Study The project falls under Item 8(b) of A with built up area more than 3,00,000 sq m (Township and Area Development projects) of the Ministry of Environment & Forest, Climate Change Notification December 09, The EIA/EMP report has been prepared on the basis of standard terms of reference (TOR) issued by SEIAA, UP. The scope of study is to envisage the environmental changes expected due to the proposed project. To assess the environmental attributes of the study area, core area of 10 Km radius around the proposed project site is considered. The broad scope of the study includes: i) Literature review to collect data relevant to the study area; ii) Primary data collection coupled with secondary data collection so as to establish the baseline environmental status of the study area; iii) Identify various existing pollution loads due to industrial and domestic activities in the study area; iv) Predict incremental levels of pollutants in the study area due to the proposed industry; ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

77 v) Evaluate the predicted impacts on the various environmental attributes in the study area by using scientifically developed and widely accepted Environmental Impact. vi) Identification of mitigation measures and preparation of an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) outlining the measures for improving environmental quality and scope for future projects for environmentally sustainable development; vii) Identify critical environmental attributes required to be monitored regularly. 1.8 EIA Methodology This EIA/EMP report is based on the observations made by the team during visits to the study area and collection of primary and secondary environmental data. Literatures have also been reviewed and relevant information has been collected for environmental and social baseline. Reconnaissance surveys have been conducted to identify the major environmental issues in the study area. The sampling locations were identified on the basis of: Existing topography; Location of water bodies; Location of villages/ towns/ sensitive areas; Accessibility, power availability, security of monitoring equipment; and Areas, which represent baseline conditions. The EIA study for the proposed project has been carried out as per Standard ToR issued in 173 rd SEIAA, UP meeting dated and EIA guidelines of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) and to meet the general requirement of the State Level Environmental Impact Assessment Authority, Uttar Pradesh. The EIA methodology for the proposed project has been described in Figure 1.1 Project Scoping Identify potential sources of Impact Interaction with Project Proponents Baseline Studies( Existing data Collection and new surveys Predict consequences and likelihood of Impact Evaluate the significance Investigate options for mitigation Consultation with stakeholders Prepare final EIA report (Along with EMP and DMP) EC from regulatory authorities Figure-1.1: EIA Methodology ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

78 1.9 Purpose of the Report The project falls under Item 8(b) of A with built up area more than 3,00,000 sq m (Township and Area Development projects) of the Ministry of Environment & Forest, Climate Change Notification December 09, As per the EIA notification, 2006, the proposed project being a construction project, none of the following General conditions (GC) are applicable for this development. Table 1.1: General Conditions as per EIA Notification, 2006 S.No. Criteria (within 10 km from boundary) 1 Protected Areas notified under the Wildlife (Protection Act), Critically Polluted Areas as notified by CPCB from time to time 3 Notified Eco-sensitive areas 4 Interstate boundaries and International boundaries The purpose of this report is to document the outcome of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study for the Expansion of Group Housing Project at Plot No. GH-04, Sector-Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh by M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. has retained M/s Ind Tech House Consult to conduct the Environmental Impact Assessment study for the proposed project as per the structure, given in the EIA Notification 2006 (and subsequent amendment made thereof) and in accordance with the Standard Terms of Reference (ToR) issued by SEIAA, UP in 173 rd meeting dated The purpose of the EIA report is to address the information on the nature and extent of potential environmental impacts, both negative and positive, during the construction and operative phase of the proposed project and related activities taking place concurrently Structure of the Report The REIA Report presents the existing baseline scenario, assessment and evaluation of the environmental impacts that may arise during the construction and operation period. Following impact prediction, required mitigation measures and Environmental Monitoring Plan have been formulated. The content of the remainder part of the report is as follows: Chapter 2: Chapter 3: Chapter 4: Chapter 5: Chapter 6: Chapter 7: Chapter 8: Chapter 9: Chapter 10: Project Description Legal & Administrative Framework Baseline Environment Status Anticipated environmental impacts & Mitigation Measures Environment Management Plan Environmental Monitoring Plan Risk Assessment & Disaster Management Plan Alternative Technology Project Benefits ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

79 Chapter 11: Chapter 12: Summary & Conclusion Disclosure of Consultant ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

80 2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2.1 Goal And Objective Of The Proposed Project The objectives of the EIA study are as follows: To describe the proposed project and associated works together with the requirements for carrying out the proposed development. To identify and describe the elements of the community and environment likely to be affected by the proposed developments. To establish the baseline environmental and social scenario of the project site and its surroundings. To identify, predict and evaluate environmental and social impacts expected to rise during the construction and usage of the project in relation to the sensitive receptors. To develop an Environmental Management Plan that identifies the negative impacts and develops mitigation measures so as to minimize pollution, environmental disturbance and nuisance during construction and operation of the development. To design and specify the monitoring requirements necessary to ensure the implementation and the effectiveness of the mitigation measures adopted. 2.2 Significance of the Proposed Project At Regional Level The real estate sector in India assumed greater prominence with the liberalization of the economy, as the consequent increase in business opportunities and labour migration led to rising demand for commercial and housing space. At present, the real estate and construction sectors are playing a crucial role in the overall development of India s core infrastructure. Residential real estate industry has witnessed stupendous growth in the past few years owing to the following reasons: Continuous growth in population Migration towards urban areas Ample job opportunities in service sectors Growing income levels Rise in nuclear families Easy availability of finance Demand for houses increased considerably whilst supply of houses could not keep pace with demand thereby leading to a steep rise in residential capital values especially in urban areas. Despite slowdown of the economy, the demand for housing continues to be strong in the country. At the same time, the government's decision to open up foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail will also give boost to demand in several cities, including those in the ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

81 NCR. At the same time, FDI in real estate has also started picking up as the sector has emerged as one of the best sector for investment. According to a report by Cushman and Wakefield, the total FDI in construction development has seen a significant fall since But the current year has seen a strong rebound. According to the report, the first half of 2012 recorded nearly Rs 27,600 crore inflow, which is close to breaching the total level in As investment increase in the sector, the construction activities are also likely to further pick up in the coming years. This will certainly add to fresh supply in the housing sector. But at the same time, the demand for residential real estate has also picked up in the country. 2.3 Significance of Proposed Project at Local Level Achieving land potential in a rational and judicious manner is one of the prime objectives of this group housing development. This will be done by minimizing the impact on environmental resources, enhancing the infrastructure quality to allow uninhibited freedom for human resource development and provide gainful economic opportunities for employment. Urban environment on sustainable lines will be developed, by harnessing the existing environmental resources, adopting state of the art technologies to minimize waste generation (through recycling) and dependency on motorized modes of transportation. This part of the district of Gautam Budh Nagar is experiencing new and an upgraded emerging trend in terms of improvement in infrastructure, new roads development etc with a real urgency of new area development. As the area will achieve good connectivity through the sector level road development, it is likely to attract the building construction sector to come up to provide the better infrastructure facility for the increased population. The proposed project will lead to following benefits. Improvement in social infrastructure by providing additional employment opportunities to the skilled as well as unskilled people; Trigger growth in the district and in the region as the area will be developed and will result in associated development; The planned development with modern infrastructure facilities and source of income would improve quality of life of local community. Provision of residential development to cater to the increased 2.4 Project Description The project was earlier granted EC vide letter No. 1649/637/PARYA/SEAC/AD(H)/ dated 05th July 2011 for phase-i. Now, the developer is planning to develop the phase-ii of the project for total Built up area Sqm Proposed project will have all required amenities/facilities that would ensure sustainable development of the area without having any significant adverse impact on environment due to the proposed activity. Proposed development will have 22 No. (19 residential, 1 club & 2 commercial, NS & N Home) of towers including 2084 no. of dwelling units. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

82 2.5 Site Selection Criteria The overall development in Greater Noida is governed as per Greater Noida Master Plan The proposed site is selected as per the Greater Noida Master Plan The project site and site surrounding areas do not have any ecological sensitive areas and will be designed to minimize the environmental impact associated with the development. The design brief places a strong emphasis on achieving a high level of environmental performance, durability, and healthy indoor air quality through integrated design, best practices and emerging technologies. Sustainability is integrated into all phases of the design process using an integrated approach which balances social, economic, and environmental factors. 2.6 Nature and Size of the Project As mentioned above, the project will be developed as a Group Housing project supported by ancillary facilities like community hall, parks, green area, for the residents. There will be a total of 2084 no of dwelling units. Total built up area of the project will be sq m. The project will also involve internal development of basic infrastructure such as internal roads, power supply, water supply, sewer and storm water pipe network, waste management system along with landscape development, commercial building and community hall with all the ancillary facilities for the residents within the project premises. 2.7 Project Site Location The proposed project site is strategically located within the National Capital Region of Delhi in the State of Uttar Pradesh. The proposed project site is located in sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida near the National Capital- New Delhi, in the State of Uttar Pradesh. The site is located at Plot No. GH-04, Sector-Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, UP. The area is under the administrative jurisdiction of Greater Noida Development Authority. The site is advantageously connected with the Noida Greater Noida Expressway via Yamuna Expressway which leads to NH-2. The project location/site marked on Noida Master Plan is given in (Figure-2.1). Google map with site coordinate showing the proposed project site is shown in Figure-2.2. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

83 Figure-2.1: Site Location on Master Plan ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

84 Figure-2.2 Project Locations on Google ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

85 2.8 Environmental Liability of the Project Site The project site does not have any environmental liability 2.9 Site Connectivity Roads & Highways: The site is well connected with the surrounding areas. NH-91, NH-24 & NH-58 passes at a distance of about 5.25 km/ne, 5.24 km/ne & 9.05 km/n direction. Delhi - U.P. Border is Km/SW from the project site. Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport is situated at aerial distance of ~ 32 Km W from the site. Railways: The project site is approximately 11 Km SE from Dadri Railway Station Project Site and Surrounding within 500 m radius The site surroundings comprise of residential setup and the land use in the surrounding area comprises of Residential set up. The details of the surrounding features have been given below and shown in Figure Internal Road Network and Main Road Connectivity The project site is approachable through Noida Greater Noida Expressway through a 45 m wide road. The project will provide separate entry & exit gates for smooth flow of traffic and to avoid traffic congestion. The internal road network of the proposed project will be developed in such a manner that it will not only cater to various buildings but also integrate the whole complex in an interesting composition of built masses and open spaces as well will allow smooth traffic movement inside the complex. The internal road width will be 9 m. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

86 Figure-2.5: Site Features within 500 m Boundary of Project Site ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

87 2.13 Project Components Project Site Details Proposed project is Expansion of multistoried residential project with community facilities. Adequate parking 2484 is proposed on surface, stilt/ podium and in basements for residents. Community facilities include club house, parks, gardens, NS and N Homes. This illustrates the major project components and their locations on the project site Land Use Distribution and Area Statement The site layout diagram with all the activities is shown in Figure-2.6. This illustrates the major project components and their locations on the project site. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

88 Figure-2.7: Site Layout Plan ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

89 Area Statement & Project Salient Features: Proposed development will have 19 no. of residential towers, 1 club, 2 commercial, NS and N Home. The project will have facilities like water supply, power supply, power backup, adequate parking space in the basement as well on surface, fire fighting system and beautiful landscape. Area statement and salient feature of the proposed project is given in Table-2.2 S. No. Description Table-2.2: Area Statement & Salient Features of Project Quantity GENERAL 1 Total Plot Area SQM 2 Pocket Area of Phase - II SQM 3 Proposed Built Up Area SQM 4 Number of Building Blocks (19 Residential Towers + 1 Club+ 2 Commercial, NS, N Home ) 22 (19+1+2) NOS 5 Total no of Saleable DU's 2084 NOS 6 Max Height of Building (Upto Terrace) M 7 Max No of Floors (Residential Tower) B+ST/PO+24 NOS 8 Cost of Project 618 CR 9 Expected Population (9378 Residential Floating) PERSONS 10 Balance Permissible Ground Coverage Area SQM 11 Proposed Ground Coverage Area SQM 12 Balance Permissible FAR Area SQM 13 Proposed FAR Area SQM 14 Total Basement, Podium & Stilt Area SQM 15 Other Non FAR areas SQM WATER 16 Total Water Requirement 891 KLD 17 Fresh water requirement KLD 18 Treated Water Requirement KLD 19 Waste water Generation KLD 20 Waste water to be Treated in Local STP KLD 21 Capacity of Local STP 358 KLD 22 Treated Water Available for Reuse from Local STP 238 KLD 23 Remaining Waste Water to be Treated in Central STP 439 KLD RAIN WATER HARVESTING 25 No of RWH of Pits Proposed 10 NOS PARKING 26 Total Parking Required as / Building Bye Laws 2484 ECS 27 Proposed Total Parking 2484 ECS 28 Proposed Parking on Surface 342 ECS 28 Proposed Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 29 Basement Parking 1229 ECS GREEN AREAS 30 Required Green Area of Entire Project SQM 31 Proposed Green Area of Entire Project SQM 32 Apx Proposed Green Area in Phase - II Pocket SQM Unit ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

90 32 Municipal Solid Waste Generation 5.25 TPD 33 Quantity of E-Waste Generation- Kg/Day 26 KG/DAY 34 Quantity of Hazardous waste Generation 4.9 LTS/DAY 35 Quantity of Sludge Generated from STP KG/DAY POWER 36 Total Power Requirement 5000 KW 37 DG set backup 3530 KVA Population During construction phase, labor camp for 250 labors with provision of mobile toilets is planned at the site. However, few people from other nearby area may migrate in this area for business opportunities. During the operation phase of the project, there will be permanent influx of the population in the form of residents of the proposed housing complex. The total population associated with the proposed development will be nos. Population details during construction & operation phase has been tabulated in Table-2.3. Table-2.3: Population Details during Construction & Operation Phase of the project POPULATION TOTAL RESIDENTIAL DU'S POP/DU POPULATION SALEABLE DU'S TOTAL 9378 NON RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY HALL/COMMERCIAL/ SCHOOL/NURSING HOME (Employees etc. ) Area NURSERY SCHOOL COMMERCIAL (SHOPPING) COMMUNITY HALL NURSING HOME FACILITY MANAGEMENT STAFF LS 73 TOTAL 868 VISITORS RESIDENTIAL 938 COMMERCIAL, CLUB, NURSING HOME & SCHOOL 1332 TOTAL VISITORS 2270 TOTAL POPULATION Utilities & Infrastructure Required During Construction and Operation Phase ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

91 Water Requirement & Supply Construction phase The water requirement for the construction purposes is estimated to be 30 KLD during peak construction activity. Water requirement for laborers to be deployed at site for construction activities are also estimated, based on the assumption that they will be staying at the site. The estimated domestic water requirement during construction phase is approximately 13.5 KLD. During construction phase, water demand will be met through authorized tankers. Details of water requirement have been tabulated below: Table-2.4: Water Demand during Construction Phase LABOR AT SITE CAMP FLOATING TOTAL 250 Labour Camp Water Requirement Total 17.5 KLD Fresh KLD Flushing 6.25 KLD Waster Water Generation KLD Solid Waste Generation 75 Kg/Day Operation phase During operation phase, fresh water will be sourced from Greater Noida water supply system. The total water demand during operation phase is 891 KLD. Out of this, total fresh water requirement (met from Greater Noida water supply system) has been estimated as 652 KLD. The balance water demand will be met through recycling of treated waste water from onsite STP. Details of water demand and source are given below in Table-2.5. & 2.6 (Water Balance Diagram Figure-2.8) respectively. Table-2.5: Water Demand during operation phase S. No Particular Details 1 Fresh 652 KLD 2 Reuse (Treated) 239 KLD 3 Total 891 KLD Table-2.6: Break up of total water demand SN Particulars Water Demand (KLD) 1 Total Water Demand Fresh Water Requirement Total Waste water Generation Total treated water 239 KLD for Phase II Treated water Recycled 239 Flushing 221 Gardening 18 6 Existing STP 700 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

92 WATER BALANCE DIAGRAM Residential Fresh: 610 KLD Waste Water : 488 KLD Total Water Demand of project : 891 KLD Residential Flushing: 197 KLD Non Residential Fresh : 16 KLD Non Residential Flushing: 10 KLD Waste Water : 197 KLD Waste Water : 13 KLD Waste Water : 10 KLD Total Waste water : 738 KLD Total Water to be Treated: 298KLD (+289 KLD from Phase I ) Total Fresh Water Demand: 652 KLD Treated water reuse: 239 KLD Visitors Fresh: 20 KLD Visitors Flushing: 14 KLD Gardening: 18 KLD Swimming Pool: 6 KLD Waste Water : 16 KLD Waste Water : 14 KLD Recycled Treated Waste water : 239 KLD EXISTING STP 700 KLD Treated Water : 239 KLD (FOR PHASE-II) 440 KLD untreated waste water will be discharged into Public Sewer & will treat in common STP of the area Figure-2.8: Water Balance Diagram ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

93 Sewage Disposal During the construction phase, it is expected that KLD of waste water will be generated from labor camps & project site, which will be disposed off in septic tanks. The waste water from septic tanks will be disposed through mobile STP tankers. During Operation Phase, the total waste water generated from the proposed project site will be 738 KLD. 298 KLD of wastewater generated will be treated in an on-site sewage treatment plants based on FAB technique treated up to tertiary level having total design capacity of 700 KLD Solid Waste Facility During the operation phase, solid wastes would mainly be i) biodegradable kitchen wastes and other recyclable wastes such as paper wastes, glass, wood pieces, plastic bags etc., ii) e-waste from IT services. The waste generated during operation shall be collected, segregated, transported, disposed and treated in a scientific manner, based on the integrated approach. Waste quantification has been tabulated in Table-2.7 Table-2.7: Quantification of Waste during operation phase Total Waste Generation 5.25 TPD Organic Waste Generation 3.18 TPD E- Waste Generation 25.7 KG/Day Sludge Generation 493 KG/Day Hazardous Waste Generation (DG Waste Oil) 4.89 Lts/day Source: The solid waste generation has been 0.5 kg per capita per day basis ad per guideline of (CPHEEO) manual.) The possible hazardous wastes during both phases would include used/spent oil from transformer/other utilities classified under hazardous waste category 5.1 as per Hazardous Wastes (Management and Handling) Amendment Rules, The project will handle and dispose of the hazardous wastes as per Hazardous Wastes (Management and Handling) Amendment Rules, 2016 in consultation with the State Pollution Control Board. Waste quantification has been done based on the activities proposed in the project master plan. Waste generation factors are selected for each activity based on the National and International standards applicable in similar setting. Following section give the details of the type of waste generated by different activities. The estimated municipal solid waste generation from the proposed project would be approximately 5.25 TPD Rain Water Harvesting System To conserve the water resources, scientifically designed rain water harvesting structures will be installed at 10 locations. Details design along with number of RWH structure including runoff calculation of proposed project are given in Table-2.8 & Figure ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

94 PARTICULARS Table-2.8: RWH Structure Details of Proposed Project RAIN WATER HARVESTING - Phase - II POCKET OTHER OPEN AREAS ROAD/PAVEMENT/PARKING AREAS GREEN AREA ROOF TOP AREA Area (Sq.m.) Runoff coefficient Rainfall (m) Harvesting potential (cu.m.) Net water availability and potential for recharge (cu.m.) per year (considering 20% losses) Calculations for Rain water Harvesting Pit Design Rain Water Harvesting Pit Design Particulars Values Unit Peak hourly rate 45 mm/hr for one hour duration CUM Peak hourly rate 45 mm/hr for 15 min duration CUM Volume of recharge pit 30 CUM No. of recharge pit required 9.80 No. Proposed No of Recharge Pits 10 No. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

95 Figure-2.10: Rain Water Harvesting Pit Design

96 Power Requirement and Supply Construction phase During construction phase, power requirement will be met through DG sets & through temporary connection of capacity 500 KVA Operation phase During operation phase, power demand for the project will be sourced from Noida Power Company Limited. Total load for the proposed development is 5000 KW. Appropriate arrangements for drawing power from electrical sub-stations (ESS) and suitable distribution arrangements will be made. Power back up will be supplied by DG sets of 3530 KVA (3x1010+1x500) capacities. The DG sets will be placed inside the project premises and will be provided with stacks of height 6m above the roof. Each stack will have sampling port and sampling platform as per Emission Regulation Part III of Central Pollution Control Board. DG sets procured will be of silent type and will maintain CPCB noise emission criteria. All the DG sets will be kept within inbuilt acoustic enclosure. Further the DG sets will be equipped with inbuilt pollution control measures and the emission will conform to the CPCB prescribed standard. Total power demand & back up supply details has been tabulated in Table 2.9. Table-2.9: Power Demand POWER ELECTRICAL - DEMAND LOAD 5000 KW POWER BACK UP - DG SETS 3530 KVA NO OF DG SETS (3X1010+1X500) DG STACK HEIGHT (6M above Tallest Tower) M Fuel Requirements The fuel (HSD) required for the DG sets will be stored in limited quantity onsite as a reserved stock and it will be stored in drums with proper identification mark/labels in an identified area. All fire and safety measures will be taken as per the guidelines from the concerned authorities Parking Adequate parking facility has been provided in the form of basement parking, Stilt/ podium, and surface parking. Detail of parking required and provided in the proposed project is given in Table Table-2.10: Parking Details 1 Parking Required as/byelaws 2484 ECS 2 Parking proposed 2484 ECS 3 Parking on surface 342 ECS 4 Parking in Stilt/Podium 913 ECS 5 Parking in Basement 1229 ECS ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

97 Landscaping & Green Area Details Proposed project has dedicated sq m green area. Landscape development plan prepared for the project includes peripheral & avenue plantation with local species, ornamental as well as large and dense foliage plants especially on the periphery. Green area also includes ground cover, lawns at selected locations and shrubs for shade and reduction of Air and Noise pollution. Trees and plant species for plantation in the project will be selected from the list given below in Table Table-2.11: List of Plant Species that are likely to be planted SN Botanical Name Common Name 1. Azadirachtha Indica Neem 2. Bombax Ceiba Semal 3. Cassia fistula Amaltas 4. Anthocephalus cadamba Cadamb 5. Bauhinea Variegata Kachnar 6. Sarca indica Ashoka 7. Plumeria alba Champa 8. Terminalia arjuna Arjuna 9. Casuarina equisetifolia Whistling Pine 10. Chorisia speciosa Floss Silk Tree 11. Churasia tabularis Chukrasia 12. Erythrina indica Coral Tree 13. Ficus Infectoria Fig Tree 14. Grevillea Robusta Silver oak 15. Jacaranda mimosifolia Neeli Gulmohar 16. Peltophorum ferrugineum Copperpod Tree 17. Magnifera Indica Mango 18. Alistonia Scholaris Devil Tree Fire Fighting Facility The Proposed project will be planned, designed and constructed with adequate fire fighting installations like wet risers, sprinklers, internal hydrants etc. The fire detection will be through ionization based smoke detectors. Addressable analogue fire detection and alarm system will be installed on every floor of different blocks. In addition, manually operated 'break-glass' type electrical fire alarm system will be provided. All the fire fighting provisions shall be as per National Building Code of India 1983 Part "N (Amendment No.3 Dated January, 1997) published by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Approval from the concerned authority for the layout plan has been obtained Major Construction Stages The major construction stages can be listed as under: Earthwork Concrete ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

