E464 BWU0A GALI PROJECT Volume5 TI}RSMISSION SYSTEM Prepared for; UGANDA NILE A POWER Richmond, UK . G I V~~~~~~~~~I w'4~~~~~~~~~- %~~~~~~ TECHNICAL APPENDICES X -"- -March. 2001- 7 / _ ,,. _____________,______ %. / I. ,,, ;s.. 'Ni i ,,'11. -, I I -~~~ Technical Resettlement Tlmii vO Resettlement Appendices and LW A Plan Development (RAP) Action Plan (RCDAP) The complete Bujagali Project EIA consists of 7 documents Note: The transmission system documentafion is, for the most part the same as that submitted to the Ugandan Natfional Fnvironmental Management Auithority (NEMA) in December 2000. Details of the changes made to the documentation betwieen December 2000 and the present submiss on are available from A ES NP O*ly te graphics that nave been chaiged since December, 2000 'a,ve n-ew dtes. I ILI: DOCUr4ENI CHIAHI.CDR BUJAGALI PROJECT TRANSMISSION SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT APPENDICES Prepared for: AES Nile Power Richmond, UK Approved by: Prepared by: ESG International Inc. Guelph, Canada _ Peter Somers and Approved by: WS Atkins International Epsom, UK Brett Ogilvie in association with Development Consultants International (DCI) Ltd., Kampala, Uganda and African Development and Economic Consultants (ADEC) Ltd., Nairobi, Kenya February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendices Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS * Appendix A: Terms of Reference Appendix B: List of Study Team Appendix C. 1: Description of Soils Within the Region Appendix C.2: Climatic Infornation for the Region Appendix C.3: Flora and Fauna Within Forest Reserves Appendix C.4: Extracts from the Forest Management Plan for Mabira Forest Reserve, March 1999 Appendix C.5: Extracts from the Forest Management Plan for Mabira Forest Reserve, July 1997 - June 2007 Appendix C.6: Presence/Absence Data for Plants at Sites 1-9 Appendix C.7: Woody Species Above 3 cm dbh and their Abundance at Each Site Appendix C.8: Species Accumulation Curves for Plant Species at Each Transect Site Appendix C.9: List of Birds Recorded in Mabira, Kifu, and Namyoya Forest Reserves Appendix C.10: Bird Species Recorded During 80 Point Counts at Eight Sites in Mabira Forest Appendix C. 11: Analysis of Time-Species Counts for Mabira, Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves Appendix C. 12: Vegetation Surveys Undertaken in Mabira, Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves Appendix C. 13: Report on the Assessment Study in Mwola (also known as Namyoya) Forest Reserve Appendix D. 1: Brief Assessment of the Proposed Replacement Forests in the Mitigation Plan to the Imnpacts of the 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave Through Mabira Forest Reserve Appendix D.2: Environmental Economic Assessment of the 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave Through Mabira Forest Reserve Appendix D.3: Mitigation Plan to the Environmental Economic Inpacts of the 220 kV Electrica Transmission Line Wayleave Through Mabira Forest Reserve Appendix E: Minutes of Meetings With the Ugandan Electricity Board Appendix F: WS Atkins' Notes of Febniary, 2000 Evaluating Kawanda-Area Substation Sites Appendix G: Site Description and Settlement Pattems Along the Preferred Transmission System Route Appendix H: Public Consultation and Disclosure Plan Appendix 1. 1: Skanska Environmental Policy Appendix 1.2: 'Our Way of Working' Appendix 1.3: Draft Project Plan Appendix 1.4: SEO/EWE Manager's Job Description * Appendix 1.5: Site Inspection Sheet Appendix 1.6: Example of Environmental Mapping AES Nile Power February, 2001 A APPENDIX A TERMS OF REFERENCE Bujagali lroject Transinuision Svstemn EIS Appendix A 1. TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE EIA STUDY OBJECTIVES 1.1 The objective of the study is to carry out a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the proposed Transmission lines in accordance with the guidelines of the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) July 1977 and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), namely 'Procedures for Environmental and Social Review of Projects, November 1977 and policy statements including: * OP 4.01 Environmental Assessment; * OP 4.04 Natural Habitats; * OP 4.11 Management of Cultural Property; * OP 4.12 Involuntary Resettlement; * OP 4.36 Forestry. 