98 RCC Brickwork Wood work Flooring Roofing Finishing Site development, utilities & services 2.16 Building Materials for Construction Construction materials as concrete, aggregates etc will be required and shall be made available from the local markets. Aluminium, bricks, stones, marbles, paint, tiles, electrical ware, glass will be purchased from reputed manufacturers. Construction materials and machineries required for the project construction are given in Table Table-2.12: List of Construction Materials 1 Adhesive 19 Hydrochloric Acid 2 Aggregate Brick 20 Araldite 3 Aggregate - Over Burnt 21 Hardner 4 Aggregate Stone 22 Flow Control Agent 5 Aggregate - Stone Chipping 23 Plasticizer 6 Aluminum 24 Bhusa 7 Asbestor Cement Product 25 Hessian Cloth 8 Bitumen Felt Fibres Base 26 Spun Yarn 9 Bitument Hot Sealing Compound 27 Bleaching Powder 10 Butument & Coal Tar 28 Cramp 11 Brackets 29 Distemper 12 Bricks 30 Fly Ash 13 Brushes 31 Fittings (for doors & windows) 14 Cement 32 Butt hinges 15 Lime 33 Tower bolt 16 Caustic Soda 34 Brass fitting 17 Water Proofing Compound 35 Cement stays 18 Polymer 36 Cupboard lock 19 Fine Aggregate/Sand 20 Steel 21 Floor tile SN Machineries 1 Excavators 2 Concrete Pump 3 Transit Mixer 4 Tower Cranes 5 Bar Bending & cutting machine 6 Bar Shearing Machine 7 Material Hoist ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

99 2.17 Resettlement and Rehabilitation SN Machineries 8 Passenger Hoist 9 Wood Cutting Machine 10 Tile Cutting Machine 11 Pumps (curing) 12 Vibrator (Needle) 13 Conc. Testing machine 14 DG Sets 500 KVA The project was a vacant land. The proposed construction will not cause resettlement and rehabilitation of the population Other Relevant Information The project proponent proposes to informally incorporate features of environment friendly buildings to the maximum extent. It would take all the necessary measures so that there is no major environmental impact over the entire life cycle of project Construction Workforce The construction works are highly labor intensive and a sizeable workforce is anticipated. The peak labor force requirement for the project will be about 400 workers Cost Of The Project The estimated cost of the project including construction and machinery cost is Rs. 617 Crores. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

100 3.0 Legal And Administrative Framework The 1972 United Nations (UN) Conference on Human Development at Stockholm influenced the need for a well-developed legal mechanism to conserve resources, protect the environment and ensure the health and well being of the people in India. Over the years, the Government of India has framed several policies and promulgated number of Acts, Rules and Notifications aimed at management and protection of the environment. As a result, our country now has a fairly comprehensive set of environmental legislation aimed at ensuring that the development process meets the overall objective of promoting sustainability in the long run. Moreover, the Indian Constitution has also incorporated specific articles to address environmental concerns through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment of As stated in the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the state (Article 48 A) to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard the forests and wildlife of the country. It imposes a duty on every citizen (Article 51 A) to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife. Reference to the environment has also been made in the Directive Principles of State Policy as well as the Fundamental Rights. 3.1 Environmental Policies Several environment policy statements have been formulated in the last few decades as a part of the Government s approach to integrate environmental and developmental aspects of planning. The policies reflect a gradual shift in emphasis from pollution abatement and control to proactive and voluntary approaches for pollution prevention in keeping with global paradigm shifts and trends in environment management. Following are some of the key policies that have been laid down by the Central Government: National Forest Policy, 1988; o National Conservation Strategy and Policy Statement on Environment and Development, 1992; Policy Statement on Abatement of Pollution, National Environmental policy, 2006 Despite these policy documents, a need for a comprehensive policy statement had been evident for some time in order to infuse a common approach to the various sectoral and crosssectoral, approaches to environmental management. As a result, a National Environment Policy (NEP, 2006) has been drawn up as a response to our national commitment to a clean environment, mandated in the Constitution in Articles 48 A and 51 A (g), strengthened by judicial interpretation of Article 21. The policy is still in draft form and addresses environmental concerns in all-developmental activities. 3.2 Legal Provisions for Environment Related to Building / Construction / Area Development & Township Projects The proposed project is governed by various Acts, Rules and Regulations set by Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) at the Central level and other regulatory agencies at the State and local level. Various environmental standards, specifications and guidelines of Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and State level agencies will also be applicable. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

101 It is important to note that the Central government framed umbrella legislation, called the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 to broadly encompass and regulate an array of environmental issues. The overall purpose of EPA is to establish an overall coherent policy and provide a basis for the coordinated work of various government agencies with operational responsibility for the environment and natural resources. This legislation also invests authorities with regulatory powers to address specific issues affecting the environment. The Act does not allow any person to establish an industry, operation or process that discharges or emits any environmental pollutants in excess of standards prescribed under specific rules and notifications. The Acts, Rules and Notifications applicable to environmental aspects of the construction and operational phase of proposed project is summarized in Table 3.1 and briefly described in the following sections. Table 3.1: Summary of Environmental Legislation concerning Proposed Project Legislation Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 with Rules. EIA Notification, 2006 in supersession of 1994 notification Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 with Rules. Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 with Rules. Water Cess Act, 1977 Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 Hazardous Waste (Management, Handling and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 2016 (as amended) Areas / Activities Covered Overall Environment Protection Compliance to environmental (Air, Water, Noise) Standards issued under EPR Building Construction Projects Filling up of Form I and Form 1A for projects with sq.m and <1,50,000 sq.m. of built-up area for construction projects. Township and Area Development Projects Submission of REIA Reports for township and area development projects with area 50 ha and or built up area 1,50,000 sq.m Protection of Air Quality Consent to Establish (NOC) for establishing and Consent to Operate (CTO) for activities causing air pollution from DG sets from SPCB Compliance to National Ambient Air Quality Standard Protection of Water Quality Discharge of sewage from the site Obtaining Consent to Establish (NOC) for establishing and Consent to Operate (CTO) for activities causing water pollution from SPCB Paying Water Cess to Local Body for sourcing of domestic water Compliance with Ambient Noise Standards in accordance to land use of the area Obtaining Authorization from SPCB for handling and storing of hazardous waste like waste oil and lubricants. Following guidance for handling and storing of such hazardous waste Notifying regulatory authority (in this case, the State Factories Inspectorate) of storage of hazardous substances like LPG Follow guidance on such storage, maintain updated MSDS, submit annual Safety Report to authority Prepare Onsite Emergency Plan ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

102 Legislation Motor Vehicles Act with Rules Petroleum Act with Rules 2000 Municipal Solid Waste Rules, 2016 Bio-Medical Waste (Management and Handling) Amendment Rules, 2016 State Town Planning Acts State Regulation Siting Guidance Groundwater Areas / Activities Covered Lay down restrictions for vehicles not having Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) or proper labeling to enter premises Comply with guidance and safety measures for storage, and transportation of petroleum substances within project area premises Management (Collection, Handling, Intermediate Storage) of domestic waste from residences Management (Collection, Handling, Intermediate Storage) of medical waste from Health Services Obtain permits and sanction for land Develop Group Housing in accordance with Land use and Master plans Conform to restriction for drawing of groundwater Arrange for recharge through Rainwater Harvesting Schemes (as applicable) Follow Siting Guidance as far as practicable Avoid sites which are environmentally sensitive 3.3 Siting of Projects The siting of developmental projects in India is managed by Siting Guidelines for activities and projects delineated by the MoEF and the CPCB. The overall purpose of the guideline is to aid proponents in judiciously selecting project sites, keeping in mind various environmental sensitivities. However, the guidelines for siting are not legally enforceable except for areas which are ecologically fragile (as notified by certain specific notifications). Additionally, State Governments sometimes formulate State wide siting guidelines for development planning. 3.4 Environmental Clearance of Developmental Projects The requirement involved in the setting up of select development projects (projects with potential to cause significant environmental impacts) in India is through the Environmental Clearance (EC) Process affected on the basis of an Environmental Impact Assessment study/filling up of necessary forms. The EC process is mandated by the EIA notification dated September 14, 2006 and is administered by the State level regulatory and government bodies (as the State Pollution Control Board and the Environment Departments) and the Ministry of Environment and Forests (until formation of committee as mandated by EIA notification of September 14, 2006) at the Central Government level. The following projects or activities shall require prior environmental clearance from the concerned regulatory authority, which shall hereinafter referred to be as the Central Government in the Ministry of Environment and Forests for matters falling under Category A in the Schedule and at State level the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) for matters falling under Category B in the said Schedule, before any construction work, or preparation of land by the project management except for securing the land, is started on the project or activity: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

103 1. All new projects or activities listed in the Schedule to this notification. 2. Expansion and modernization of existing projects or activities listed in the Schedule to this notification with addition of capacity beyond the limits specified for the concerned sector, that is, projects or activities which cross the threshold limits given in the Schedule, after expansion or modernization. 3. Any change in product - mix in an existing manufacturing unit included in Schedule beyond the specified range. Building /Construction projects/area Development projects and Townships projects have been categorized under Item 8 of the Schedule. 8 (a) Any building and construction projects with builtup area sq.mtrs and <1,50,000 sq.mtrs. would require filling up of Form I, Form IA & Conceptual Plan. 8 (b) Any Townships and Area Development projects having builtup area more than 1,50,000 sqm but less than 3,00,000 sqm or covering an area 50 ha and or built up area <1,50,000 sq.mtrs would require Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study apart from Form I and Form IA. Category A of Item 8 [Building / Construction projects / Area Development projects and Townships having built-up area more than 3,00,000 sq. mtrs or covering an area more than 150 Ha.] would require Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study apart from Form I and Form IA. The Consent to Establish (also termed as the No Objection Certificate or NOC) under the Air and Water Acts would be an independent work. 3.5 Urban Planning & Land Use Planned urban development is encouraged by successive Five Year Plans and State Governments that have promulgated Urban Town Planning Acts to provide for proper zoning for residential, commercial and industrial areas, control on slums and urban sprawl, design and development of civic amenities (such as sewerage and waste disposal) and development of Master Plans for important urban areas in their respective States. The provisions of the Acts generally regulate the following principal issues related to urban development: Declaration of Planning Areas and constitution of Planning and Development Authorities; Formulation and statutory approval of Land Use and Development Control Plan; Manage the development of land according to Land Use and Development Control Plans; Power to acquire land for urban development under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894; Levy penalty for unauthorized development in nonconformity with plans. The proposed project is located in Noida and must conform to provisions of the State level Acts and local bylaws. Additionally, the Constitution has recently empowered Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities and Corporations) through the 73rd Amendment of the Constitution to play a crucial role in development and maintenance of environment related infrastructure. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

104 3.6 Usage of Water & Water Pollution The use of water resources and the discharge of polluted water (sewerage) are primarily regulated by the Water Cess Act, 1977 and the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution), Cess Act, 1977 including Rules 1978 and 1991 provides for levy and collection of Cess on water consumed by the local authorities and by persons carrying on certain industries with a view to generate resources for prevention and control of water pollution. It also covers specifications on affixing of meters, furnishing of returns, assessment of Cess, interest payable for delay in payment of Cess and penalties for non-payment of Cess within the specified time. The project will fall under the Act only if they source water from water supply schemes of urban municipalities and corporations and these bodies levy such cess as some form of water tax to the proposed project. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution), Act, 1974 including Rules, 1975 (as amended up to 1988) provides for the prevention and control of water pollution and maintaining or restoring good water quality for any establishment. The Act assigns functions and powers to the CPCB and SPCBs for prevention and control of water pollution and all related matters. The Environment (Protection) Rules under the EPA also lays down specific standards for quality of water effluents to be discharged into different type of water bodies (sewers, surface water bodies like lakes and rivers, marine discharge). The standards are presented in Annexure 3.1. Additionally, the potable water supplied to occupants of group housing should also conform to the National Drinking Water Standard IS: (Refer Annexure 3.2). Of late, with rapid depletion of groundwater resources in several areas of the country, efforts have been initiated to regulate the use of groundwater resources. The focus of such acts and rules (many are which are still in draft form) is to provide for mechanisms that would lead to replenishment of groundwater reserves through techniques like ground water recharging. 3.7 Air Quality The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 including Rules 1982 and 1983 was enacted to prevent, control and reduce air and noise pollution. According to Section 21 of the Act, no person shall establish or operate any activity, which can cause air pollution without obtaining Consent to Establish (CTE) as per the Air Act. The Act also lays down national ambient air quality standards for common pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Carbon monoxide (CO) and Lead (Pb) with the intent of managing air quality for different category of areas (residential, industrial and sensitive). The EPR also specifies source emission standards determined on the basis of the impact of pollutants on human health, vegetation and property for activities, which can pollute the air. The project would not contribute much to air pollution, The relevant standards are presented in Annexure 3.3. The SPCBs, on a case to basis, can also make the emission standards more stringent on the considerations of the carrying capacity of a specific air shed and the existing pollution levels of ambient air quality. It may be noted that normally the CTE for the Air and Water Act is provided in the form of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to the project proponent when the project falls under the 32 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

105 categories of activities covered by the EIA notification. The NOC is generally provided after the submission of the EIA report. 3.8 Noise Level With the objective of regulating ambient noise level in the environment, the Central Government has notified the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, dated 26th December 1989 and amended in February 14, 2000 under the EPA. The noise standards for different category of areas is based on the A weighted equivalent noise level (Leq) are as presented in Annexure 3.4. Noise standards in the work environment (would be relevant for construction phase of the project) are specified by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA, USA), which in turn are being enforced by Government of India through model rules framed under the Factories Act and Rules. The standards are presented in Appendix - IV. The EPR also lays down equipment specific noise emission standards for Air conditioners and Construction Equipment, which would be in use for the proposed project. Specific standards for control of noise from traffic and other sources and measures to be taken for reduction of noise by using acoustic treatment, exhaust muffler have also been specified through the Environment (Protection) Second Amendment Rules, 2002 notified through notification GSR 371 (E) on 17th May, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management A monitoring committee (see section 7), would be responsible for collection and handling of domestic solid waste to an approved waste disposal site as per the provisions of the Municipal Solid Waste Rules, The following provisions would apply to the project: Organize collection of municipal solid wastes through any of the methods, like community bin collection (central bin), building to building collection, collection on regular pre-informed timings and scheduling. Ensure that bio-medical and other hazardous wastes are not mixed with municipal solid wastes and that such wastes follow the rules (the Bio-Medical Waste (Management and Handling) Amendment Rules, 2016 and the Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2016) separately specified for the purpose; Separately collect and dispose horticultural, construction and demolition waste in accordance with local legislation, bylaws or directives issued by the authorities concerned. Organize awareness programmes in cooperation with the municipality for segregation of wastes, promote recycling/ reuse of segregated materials and encourage community participation in waste segregation. Establish storage facilities by taking into account quantities of waste generation in the complexes and locate them in such a way that it is accessible to the residents. Ensure that such storage facilities are aesthetically acceptable and user-friendly and designed in a way that wastes stored are not exposed. The storage facilities or bins should also be of easy to operate design for handling, transfer and transportation of waste. Bins for storage of biodegradable wastes shall be painted green, those for storage of recyclable wastes shall be printed white and those for storage of other wastes shall be printed black. Manual handling of waste shall be prohibited. If unavoidable due to constraints, manual handling shall be carried out under proper precaution with due care for safety of workers. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

106 The Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2016 require facilities to classify wastes into categories, manage them as per the prescribed guidelines and obtain prior authorization from the SPCB for handling, treatment, storage and disposal of Hazardous Wastes. The project has the potential to generate hazardous waste during its construction and operational phases and such waste generation should be properly monitored and managed. The following kinds of hazardous waste may be generated from the construction phase of the project: Spent oil and lubricants from construction equipments; Paint residues during the painting of the buildings; Asbestos Contaminated Material (ACM) generated from dismantling of temporary housing for construction workers Storage and Use of Petroleum and Hazardous Chemicals The project will be storing certain hazardous substances within their premises and would have to conform to the provisions of Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 2000 and the Petroleum Act with Rules The storage of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) in bulk for supply of cooking gas to the residents/occupants would require the project to conform to the following requirements: Take necessary precautions to prevent major accidents and limit their consequences to humans and the environment; Provide information, training and necessary safety equipments to persons working at the storage site; Bring major accidents involving fire or explosion linked LPG as the potential cause of substantial loss of life and property or adverse impact on the environment to the notice of concerned authorities (as identified in Schedule 5); Furnish a annual Safety Audit report to the concerned authority in the pro-forma given in Schedule 6 of the Rules; Prepare and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets in accordance to the pro-forma given in Schedule 9 of the Rules; and Prepare an On-Site Emergency Plan as indicated in Schedule 11 of the Rules. The Petroleum Rules also lay down safeguards and measures for storing of different classes of petroleum, which will be applicable to the Service Station operating from within the premises of the site Statutory National Capital Region (NCR) Regional Plan-2021 NCR Planning Board prepared a Regional Plan with the perspective year 2021 for the National Capital Region which was notified on The Regional Plan-2021 for NCR provides a model for sustainable development of urban and rural settlements to improve quality of life as well as a rational regional land use pattern to protect and preserve good agricultural land, environmentally sensitive areas and utilize unproductive land for urban areas through an interrelated policy framework relating to settlement systems, economic activities, transportation, telecommunication, regional land use, infrastructural facilities such as power and water, social infrastructure, environment, disaster management, heritage and tourism. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

107 Regional Plan-2021 for NCR has shown a great concern on various depleting natural resources like land, water, forest, biodiversity both in sense of flora & fauna of the rapidly urbanizing NCR. Seeing the present fast pace of growth and urbanization as well as change in approach in economic development, like proposed group housing, at present land is facing a threat of not only by way of haphazard unplanned development, unauthorized construction, encroachments by shabby slums & shanty areas but also unbalanced development with focus of development at the core of the Region. In order to protect the land from conversion of good agricultural land into non-agricultural uses at random and balanced development of the region there is a dire need of early preparation of various plans at different level for both urban settlements as well as rural settlements following policies laid down in the Regional Plan-2021 for NCR and with a focus to have a rural-urban continuum. Further, to have balanced development of the NCR, it is also required that various proposals/strategies/projects to provide the essential services/core infrastructure like shelter, water, sewerage, sewage treatment, solid waste management, drainage, power, transport, etc. be also implemented in a time bound manner by the constituent State Governments, Central Ministries and their concerned Departments/Agencies. Further new approaches and innovative techniques are required to be adopted by the concerned Agencies to improve & enhance the availability of water & power. The ground water recharging and water harvesting are required to be integrated in the building byelaws and amendments are also required to be carried out in various Town Planning Acts by the Constituent State Governments for conserving the water recharging areas Operation of Motor Vehicles The Central Motor Vehicle Act (MVA) and Rules, 1989 (MVR) prescribe that vehicles falling in the category of transport vehicles (buses, trucks, taxis and auto rickshaws) undergo an annual fitness certification. The motor vehicle inspectors attached to the State Transport Department generally carry out this function. Additionally, vehicle owners also have to obtain Pollution under Check Certificate (PUCC) from a recognized testing center and display it on their vehicles. Additionally, to address the problem of risk associated with transportation of hazardous substances by road and the consequences of transportation emergencies, should they arise, provisions have been laid down in the MVR. Accordingly, any road carriage involved with the transportation of hazardous goods which can be harmful to human life or which can possibly cause damage to the environment in case of accidents and spillage shall have to comply with the labeling requirements and safety guidance specified in the MVR Institutional Framework Whereas the legislative branch of the government (Parliament) is responsible for the enactment of environmental law and the judiciary for its enforcement in the case of transgression, it is the function of the executive branch (ministries, regional and local authorities) to determine policies and administer environmental law in actual practice. Also, since an environmental dimension has now become a part of all economic activities, an effective mechanism of coordination and control is the responsibility of the central environmental agency so that environmental policies can be translated into action. The Government of India took a major step in 1972 when it constituted the National Committee on Environmental Planning and Coordination (NCEPC). Later in 1980, the Government of India established a new Department of Environment on the recommendation of a committee ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

108 constituted by the Indian Parliament. The Central and State Pollution Control Boards were set up and entrusted with the task of air and water pollution control in Ministry of Environment & Forests In view of the growing importance of environmental affairs, the Government of India set up a Department of Environment in November 1980 under the portfolio of the Prime Minister. The Department, later renamed as the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) plays a pivotal role in environmental management for sustained development and for all environmental matters in the country. The major responsibilities of MoEF include: Environmental resource conservation and protection, including environmental impact assessment of developmental projects; Co-ordination with the other ministries and agencies, voluntary organizations and professional bodies on environmental action plans; Policy-planning; Promotion of research and development, manpower planning and training and creation of environmental awareness; Liaison and coordination with international agencies involved in environmental matters. Developmental project proponents are also required to submit Environmental Impact Statements/Assessments to establish that installing adequate pollution control and monitoring equipment plan preventive measures, and that effluent discharged into the environment will not exceed permissible levels. The MoEF appraises these statements/assessments and approves the project from the environmental angle. The respective State Pollution Control Board is to give a No Objection Certificate (NOC) before the EIA exercise is undertaken Central & State Pollution Control Boards The Central Pollution Control Board is directly responsible for pollution control throughout the national territory. In addition to the control of air, noise and water pollution it is also responsible for to ensure effective control on disposal of hazardous wastes and storage and handling of hazardous chemicals and substances. Additionally, with the enactment of air and water pollution laws, states have set-up their own Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) to monitor industrial emissions and effluents and to approve the operation of new industries after careful scrutiny. The functions of the SPCBs include: The planning of comprehensive state programs for the prevention and control of air and water pollution and to ensure the implementation thereof. Inspection of control equipment, industrial plants, etc. Establishing norms in consultation with the Central Board and having regard to national air quality standards, gaseous emission standards from industrial plants, automobiles, etc. Different emission standards may be laid down for different industrial plants, having regard to the quantity and composition of emissions into the atmosphere from such plants and the general pollution levels in the area; Advising the State Government on siting of new polluting industry. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

109 Municipalities & the Municipal Corporations The Constitution (74th) Amendment Act of 1994 accorded constitutional status to the urban local bodies (ULBs) and recognized the municipal governments as the third tier of governance. While prescribing a uniform local governance structure that can be applicable across the country, it provides a framework for elected local governments for their effective functioning to ensure provisions of urban services and infrastructure. With the objective of bringing about a basic shift from the existing a top down management system to a bottom up decentralized and participatory planning approach, the amendment also provided for constitution of Ward Committees in municipalities with a population of more than 300,000 people, Metropolitan Planning Committees and District Planning Committees for consolidation and preparation of plans for spatial, social and economic development. The Amendment Act also provided for devolution of financial powers from the state government for strengthening of municipal finances. The 12th Schedule of the 74th Amendment Act lists eighteen functions and responsibilities to be carried out by the ULBs including public health, sanitation, conservancy and solid waste management related activities Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) Commercial building sector in India is expanding rapidly at over 9% per year spurred largely by the strong growth in the services sector. Electricity consumption in the commercial sector in India at present accounts for about 8% of the total electricity supplied by the Electricity Utilities, and has been growing annually at about 11-12%. This is mainly attributed to the increasing energy intensiveness of newly constructed commercial buildings; Several studies in the country have shown that energy efficiency is not getting adequate attention when the new buildings are designed. Incorporation of energy efficiency provisions at the design stage of the new buildings is critical and so will be made mandatory by Ministry of Power by 2012 for all new buildings. Better to be proactive than keeping in view the Energy Conservation Act 2001 (EC Act), Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) with technical support from USAID under its Energy Conservation and Commercialization (ECO) Project, has developed Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC) Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC). ECBC, considering five climatic zones in India, sets the minimum energy performance standards for large commercial buildings that have a connected load of 500 kw or greater or a contract demand of 600 kva or more, having conditioned area of 1000 sq. m. or more. Annual energy consumption in the conditioned commercial buildings in the country is estimated to be about 200 kwh or more per sq. m of floor area. Electricity consumption in ECBC compliant buildings can be brought down to kwh per sq. m., showing energy saving potential of % depending on the hours of building use during the day, climatic conditions, etc. Ministry of Power, Government of India launched ECBC 2007 on 27 May 2007 for its implementation in commercial buildings on voluntary basis all over India, with a view to make this mandatory in the next couple of years depending upon the experience gained during the voluntary period. ECBC encourages energy efficiency for all building components and systems such as building envelope, lighting, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), service water heating, and electric power and motors within the building facilities, while enhancing the thermal and visual comforts and productivity of the occupants. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

110 ECBC mandates/prescribes U-factor and R values of insulation assembly for five climatic zones in India, Solar Heat Gain Coefficients and Visible Light Transmission levels for fenestration, energy efficiency levels of air conditioning systems, and number of other parameters for ECBC compliance in commercial buildings. In this context, good understanding of ECBC features and application of several developed products and technologies could play an important role in improving energy efficiency in the buildings, leading to energy cost savings for the building owners/users Manual on norms & standards for large construction projects The manual has been development by Ministry of Environment and Forests, GoI to assist the developers and project proponents measures and quantify environmental impacts of proposed construction, and derive mitigation options to minimise impacts. The manual also shall enable evaluation of construction projects by the expert appraisal committee. The proponent have use mitigation options, other than the ones described in the manual, to mitigate environmental impacts of the project. The manual provides a range of environmental issues that had been considered in assessing the environmental impacts of projects and how to identify and assess the issues pertaining to the project. The measures are suggestive and intended to assist project specific environmental management practices. The manual details out the submittals required to fulfill requirements of EC Application (Form 1 and 1A). This manual also comprises of a list of mandatory and expected criteria that needs to be adopted in a project for getting necessary clearance from regulatory authority ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

111 4.0 BASELINE ENVIRONMENT STATUS 4.1 INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the existing environmental settings in the study area and is based upon the secondary information collected from the published sources, reconnaissance survey, primary socio-economic survey and environmental monitoring of air, noise, soil, ground and surface water in the study area. The major purposes of describing the environmental settings of the study area are: To assess the existing environmental quality, as well as the environmental impacts of the future developments being studied. To identify environmentally significant factors or geographical areas that could preclude any future development. Additional purposes of the baseline studies are to provide sufficient information so that decision makers can develop an understanding of: The project need. Environmental characteristics of the study area. The basis of establishing the project need. 4.2 Methodology Of Conducting Baseline Study The guiding factors of the present baseline study are the requirements laid down by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and guidelines as per the Environmental Impact Assessment Notification. The baseline environmental monitoring has been carried for the period of Feb 2016-April For the purpose of the EIA study, the general impact zone for the proposed implementation shall confine within a radius of 10 km from the center of the project site and specific impact within the project area. This chapter presents the existing baseline environmental status of the project influenced/study area (within the 10 km radius) of the project site. Furthermore, the primary data also have been analyzed from Environmental Monitoring Surveys viz. air quality, water quality, soil quality and noise level, conducted at selected locations within 10 km radius. 4.3 Criteria For Baseline Environment Study For the purposed of EIA study, the study area has been classified into general study area and core study area. The general study area extends upto 10 km radius from the site and has been studied for any likely general impacts. The core area for the proposed implementation shall confined within a ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

112 radius of 500 m from the boundary of the project site, since the nature of the project is such that most of the potential impacts are likely to occur within this area. The location of the baseline monitoring has been selected with respect to proposed land-use and environmental susceptibility of the critical areas. The sampling locations have been selected on the basis of the following factors: Predominant wind directions Existing topography Drainage pattern and location of existing surface water bodies like ponds, tals, nalas; Location of villages/towns/sensitive areas 4.4 Components And Parameters For Baseline Environment Study The various components studied as a part of the baseline study are discussed in the following sections components: Physical Environment Air Environment Noise Environment Water Environment Land Environment Ecological Environment Socio-Economic Environment Table- 4.1 gives various environmental attributes considered for formulating environmental baseline and Table-4.2 gives frequency and monitoring methodologies for various environmental attributes. S. No. 1 Land Use Table-4.1: Various Environmental Attributes Attribute Parameter Source of Data 2 Water Quality 3 Ambient Quality Air Trend of land use change for different categories Physical, Chemical and Biological parameters PM10, PM2.5,, SO2, NOx, CO 4 Noise levels Noise levels in db(a) 5 Ecology Existing terrestrial flora and fauna within the 10 km radius of project influence area Master Plan. Two ground water and one surface water samples were collected. Ambient air quality monitoring at 5 locations Noise level monitoring at five locations. Secondary sources. 6 Geology Geological history Secondary sources. 7 Soil Quality Physical and chemical parameters 8 Socioeconomic Socio-economic characteristics of the study area Data collected from secondary sources and soil sampling at one location. Based on field survey and data collected from secondary ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

113 S. No. Attribute Parameter Source of Data aspects sources. Table-4.2: Environmental Attributes: Frequency and Monitoring Method Attributes A. Air Environment Particulate Matter less than 2.5 µg/m 3 (PM 2.5) Particulate Matter less than10 µg/m 3 (PM 10) SO 2 NOx Network Sampling Requisite locations in the project influenced area Frequency 24 hourly (One Season) Measurement Method Gravimetric ; CPCB Guidelines 2012 Gravimetric; IS:5182 (Part - 23) IS:5182 (Part-2) Reaffirmed 2012 Modified West & Gaeke Method IS:5182 (Part-6) Modified Jacob & Hochheiser Remarks As per CPCB standards for NAAQS, 2009 CO IS:5182 (Part-10) B. Noise Day and Night equivalent noise levels Day ( 06:00 A.M to 09:00 PM) Night ( 09:00 PM to 06:00 AM) C. Water Parameters for water quality: ph, temp, total suspended solids, total dissolved solids, total hardness, calcium hardness, magnesium hardness, total alkalinity, chloride, sulphate, nitrate, phosphate, fluoride,, total phosphorus, BOD, COD, Heavy metals (iron, arsenic, zinc) Total coliforms Requisite locations in the project influenced area Set of grab samples at requisite locations for ground and surface water One Season One Season Instrument : Noise level meter Samples for water quality, collected and analyzed as per IS : 3025, methods for sampling and testing of Industrial effluents and Standard methods for examination of water and wastewater analysis IS: ` ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

114 Attributes D. Land Environment Parameters for soil quality: ph, texture, electrical conductivity, organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate, sodium, calcium, potassium and magnesium. Network Sampling Requisite soil samples be collected as per BIS specifications within project influenced area Frequency One Season Measurement Method published by American Public Health Association (APHA). Collected and analyzed as per soil analysis reference book, M.L.Jackson Remarks 4.5 Physical Environment Land Use Pattern The objectives of land use studies are:- To determine the existing land use pattern in the study area and to assess its compatibility with the proposed development; To analyze the impacts on land use in the study area. The study of land use in the area enables one to know about the present land use practices as well as to know the type of land that can be used for various development activities envisaged in post project scenario. It also enables to envisage the scenario emerging due to the increase in demand for land with increase in population and the impacts arising due to the interface with the various project activities. Land use of District Gautam Budh Nagar: District statistical data (2005) reveal that most of the land is put into active cultivation i.e % leaving 1.4% under forest and negligible 0.3% for pasture and 0.23% for orchids & bushes which is much below the state average and environmental standard. The area under forest cover falls in all the four blocks maximum being in Bisrakh block which basically protected under urban planning. About 2.78% land of the district can be further developed for agricultural practices. (Source: DISTRICT BROCHURE OF GAUTAM BUDH NAGAR, U.P.(A.A.P.: ) Land use and Land Environment of Study Area The existing baseline environmental status of the Project influenced area has been considered within the 10 km radius of the Project site. The database for all environmental components is collected from primary site investigations as well as secondary investigations. Furthermore, the primary data have been obtained from Environmental Monitoring Surveys viz. air quality, water quality, noise level, conducted at selected locations within 10 km radius from boundary of the Project. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

115 4.5.2 Land use pattern within Project Site A study of the land use pattern of the project site reveals that the proposed project site is very sparsely vegetated land with very small bushes. There are no habitations, forests and crops within the project site. Land Use map of the 10 km radius of the project site is shown in Figure- 4.1 and tabulated in Table-4.3.and surrounding features around the project site is shown in Figure 4.2 and tabulated in Table 4.4 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

116 Figure-4.1: Land Use map of the 10 km radius of the project site ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

117 Figure-4.2: Google Map 10 Km Radius ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

118 Table-4.3: Land use of 10 km radius of the Project Site S. No. Class Name Area in Sq.m. Area in %age 1. Cropped Area Built-up Area Water Body Follow Land Waste Land Vegetation Total Table-4.4: Main surrounding Features S.N. Particulars Details 1. Nearest National Highway NH km/ne NH km/ne NH km/n 2. Nearest Railway Station Ghaziabad Railway Station: 7.23 km, North. 3. Nearest Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport: Km West 4. Nearest Town/ City Noida 7.11 KM SW 5. River Body Hindon,1.88 km NW 6. Hills/ Valleys Not within 10 km from the project site 7. Site Topography Plain 8. Archaeologically Important Site Nil 9. National Parks/ Wildlife Surajpur Wetland km/se Sanctuaries Okhla Bird Sanctuary km, W 10. Delhi State Boundary Haryana Up Border, Km/SW 11. Seismicity The study area falls under Seismic Zone-IV The land use shows availability of land for infrastructure development and the present use of land. 4.6 Rainfall and Climate: Rainfall: The annual normal rainfall ( ) of the district comes to mm as observed in the nearest rain gauge station at Sikandrabad. The maximum rainfall occurs during the monsoon period i.e., June to September having the normal value of 600 mm which is 85.7% of annual rainfall. August is the wettest month having the normal rainfall of mm followed by July when normal rainfall received about mm. Climate: The climate of the district is sub-humid and characterized by hot summer and bracing cold season. After February there is continuous increase in temperature till May which is generally the hottest month. The district experiences the hottest weather in the month of June with average mean temperature of C followed by May with 31.9 C. The coldest month is January with average mean temperature of 14.2 C followed by December with 15.4 C. During the southwest monsoon season the relative humidity is high and after the withdrawal of the monsoon humidity ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

119 decreases. The mean monthly maximum relative humidity in the morning of August month is 84% and mean monthly minimum relative humidity measured in the morning of May is 41 %. The normal annual mean wind speed in the district is 6.7 kmph the highest normal wind speed is 9.2 kmph in the month of June followed by 8.3 kmph in May. The annual normal potential evapotransiration of the district is mm. The maximum PET occurs in the month of June followed by May with mm and mm respectively. The climate of the Noida and NCR region is semi-arid type with well-defined seasons. Climatologically, this area resembles the central part of India and, therefore, experiences two extreme types of climate. The summer season stretches from March to June with the maximum temperature shooting up to about 45 degrees Celsius. During the winter period, which extends from October to February, the minimum temperature falls to about 4 degree Celsius. The monsoon season starts from the first week of July and continues till the end of September. The average annual temperature recorded in the NCR region is 31.5 C based on the records over the period of 70 years maintained by the Meteorological Department IMD. The normal rainfall of the area is 732 mm. About 80% of the annual rainfall is received during months of June to September, whereas, about 75% of the annual rainfall is received during the monsoon months of July, August and September. The rest of annual rainfall is received as winter rains and as thunderstorm rain in the pre- and post monsoon months. On an average, rain of 2.5 mm or more falls on 27 days in a year. Out of these, 21.4 days are during monsoon months. 4.7 Site Topography & Contour Project site and its surrounding area is situated on Moderately Flat terrain. Contour elevation at project site is about 202m AMSL. Map is showing maximum elevated contour of 240m AMSL in mid of Northern part of Map. While lowest contour is located in South East Part of the Map showing 190 m AMSL. Whitish portion of the map showing completely Flat or undulated Terrain. Contour map comprising in 10 km buffer area from the project site is situated on Moderately Flat topography. Contour topography reveals that terrain is undulated and slopes towards South East direction. Map is not showing dense contours. while less dense contour occurs in whole Map. Contour map clearly demonstrate River Meandering, Oxbow Lakes and moderately flat Topography. The contour map of the project area is shown in Figure-4.3 The drainage map of the project area is shown as Figure-4.4 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

120 Figure-4.3: Contour Map of the Project Area ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

121 4.8 Drainage Pattern This drainage map is prepared in10 km radius area from the project site and which covers about 314 SqKm. After interpretation map reveals 5 no s of Drainage Orders. The Lease area & Surrounding area sloping towards 5 th order Drainage (Main Stream). First order drainage (Blue Color) having characteristic situated at high elevation with smallest distance in comparison with other drainage in its drainage Basin. While fifth order drainage (Red Colour) situated at lowest elevation and having greater length than other drainage in its drainage Basin. First,second third, & fourth order of drainage successively meet to fifth order drainage which is the main channel of whole Catchment area and flows towards South direction. Drainage map is showing dominantly Dendritic to sub dendritic and Parallel drainage pattern. Contour map clearly demonstrate River Meandering, Oxbow Lakes and moderately flat Topography. Drainage map showing system is overlain by Alluvial Terrain. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

122 Figure-4.4: Drainage Map of the Project Area ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

123 4.9 Geology The study area falls in the NCR region. The region is a part of Indo-Gangetic Alluvial Plains. Thickness of alluvium varies from negligible near the outcrops to about 300 m above MSL, transacted by a quartzite ridge extending roughly from north-east to the south-eastern part of the area. The alluvium comprises sand, silt clay and kankar in varying proportions. The thickness of alluvium on eastern and western side of the ridge is variable. The ridge is generally thicker (>300m) towards west covering parts of south western district. The Geological succession is given in Table-4.5. Table-4.5: Geological Succession Period Formation Description Quaternary Newer Alluvium Unconsolidated, inter-bedded lenses of sand, silt, gravel and clay confined to flood plains of Yamuna river. Older Alluvium Unconsolidated, inter-bedded, inter-fingering deposit sand, clay and kankar, moderately sorted, thickness Pre- Cambrian SOIL QUALITY Soil characteristics Alwar Quartzites variable, at places more than 300m Well stratified, thick-bedded brown to buff colour, hard and compact, intruded locally by pegmatite and quartz veins inter-bedded with mica schists The study area comprises loamy soil texture. In the portion of the study area falling in Gautam Budh Nagar district, the soil unit is mainly Orthid-Fluvents, which are characteristics of soils of arid region and recent alluvium with loamy texture and reddish brown to dark brown in colour. The soil associations of Orchrepts, having shallow black, brown and alluvial soils of Northern region is also found in this part of the study area. The soils of the pediments are loose, yellowish brown to dark yellowish brown sand to loamy sand and at places, sandy loam in lower horizons. Main soil problems are moderate water erosion and slight wind erosion, excessive drainage, single grained poor structure, low organic carbon, poor fertility status and poor underground water. Overall, the moisture regime is ustic and temperature regime is hyperthermic. According to United States Department of Agriculture (U.S.D.A) soil taxonomy, the soil of the study area belong to sandy Typic Ustipsamments and fine loamy Aquic Ustochrepts in basinal location; whereas loamy skeletal lithic Ustorthents in hills along-with rock outcrops. Soil sample was collected from one location, i.e. project site, to assess the soil condition in the project influenced area and soil analysis was carried out as per guidelines of USDA and IS: The average analysis report of soil sample is presented in Table-4.6 In order to understand the physico-chemical properties of the region, soil sample was taken for one season i.e. Feb, 2016 to April, Soil quality monitoring locations are shown in Figure-4.5. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

124 M/S NIRALA INFRATECH PVT No. GH GH-04, Sector- Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh Figure Figure-4.5: Soil Quality Monitoring Location Table-4.6:: Average Soil Analysis Result: Feb, 2016 to April, 2016 S. No Parameter ph Conductivity Moisture Content Total Alkalinity Water Holding capacity Phosphorous as P Porosity Zinc as Zn Iron as Fe Chloride as Cl Sodium as Na Potassium as K Nitrogen as N Bulk Density Organic Content Cation Exchange Capacity Sieve Analysis Sand Silt Clay Heavy Metals Unit µs/cm % by mass mg/100gm % by mass mg/kg % by mass mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg g/cm3 % by mass meq/100gm Results % by mass % by mass % by mass mg/kg

125 Lead (Pb) Copper(Cu) mg/kg Carbonates and bicarbonates % by mass Calcium mg/kg Magnesium mg/kg Soil Types The soil ranges from pure sand to stiff clays and including all combination of the two extreme litho units. The pure sand is called Bhur and clay is called Matiar. The mixture of sand and clay in equal proportion forms Dumat or loam, a good agriculture soil. Several subcategories of Dumat are possible depending upon the contents of clay and sand. The bad land patches (Kallor) which are ingested with Reh at places do not support any vegetation growth. Alluvial soils occurring in flood plain of rivers is called Kemp which yield good crops. Kankars invariably associated with clay and at times retards ground water movement. Table-4.7: Standard Soil Classification S. No. Parameters Classification 1. ph <4.5 extremely acidic very strong acidic strongly acidic moderately acidic slightly acidic Neutral slightly alkaline moderately alkaline strongly alkaline >9.0 Very strongly alkaline 2. Salinity Electrical Conductivity (mho/cm) 1 mho/cm = 640 ppm Up to 1.0 average 1-2 harmful to germination 2-3 harmful to crops 3. Nitrogen (kg/ha) Up to 50 very less less good better >300 sufficient 4. Phosphorus (kg/ha) Up to 15 very less less medium on average sufficient sufficient >80 more than sufficient 5. Potassium (kg/ha) very less less medium average better >360 more than sufficient ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

126 Observations Soil of the area is slightly alkaline with its ph value 6.2. The baseline concentrations of important parameters like nitrogen content, potassium content and phosphate etc were evaluated in the study area. The soils in the region are primarily sandy in texture Geomorphology Gautam Budh Nagar district, a part of Ganga-Yamuna Doab in the vicinity of River Yamuna, forms almost a monotonous plain with occurrence of sand dunes, sandy ridges, ravenous tracts and depressions close to the river system of Yamuna. At places, close to river ravines are developed in the form of narrow gullies on land surface due to excessive erosion by surface runoff. Ravines form bad land topography along Hindon and Bhuriya Nadi between Bisrakh and Dankaur areas and also in Jhajhar area. Lenses and beds of Kankar are seen exposed and forms mounds or pinnacles. Flood plain of river Yamuna with remnants of old meander scars, oxbow lakes and relict drainages is developed along the river in western part of the district. The terrain has gentle slope from northwest to south-east with a gradient of 0.2 m/km Seismicity Based on the tectonic features and records of earthquake, a Seismic Zoning map has been developed for the country by Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS). The area under study falls under seismic Zone-IV (refer Figure-4.6) and thereby almost stable in nature. However suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions will be adopted while designing the structures. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

127 Figure-4.6: Location of the Project Site on Seismic Zone map ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

128 Table 4.7: History of Earth Quake in NCR Region from April `1980 to March 2013 Dates Location Latitude ( N) Longitude ( E) Magnitude 21 May Nov April April 2013 J & K HP Border May 2013 J & K HP Border Mar Sep Nov Oct Jul Dec Aug Mar Feb Jun Aug May April AIR ENVIRONMENT Assessment of prevailing ambient air quality status in the vicinity of proposed project site is an important part of environmental impact assessment study. The tropical climatic conditions, especially monsoon winds prevailing in India mainly control the transport and dispersion of air pollutants during different seasons. According to the Indian climatology, for all practical purposes in air pollution studies, there are three seasons in a year, viz. winter, summer and post-monsoon. Significant changes are observed in predominant winds and weather conditions during these seasons (seasonal variation) apart from the local topographical influences, which ultimately control the air pollution impacts. The baseline studies for air environment covers reconnaissance, identification of specific air pollutants expected to have impacts from the proposed project and assessing their prevailing levels in ambient air at representative locations within the core study area (500 m) around the project site. During the construction phase of the project, the following pollutant is anticipated to emitted: PM 10, PM 2.5 from all construction activities. During the operational phase of the project, the following pollutants are anticipated to be emitted: NOx, PM 10, PM 2.5 and CO from vehicle exhaust within the project site and on the sector road adjacent to the site NOx, PM10, PM2.5, CO and SO2 from diesel generator ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

129 Table 4.8 provides potential primary sources and effects of air pollutants during the construction and operational phases of the proposed project. Table 4.9: Primary Sources & Effects of Air Pollutants due to Proposed Project Pollutant Source Adverse Effects Sulphur Dioxide (SO 2) Combustion of Sulphurcontaining fossil fuels for Construction equipment Vehicles Diesel generators Nitrogen Oxides Combustion of fossil fuels for (NOx) Construction equipment Vehicles Diesel generators PM10, PM2.5, Construction activities Combustion of fossil fuels for construction equipment, vehicles and diesel generators Carbon (CO) Monoxide Combustion of fossil fuels for Construction equipment Vehicles Diesel generators Reduced visibility Irritation of eyes Aggravation of respiratory diseases (asthma, emphysema) Aggravation of respiratory illness Reduced visibility Formation of acid rain Soiling Reduced visibility Aggravation of the effects of gaseous pollutants Increased cough and chest discomfort Reduced lung function Aggravation of respiratory and cardio-respiratory diseases Reduced visibility Deterioration of metals, textiles, leather, finishes, coatings, etc. Irritation of eyes Aggravation of respiratory diseases (asthma, emphysema) Source: South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) CEQA Air Quality Handbook Meteorological Data from Secondary Sources Temperature Meteorological conditions prevailing at a geographical area play an important role in determining its existing air quality and environmental conditions. Climate, seasons and other meteorological parameters influence and alter site-specific activities and operations. The meteorological data collected from secondary sources for the area are presented in the subsequent sections. Climatological data is used for devising baseline ambient air quality monitoring plans. Table 4.9 & Table 4.10 presents the minimum and maximum temperature profile of the region (data collected at MET Station Palam, New Delhi) for the period 1997 to 2011 from Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Lodhi Road, New Delhi. As per the data given in Table 4.8 and Table 4.9, the study area experienced averaged extreme lowest temperature 5.9 o C in the month of December, 2005 and extreme highest 42.6 o C in the month of June, 2009 respectively ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

130 Table 4.10: Averaged Minimum Temperature Profile (1997 to 2011) Met station Palam DATE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC , Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi Table 4.11: Averaged Maximum Temperature Profile (1997 to 2011) Met station Palam DATE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi Precipitation Table 4.11 shows averaged monthly rainfall during last fifteen years in Delhi.The maximum mean monthly rainfall for year 2003 is mm and occurs during July while the mean minimum monthly rainfall of 0.0 mm takes place in the month of October, November and December of ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

131 Table 4.12: Rainfall Data for Last Fifteen Years in Delhi (Palam) DATE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi Cloud Cover The historical data of cloud cover have been obtained from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Table 4.12 and Table 4.13 provide the details of cloud cover data of morning hours and evening hours of Safdarjung, New Delhi. Table 4.13: Cloud Cover Data for Last Fifteen Years of Delhi (Safdarjung), Morning Hours (8.30 IST) DATE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

132 Table 4.14: Cloud Cover Data for Last Fifteen Years of Delhi (Safdarjung), Evening Hours (17.30 IST) DATE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi Wind Speed Wind direction is reported as the direction from which the wind blows and is based on surface observations. Over the course of a year, wind usually blows in all directions with varying frequencies. Certain directions, which occur more frequently than others, are known as the prevailing wind directions. Pollutant concentrations typically decrease with increasing wind speed as a result of dispersion. However, when wind speeds are high, while there is good dispersion of gases and particles, there is more potential for re-suspending surface dusts. Wind speed near zero, indicating low turbulence and may lead to very high pollutant concentrations near the ground. Wind speed increases with height as surface friction reduces. Ground level pollutant concentration is inversely proportional to the wind speed. Hence, during the higher wind speed month, the ground level pollutant concentration would be less and vice. The wind data has been obtained from nearest IMD station for the period The Analysis of wind records during shows that the winds are generally light to moderate in this area. It can be seen that the annual mean wind speed varies from 3.9 to 9.4 Km/h. The strongest winds are observed during the months of May June i.e. Summer Season and the weakest during October November. The monthly mean values of the various meteorological parameters for the period and year wise monthly mean value from year 2000 to 2005 are presented in Table-4.14 Table-4.14: Monthly Mean Wind Speed in KMPH (Year ) Year Jan. Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

133 Statistics mean monthly wind data for the Year is shown below in Table Table-4.15: Monthly Mean Speed in KMPH (Year ) Month of year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec SUM Dominant Wind dir WNW WNW WNW WNW WNW WNW E ESE WNW WNW WNW W WNW Wind probability > = Beaufort (%) Average Wind speed (Knots) Source Wind-rose The wind rose diagrams for the Year at Hrs. (Morning) and Hrs. (Evening) is given in Figure-4.7 and Figure-4.8 respectively. Figure-4.5 shows that at 8.30 hrs. the predominant wind direction is west and Figure-4.6 shows North west to be the predominant wind direction at 7.30 hrs. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

134 Figure-4.7: Wind Rose Diagrams for 8.30 Hrs. (Morning ) for the Year Source: Indian Meteorological Data, GoI

135 Figure 4.8: Wind Rose Diagrams for Hrs. (Evening) for the Year Source: Indian Meteorological Data, GoI

136 The wind rose for the Year for day time is given in Figure-4.9, which shows wind direction during the whole year, the predominant wind direction during the day time is West North West. Source:

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138 Source: Atmospheric stability Figure-4.9: Wind Rose Diagram for Year A measure of the tendency of air to move upward or downward within the atmosphere generates turbulence. The atmosphere may be more or less turbulent at any given time, depending on the amount of incoming solar radiation as well as other factors. There are six defined Pasquill atmospheric stability classes, from A to F, each representing a different degree of turbulence in the atmosphere. When moderate to strong incoming solar radiation heats air near the ground, causing it to rise and generating large eddies, the atmosphere is considered unstable. Unstable conditions are associated with atmospheric stability classes A, B and C. In this stability class air has strong tendency to move up or down, and the atmosphere is more turbulent. When solar radiation is relatively weak or absent, air near the surface has reduced tendency to rise and less turbulence develops. In this case, the atmosphere is considered stable, the wind is weak, and the stability class would be E or F. Stability classes D represents conditions of neutral stability (moderately turbulent). Neutral conditions are associated with relatively strong wind speeds and moderate solar radiation. The frequency of stability classes during the study period is provided in Table-4.16.

139 Table-4.16: Frequency of Stability Classes Stability Class Frequency (%) A Extremely Unstable 5.5 B Unstable 23.6 C Slightly Unstable 12.9 D Neutral 9.0 E Slightly Stable 15.1 F Stable 33.9 This data indicates that over the monitoring period, the site exhibits trends of stable atmospheric conditions with 33.9% time during monitoring period. Stable conditions exhibit poor vertical mixing, and low levels of contaminant dispersion. Use of this stability data for modeling purposes will produce higher concentrations of pollutants at a given receptor (i.e. more conservative results) Mixing height Mixing Height (MH) is the vertical extent through which the contaminant plume can be mixed. Forecasting of mixing height is done with the aid of the vertical temperature profile. The MH is a function of stability. In unstable air the MH is higher and in stable air the MH is lower. With a lower MH, there is a smaller volume of air in which the pollutant can be dispersed, resulting in higher concentrations in the ambient environment. There is a seasonal variation of MH. During summer daylight hours, MH can be few thousand feet whereas for winter it can be a few hundred feet. It varies also in the course of a day. It is lowest at night and increases during the day. Secondary information has been used to determine the mixing height over the study region for the study period (March, 2016 to May, 2016) and it varies from meters (IMD) Averaged Meteorological Data The meteorology of the area plays an important role in the air quality surveillance programmes. The micrometeorological parameters regulate the transport and diffusion of pollutants into the atmosphere. The Meteorological study has been carried at the project site for one season i.e. Feb 1, 2016 to April 30, The measurements of wind speed and direction, temperature, humidity and rainfall are important parameters used in the study of air quality monitoring results and to further understand the chemical reactions that occur in the atmosphere. Meteorological monitoring is used to predict air pollution events such as inversions, high pollutant concentration days Windrows Wind speed and wind direction data recorded during the study period (Feb, 2016 to April, 2016) is useful in identifying the influence of meteorology on the air quality of the area. Based on the collected meteorological data, relative percentage frequencies of different wind directions are calculated and plotted as wind roses of eight directions viz., N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW for eight hourly and twenty four hour duration respectively. Maximum and minimum temperatures including percentage relative humidity were recorded simultaneously. A windrose has been plotted for average of 24 hours for 3 successive months that shows the predominant wind direction and has been presented in Figure ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

140 Figure-4.10: Windrows of the project site ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

141 Wind direction is North West Wind speed was in the range of m s -1. During the construction and operation phase of proposed project, air pollution causing agents can be vehicular movement and occasional use of DG sets. Stacks for DG sets will be provided with proper height as per CPCB Guidelines and emissions from DG sets will meet the stipulated norms as per NAAQS Ambient Air Quality The prime objective of collecting baseline air quality data is to assess the ambient air quality of the project influenced area. Ambient air quality monitoring locations were selected based on the representation of population, material and ecosystem exposure monitoring for the pollutants emitted from the project and the compliance monitoring for compliance of National Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Standards. The baseline study of air quality within the project-influenced area of 10 km has been carried out by selecting the monitoring locations based on the following criteria: Meteorological condition on a synoptic scale Topography of the project influenced area Representation of the regional background levels Representation of the site Influence of the existing sources Major human settlement in the project influenced area Ambient air quality monitoring (24 hrs average result for monitoring period) has been carried out during one season i.e. February 2016 to April 2016 at 5 locations - Project Site, Patwari, Khairpur Gurjar, Sainik Vihar and Sorkha. The parameters for air quality were selected as per the stipulated National Ambient Air Quality standards, MoEF and these were Particulate Matter less than 2.5 µg/m3 (PM2.5), Particulate Matter less than 10 µg/m3 (PM10), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Pb etc. were monitored and average results are as tabulated in Table Map showing the ambient air quality monitoring locations is shown in Figure S. No. Location Distance & Direction Coordinate AQ1 Project Site N, E AQ2 Patwari 1.31 KM E N, E AQ3 Khairpur Gurjar 2.98 KM SE N, E AQ4 Sainik Vihar 2.82 KM NW N, E AQ5 Sorkha 3.23 KM W N, E ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

142 Figure-4.11: Ambient Air monitoring locations ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

143 Table-4.17: Average Results of Ambient Air Quality Location PM10 (ug/m3) PM 2.5 (ug/m3) SO2 (ug/m3) NO2 (ug/m3) CO (mg/m3) Project Site Patwari Khairpur Gurjar Sainik Vihar Sorkha Source:IR&DH Project Site Patwari Khairpur Gurjar Sainik Vihar Sorkha 0 PM10 (ug/m3) PM 2.5 (ug/m3) SO2 (ug/m3) NO2 (ug/m3) CO (mg/m3) Figure-4.12: Ambient Air Quality Results in the Study Area Observations It is observed that PM 10 and PM 2.5 exceed at all five locations. All other parameters are found within the NAAQS limits as specified by CPCB. With respect to the PM 10 and PM 2.5 the general quality of ambient air is found to exceed the NAAQS limiting values. All other parameters like SO2, NO2 and CO were found well within the limit Water Environment Water environment consists of water resources such as ground water, ponds, streams, rivers etc. Water quality assessment is one of the essential components of EIA study. Such assessment helps in evaluating the existing health of water body and suggesting appropriate mitigation measures to minimize the potential impact from development projects. Water quality of ground water has been studied in order to assess proposed water-uses in construction, drinking, cooling and horticulture purpose. During the survey samples of water within the periphery of 10 km. radius were analyzed.

144 Water Quality In order to assess the existing water quality, ground and surface water samples were collected from project site and analyzed as per standard methods for examination of water and wastewater published by American Public Health Association/ American Water Works Association and the Bureau of Indian Standards (APHA/ AWWA & BIS) and compared with permitted desirable standards set by BIS (IS 10500: 1991). The surface and ground water monitoring locations have been shown in Figure The important ground & surface water parameters were analyzed for one season i.e. Feb, 2016 to April, 2016 and the average results are produced in Table-4.18, Table-4.19 and Table ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

145 Figure-4.13: Water Quality Monitoring Locations ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

146 S. No. Location Distance & Direction Coordinate GW Project Site N, E S. No. Location Distance & Direction Coordinate SW Hindon River (Sainik Vihar) 2.30 km NW N, E Table-4.18: Average Ground Water Quality Monitoring Results (Project Site) Feb, 2016 to April, 2016 S. No. Parameter Unit Results 1. ph Turbidity NTU < Total Dissolved Solids mg/l Barium (as Ba) mg/l ND 5. Boron (as B) mg/l ND 6. Calcium (as Ca) mg/l Chloride (as Cl) mg/l Copper (as Cu) mg/l ND 9. Fluoride (F) mg/l ND 10. Free Residual Chlorine mg/l ND 11. Iron (as Fe) mg/l ND 12. Magnesium (as Mg) mg/l Manganese (as Mn) mg/l ND 14. Oil & Grease mg/l ND 15. Nitrate (as NO 3 ) mg/l ND 16. Phenolic Compounds mg/l ND 17. Sulphate (as SO 4 ) mg/l Total Alkalinity( as CaCO 3 ) mg/l Total Hardness( as CaCO 3 ) mg/l Zinc (as Zn) mg/l ND 21. Arsenic (as As) mg/l ND 22. Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l ND 23. Chromium( as Cr) mg/l ND 24. Lead (as Pb) mg/l ND 25. Mercury(as Hg) mg/l ND 26. Nickel mg/l ND Note: BDL-below Detection limits Source:IR&DH ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

147 Table-4.19: Average Surface Water Quality Monitoring Results Feb, 2016 to April, 2016 S. No. Parameter Unit Results 1. ph Taste - ND 3. Electrical Conducitvity µs/cm Total Dissolved Solids mg/l Aluminium (as Al) mg/l ND 6. Ammonia (as total-n) mg/l ND 7. Anionic Detergents (as MBAS) mg/l ND 8. Barium (as Ba) mg/l ND 9. Boron (as B) mg/l ND 10. Calcium (as Ca) mg/l Chloride (as Cl) mg/l Copper (as Cu) mg/l ND 13. Fluoride (F) mg/l Free Residual Chlorine mg/l ND 15. Iron (as Fe) mg/l ND 16. Magnesium (as Mg) mg/l Manganese (as Mn) mg/l ND 18. Oil & Grease mg/l ND 19. Nitrate (as NO3) mg/l Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l Total Alkalinity( as CaCO3) mg/l Total Hardness( as CaCO3) mg/l Zinc (as Zn) mg/l Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD3 at 270C) mg/l Chemical Oxygen Demand (as COD) mg/l Sodium mg/l Potassium mg/l Arsenic (as As) mg/l ND ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

148 29. Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l ND 30. Chromium( as Cr) mg/l ND 31. Lead (as Pb) mg/l ND 32. Mercury(as Hg) mg/l ND 33. Nickel mg/l ND Note: BDL-below Detection limits Source:IR&DH Observations From the above tables, it is observed that the ph of the groundwater is 7.15 and is found within the permissible limit. All physical, chemical and biological parameters are found within the permissible limits. So, ground water quality is good Noise Environment The noise level prevailing at a particular location in the outdoor environment is contributed by all kinds of sources at various distances around that location. Continuous, temporal and spatial variations occur in ambient noise levels depending on the type of surrounding activities. The impact of noise on the health of individual depends on physical dose of noise viz. noise level, frequency, intermittency etc. and human factors viz. sex, age, health status, type of activity, occupational exposure etc. The intensity also depends on psychological and physiological state of individuals. The impact due to noise does undergo seasonal variations except some directional changes depending upon the predominant wind direction. Noise levels have been measured for five locations. The baseline study of noise levels in the study area of 10 km has been carried out by selecting the noise monitoring locations based on the following criteria: Source of noise Proximity of the noise generating source to the human settlements Exposure time Time-scaled dose response ratio of individual receptor Table-4.21 provides primary sources and effects of Noise Pollution at site during the construction and operation phases. Table-4.21: Primary Effects of Noise Pollution from Construction & Operation Activities of the Site Pollutant Source Primary Effects Noise Construction activities Transport Human activities Annoyance Interference with communication NIHL Interference with sleep Aural pain, nausea & reduced muscular control Performance effects ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

149 Pollutant Source Primary Effects Effects on social behavior Noise Quality Source: Unwanted noise and unpleasant sounds are generally classified as noise pollution. Normally a person begins to identify sounds when a level of 10 to 15 db is reached. The other end of the scale is known as the threshold of pain (140 db), or the point at which the average person experiences pain. Noise is generally measured in frequency-weighted scales and noise quality measurements are generally represent in the A level and reported as db (A). Methodology of Background Noise Quality Monitoring A site specific background noise quality monitoring program was conducted for the existing project site. The basic considerations for designing noise quality surveillance programme include: Vehicle Movement Within the Impact Zone Activities in surrounding villages / settlements/nearby areas Ecologically Sensitive Locations Based on the above mentioned criteria, noise monitoring was conducted at 5 locations within the impact zone. Sound Pressure Level (SPL) measurements were automatically recorded to give the noise level for every hour, continuously for 24 hours in a day. Accordingly one full day (i.e. 24 hourly values) of data was collected at each of the locations. The standards of equivalent noise levels viz. L eq-day and L eq-night, have been prescribed by the CPCB as given in Table Table-4.22: Ambient Noise Standards as per CPCB Area Code Category of Area/ Zone Limits in db(a) Leq* Day Time Night Time (A) Industrial area (B) Commercial area (C) Residential area (D) Silence Zone Day time shall mean from 6.00 a.m. to p.m. 2. Night-time shall mean from p.m. to 6.00 a.m. 3. Silence zone is defined as an area comprising not less than 100 m around hospitals, educational institutions and courts. The silence zones are zones, which are declared as such by the competent authority. Noise levels were calculated using the following equation: n Li = Where Li = levels eq 10 L, T 10log 1/ n 10 observed at n equally spaced times i= 1 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

150 during interval T Sources of Noise Emissions Surrounding the Site The major source of noise in the site surrounding area is the vehicular movement along Southern peripheral road and construction activities in the vicinity of the site. The impacts from these sources are expected to be captured in the levels of noise measured in the site-specific background noise monitoring study Noise Level in the Project Influence Area The hourly noise levels were recorded for one season i.e. Feb, 2016 to April, Baseline monitoring of noise was carried out at five selected monitoring locations for 24 hours considering two days in each month. The monitoring average results have been summarized in the Table Map showing the noise quality monitoring locations is shown in Figure ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

151 Figure-4.14 : Noise Monitoring Locations ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

152 S. No. Location Distance & Direction Coordinate NQ1 Project Site N, E NQ2 Patwari 1.31 KM E N, E NQ3 Khairpur Gurjar 2.98 KM SE N, E NQ4 Sainik Vihar 2.82 KM NW N, E NQ5 Sorkha 3.23 KM W N, E Table-4.23: Noise Monitoring Results Location Details L day (dba) (6:00 am - 10:00 pm) L night (dba) (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) Project Site Patwari Khairpur Gurjar Sainik Vihar Sorkha Ambient Noise Quality Standards (Residential Area) Source:IR&DH Lday (dba) (6:00 am - 10:00 pm) Lnight (dba) (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) Figure-4.15: Noise Level of the Study Area

153 Observations The noise level at the project site is within the permissible limits during day and night times at all locations as specified by CPCB Ecological Environment Flora Fauna The common trees found in the region are Kikar or Babul (Acacia nilotica), Khair (Acacia catechu), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Barh or Banyan (Ficus indicus), Pipal or Bo Tree (Ficus religiosa). Fruit trees like Aam or Mango (Mangifera indica), Amrood or Guava (Psidium guajava), Shahtoot or mulberry (Morus alba atropurpurea), Jamun or Java Plum (Syzygium cumini), Imli or Tamarind (Tamarindus indica), Ber or Indian Jujube (Zizyphus mauritiana) are also found. Some important timber trees are also present like Shisham or Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia sissoo), Sagwan or Teak (Tectona grandis) eucalyptus, pine and poplar. Other species include Mitha Jal or Pillu (Salvadora indica), Khara Jal or Pillu (Salvador persica), Semul, Khejri (Prosopis cineraria), Lasura or Lehswa (Cordia dichotoma), Amla, and Dhak (Butea frondosa). Some small tree species: Careya arboreal, Holarrhena antidysenterica, Mallotus philippinensis, Murraya exotica, Randia dumetorum, Wrightia tomentosa, Zizyphus mauritiana etc. Species of Shrubs: the commonly occurring shrub species are Adhatoda sp., Callicarpa macrophylla, Carissa opaca, Clerodendron viscosum, Colebrookia oppositifolia, Euphorbia royleana, Ixora sp., Murraya sp., Woodfordia sp. Zizyphus sp. etc. Species of Climbers and Grasses: Acacia pinnata, Arundo donex, Bauhinia vahlii, Caesalpinia sepiaria, Cenchrus setigerus, Chrysopogon sp., Clematis gouriana, Cymbopogon martini, Oendrocalamus strictus, Oesmostachya bipifinata, Oioscorea belophylla, Erianthus munja, Heteropogon contortus, Eulolopsis binanta, Ichnocarpus sp., Milletia ovaldolia, Mimosa himalayan, Pueraria tuberosa, Saccharum spontaneum, Smilex sp., Vallaris solanacea, Vetiveria zizanioides etc. Ferns Species: Adiantum lunulatum. Adiantum caudatum, Adiantum cappilisveneris, Athyrium spo, Oryopteris sp., Ophioglossum, Salvia, Azolla, Nephrolepsis, Oyptris, Amphilopteres etc. Mammals Primates are represented by the common monkey (Rhesus macaque) and the common Langur (Presbytis entellus). The carnivores found in the region are Jungle cat (Felis chaus), the common mongoose (Herpestes edwardsi), Geedar or Jackal (Canis aureus) and the Indian fox. The region also has deer like the Barking deer (Muntiacus muntjak), Sambar (Cervus unicolor), Chital (Axis axis) and antelopes like Neelgai (Blue Bull) and Black Buck. The gray musk shrew or chachunder (Suncus murinus) and two species of bats, the common yellow bat and the Tickell's bat are usually seen. The Gilheri or five stripped palm squirrel (Funambulus palmarum), Seh or Indian porcupine (Hystrix indica), the Indian gerbil, the common ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

154 house rat (Rattus rattus) and the common house mouse are the common rodents found. Sassa, the Indian hare (Lepus nigricollis) is also found. Birds Game Birds: Various types of ducks and geese such as Graylag Goose, Bar-headed Goose, Brahminy Duck, Northern Pintail, Common Shelduck, Mallard, Gadwall, Eurasian Wigeon, Blue winged Teal, Shoveller, Common Pochard, Ferruginous Duck and Tufted Duck can be seen at the Ghaggar an tanks during winter. Some other ducks such as Comb Duck, Common Teal, Spot-billed Duck, Tree duck are found throughout the year at suitable habitat. Dabchick is also a residential bird. Other Game Birds like Grey Francolin (Teetar), Black Francolin (Kala Teetar) and quails are also common. Sand grouse has been noted as a resident (Indian Sand grouse) as well as visitor birds. Common Green Pigeon (Hariyal) is found in vicinity of villages chiefly on Ficus trees and Blue Rock Pigeon occurs in almost all the villages. Oriental Turtle Dove is a winter visitor whereas some other Doves are generally found in cultivated fields. Scavenger and Predator Birds: Common Pariah Kite, Brahminy Kite, White backed Vulture, King Vulture, Tawny Eagle, Greater Spotted Eagle, White Eyed Buzzard Eagle, House Crow and Jungle Crow etc., feed on dead animals. Predators like Black-winged Kite, Shikra, Lagger Falcon, Shahin Falcon, Merlin and Kestrel are residential birds of the state. Others like Booted Eagle, Eastern Steppe Eagle and Pale Harrier etc visit the state in winter. These along with Spotted Owlet and Eagle owl keep a check on the population of rodent pests and various insect pests. Colorful Birds: The common colorful birds such as Indian Roller (Neelkanth), Northern Green Barbet, Coppersmith Barbet, Northern Golden backed Woodpecker, Eurasian Golden Oriole, Alexandrine Parakeet, Rose-ringed Parakeet, Pied Crested Cuckoo, Koel, Kingfisher such as Common Kingfisher, White breasted Kingfisher, Indian Pied Kingfisher, Red vented Bulbul, Lal Munia (Red Avadat), Purple sunbird, Indian Spotted Munia and Crested Bunting etc., along with National Bird of India, the Blue Peafowl, add beauty to the varied wildlife of the state. Besides, some other birds like White Storks, storks, cranes, White Ibis, Egrets and Lapwings are also found. Reptiles (a)snakes: The poisonous snakes like common Indian Krait, Russell's Viper, Phoosra and other snakes like Blind Snake, John's sand boa, rat snake and sand snake are found. Lizards: The common lizards can be seen in the houses. Kirla or girgit is found in the lawns and hedges and attracts the attention by changing its colors. Sanda is found in sandy areas. Besides, a few other types of lizards are found in bushes and areas of thick vegetation. (b) Amphibians Common frogs found are Indian Bull Frog, Indian Cricket Frog, Indian Burrowing Frog and common Toad. Amphibians are primarily limited to marshy land due to reproductive habit. The ecology of the study area is not very rich in diversity or high in endemism which may be primarily accounted for the scattered distribution of poor quality and quantity of fodder. The major mammalian fauna of the project influenced area involve common langoor, Rhesus macaques (Macaqua mulata), mongoose (Herpestris edwardii) etc. Avifauna is primarily represented by Common crow (Corvus splendens), House sparrow (Passer domesticus), blue rock pigeon ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

155 (Columba livia), Rose ring paraqeet (Pitecula cramerii), spotted doves (Streptopelia chinensis) and finches. Common peacock (Pavo cristatus), are known to be present in the area. Small reptiles; primarily squamates like lizards, chameleons, poisonous & non-poisonous snakes are also found in the study area. No endangered or endemic species (as notified in IUCN Red Data Book) are located within the study area. No migratory birds breed in the study area. No Tiger reserve/ elephant reserve / turtle breeding place is located within 25 km radius of the study area Socio Economic Development & Its Impacts Socio economic impact assessment provides necessary help to get an idea of change in social, economic and cultural status of study area. Baseline data for Occupation Status and Health amenities existing in the study area has been collected by personal interaction/ secondary sources such as census/ statistics data etc. with the villagers in the study area and are given in the following subsections. Any development activity like group housing/ township project generally has positive impact on the socio-economic profile of the study area. As part of the project there shall be direct and indirect employment opportunities. This project mainly affects the population in the nearby areas and will have positive influence as it will provide employment to the people Demographic Profile of District Total population of the area is 6,37,272 as per 2011 Census of India. Percentage of literate population in the area is 74%. Details of Socio Economic census Data are presented in Table Table-4.24: Population Detail Population Persons Males Females Total 637, , ,875 In the age group 0-6 years 85,699 45,967 39,732 Scheduled Castes (SC) 42,505 23,093 19,412 Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1, Literates 477, , ,917 Illiterate 160,000 73,042 86,958 Total Worker 245, ,705 52,803 Main Worker 213, ,989 40,993 Main Worker - Cultivator 4,097 3, Main Worker - Agricultural Labourers 3,869 3, Main Worker - Household Industries 9,208 7,086 2,122 Main Worker - Other 196, ,360 37,448 Marginal Worker 31,526 19,716 11,810 Marginal Worker - Cultivator 1, Marginal Worker - Agriculture Labourers 1, Marginal Worker - Household Industries 1, ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

156 Population Persons Males Females Marginal Workers - Other 27,390 17,184 10,206 Marginal Worker (3-6 Months) 28,469 17,657 10,812 Marginal Worker - Cultivator (3-6 Months) Marginal Worker - Agriculture Labourers (3-6Months) 1, Marginal Worker - Household Industries (3-6 Months) 1, Marginal Worker - Other (3-6 Months) 24,900 15,488 9,412 Marginal Worker (0-3 Months) 3,057 2, Marginal Worker - Cultivator (0-3 Months) Marginal Worker - Agriculture Labourers (0-3Months) Marginal Worker - Household Industries (0-3 Months) Marginal Worker - Other Workers (0-3 Months) 2,490 1, Non Worker 391, , ,072 During the last decade, there has been a substantial growth of commercial activities and setting up of corporate sector activities in Noida development area. There is less costly land and availability of more commercial space in Noida. Apart from increased commercial activities, industrial growth has been encouraged by the State government, such as manufacturing industries in the automobile sector, non-polluting industries like garments, electronics etc. A large-scale development of residential complexes has also come up in this area. In order to avoid travelling long distances, many of the middle and junior level officials have found a cheaper option of staying in the newly developed multi-storied private housing complexes either as tenant or as owner Amenities Schools the study area has adequate facility of education; there are several primary and secondary schools located in the area. The educational facilities are provided in stages i.e. junior basic school, senior basic school, higher secondary school, degree colleges, I.T.I, Polytechnic. Preprimary and primary educations are mainly the responsibility of the local bodies. Middle, secondary and senior secondary education is primarily looked after by Directorate of Education, Government of U.P. The Govt. of U.P. has decided to establish a Gautam Budha Nagar University in the near future. Some of the well known schools functional in Noida are Delhi Public School, Sumerville, Apeejay School, Cambridge School, Vishwa Bharti School, Central School and various reputed institutions. Tele-Communication Telecommunication facility in the study area is adequate; electronic telephone exchange is working in the study area, and mobile facility is also available. Greater Noida is connected with one of the best telecommunication networks in India. Under the Ghaziabad Telecom District network, Greater Noida is directly accessible with Delhi network through 91 exchanges. All the exchanges in Greater Noida are electronic and are connected with digital and optical fibre ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

157 based telecommunication facilities. Presently, there are 7 telephone exchanges functioning in Noida with a total capacity of 75,000 lines against the demand of 63,000 lines. This clearly indicates that there is no waiting list in Greater Noida. It is proposed to install 6 more exchanges with additional capacity of 1, 47,000 lines in the next five years. Post-Office Postal cum telegraph facility is also available. Post office facility is available at town. Banks The study area is having branches and ATMs of all major nationalized as well as privatized banks. In addition to leading international banks, almost all nationalised and private sector banks have branches in Noida, many with ATM centres. Financial institutions like UPFC and PICUP are equally well represented, as is the insurance sector with every nationalised company operating a branch here. Hospital The Health & Family Welfare Department of Govt. of U.P. caters to health needs of this region and also has to share the burden of migratory as well as floating population from neighbouring states. Medical facilities abound with multi-speciality hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care centres all over Noida. Catering to the citizens' health needs are: Fortis Super-Speciality Hospital, Max Hospital, Kailash Hospital, Metro Heart Institute, Noida Medicare, Vinayak Hospital, Sumitra Hospital, Prakash Hospital,Bharadwaj Hospital, Pryag Hospital, the ESI hospital etc., CGHS dispensary and various ayurvedic and homoeopathic clinics. Even the Dharamshila Cancer Hospital, Delhi, is within the reach of people. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

158 5.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES 5.1 Pollution Sources Pollutants generated during the construction and operation phase of the proposed development either be liquid, solid and gaseous in nature. The generation of pollution may be periodic, continuous or accidental. Potential sources of pollutants and their characteristics during the construction and operation phase are given below in Table-5.1. Table-5.1: Potential Pollutant Sources & Characteristics S.No Activity / Area Pollutant Pollutant Characteristics Frequency CONSTRUCTION PHASE 1. Ground Air emissions: Dust from construction Temporary during excavation and PM 10, PM 2.5 CO, activities and excavation. construction phase leveling NOx, SO2 Particulates, NOx and CO only- bulk of the from vehicle exhaust emissions are expected from ground working and Earth / solid waste Solid waste from construction activity and excavation. Noise Noise generated from construction equipment and machinery 2. Labour Camps Sewage Sewage generated from temporary labour camps on site OPERATION PHASE 1. Vehicular movement 2. Diesel power generators 3. Commercial/Ind ustrial/residenti al 4. Project area including Solid Waste Solid Waste generated from temporary labour camps on site leveling activities. Periodic. Temporary during initial construction phase. Temporary during the initial construction phase Temporary during the initial construction phase Air emissions and Vehicle exhaust emissions Continuous / noise Periodic Air emissions SO 2, NOx, PM, CO from Continuous fuel burning Noise Noise due to running of Continuous equipment Hazardous waste Used Oil Generation Periodic, during oil changes Wastewater Wastewater containing Continuous waste food matter Domestic Solid Garbage / Food waste Continuous waste Sewage Domestic wastewater Continuous BOD, S.S, Pathogens ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

159 S.No Activity / Area Pollutant Pollutant Characteristics Frequency Domestic Solid Bio-degradable and nonbiodegradable Continuous small Wastes wastes quantities 5. Raw water Wastewater Backwash water discharge Continuous treatment Solid waste Sludge from coagulation process Continuous 6. Sewage Solid waste Settled and stabilized Continuous treatment Plant sludge Treated water Treated sewage used for Continuous horticulture 7. Diesel Storage Solid waste Settled sludge during tank cleaning Occasional Oil Oil spillage Accidental Accidental / Only large spills due to pipe due to poor rupture housekeeping Oil Spillage - Small quantities due to small pipe leaks 8. Maintenance/ Wastewater Floor washing Continuous housekeeping Solid waste Used equipment parts and garden wastes Continuous 9. Vehicle Parking Oil Spills Minor oil leaks in parking Continuous small Area 10. Storm water drains 5.2 Potential Impacts lot Wastewater Contamination discharge from site Mainly suspended solids All the potentially significant environmental impacts from the project are grouped as below: Air Environment Impact on ambient air quality Impact on ambient noise Water Environment Impacts on surface water quality Impact on ground water quantity Land Environment Impacts on land use Impacts on soil fertility Impacts on agriculture Ecological Impacts Impact of tree / vegetation Impacts on forests and wildlife quantities During rainy season ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

160 Socio-Economic Impacts Impacts on other infrastructure Impacts on employment Impacts on public health and safety Impacts on cultural resources Impacts on aesthetics Table-5.2 gives the overview of the potential impacts due to project location, construction and operation of the proposed project. Table-5.2: Overview of Potential Impacts due to the Proposed Project S. No Components Aspect Potential Impact CONSTRUCTION PHASE Dust emissions from site 1. Ambient Air preparation, excavation, material Quality handling and other construction activities at site. Short term 2. Noise Noise generated from construction activities, operation of construction equipment and traffic. 3. Water quality Surface runoff from project site Oil/fuel and waste spills. Improper debris disposal Discharge of sewage from labour camp. 4. Landuse and Land development Aesthetics 5. Topography & Site development Geology 6. Soil Construction activity leading to topsoil removal and erosion. 7. Ecology Habitat disturbance during Flora & Fauna construction activity 8. Socio-economy Increased job opportunity for locals. Economy related to commercial real estate development, material supply etc. expected to boom. Minor negative impact inside the premises. No negative impact outside PCM site. Minor negative impact near noise generation sources inside premises. No significant impact on ambient noise levels at sensitive receptors. Short term No significant negative impact. Short term Minor positive impact No Significant Impacts Minor negative impact Minor negative impact Short term Overall positive impact 9. Traffic Pattern Haul Truck movement and Minor negative impact possibility of traffic congestion. OPERATION PHASE Ambient Air Particulate and gaseous emissions 1 Minor Negative impact Quality from DG sets and vehicle movement ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

161 S. No 2 Noise Components Aspect Potential Impact Noise from vehicle movement and operation of diesel generator sets during power failure. 3 Water Quality Oil/ fuel and waste spills. Discharge of sewage. Discharge of contaminated storm water 4 Water usage Use of over 891 KLD water at peak demand (fresh water demand 652 KLD) 5 Soil Storage and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes Discharge of sewage Fuel and material spills Pesticides use 6 Ecology Flora & Fauna Land use change Discharge of wastewater to surface water bodies 7 Socio-economy Increased job opportunity in the proposed project for the locals. 8 Traffic Pattern The proposed project is likely to add significantly to the predicted traffic during peak hours. As per provision a total number of 2484 ECS would be added 5.3 Impacts Due to Project Location Displacement of People Minor negative impact inside premises. No significant impact at sensitive receptors. No significant adverse impact Minor negative impact No negative impact No negative impact Overall positive impact Moderate Negative Impact Since, the project and its associated activities are limited to acquired and approved area of sq m( for phase II) and is free from encroachment, and ready for development of project in all respect, hence no displacement of any person is anticipated. Hence there is no rehabilitation and resettlement related issues are involved. The site falls under residential use. No portion of the site comes under forest/ reserve forest or agricultural land. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

162 5.3.2 Change of Land use The development in the entire project influenced area is as per the approved Greater Noida Master Plan, hence there will be no change in designated land use. Land use change from barren land to residential purpose is directly associated with positive developments in human use environment and may be considered as a positive impact. The plot of project will be developed as per the local building by-laws. Land use of the proposed project site is as per the Figure-5.1. Figure-5.1: Land use of the Proposed Project Landscaping and Shelterbelt Development The proposed site is earmarked for development of group housing project. The site has no trees. Under landscaping and tree plantation at sq m has been provided for development of green area Shifting of Utilities The proposed site is a vacant land proposed for development of Expansion of group housing project; there shall not be any shifting of existing utilities such as water supply pipelines, sewers, electrical lines, etc. due to the proposed expansion.

163 5.3.5 Impact on Archaeological Property There are no anthropological or archaeological sites or artefacts located near the project site. Since all the activities related to project during construction or operational stage shall be confined to the designated site, and the nature and magnitude of the activities is envisaged to be temporary and insignificant, hence no major or long term impact to any archaeological property is anticipated. 5.4 Impact Due To Project Construction Pressure on Local Infrastructure During the construction stage, demand for basic amenities, such as water, power etc., for the construction labour will take place. Thus, the proposed project is supposed to have beneficial impacts along with the requirement of construction activities, put pressure on the existing infrastructure. Considering the nature of the project, impact shall be short term and low in magnitude and are limited to construction phase only Denudation & Contamination of Soil The major problem associated with the construction project is the excavation of soil. Quantities of earthwork involved in cutting, filling, etc. construction activity are approx cum. The soil will be collected separately and preserved in stacks with side slopes not exceeding 1:5. The topsoil (soil on the top 20 cm patch) will be preserved separately in a stack covered by tarpaulin. Efforts will be made to reinstate the soil for backfilling purposes. Topsoil will be reused for horticultural areas. The spillage of oil from the machinery or cement residue from concrete mixer plants might contaminate the soil if not properly collected and disposed off. Thus most stringent safety and construction management norm will be implemented at site Impact on Water Quality Following are the most susceptible locations for contamination of water during construction: Waterlogged areas during the period of construction and erosion - Landfill material may increase the turbidity of the water logged area and thereby may invite vector of disease. Ground water resources close to construction material storage yard, concrete mixer plants and maintenance sites of construction vehicles; and Leakage of lubricant or spill may cause water pollution of surface and ground water body. No bore-well exists within the site and within the vicinity of project site no designated perennial water body are present. Since all construction related activities will be confined to the enclosed construction area, no major impacts on the water bodies present in project influenced area are anticipated. Whatever impact due to accidental spills or due to bad construction practice, will be short term and low in magnitude and confined to the construction period only. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

164 Construction & development of site Development of the proposed site could lead to stockpiling and excavation activity on site, thereby causing erosion of base soil. The runoff from the site may contain high quantity of suspended solids (SS). The impact of runoff may not be very significant except during rainy season. Further construction of garland drains will reduce the runoff from the stockpiles. Bored piling may be carried out for building structures. Bore piling, if used, requires the use of chemical lubricants, which generates a wastewater stream requiring treatment before discharge. Site workshop The repair and maintenance of equipments/ vehicles on site would generate waste containing oil and grease. The wastewater stream would also be generated from vehicle washing. The impact can be mitigated to a great extent by installing oil and grease traps during construction phase. Construction of roads & parking areas The impact from the road construction depends on both the construction practices and the type of material used. Construction waste of electrical installation, DG sets, painting and flooring is likely to create significant impact. This type of waste would be stock piled and disposed properly. Labour Colony During construction phase, waste water shall be generated from labour colony. High levels of BOD, SS, Nitrogen and E. Coli would characterize wastewater generated. Significant water quality impact will occur. The sewage will be disposed either through septic tank followed by soak pit or through mobile toilets Impact on Air Quality Potential impacts on the air quality during the construction stage will be due to the fugitive dust and the exhaust gases generated in and around the construction site due to vehicular movement and DG set operations. Dust is major component of air pollution, generated mainly from the following construction activities: Site clearance and use of heavy vehicles and machinery / equipment etc. at construction site; Storage & Handling of construction materials such as sand, cement, etc. at the construction site; Other gaseous emissions during construction resulting from operating of construction vehicles, plant, equipment, and DG set. The impacts will be short term and limited in nature. Proper site selection, appropriate location of plant and machinery and their regular maintenance shall minimize such impacts. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

165 5.4.5 Noise Pollution Noise is perceived as one of the most undesirable consequences of construction activity. Though the level of discomfort caused by noise is subjective, the most commonly reported impacts of increased noise levels are interference in verbal communication and disturbance in sleep. Due to the various construction activities, there will be short-term adverse noise impacts in the immediate vicinity of the project corridor. The construction activities include: Operation of DG sets, concreting and mixing Excavation for foundations with excavator (if used); Construction plant and heavy vehicle movement. Piling and hammering activities The areas affected are those close to the project site. At the peak of construction, marginal increase in the noise level is expected to occur. Table-5.3: Typical Noise Levels from Construction Equipment Description Typical Noise Level Range, db Reference Distance, m (A) Front loaders Backhoes Tractors Scrapers, Graders Pavers Trucks (>1200 cc) Concrete mixers Concrete pumps Crane (moveable) Crane (derrick) Pumps Compressors Overall, the impact of noise on the environment will be insignificant, reversible and mainly confined to the day hours. Noisy construction activities will be carried during the day time only and this will effective reduce the night time ambient noise level. As per best practice all the noise generating activities shall be undertaken during day hours and enclosure shall be provided wherever applicable to further minimize noise pollution. These impacts will be short term during construction phase, with provision of proper enclosures for high noise generation sources and use of proper personal protective devices i.e. ear plug and ear muff will marginalize the impact. Mathematical modeling is carried out for 4 DG sets (1X X1010 KVA). These DG sets are assumed to be operating for six hours in day during peak loads i.e. three hours in morning and three hours in evening. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

166 5.4.6 Traffic Congestion/ Increase Parking Provisions: Parking for 2484 ECS will be provided. Adequate parking space is provided within the project site on surface, stilt and in basements. Internal Road: Adequate parking space is provided within the project site in basements, stilt and surface. All sub road will be 9 m wide Width of the Entry & Exit road will be from the 45 m wide road Public health and safety measures to be adopted during construction Construction related activities will be confined only to project site area, hence no health related impact are envisaged within the project influenced area during the construction stage and will be limited to occupant levels. At the project site about 400 workers shall be engaged in the construction activities, direct exposure to dust generation and high noise generation sources likely to cause occupant health related impact such as asthma, bronchitis and noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) etc. on the construction workers. In order to offset such effects the following measures will be adopted. Layout of Construction Camp A conceptual layout of a typical construction site has been presented in Figure-5.2. The contractor during the progress of work will provide, erect and maintain necessary (temporary) living accommodation and ancillary facilities for worker upto a certain standard and scale as approved by the engineer. All temporary accommodation must be constructed and maintained in such a manner that uncontaminated water is available for drinking, cooking and washing. Safe drinking water should be provided to the dwellers of the construction camps. Adequate washing and bathing places shall be provided, and kept in clean and drained condition. Construction camps are to be sited away from vulnerable people and adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Sanitation Facilities Construction camps shall be provided with adequate number of sanitary latrines and urinals. Sewerage drains should be provided for the flow of used water outside the camp. Drains and ditches should be treated with bleaching powder on a regular basis. The sewage system for the camp must be properly designed, built and operated so that no health hazard occurs and no pollution to the air, ground or adjacent watercourses takes place. Compliance with the relevant legislation must be strictly adhered to. Garbage bins must be provided in the camp and regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a hygienic manner. Shelter at Workplace At every workplace, there shall be provided free of cost, four suitable shelters, two for meals and two others for rest, separately for use of men and women workers. The height of shelter shall not be less than 3 m from floor level to lowest part of the roof. Sheds shall be kept clean and the space provided shall be on the basis of at least 0.5m 2 per head. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

167 First aid facilities At every workplace, a readily available first-aid unit including an adequate supply of sterilized dressing materials and appliances will be provided as per the prevailing rules. Workplaces remote and far away from regular hospitals will have indoor health units with onee bed for every 400 workers. Suitable transport will be provided to facilitate taking injured and illl persons to the nearest hospital. At every workplace an ambulance room containing the prescribed equipment and nursing staff will be provided. Health Care Facilities Health problems of the workers should be taken care of by providing basic health care facilities through health centers temporarily set-up for the construction camp. The healthh centre should have at least a doctor, nurses, duty staff, medicines and minimum medical facilities to tackle first-aid requirements or minor accidental cases, linkage with nearest higher order hospital to refer patients of major illnesses or critical cases. The health centre should have MCW (Mother and Child Welfare) units for treating mothers and children in the camp. Apart from this, the health centre should provide with regular vaccinations required for children. Day Crèche Facilities At every construction site, provision of a day crèche shall be worked out soo as to enable women to leave behind their children. At construction sites where 20 or more women w shall be ordinarily employed, there should be provided at least a hut for use of children under the age of 6 years belonging to such women. Huts shall not be constructed to a standard lower than that of thatched roof, mud walls and floor with wooden planks spread over mud floor and covered with matting. Huts shall be provided with suitable and sufficient openingss for light and ventilation. There shall be adequate provision of sweepers to keep the places clean. There shall be two maidservants (or aayas) in the satisfaction of local medical, health, municipal or cantonment authorities. Where the number of women workers is more than 25 but less than 50, the contractor shall provide at least one hut and one maidservant to look after the children of women workers. Size of crèches shall vary according to the number of women workers employed. Figure-5.2: Layout of Construction Camp There are possibility of transmission of disease between construction worker and local people due to bad sanitation and living standards. Proper drinking water, sanitation andd first aid facility will be provided at the construction site, as specified above, with trained shift supervisors, which will ensure minimum adverse occupational health impacts on the construction worker.

168 5.4.8 Socio-economic Impacts The social impacts during the construction stage could result due to influx of some migrant workers and associated induced development etc. This will ensure a rise in the consumption of consumer goods in the local area, which will tend to boost up the local economy. As local labours will be hired from the villages in vicinity of the project site, initial conflict is not envisaged. As far as possible local labour within the project influenced area shall be utilized for the construction purpose and all the activities related to construction worker shall be confined to the project site only, hence no adverse social impacts are envisaged due to the proposed project. Children below 14 will not be appointed for construction. 5.5 Impacts Due To Project Operation During the Operation phase, there might be impacts on the air, water and land environment and socio-economic aspects. The subsequent sections present the adverse, beneficial, short term and long term impacts due to the operation of the proposed project Air Environment Air pollution can cause significant effects on the ambient environment, and subsequently on humans, animals, vegetation and materials. It primarily affects the respiratory (e.g. by fine dust), circulatory (e.g. by carbon monoxide) and olfactory (e.g. by odors) systems in humans. In most cases, air pollution aggravates pre-existing diseases or degrades health status, making people more susceptible to other infections or the development of chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Environmental impacts from air pollution can include acidic deposition and reduction in visibility. Assessment of prevailing ambient air quality status in the vicinity of proposed project site is an important part of environmental impact assessment study. The tropical climatic conditions, especially winds prevailing in India mainly control the dispersion of air pollutants during different seasons. According to the Indian climatology, for all practical purposes in air pollution studies, there are three seasons in a year, viz. winter, pre-monsoon and post-monsoon. For the quantitative assessment of the environmental impact on the ambient air environment during these seasons, atmospheric dispersion modelling is required. Atmospheric dispersion modelling is the mathematical simulation of how air pollutants disperse in the ambient atmosphere. It is performed with computer programs that solve the mathematical equations and algorithms which simulate the pollutant dispersion. The dispersion models are used to estimate or to predict the concentration of air pollutants emitted from sources on the desired area. Such models are important to governmental agencies tasked with protecting and managing the ambient air quality. The models are typically employed to determine whether the ambient air quality level due to proposed project will compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) or not. Over and above models also serve to assist in the design of effective control strategies to reduce emissions of harmful air pollutants. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

169 1. Methodology For the proposed atmospheric dispersion modelling study, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) approved and also recommended by the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF), Government of India, regulatory air quality model Airmode is applied to predict ground level incremental concentrations (GLCs) of concerned critical pollutants. Prior to air quality modelling exercise, meteorological condition during one season over project site is extensively studied. Concentrations are estimated for the critical pollutants assessed over appropriate averaging times (i.e. 8 hours and 24 hours) based on the applicability of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). 2. Meteorology Meteorology is the fluid mechanics applied to the atmosphere. Meteorological conditions play an important role in determining existing air quality and environmental conditions. The essential relationship between meteorology and atmospheric dispersion involves the wind in the broadest sense of the term. Wind fluctuations over a very wide range of time and space scales accomplish dispersion and strongly influence other processes associated with them. The characterization of the existing meteorological conditions near a source of pollutants is, therefore, a critical aspect for assessing air quality in the ambient environment. For the rapid air quality impact assessment meteorological data for the desired season/period over the project region are used for air quality modelling. The following subsections describe the prime meteorological parameters during the observation period which govern the dispersion of pollutants. 3. Atmospheric stability A measure of the tendency of air to move upward or downward within the atmosphere generates turbulence. The atmosphere may be more or less turbulent at any given time, depending on the amount of incoming solar radiation as well as other factors. There are six defined Pasquill atmospheric stability classes, from A to F, each representing a different degree of turbulence in the atmosphere. When moderate to strong incoming solar radiation heats air near the ground, causing it to rise and generating large eddies, the atmosphere is considered unstable. Unstable conditions are associated with atmospheric stability classes A, B and C. In this stability class air has strong tendency to move up or down, and the atmosphere is more turbulent. When solar radiation is relatively weak or absent, air near the surface has reduced tendency to rise and less turbulence develops. In this case, the atmosphere is considered stable, the wind is weak, and the stability class would be E or F. Stability classes D represents conditions of neutral stability (moderately turbulent). Neutral conditions are associated with relatively strong wind speeds and moderate solar radiation. The frequency of stability classes during the study period is provided in Table-5.4. Table-5.4: Frequency of Stability Classes Stability Class Frequency (%) A Extremely Unstable 5.5 B Unstable 23.6 C Slightly Unstable 12.9 D Neutral 9.0 E Slightly Stable 15.1 F Stable 33.9 ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

170 This data indicates that over the monitoring period, the site exhibits trends of stable atmospheric conditions with 33.9% time during monitoring period. Stable conditions exhibit poor vertical mixing, and low levels of contaminant dispersion. Use of this stability data for modeling purposes will produce higher concentrations of pollutants at a given receptor (i.e. more conservative results). 4. Mixing height Mixing Height (MH) is the vertical extent through which the contaminant plume can be mixed. Forecasting of mixing height is done with the aid of the vertical temperature profile. The MH is a function of stability. In unstable air the MH is higher and in stable air the MH is lower. With a lower MH, there is a smaller volume of air in which the pollutant can be dispersed, resulting in higher concentrations in the ambient environment. There is a seasonal variation of MH. During summer daylight hours, MH can be few thousand feet whereas for winter it can be a few hundred feet. It varies also in the course of a day. It is lowest at night and increases during the day. Secondary information has been used to determine the mixing height over the study region for the study period (Feb, 2016 April, 2016) and it varies from meters (IMD). 5.6 Potential Air Environment Impact Assessment During operation phase of project 04 no. of DG sets (1X500+3X1010) will be expected as the main air pollution sources during. DG sets will be expected to run as back-up power supply during power failure. Thus, for air quality modeling study, it is assumed that the DG sets will be operated as on average four hours ( Hrs) during daytime and four hours ( Hrs) in the evening time per day. PM, SO 2, NO x and CO will be expected as prime criteria air pollutants during the operation phase of the project. The isopleths showing the concentration of PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx and CO are shown in Figure-5.3 through Figure-5.7 respectively. Modeling result envisages that incremental ground level concentrations of modeled pollutants during operation phase of proposed project during the operation phase are negligible. The resultant concentration level of SO2, NOx and CO pollutants are expected to be well within the NAAQS. Table-5.5: Emission Source Characteristics DG Stack Characteristics Stac (KVA) Height velocit Temp Diameter k No. SO 2 NO x CO PM 10 PM 2.5 (m) y (m/s) (k) (m) 1-3 3x x ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

171 Figure 5.3: Spatial distribution of 24-hour average PM10 Conc. (µg/m 3 ) Figure 5.4: Spatial distribution of 24-hour average PM2.5 Conc. (µg/m 3 )

172 Figure 5.5: Spatial distribution of 24-hour average SO2 Conc. (µg/m 3 ) Figure 5.6: Spatial distribution of 24-hour average NOx Conc. (µg/m 3 )

173 Figure 5.7: Spatial distribution of 8-hour average CO Conc. (Mg/m 3 ) Table-5.6: Resultant Concentration Level of Pollutants Sr. No. Pollutant Unit Background Max. Incremental Max. Resultant GLCs GLCs GLCs 1. PM10 µg/m PM2.5 µg/m SO2 µg/m NOx µg/m CO mg/m NOISE ENVIRONMENT Any unpleasant sound is classified as noise pollution. Sound possesses three definite properties: intensity, frequency and duration. Intensity is the loudness of a sound, or the pressure it exerts through the ear. It is measured in decibels (db). In assessing noise, a special measurement empirical parameter called "db (A)" is used to assess the impacts on the human ear. The higher the db (A) number, the greater is the risk of damage to hearing. Loud noise may adversely affect people in many ways. For example noise may interfere with sleep, speech, communication and can cause annoyance and other physiological problems. Occupational noise exposure, is also the most common cause of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL), threatens the hearing loss among the individuals exposed to noise pollution for longer periods of time, at a less intense level Noise Impact Assessment The assessment of the impacts of noise on the surrounding community depends upon:

174 Characteristics of noise source (instantaneous, intermittent, or continuous in nature) Time of day at which noise occurs Location of noise source with respect to noise receptor For an approximate estimation of propagation of noise in the ambient air from the area or point source, a standard mathematical model for sound wave propagation used is as follows: Noise (Receptor) = Noise (Source) - 20 Log [distance (Receptor) / distance (Source)] For the modeling purposes, terrain is considered flat and there are no sound absorptive materials are present in the direction of the sound wave propagation so as to formulate the worst-case scenario. For the modeling purposes, terrain is considered flat and there are no sound absorptive materials are present in the direction of the sound wave propagation so as to formulate the worstcase scenario. For predicting noise emissions impacts due to proposed project, the noise emission sources are examined during both construction and operational phases. The noise levels during both distinct phases are predicted using the CPCB approved noise model DHAWANI applicable for stationary point sources Construction Phase The project is expected to have large scale construction activities. Sources of noise emissions are expected from various construction equipments. The major noise generating sources envisaged during construction phase and their typical noise level value are given in Table-5.7. Table-5.7: Noise Levels Generated from Construction Equipment Name of Source Noise Level at 1 m from source (calculated) in db (A) Air Compressor 111 Back Hoe/Loader 105 Concrete Mixer Truck 109 Concrete Pumper 94 Concrete Vibrators 101 Cranes - mobile 105 Dump Truck 107 Generator 75 Hammering 110 Jackhammer 112 Pile Driver 124 Radial Arm Saw WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL The estimated wastewater generation during the operation phase will be 738 KLD, which shall be treated in onsite sewage treatment plant (STP) of capacity 700 KLD. The STP will be provided with primary, secondary and tertiary treatment facilities and is based on FAB technology. Table- 5.8 below shows the expected wastewater as well as treated wastewater characteristics. The schematic flow diagram of the STP is shown as Figure-5.8. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

175 Table-5.8: Characteristics of Wastewater and Treated Water Parameters Raw Sewage (Incoming) Treated effluent from STP ph to 8.5 BOD mg/l Less than 5 mg/l Suspended solid mg/l Less than 10 mg/l COD mg/l Less than 30mg/l Oil & Grease 30 mg/l Less than 2 mg/l About 239 KLD of treated effluent will be generated, out of which 239 KLD of treated water shall be used in gardening & flushing purposes. This will reduce the domestic water demand efficiently. Regular maintenance check shall be carried out by the project proponent staff. Hence no major adverse impact on the water environment is envisaged. Surplus treated water, i.e., The volume of the sludge will be approx kg/day. The digested sludge will be stored in a room with RCC bottom and will be disposed off later on as manure in horticulture Solid Waste The proposed project will use effective sustained eco-friendly waste management systems that will have no negative impact on the environment. During Construction Phase: Topsoil will be separately stacked under tarpaulin cover and reused for landscape. Excavated earth will be reused for grading, backfilling, road construction etc Workers handling the solid waste shall be provided with protective gear During Operational Phase Municipal Solid Waste As per the Central Public Health and Environmental Engineering Organization (CPHEEO) Manual on municipal solid waste, the estimated quantity of solid waste generation from the project during operation phase is 5.25 TPD. The solid waste will comprise of biodegradable waste e.g. domestic waste, food waste, horticultural waste etc. and recyclable waste, like plastic, paper, tin, glass etc. Different colored bins will be used for collection of biodegradable and non biodegradable waste as per MSW rules, Private sweepers and MSW handlers will be appointed by the RWA for door to door collection. Bio-degradable wastes will be composted in onsite organic waste converter. Non-biodegradable fraction like plastic, tin, glass etc. will be sold to local recyclers Horticultural waste shall be collected and disposed off with biodegradable waste. Rest inert MSW will be handed over to municipal corporation for final disposal Hazardous Waste Used oil generated from DG sets will be stored in HDPE drums and sold to authorized vendors. Details of waste generation are given here below: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

176 WASTE GENERATION Total Waste Generation 5.25 TPD Organic Waste Generation 3.18 TPD E- Waste Generation 25.7 KG/Day Sludge Generation 493 KG/Day Hazardous Waste Generation (DG Waste Oil) 4.89 Lts/ Day 5.9 SOCIO ECONOMIC IMPACTS Induced Development This section discusses the project activities and the extent of the potential impacts anticipated from these. Based on the nature and type of impacts, the assessment has been divided into three category i.e. positive, negative and negligible impacts. For example the positive impacts are: job creation for men and women, better utilization of land, preservation of environment, and infrastructure development. Long term impacts have taken into account i.e. relocation, demography, aesthetics, accessing utilities, and impact on archaeological sites. Negative impacts include adverse impacts on health, air pollution including noise, road safety, etc Positive Impacts on Infrastructure The operation of the project, provide value addition to the existing infrastructure facility such as, office spaces, public transport, water supply, telecommunications, etc. Job opportunity: During the social impact assessment process, meetings were held with the neighboring local settlements to listen to their specific concerns. The key question raised by the local community was the employment opportunities that would be generated in the area. The occupational profile of the region is such that the villagers can be a good source of labor during construction phase. This community can look forward to benefit due to more jobs and also better access to utilities. The benefit relate to the direct employment associated with the construction. Considering the increasing emphasis of employment and education in the village, the locals would have the opportunities for administrative or other supervisory jobs, closer to their place of stay. Expenditure incurred by those employed at the project will boost local economy in the village. Jobs would be created for unskilled, semi skilled as well as skilled labor category, for which locals would be given preference and there by the overall development of the region is envisaged. Benefits to women: The proposed project would generate jobs for the women laborers during construction. Women are also likely to get job during construction phase. This will considerably reduce their travel time and therefore enable them to attend to their children and also other household chores. Increase in Land Value: The prices of the land are likely to increase with the coming up of the project. Hence the proposed project will have beneficial impact. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

177 5.9.3 Negative Impacts on Infrastructure Traffic and Transport With the construction of the proposed project, the traffic in the area is likely to increase, particularly during the operation phase. The increase in traffic may create congestion, potential delays and inconvenience for pedestrians and residents accessing the localities. However this probability of inconvenience faced due to the movement of trucks during construction phase would be negligible, since the trucks would be allowed to transport construction material during night and non-peak hours. The traffic study and Transportation Management Plan being developed for the project would further reduce the negative impact of the traffic increment during the operation phase. Transient Labor population Laborers for the project would be mostly from surrounding areas. About 400 labors would be working on the site and most of them would be on contract or from the neighboring settlements. No significant pressure on local infrastructure is envisaged if a small percentage of labors settle in and around the site during construction phase. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

178 6.0 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN 6.1 Preamble The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is a site specific plan developed to ensure that the project is implemented in an environmental sustainable manner where all contractors and subcontractors, including consultants, understand the potential environmental risks arising from the proposed project and take appropriate actions to properly manage that risk. EMP also ensures that the project implementation is carried out in accordance with the design by taking appropriate mitigation actions to reduce adverse environmental impacts during its life cycle. The plan outlines existing and potential problems that may adversely impact the environment and recommends corrective measures where required. Also, the plan outlines roles and responsibility of the key personnel and contractors who are charged with the responsibility to manage the project site. The EMP is generally: Prepared in accordance with rules and regulations of the MOEF and State Pollution Control Board; To ensure that the component of facility are operated in accordance with the design; A process that confirms proper operation through supervision and monitoring; A system that addresses public complaints during construction and operation of the facility; and A plan that ensures remedial measures is implemented immediately. The key benefits of the EMP are that it provides the organization with means of managing its environmental performance thereby allowing it to contribute to improved environmental quality. The other benefits include cost control and improved relations with the stake holders. Commitment & Policy: The proposed project management will strive to provide and implement the Environmental Management Plan that incorporates all issues related to air, noise, land, and water. Planning: This includes identification of environmental impacts, legal requirements and setting environmental objectives. Implementation: This comprises of resources available to the developers, accountability of contractors, training of operational staff associated with environmental control facilities and documentation of measures to be taken. Measurement & Evaluation: This includes monitoring, corrective actions, and record keeping. 6.2 Environmental Management System The Environmental Management System constitutes provision of an Environmental Division, which should be supervised by the Project In-charge of the site and assisted by environmental professionals and external consultancy organization. The task assigned should include compliances to all statutory guidelines, conditions put forth under Environmental Clearance, Compliance to Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate from UPPCB, co-ordination of studies, monitoring and implementation of environmental mitigation measures and any other conditions as requires to be maintained under Environmental Norms & Guidelines. The Environment Management Plan shall be implemented in phases, so that optimum benefit could be achieved and it should be synchronized with the construction schedules. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

179 Management Project In-charge Environmental Professional External Consultant ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

180 Sr. No. Environment al Components 1. Groundwater Quality 2. Groundwater Quantity 3. Surface Water Quality Potential Impacts Ground water contamination Ground Water Depletion Surface water contamination Table-6.1: Environmental Management Plan Potential Source Of Impact Construction Phase Waste water generated from Labor tents Accumulation of water during excavations. Operation Phase Sewage treatment sludge disposal on land Construction Phase Use of treated wastewater from nearby STP through tankers Operation Phase NOIDA water Supply and partly from onsite treated wastewater with dual pipeline system. Construction Phase Surface runoff from site during construction activity. Controls Through EMP & Design Mobile STP/ Septic Tank & soak pit Sewage sludge to be sent for suitable disposal along with municipal solid wastes No groundwater shall be used Rain Water Harvesting Scheme. Black /Grey water treatment and reuse. Awareness Campaign among residents for water conservation. Silt traps and other measures such as, additional on-site diversion ditches will be made to control surface run-off during site development. Impact Evaluation Minor negative impact inside project premises. No negative impact outside project site. Short term. No negative impact on ground water quality envisaged. Not significant No impact on ground water quantity No direct impact on ground water as shown in the water balance study. No off site impact envisaged as no surface water receiving body in impact zone. Remedial Measures Wherever possible care will be taken to prevent water from entering excavations In an unlikely event of soil and ground water contamination, remediation measures shall be implemented. - Operation Phase STP will be installed to treat No off site impact In case of any unlikely event - ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

181 Discharge of domestic wastewater to surface water body. 3. Air Quality Dust Emissions Construction Phase Dust and air emission particularly due to the excavation activities, movement of vehicles resulting in air pollution. the wastewater for reuse in flushing, gardening etc. Suitable control measures will be adopted as per a dust control plan. envisaged Minor negative impact inside project premises. No negative impact outside project site. Short term. of discharge from the site, the discharge quality will be maintained as per CPCB standard. Provision of spraying water to reduce dust emission on roads. Excavated topsoil to be preserved and reused for landscaping. Emissions of PM 10, PM 2.5 SO2, NOx and CO Construction Phase Dust and other exhaust atmospheric emissions generated by vehicle movement, concrete mixing machinery, concrete conveyers, bucket conveyers, air blowers, pneumatic vibrators, mechanical vibrators and water Rapid on site construction and improved maintenance of equipment Minor Negative impact inside the premises. No impact outside the premises. Short term The amount of exposed ground and stockpiles will be minimized so that resuspension due to wind and subsequent dust fall is prevented. Ensuring all vehicles, generators and compressors are well maintained and regularly serviced. Regular Monitoring of emissions and control measures to check the emission levels. Construction workers will be provided with appropriate protective equipments wherever high particulate ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

182 tankers emission is expected. 4. Noise Environment Operation Phase Vehicular movement within the project site Noise emissions Construction Phase Construction noise mainly due to excavation, plying of vehicles, operations of cranes etc Operation Phase Noise from vehicles movement Fuel efficient vehicles will be used and proper record of vehicles will be maintained. Use of well-maintained equipment fitted with silencers. Construction activity will be limited to daytime hours only. Green Belt Development and development of silence zones for traffic movement. No significant negative impact. Minor negative impact near noise generation sources inside premises. Not significant as DG sets will be acoustically enclosed It is also recommended that the workers will not be allowed to work over a long exposure period. Maintain record of vehicles. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like ear muffs and ear plug during construction activities. Wherever noise level cannot be achieved, the area will be earmarked as high noise level area requiring use of ear protection gadget and rotation of workers Land Environment Soil contamination Construction Phase Disposal of construction debris Contamination of soil due to leakage of oil from vehicles Construction debris will be collected and suitably used on site to the extent possible as per waste management plan. Minor negative impact inside project premises. No negative impact outside project site. Short term. The contamination of soil will be avoided by suitable management of oil and fuel. Care will be taken to compact the soil after refilling ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

183 6. Ecological Environment (Flora and Fauna) 7. Socio- Economic Environment Displacement of Flora and Fauna on site No displacement 8. Traffic Pattern Increase of Vehicular traffic Operation Phase Dumping of municipal solid waste on land. Construction Phase Site Development during construction. Operation Phase Increase of Green Cover Construction Phase Construction Activities leading to relocation. Operation Phase Site operation Construction Phase Vehicular movement during construction Proposed solid waste management system for waste collection, segregation and disposal. Trees in the project site will be identified and marked. Effort shall be made to minimize the cutting of trees. A peripheral dense green belt of native species will be developed as per landscaping plan, besides parks, gardens and avenue plantation. It will enhance the ecology. There is no displacement of village/abadi area. Local mass will get direct employment opportunities. Vehicular movement will be restricted to day time only and adequate parking Since solid waste is handled on the site, waste dumping would not be allowed. Not Significant The proposed site is devoid of any vegetation. Surrounding areas have sparse vegetation. Beneficial impact No negative Impact Beneficial Impact -- No significant negative impact. so that, soil erosion and consequent soil import is avoided. Solid waste generated daily during the operation phase will be segregated into biodegradable waste and recyclable waste. Organic wastes will be decomposed at site. Inert wastes will be disposed off through agency. _ Maintain record of vehicles ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

184 Operation Phase Traffic due to people residing / visiting the proposed project facility will be provided. Vehicular movement will be regulated inside the site with internal roads of adequate width and sufficient parking space. Moderate Impact negative Restricting entry of polluting vehicles ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

185 6.3 Sewage Treatment Plant Sanitation infrastructure shall comprise of following:- Wastewater collection & conveyance system. Wastewater treatment & disposal arrangement. Wastewater collection and conveyance system shall be an underground drainage network that will be designed to collect wastewater from each and every household and convey it to one point for treatment. Treated wastewater shall be used for landscaping and flushing purposes. The sludge generated would be sent for disposal along with municipal solid wastes after drying. STP is proposed for the project of capacity 700 KLD. Since the treated waste water will be used for flushing and landscaping purpose, entire sewage will be treated up to tertiary treatment level. 6.4 Emission From DG Sets There will be 4 numbers of diesel generator sets with total capacity of 3530 KVA as back up during power failure. The stack height of the DG sets will be 6m from the highest building block as specified under CPCB guideline. 6.5 Hazardous Waste Management As per the Hazardous Waste (Management, Handling and Trans-boundary Movement) Rules, 2016, the only hazardous waste generated during the operation phase of the project is used oil from diesel generators during maintenance. The same will be collected in drums/containers, stored separately in a closed area and disposed through authorized agency. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

186 7.1 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME 7.2 Preamble The purpose of environmental monitoring is to evaluate the effectiveness of implementation of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) by periodically monitoring the important environmental parameters within the impact area, so that any adverse affects are detected and timely action can be taken. As per the directive of Uttar Pradesh SEAC, MoEF, CPCB and UPPCB, the project administration will monitor ambient air quality, water quality, noise levels, soil quality and solid waste management both during the construction and operation period of the project in accordance with the approved monitoring schedule. A suggested monitoring programme, based on the predicted impacts, is given in Table-7.1 below: Table-7.1: Suggested Monitoring Program for Proposed Project S.N. Potential Impact Action I. Construction Phase All equipments are operated within specified design parameters. 1. Air Emissions 2. Noise Vehicle trips to be minimized to the extent possible Any dry, dusty materials stored in covered area/ containers or prevented from blowing. Compaction of soil during various construction activities Ambient air quality within the project site to be monitored. Prepare list of all onsite noise generating machineries along with age. Equipments to be maintained in good working order. Parameters for Monitoring Random checks of equipment logs/ manuals Vehicle logs Absence of stockpiles or open containers of dusty materials. Construction logs General parameters as per NAAQS notification Equipment logs, noise reading Timing Construction activities Site Clearance and Construction activities Construction activities Construction activities Half Yearly During construction phase. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

187 S.N. 3. Potential Impact Wastewater Discharge 4. Soil Erosion 5. Drainage and effluent Management Action Night time work to be minimized. Implement good working practices (equipment selection and siting) to minimize noise and also reduce its impacts on human health (ear muffs, safe distances and enclosures). No machinery running when not required. Acoustic mufflers / enclosures to be provided in large engines Ambient noise level to be monitored within the project premises. All equipments operated within specified design parameters. Vehicle trips to be minimized to the extent possible No untreated discharge to be made to surface water, groundwater or soil. Take care in disposal of wastewater generated so that soil and groundwater resources are protected. Protect topsoil stockpile where possible at edge of site. Ensure drainage system and specific design measures are working effectively. Parameters for Monitoring Working hour records Site working practices records, noise reading Mufflers / enclosures in place. Noise reading Random checks of equipment logs/ manuals Vehicle logs No discharge hoses in vicinity of watercourses. Check frequency of sewage disposal in case of mobile toilets used. Effective cover in place. Visual inspection of drainage and records thereof Timing Construction activities During construction phase. Prior to use of equipment. Half Yearly During construction phase. During construction phase. During construction phase. During construction phase. During construction phase During construction phase. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

188 S.N Potential Impact Waste Management Non-routine events and accidental releases Action Implement waste management plan that identifies and characterizes every waste arising from project activities including hazardous wastes and which identifies the procedures for collection, handling & disposal of each waste. Plan to be drawn up, considering likely emergencies and steps required to prevent/ limit consequences. Parameters for Monitoring Comprehensive Waste Management Plan in place and available for inspection on-site. Strict compliance with the plan regarding collection, storage and disposal. Mock drills and records of the same Timing Prepare plan prior to site clearance and implementation during construction phase. During construction phase. II. Operational Phase 9. Air Emissions 10. Noise 11. Wastewater Discharge Stack emissions from DG set to be optimized and monitored Ambient air quality within the project site to be monitored. Noise generated from operation of DG set to be optimized and monitored. DG sets to be provided with acoustic enclosure and stack of height as per norms No untreated discharge to be made to surface water, groundwater or soil. Take care in disposal of wastewater generated such that soil and groundwater resources are protected parameters as per CPCB standard. General parameters as per NAAQS notification, 2009 Ambient and DG noise Monitoring No discharge hoses in vicinity of watercourses. Parameters as per CPCB standard depending on the final disposal of treated effluent from onsite STP. During operation phase (Half Yearly) During operation phase (Half Yearly) During operation phase (Half Yearly) During operation phase. Quarterly throughout the project life. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

189 S.N Potential Impact Drainage and effluent Management Emergency preparedness, such as fire fighting Environment Management Cell/Unit Action Ensure drainage system and specific design measures are working effectively. Fire protection and safety measures to take care of fire hazards, to be assessed and steps taken for their prevention. The Environment Management Cell/Unit to be set up to ensure implementation and monitoring of environmental safeguards. Parameters for Monitoring Visual inspection of drainage and records of maintenance. Mock drill records, on site emergency plan, evacuation plan A formal letter from the management indicating formation of Environment Management Cell Timing During operation phase During operation phase During operation phase 7.3 Water Quality Monitoring Since water contamination leads to various water related diseases, the project proponent shall establish a procedure for water quality surveillance and ensure safe water for the consumers. Drinking water quality shall be monitored as per IS: 10500:2012 parameters and construction water quality to be monitored as per standards applicable for use in construction activity. During the operation phase, no ground water shall be abstracted onsite and water supply from the Greater Noida shall be availed. Therefore, during the operation phase, water quality monitoring shall be limited to the STP treated effluent as per the CPCB standards. 7.4 Air And Noise Quality Monitoring The attributes to be monitored as a part of the mitigation measures are Air Quality, Noise Levels; the monitoring programme for the construction and operation stage is presented in Table-7.2. Table-7.2: Monitoring Programme during Construction and Operation Stage Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 1 Parameters to be monitored 2 No. of locations One at the project site Particulate Matter, Size less than 10µm (PM 10) Particulate Matter, Size less than 2.5µm (PM 2.5) Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) Oxides of Nitrogen (NO x) Carbon Monoxide (CO) ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

190 3 Frequency Monitoring 4 Compliance of Half two days monitoring [24 hourly sample] The monitoring results should be compared with the Revised National Ambient Air Quality Standards, Noise Quality Monitoring 1 Parameters to be monitored Hourly equivalent noise levels for 24 hours 2 No. of locations Four locations near boundary. 3 Frequency of Monitoring Half Yearly 4 Compliance The monitoring results should be compared with the National Ambient Noise Quality Standards. STP Outlet Water Quality Monitoring 1 Parameters to be monitored ph, Total suspended solids (TSS), BOD, COD, O & G 2 Location One at outlet of STP 3 Frequency Monitoring 4 Compliance of Quarterly 7.5 Compilation And Analysis of Data and Reporting System The monitoring results should be compared with the CPCB standard for discharge. Record keeping and reporting of performance is an important management tool for ensuring sustainable operation of the project. The monitoring shall be carried out through MoEF/ NABL approved laboratory. All records shall be maintained for regulatory, monitoring and operational issues. Typical record keeping requirements for the proposed project is summarized in Table Table-7.3: Record Keeping Requirements Parameter Solid Waste Handling & Disposal Hazardous [Used Oil] Sewage Treatment Wastes Regulatory Licenses (Environmental) Monitoring & Survey Particulars Daily quantity of waste collected Daily quantity treated and recycled Daily quantity sent for disposal through agency Quantity of waste generated Quantity of wastes sold to authorized recyclers Waste manifests and record keeping as per rules Daily quantity of raw and treated sewage Quantity and point of usage of treated wastewater Treated wastewater quality Consents from State Pollution Control Board Copy of Waste manifests as per requirement Records of all monitoring carried out as per the finalized monitoring protocol. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

191 Parameter Accident reporting Other Particulars Date and time of the accident Sequence of events leading to accident Name of hazardous waste/fuel/chemical involved in the accident Emergency measure taken Step to prevent recurrence of such events Log book of maintenance and compliance Equipment inspection and calibration records, where applicable ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

192 8.0 RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN 8.1 Preamble A disaster is a catastrophic situation in which suddenly, people are plunged into helplessness and suffering and as a result, need protection, clothing, shelter, medical, social care and other necessities of life. Disasters can be divided into two main heads. In the first head, the disasters result from natural phenomena like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, storm surges, cyclones, tropical storms, floods, avalanches, landslides, forest fires. The second head includes disastrous events occasioned by man, or by man's impact upon the environment. Examples are armed conflict, industrial accidents, radiation accidents, factory fires, explosions and escape of toxic gases or chemical substances, river pollution, mining or other structural collapses, air, sea, rail and road transport accidents and can reach catastrophic dimensions in terms of human loss. There is no set criteria for assessing the gravity of a disaster in the abstract since this depends to a large extent on the physical, economic and social environment in which it occurs. However, all disasters bring in their wake similar consequences that call for immediate action, whether at the local, national or international level, for the rescue and relief of the victims. 8.2 Objectives of Disaster Management Plan (DMP) Group housing encompasses the lives of a large number of people. It also involves installation of various structures and machineries that meet the comfort and need of its population but may also pose serious threat to the occupants in case of an accident. It is thus considered necessary to carry out a risk assessment and disaster management plan for the project. The Disaster Management Plan is aimed to ensure safety of life, protection of environment, protection of installation, restoration of production and salvage operations in this same order of priorities. For effective implementation of the Disaster Management Plan, it should be widely circulated and personnel training through rehearsals/drills. To tackle the consequences of a major emergency inside the site or immediate vicinity of the site, a Disaster Management Plan has to be formulated and this planned emergency document is called "Disaster Management Plan". The objective of the Disaster Management Plan is to make use of the combined resources of the project site and the outside services to achieve the following:- Effect the rescue and medical treatment of casualties; Safeguard other people; Minimize damage to property and the environment; Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control; Identify any dead; ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

193 Provide for the needs of relatives; Provide authoritative information to the news media; Secure the safe rehabilitation of affected area; Preserve relevant records and equipment for the subsequent inquiry into the cause and circumstances of the Emergency Risk Hazard & its control measures It is attempted to plan and construct the buildings following all safety norms. However, it is not always possible to totally eliminate such eventualities and random failures of equipment or human errors. An essential part of major hazard control has therefore, to be concerned with mitigating the effects of such emergency and restoration of normalcy at the earliest. A detailed Table showing activity during construction and operation phase along with mitigation measures are given in Table-8.1. Table-8.1: Activities during construction and operation along with mitigation measures HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH ACTIVITIES (During Construction & Operation) Manual Handling Strains and sprains - incorrect lifting - too heavy loads -twisting - bending - repetitive movement - body vibration. Falls - Slips - Trips Falls on same level - falls to surfaces below - poor housekeeping - slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces - poor access to work areas -unloading materials into excavations wind - falling objects. Fire Flammable liquids/gases like LPG, Diesel Storage area and combustible building materials - poor housekeeping - grinding sparks - open flames, absence of Fire hydrant net work. Absence of Personal Protective Equipment Lack of adequate footwear, gloves -goggles - head protection -hearing / eye protection - respiratory protection. Defective or wrong Hand Tools /machines Wrong tool - defective tool - struck by flying debris or missing safety devices over the equipment/machines strains and sprains - CONTROL/MITIGATION MEASURES Exercise/warm up - get help when needed - control loads - rest breaks/no exhaustion -no rapid movement/ twisting/bending/repetitive movement good housekeeping. Housekeeping - tidy workplace - guardrails, safety net, handholds, warning line and barriers, clear & safe access to work areas - egress from work areas and constant supervision of the worker from ground level. Combustible/flammable materials properly stored / used - good housekeeping - fire extinguishers made available & Fire hydrant Network as per approval - Emergency Plan in case of Fire or collapse of structure. Use of personal protective equipment and awareness training. Right tool for the job - used properly - good condition/ using safety devices over the equipments and machines - eye/face protection. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

194 dust and carbon monoxide emission. Electricity Electrocution - overhead/underground services - any leads damaged or poorly insulated - temporary repairs -no testing and tagging - circuits overloaded - non use of protective devices. Scarffolding Poor foundation - lack of ladder access insufficient planking - lack of guardrails and toe boards - insufficient ties or other means - all scaffolds incorrectly braced or stabilized to prevent overturning. Ladders Carrying loads - not secured against dislodgement -defective ladders -insufficient length - wrong positions - incorrectly placed angles in access way. Excavations Trench collapse - material falling in undetected underground services - falls - hazardous atmosphere struck by traffic and mobile plant. Gas Cutting and Welding Fire - welding flash, burns, fumes, electrocution in wet conditions - flashback in oxygen set, leaking cylinders, acetylene cylinders lying down - poorly maintained leads. Noise Unknown noise levels - known noise levels exceeding the limits applicable. Falling Material Fall during carrying/lifting materialsdislodged tools and materials from overhead work areas. Crane & Lifts Display of carrying capacity i.e., load (no. of person), incorrectly slung, defective lifting equipment, unsecured loads, craning in close proximity to building people and plant - falls - falling materials. Visitors Presence at site Falls - struck by - dropped materials - road accidents -insufficient warning signage, fencing - pedestrian access. Leads good condition and earthed - no temporary repairs - no exposed wires - good insulation - no overloading - use of protective devices - testing and tagging -no overhead/ underground services All scaffolds correctly braced and stabilized - 3:1 height to base ratio - firm foundation, plumb and level - ladder access provided and used - proper platform (3 planks/675 mm) - planks secured - guardrails and toe boards. Secured against movement or footed - ladders in good condition - regularly inspected sufficient length - use for access only, not working platforms. Soil stability known - no water accumulation - existing services known - clear of suspended loads hardhats / PPE - ladders - public protection atmospheric testing - traffic controls - Emergency Plan. Recognition of symptoms of harmful exposure, limiting occupational exposure, substituting less hazardous flux materials, wearing respiratory protection/ PPE, ventilation in the working area, training to operators. Levels below 85 decibels - proper protection. Materials to be secured kept away from edge - toe boards Use of hard hats. Periodic testing by competent authority - correctly slung /secured loads, lifting equipment good condition - use of proper hand signals - falls while unloading controlled. Sufficient hoarding - fencing and barricades - safe pedestrian access past site traffic management for loading and deliveryconstruction separated from occupied areas ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

195 of projects. 8.3 Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Despite all efforts, it is within the realm of possibility that emergencies and accidents could take place. It is the objective of emergency management to prevent the accidents and to minimize losses that occur due to such accidents by technical and organizational measures. It is also a responsibility of effective management to be able to restore normalcy as quickly as possible. In preparation of the ERP, the following elements have been considered to make it effective. Leadership and administration for emergency management. Prompt activation of Emergency Management Plan to minimize loss Communication arrangements for warning/notification and requesting external help Lighting and stand-by power for various combat operations Setting up of an Emergency Control Center to act as a command and control point during an emergency Defining escape routes and deciding upon methods that will be employed for evacuation of people Provision for Medical care to the injured and response personnel Protection of vital records Formulation of public relations/functions including interaction with media, press, officials and neighboring population Preparation and use of checklists for various emergency management functions for pre-, post and in emergency activities. Conducting regular training programs for all level of employees, and Conducting Mock Drills for assessment of the level of preparedness of men and material at the site. Main hazards identified for the project include hazards pertaining to fires in buildings and fire in diesel storage areas, earthquake and LPG leakage at residences and an ERP pertaining to these is described in the following section Response in case of Earthquake Response Procedures for Occupants If indoors: 1) Take cover under a piece of heavy furniture or against an inside wall and hold on. Stay inside: The most dangerous thing to do during the shaking of an earthquake is to try to leave the building because objects can fall on you. If outdoors: Move into the open, away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires. Once in the open, stay there until the shaking stops. If in a moving vehicle: ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

196 Stop quickly and stay in the vehicle. Move to a clear area away from buildings, trees, overpasses, or utility wires. Once the shaking has stopped, proceed with caution. Avoid bridges or ramps that might have been damaged by the quake. After the quake 1) After the quake be prepared for aftershocks. 2) Although smaller than the main shock, aftershocks cause additional damage and may bring weakened structures down. Aftershocks can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months after the quake. Help injured or trapped persons. 1) Provide first aid where appropriate and not to move seriously injured persons unless they are in immediate danger of further injury. Call for help. 2) Remember to help those first who may require special assistance--infants, the elderly, and people with disabilities. 3) Stay out of damaged buildings. 4) Use the telephone only for emergency calls Response Procedure for Emergency Team 1) Formulate an Emergency Response Team for earthquake response. 2) Using the public address system, inform residents of response procedures discussed above. 3) Inform the necessary authorities for aid. 4) Ensure no person is stuck beneath any debris, in case of a structural failure. 5) Ensure that all occupants standing outside near the buildings are taken to open areas. 6) Ensure that the first aid ambulance and fire tender vehicles are summoned if necessary. 7) Inform the nearby hospitals if there are any injuries. 8) Check the utilities and storage tanks for any damage Response in case of Fire Required response during in the event of a fire should be described in signs located in the lobby. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

197 On sighting a fire, it should be immediately informed to the facility manager giving the exact location and type of fire in detail. Initiate the Emergency Response Team for fires. If the fire is small, engage in extinguishing the fire using the nearest fire extinguisher. Guide the Emergency Response Team staff to the emergency assembly point. The Emergency Response Team should immediately inform the nearest dispensary and security force. If required a fire tender should be summoned. The response team should immediately move to the point of fire and take all necessary steps to stop the fire. If the fire is not controllable and spreads then the manager in charge should inform the district authorities and call for external help. The Emergency Response Team will provide immediate relief to the injured residents at the scene of incident. Any injured persons should be evacuated on priority to the dispensary or one of the nearest hospitals based on their condition Instructions for occupants 1) Get out of buildings as quickly and as safely as possible. 2) Use the stairs to escape. When evacuating, stay low to the ground. 3) If possible, cover mouth with a cloth to avoid inhaling smoke and gases. 4) Close doors in each room after escaping to delay the spread of the fire. 5) If in a room with a closed door. 6) If smoke is pouring in around the bottom of the door or if it feels hot, keep the door closed. 7) Open a window to escape or for fresh air while awaiting rescue. 8) If there is no smoke at the bottom or top and the door is not hot, then open the door slowly. 9) If there is too much smoke or fire in the hall, slam the door shut. 10) Stay out of damaged buildings. Adequate fire fighting system is proposed for the project as per norms to prevent and control fire outbreaks. The fire fighting system will consist of portable fire extinguishers, hose reel, wet riser, yard hydrant, automatic sprinkler system for group housing, and manual fire alarm system. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

198 8.4 Resource Conservation The project will lead to utilization of various natural resources. As an environmentally responsible corporate, the developers endeavor to conserve these resources by judicious management and recycling and strive to build up these resources where possible. Water Resources: The project will not use groundwater resources during both the construction and operation phases of the project. Given the national water scenario, where availability if fresh water is fast dwindling use of the same cannot be emphasized. Following means are proposed to be adopted for conservation of this life sustaining resource: No withdrawal of groundwater: The project will avail treated STP water for construction purposes and Greater Noida water supply during operational phase. Reduced use of water: To further minimize the use of freshwater, various low flow sanitary fixtures may be provided. Awareness will also be spread amongst the residents for conserving the water. Treatment and Recycling: The sewage generated from the site will be treated in onsite Sewage Treatment Plant. The treated wastewater will be used for flushing and landscaping thereby reducing the requirement of freshwater for the project. Rainwater harvesting: The increased hard surface of Group Housing increases the runoff as compared to the otherwise vacant land. It is proposed to harvest this rainwater runoff to recharge the ground aquifer while reducing the burden of storm water management of the city and eventually natural water bodies. Apart from the open spaces, it is proposed to harvest the roof top rainwater. The storm water will be passed through an oil and grease trap and allowed to flow through layers of sand and gravel for filtration prior to reaching ground aquifer. Construction materials: As a large Group Housing, the project will require various kinds of natural construction materials such as sand, gravel etc. It is proposed for prior estimation of required quantities of these materials and procurement only as per requirement. This will also result in cost-efficiency. Excavated soil from the project site will be used within the site to the extent feasible. Energy: To conserve the energy resources, good practices will be followed during the construction phase such as turning off lights and equipments when not in use, ensuring fuel efficiency of motors and vehicles through proper maintenance and minimal work at night. The principles of energy conservation will also be embedded in the buildings through use of energy efficient fixtures, maximum availability of natural light and use of solar energy for street lighting. 8.5 Resettlement and Rehabilitation The project will not result in displacement of any local population and hence, does not require a resettlement and rehabilitation study. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

199 9.0 ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY 9.1 Use of Environment Friendly Materials Eco friendly building materials and construction technology will be used for the Project. a. Use of Ferro Cement: Reducing material use by use of ferro-cement wherever possible. These are energy efficient and also help reduce the dead load of a building. b. Use of Fly Ash Bricks: Emphasis has been given on using eco friendly materials like fly ash bricks in this project. There are lot of advantages which fly ash brick and fly ash lime brick enjoys over conventional bricks and are enlisted below: Cost less to produce at least 10% less than concrete bricks and 20% less than clay bricks. Save construction cost Due to the uniform shape and size of the fly ash brick, it saves labor in laying bricks by about 15%. Use less energy High amount of energy is consumed in heating clay bricks in kilns. By using fly ash bricks instead of clay bricks, energy is saved in brick manufacturing. Reduce air pollution Fossil fuel is used in heating clay bricks in kilns. Burning such fuel generates air pollution and greenhouse gas (CO 2), contributing to global warming. By manufacturing fly ash bricks (at room temperature) instead of clay bricks (at over 2,000 o F), emission of air pollutants and greenhouse gas is avoided at brick plants, which helps to reduce air pollution and global warming. Cleans indoor air Recent research has shown that by using fly ash bricks indoors, the bricks adsorb mercury from the indoor air, causing the indoor air to be cleaner than the outdoor air. c. Use of low VOC emissions such as cement and use of materials that prevent leaching. d. Material that are exceptionally durable, or require low maintenance e.g. PVC pipes will be used. 9.2 Building Materials Use of alternative technologies for each component of the buildings of envelope, superstructure, finishes and the road and surrounding areas will follow National Building Code 2016 (N B C ). Some of these are given below: Brick and block products with waste and recycled contents such as fly ash (waste from coal burning plants), blast furnaces lag, sewage sludge, waste wood fiber etc. Fly ash based light weight aerated concrete blocks will be used for walls. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

200 Perforated bricks will be used for wall structures. Brick panel with joists, fillers lab roofing, brick funicular shell roofing, RCC channel units, micro-concrete roofing tiles are some of the alternative techniques for roofing. Some of the alternate materials for openings in construction are:- Use of precast thin lintels, use of ferro-cement, sun shade cum lintel etc. Use of renewable timber for doors and windows. Use of steel manufactured from recycled content. Aluminum from verified recycled content. Saw dust based doors and window frames. Ferro-cement shutters, PVC doors and windows, Rice husk boards, Natural fiber reinforced polymer composite door panels. Bamboo based products, bamboo strips boards. Alternatives for finishes include Fly ash, Ceramic tiles, Terrazzo floors. 9.3 Green Buildings Green building concepts will be encouraged to develop environmental friendly concepts in construction activity. This approach will result in reduction in operating costs like energy and water, besides several intangible benefits. Some of the salient features of the project are: Minimal disturbance to landscapes and site condition. Conservation of existing vegetation and tree plantation has been proposed, Use of Recycled and Environmental Friendly Building Materials, Use of Non-Toxic and recycled / recyclable Materials, Efficient use of Water and Water Recycling. Treated waste water will be recycled within the project site. No ground water extraction has been proposed, Use of Energy Efficient and Eco-Friendly Equipment, Use of Renewable Energy. Solar lights will be used for lighting common areas. Indoor Air Quality for Human Safety and Comfort will be maintained. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

201 Effective Controls and Building Management Systems will be implemented Issues in Green Building Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Building orientation to take advantage of solar access, shading, and natural lighting Effects of micro-climate on building Thermal efficiency of building envelope and fenestration Properly sized and efficient heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC)system Alternative energy sources. Minimization of electric loads from lighting, appliances, and equipment. Utility incentives to off- set costs. The following measures will be adopted for non conventional generation to reduce dependence of external power source. Code Section ECBC-2007, , Chapter 8 Maximum allowable power transformer losses ECBC-2007, 8.2.2, Chapter 8 Energy efficient motors ECBC-2007, , Chapter 8 ECBC-2007, , Chapter 8 ECBC-2007, 7.3, Chapter 7 Lighting ECBC-2007, 7.4, Chapter 7 Lighting Proposed for the Project Total losses at full load will be within 10% of rating of transformer. All motors shall be of high efficiency (90% approx.) for effecting energy conservation. All MDBs shall be in well ventilated / airconditioned areas, to keep the temperatures within limits for maximum efficiency. LT cables shall be designed considering all applicable de-rating factors and to keep voltage drop below permissible limit. Timer controlled lights in parking areas. External and Façade lighting shall be controlled by timer and part lighting in common areas & landscaped areas shall be solar driven. During operational Phase, appropriate energy conservation measures & management plan will be adopted in order to minimize the consumptions of non-renewable fuel. The following measures are suggested to be adopted. Compact fluorescent lamps/ LED lights will be used in place of incandescent and halogen lamps in all common areas and basement parking. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

202 PVC insulated copper conductor cable will be used for wiring purpose. The water supply pumping system will be provided with variable speed drive to conserve energy at part load. Lighting and switching will be designed by keeping in mind day light integration. Capacitor banks will be planned for improving the power factor of the power supply. By adopting these measures, a saving to the tune of within 10 to 12 % is estimated. 9.4 Direct and Indirect Environmental Impact Integrity of site and vegetation during construction will be preserved, Use of integrated pest management, herbal based pesticides will be used for pest control, Use of native plants for landscaping, (List of plants has been identified in and reported in Chapter 3 and Ecology and Biodiversity section), Minimization of disturbance to natural drainage of the area, development rainwater harvesting and treatment and recycle of waste water for the project activity. 9.5 Resource Conservation and Recycling Use of recyclable products and those with recycled material content, Reuse of building components, equipment, and furnishings, Minimization of construction waste and demolition debris through reuse and recycling, Easy access to recycling facilities for building occupants, Minimization of sanitary waste through reuse of gray water after treatment, Use of rain water for recharging of ground water, Water conservation in building operations by using water-saving devices, 9.6 Indoor Environmental Quality Volatile organic compound content of building materials will minimize due to use of water based paints, Minimization of opportunity for microbial growth by using herbal based pesticides and fungicides, ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

203 Adequate fresh air supply due to building design approach. 9.7 Community Issues to Be Kept In View at the Time Of Designing Local incentives, policies, regulations that promote green design under CSR activities will be implemented, Construction waste will be reused within site. Regional availability of environmental products and expertise will be used to maximum extent. 9.8 Energy Conservation The proposed project is residential. The total power requirement of the project is 5000 KW. In order to cater the same the fuel used for producing this energy are proposed to use following renewable source of energy. To install solar panels on the roof of residential units as well as other commercial and public amenity buildings wherever it is feasible. To install solar based street lights. Other Energy Conservation Measures To use LED Lamps in place of high pressure discharge lamps for the street lights. To use time based circuits for street light to switch off part of the lights during night hours. To use dimmer to reduce the illumination level to reduce the energy consumption. To use automation for all the mechanical plants like STP, WTP, Transmission Lines, etc. To use star rated high efficiency motors for all the plants. 9.9 Awareness Programme To bring a strict discipline in the end user, an awareness programme will be conducted to educate all type of end users to use. LED Lights wherever possible. To use dimmers and automation for all the lights. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

204 To use thermal insulation for building envelope to reduce the heat input. To activate lights, A/C or any other equipment on occupancy basis. Solid Waste Management for energy conservation We propose to recycle waste materials in to new products by sending the recyclable material to recycling plant. We propose to decompose the organic waste and to produce useful manure. Goal to Achieve via Eight Points by Conservation i. To produce energy with renewable source of energy like solar based equipments, ii. To use efficient, environment friendly light source like LED in place of fluorescent, Incandescent, Sodium or Metal halide lamps. iii. Automation of the street lights. iv. Automation of all mechanical plants and also to use stare rated motors & pumps. v. To use thermal protected building material to reduce HVAC Load. vi. To run awareness educational programme to all end users. vii. To send all recycle waste for process. viii. To overall reduce energy consumption and actively take part in energy conservation programme Environmental Attributes Management and Mitigation Adequate environmental management measures will be incorporated during the entire planning, pre-construction, construction and operating stages of the project to minimize any adverse environmental impact and assure sustainable development of the area. The mitigation measures which have been suggested for the construction and operating stages of the proposed development will include the following elements: Air Pollution Control and Management Noise Control and Management Water treatment and management Storm Water Management ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

205 Hazardous and Solid Waste Management Plantation and Landscaping Sewage Treatment Recycle and reuse Energy Conservation Emergency Response Plans for emergency scenarios Disaster Management Plan to cope up with natural and manmade hazards Environmental Management System Environmental Monitoring during pre-construction, and operational phase of project The EMP has been planned for the construction and operating stages of the project in order to implement the mitigation measures, which have been suggested for each environmental aspect. For the effective implementation of the EMP, an Environmental Management System (EMS) will be established for the proposed project, which will be implemented by a combined hierarchical team of Corporate Environmental division, Site In charge and personnel from planning group. The EMS will include the following: An Environmental Management cell Environmental Monitoring Program Personnel Training Regular Environmental Audits and Corrective Action Documentation Standard operating procedures for Environmental Management Plans and other records Conclusion Based on the environmental assessment, all possible environment aspects have been adequately assessed and addressed. Necessary control measures have been formulated to meet with statutory requirements, in the preparation of the EIA-EMP. The project will provide impetus to further future growth of the surrounding areas. Implementing this project will have significant positive impacts, thereby encouraging acceptance in terms of regional development. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

206 10.0 PROJECT BENEFITS 10.1 General The project site is situated at Plot No. GH-04, Sector Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Distt. Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. The site is well connected to Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, Ghaziabad railway station and Indira Gandhi International Airport. There are many educational institutions and colleges in the nearby area around the project site Physical Infrastructure Proposed group housing will help in meeting the growing residential needs of people; it also provides state-of-the-art apartments and modern terms of comfort and safety of its residential units along with commercial space, nursing homes and educational institute. Care has been taken to provide the occupants and visitors with necessary facilities as power, water supply, parking spaces and wide roads. Residential group housing project will provide encouragement to other housing projects. Adjoining roads will be widened and strengthened and linked to local market. Market will be developed to meet the daily needs of people of the living units. This will certainly improve the status of the people in the areas Economic Benefits Building construction project requires a large number of manpower in the form of labors. Though the surrounding area is urbanized, there are still plenty of unemployed persons who can be engaged as local labours. The total number of persons required for construction of the project will be around 400 including skilled, semi skilled and unskilled persons, thus same number of persons will have earnings from this project. In addition, local people may be engaged during construction and operation as security personal and maintenance staffs for this project which will have economical and social impact on the unemployed youths. The community can look forward to benefit due to more jobs and also better access to utilities. The benefit relate to the direct employment associated with the construction. Considering the increasing emphasis of employment and education in the village, the locals would have the opportunities for jobs, closer to their place of stay. Expenditure incurred by those employed at the project will boost local economy in the village. Jobs would be created for unskilled, semi skilled as well as skilled labour category, for which locals would be given preference and there by the overall development of the region is envisaged Environment Corporate Responsibility Following points will be covered under ECR Promotion of Education Gender equity and women empowerment Contribution to the Prime Minister s relief fund Employment enhancing vocational skills ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

207 Eradication of extreme hunger and poverty Reducing child mortality Environment Sustainability 10.5 Benefits To Women During the construction phase, the proposed project will provide opportunity of employment related to construction activities. During the operation phase there will be considerable opportunities of employment due to demand of domestic help and other such requirements of the habitants of the housing project. The proximity of the project site to nearby village will benefit such women, as their travel time will considerable reduce Increase In Land Value The prices of the land are likely to increase with the coming up of the project. Hence the proposed project will have beneficial impact Wider Economic Growth The proposed project will increase the economic activities around the area, creating avenues for direct/indirect employment in the post project period. There would be a wider positive economic impact in terms of generating opportunities for other business too. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

208 11.0 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION M/s Nirala Infratech Pvt. Ltd. intends for Expansion of Group housing project at Plot No. GH-04, Sector-Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The total plot area will be sq m and Sqm for Phase II. The Expansion of group housing, as planned, will have a total built up area of sq m. The REIA report has been prepared as per the proposed Expansion of Group housing. For this study, the impact zone shall confine within the radius of 10 km from the project boundary. For the purpose of certain environmental components, the radius has extended up to 10 km as well. The EIA is conducted using the baseline monitoring data collected from Feb, 2016 to April, 2016, assessing the potential impacts on different environmental components, designing the mitigation measures so as to keep impacts within acceptable limits and strengthening the positive impacts. The project will create an environment for residential excellence combined with the best of living standard. The project would ensure sustainable development. It can be concluded from the impact matrix that the proposed project would have an overall positive impact. The project will not have any significant negative environmental impacts. The associated potential adverse environmental impacts can be mitigated to an acceptable level by adequate implementation of the measures as stated in the Environmental Management Plan. After incorporation of environmental management plans, the environmental sustainability will be improved. Hence, the proposed project is a welcome development and may be accorded environmental clearance. ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

209 12.0 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT EIA consultancy organization: Ind Tech House Consult, G-8/6, Ground Floor, Rohini, Delhi , has been appointed as EIA consultant to carry out environmental impact assessment study and obtaining environmental clearance for the Expansion of Group Housing project at Plot No. GH-04, Sector-Techzone-IV, Greater Noida, UP. Accreditation to NABET Status: M/s Ind Tech House Consult has accredited the Consultancy organization in Ind Tech House Consult was assessed by the NABET and has accredited the Consultancy organization in 1) Building and Construction Projects 2) Common Municipal Solid Waste Management Facilities 3) Mining of minerals including Open cast/ Underground mining 4) Offshore and onshore oil and gas exploration, development & production 5) River Valley projects 6) Industrial estates/ parks/ complexes/areas, export processing zones(epzs),special economic zones (SEZs),Biotech parks, Leather complexes 7) Townships and Area development projects 8) Petro-Chemical complexes (Industries based on processing of petroleum fractions & natural gas and/ or reforming to aromatics 9) Oil & gas transportation pipeline (crude and refinery/ petrochemical products), passing through national parks/ sanctuaries/ coral reefs/ ecologically sensitive areas including LNG terminal 10) Isolated storage & handling of Hazardous chemicals (As per threshold planning quantity indicated in column 3 of schedule 2 & 3 of MSIHC Rules 1989 amended ) Ports, harbours, break waters and dredging and our organization is present at Sr. No. 87 in NABET accredited consultants list. INTELLECTUAL STRENGTH OF IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT I Name : Mr. Arvind Narayan Devikar 1 Status in the : Vice President & EIA Coordinator Organization 2 Educational Qualification : Bachelor of Architecture (Visvesvaraya Regional College of Engineering Nagpur (1973) 3 Work Experience : 44 Years 4 Work Experience : 12 years related to EIA More than 100 successful EIA projects in Building ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

210 Construction Sector 5 Previous Organizations Served : Senior Architect, CPWD, Directorate General, CPWD Nirman Bhawan ( ) 6 Specialization : Planning and Designing, Energy Efficient Buildings, Climate Responsive Architectural Design, Passive Energy in Buildings, Energy Conservation, Landscape and Environmental Impact Assessment 7 Additional Qualification : Evaluator and Trainer for GRIHA - Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment; Panel member for National Building Code 2005 in Landscaping, CED 46:p18; Architecture, Energy and Environment Lund University Sweden Planning and Design of Energy Efficient Building CPWD Ghaziabad; Post Graduate Diploma in Public Administration (IIPA) II Name : Mrs. Supriti Guha 1 Status in the : General Manager & EIA Coordinator Organization 2 Educational : B. Tech Chemical Engineering Qualification 3 Work Experience : 19 Years 4 Work Experience : 7 years related to EIA More than 80 EIA Studies 5 Previous Organizations Served : West Bengal Pollution Control Board for 12 years as Regional Officer 6 Specialization : Air Quality, Water Pollution, Solid and Hazardous Waste, Environmental Assessment for Industries and Thermal power Plant and Environmental Impact Assessment III Name : Mr. Suman Banerjee 1 Status in the : Managing Partner & EIA Coordinator Organization ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

211 2 Educational : B.E. Environmental Engineering Qualification 3 Work Experience : 15 Years 4 Work Experience : 12 Years related to EIA More than 50 successful EIA projects 5 Previous Organizations Served : Common - Hazardous Waste Management Facility at Taloja, Mumbai; Common - Biomedical Waste Management Facility at Taloja, Mumbai; Consultant for JBIC for Environment and Social Guideline Frame Work for Steel and Thermal Power Projects in India; Consultant for JICA for Dedicated Freight Corridor for DFCCL - Ministry of Railways, projects; EIA Consultant and Environmental Trainer for JBIC funded Kerala water supply project for Thiruvananthapuram, Meenad, Cherthala, Kozhikode & Pattuvam. 6 Specialization : Air Pollution, Water Pollution, Noise and Vibration, Green Building, Municipal Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste and Biomedical Waste; Environmental Impact Assessment for Building and Construction Projects, Highway Projects, Area Development Projects, Industrial Estate/ Park/ Leather Park Projects, SEZ, Oil and Natural Gas Exploration Projects, Mineral Beneficiation Projects, Highway and Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Projects; Noise and Vibration assessment and analysis expert 7 Additional Qualification : GRIHA Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment ECBC Energy Conservation Building Code EIA Trainer for CPWD Officials at CPWD Training Institute, Ghaziabad IV Name : Mr. Anand Kumar Dubey 1 Status in the : Partner Organization ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

212 2 Educational : M. Sc. Environment and Ecology Qualification 3 Work Experience : 11 years 4 Work Experience : 11 years related to EIA More than 50 successful EIA projects 5 Previous Organizations Served : - 6 Specialization : Environmental Impact Assessment for Building Construction, Industrial Estates/ Parks, Solid Waste Management, Area Development Projects, Oil and Natural Gas Exploration, Highway Projects, Air Quality, Water Quality, Solid Waste and Ecology and Biodiversity Expert V Name : Dr. Debasish Bhattacharya 1 Status in the : Social Expert Organization 2 Educational Qualification : Ph.D. IIT Kharagpur (Tribal Development/ Social Science) MRP Regional Planning IIT Kharagpur 3 Work Experience : 28 years 4 Work Experience : 23 years related to EIA More than 70 successful EIA projects 5 Previous Organizations Served : IIT Kharagpur Senior Project Manager; LEA Associates; SMEC India Pvt. Ltd.; Feedback Ventures Pvt. Ltd.; Nippon Koei; External Funding Agency Projects for World Bank, ADB, JICA. 6 Specialization : Tribal Development, Socio economic Development, Social Study in Forest Management, Preparation of RAP, SIA, SE Framework Development, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) VI Name : Dr. Chandrashekhar Anantrao Moghe ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

213 1 Status in the : EIA Coordinator; Organization Water Pollution, Soil Conservation Expert 2 Educational Qualification : M.Sc. Environmental Science (Nagpur University) Ph.D. 3 Work Experience : 36 years 4 Work Experience : 28 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : NEERI - Nagpur Served 6 Specialization : EIA 7 Specialized Study : Senior Executive Program on Environmental Management for Selected Asian Countries by APO Japan at Singapore; Initial Environmental Legislation and Internal Audit for EMS (ISO 14001); SIDA Financed Advanced International Training Program on EIA/SEA at Stockholm and Malmo (Sweden); Training on "Certified Measurement Uncertainty Analyst" Chemical Parameters - Centre for Electronics Test Engineering, Bangalore VII Name : Dr. Srikant Mishra 1 Status in the : Soil Expert Organization 2 Educational Qualification : Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Science; LLB; M.Sc. Agriculture; Ph.D. 3 Work Experience : 51 years 4 Work Experience : 6 Years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : Government Agricultural College Kanpur / Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur 6 Specialization : Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

214 VIII Name : Mr. Alok Pathak 1 Status in the : EIA Coordinator Organization Ecology and Biodiversity Expert; Air Pollution Expert; Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Expert. 2 Educational Qualification : Bachelor of Engineering - Civil; Master of Engineering - Management & IE; Diploma in Forestry - (FRI-Dehradun); LLB - CCSU Meerut 3 Work Experience : 28 Years 4 Work Experience : 10 Years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : Deputy Conservator of Forest (Govt. of Madhya Pradesh); General Manager (Corporate Affairs) - Adani Group; Addl. Vice President (Corporate Affairs) - Reliance ADA Group. 6 Specialization : Ecology & Biodiversity, Forestry 7 Specialized Study : MDP on Criteria & Indicators for Sustainable Development of Forests - Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal; Certificate Program on "Self Help Groups" by National Institute of Rural Development, Hyderabad IX Name : Mr. B. Kulaala Anandan 1 Status in the : General Manager - Corporate Relations Organization 2 Educational : Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Qualification 3 Work Experience : 15 Years 4 Work Experience : - - related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : Ramky Enviro Engineers Ltd. Garware Wall Ropes Ltd. 6 Specialization : Customer Relations 7 Specialized Courses : NEBOSH - International General Certification in ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

215 Occupational Health & Safety; IOSH - Institution of Occupational Safety & Health X Name : Mr. Sameer Vilasrao Deshpande 1 Status in the : Ecology and Biodiversity Expert Organization 2 Educational : M.Sc. Botany Qualification 3 Work Experience : 11 years 4 Work Experience : 11 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : National Environmental Engineering Research Institute - NEERI Nagpur 6 Specialization : Biological Monitoring, preparation of Biodiversity report, conservation plan for scheduled plant and animals, green belt development plan XI Name : Dr. Rahul Ramarao Deshmukh 1 Status in the : Social Expert Organization 2 Educational Qualification : Ph.D. Social Work (R&R), Nagpur University; Master of Social Work 3 Work Experience : 11 years 4 Work Experience : 11 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : National Environmental Engineering Research Institute - NEERI Nagpur 6 Specialization : Socio Economic Monitoring, Rehabilitation and Resettlement, Corporate Social Responsibility XII Name : Mr. Umesh Pratap Singh Chauhan 1 Status in the : General Manager -Projects ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

216 Organization 2 Educational : M.Sc. Geology Qualification 3 Work Experience : 32 years 4 Work Experience : 10 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : Uttar Pradesh State Mineral Development Corporation Ltd.; Directorate of Geology and Mining 6 Specialization : Senior Geologist; Mining Plan; R&D project for Mining and Quality Control; Exploration, Surveying and Mapping. XIII Name : Dr. Manoj Kumar Mishra 1 Status in the : Air Pollution, Meterology, Modeling and Noise and Vibration Organization Expert 2 Educational Qualification : M.Tech. Atmospheric Sciences University of Pune Ph.D. Atmospheric Sciences (Air Quality Modelling and Micrometeorology IIT Delhi) 3 Work Experience : 19 years 4 Work Experience : 19 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : IIT Delhi Research Associate SENES Consultants India Pvt. Ltd. 6 Specialization : Air and Noise Impact Assessment Studies; Air Quality and Noise Modeling by ISCST3, AERMOD, CALPUFF, OCD, CALINE, INM, DHAWANI, TNM, etc.; Air and Noise Modeling for Coal and Gas fired industries, landfill, helipads, airports, wind farms, highways & SEZ Projects; 7. Specialized Study : Coastal Atmospheric Boundary Layer (CABL) field experiment at Kalpakkam in collaboration with Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) Kalpakkam, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) Mumbai and Institute of ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

217 Meteorology and Physics, University of Agriculture, Forestry and Renewable Resources Vienna, Austria XIV Name : Dr. Suraj Kumar Sharma 1 Status in the : Hydrology, Ground Water, Water Conservation, Geology Organization and Land Use Expert 2 Educational Qualification : M.Sc. Geology Jammu University Diploma in Remote Sensing Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS Dehradun) Diploma in Advance Course in Remote Sensing ITC, The Netherlands 3 Work Experience : 48 years 4 Work Experience : 9 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : Assistant Geologist Geological Survey of India Director Hydrogeology Central Ground Water Authority Member Hydrogeology Central Ground Water Authority 6 Specialization : Water Harvesting; Water Shed Management; Ground Water Study under NNRMS Program along with ISRO; Appraisal and Examination of Environmental Projects of MoEF; Interpretation and Analysis of Aerial photographs and satellite imageries and providing S&T inputs to ground water projects in the states, investigation and exploration of ground water resources; Geological and hydro-geological data processing. XV Name : Dr. Bideh Shukla 1 Status in the : Project Incharge Organization 2 Educational Qualification : Ph.D. Botany ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

218 3 Work Experience : 15 years 4 Work Experience : 5 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations Served : B.H.U., I-Service India (Pvt. Ltd.), Dimension India Network (Pvt.) Ltd. 6 Specialization : GIS, Water Pollution, Ecology XVI Name : Mr. Satish Verma 1 Status in the : Project Coordinator Organization 2 Educational : M.Tech. Energy & Environment Management Qualification 3 Work Experience : 04 Years 4 Work Experience : 03 Years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : United Spirits Limited, Shahjahanpur Served 6 Specialization : EIA XVII Name : Mr. Soumya Dwivedi 1 Status in the : Risk and Hazard Expert Organization 2 Educational : B.E. Chemical Qualification 3 Work Experience : 07 years 4 Work Experience : 07 years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : Mantec Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Served 6 Specialization : Risk and Hazard Study for Oil & Gas Pipeline and Depots, Ports, Harbors& Jetties and Thermal Power Plant XIX Name : Mr. Manish Kumar Shukla ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

219 1 Status in the : Project Executive (Geology, Hydro-Geology, Landuse) Organization 2 Educational Qualification : M.Sc (Applied Geology), Diploma( GIS & Remote Sensing), Geological Survey of India 3 Work Experience : 05 Years 4 Work Experience : 03 Years related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : None Served 6 Specialization : EIA XX Name : Indra Kumar 1 Status in the : Project Executive Organization 2 Educational : B.Tech. Electronics and Commutations Qualification 3 Work Experience : 01 year 4 Work Experience : 01 Year related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : None Served 6 Specialization : Mapping XXI Name : Saurabh Bhardwaj 1 Status in the : Project Executive Organization 2 Educational : Bachelor in Computer Application Qualification 3 Work Experience : 5 Years 4 Work Experience : 1 Year related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : Haryana State Pollution Control Board Served 6 Specialization : Consent Management ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

220 XXII Name : Monika Singh 1 Status in the : Project Executive Organization 2 Educational : M. Tech. - Environmental Science & Engineering Qualification 3 Work Experience : 2 Year 4 Work Experience : 2 Year related to EIA 5 Previous Organizations : - - Served 6 Specialization : EIA ITHC/PRJ /17-18/EIA/ IND TECH HOUSE CONSULT

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