1.2 Under IFC guidelines transmission line projects are classed as Category B. The scope of the EIA is thus narrower than for Category A projects. However the EIA is still required to examine the projects positive and negative impacts of the proposed transmission towers, lines and corridor and recommend mitigation measures to prevent, minimise, mitigate or compensate for adverse impacts. STUDY METHODOLOGY 1.3 The EIA is to include an assessment of the physical, biological socio-economic and cultural environments. The assessment will include the following activities * Review of the policy, legal and administrative framework; * Description of the proposed project; * Baseline studies to describe the existing environmental and socio-economic conditions in the area influenced by the project; * Assessment of potential environmental impacts; * Evaluation of mitigation measures; * * Consultation; * Reporting. AES Nile Power 1 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmiission System EIS Appendix A Review of the Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework 1.4 A review of the country's legal and administrative framework must be carried out to ensure that the project is in accordance with the national, and where appropriate international, environmental standards and social requirements. Description of the Proposed Project 1.5 The assessment will address the impacts of the following: (i) The construction of two 132kV lines running southwards from the site of the proposed Bujagali power project, one joining the Tororo line and the other joining the southern portion of the existing Tororo line leading to Owen Falls; (ii) The construction of a 220kV Iink from Bujagali to Namyoya and extending to Kawanda; (iii) The construction of a 132kV link from Kawanda to Mutundwe; (iv) The construction of a new sub-station at Kawanda and extension of the substation at Mutundwe. 1.6 Proposed routes are indicated on Figure 3. 0 1.7 Surveying and design of the proposed transmission lines has not yet been carried out. T he assessment will therefore be confined to the broad impact of the corridor itself rather than detailed proposals such as tower sites and specific locations for construction access roads. Baseline Studies 1.8 The baseline surveys are intended to provide a measure of the existing state of the environment against which future changes due to the project can be assessed and monitored. Account will be taken of any changes anticipated before the project commences and other major development activities within the area not directly related to the project. The baseline description will cover all significant environrmental characteristics in the natural and socio-economic domains. The broad study area for the baseline survey is shown on Figure I although the area of study will vary according to the particular topic under consideration. 1.9 Concerning the natural environment the following baseline studies will be undertaken: * geology, soils and ground conditions; * topography and drainage; AES dile Power 2 Februarv, 260] Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix .4 * terrestrial vegetation and fauna; * sensitive sites of high environmental value; T * plans and policies for environmental protection. 1.10 Particular attention will need to be paid to establishing existing conditions within Mabira Forest, other forest areas and within wetlands. 1.11 Concerning the socio-economic environment the following baseline studies will be undertaken: * administrative boundaries; * population density and distribution; * land use and settlement pattern; * social services and community facilities; * access; * recreation and tourism: * antiquities; -- planning policies and proposals. Assessment of Potential Environmental Impacts 1.12 A detailed assessment of the positive and negative, direct and indirect, immediate and long term and permanent and temporary impacts of the project during construction and operation will be carried out. Impacts will be assessed in either qualitative or quantitative terms according to their inherent nature and the availability of adequate data to enable predictive analysis to be undertaken. 1.13 The impact assessment will consider the transmission line (including conductors, towers and supports), its right of way, switchyards, substations and potential locations for access roads for construction purposes. 1.14 The full range of potential significant impacts on both the natural and human environmnent will be assessed including the following * impact on flora and fauna; * impact on drainage and water resources; * impact on landscape and visual amenity; * impact on recreation; * * impact on land use and agriculture: * impact on protected areas; * impact on property, settlements and community facilities; ALS Nile Power 3 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix A * health and safety aspects; * induced development resulting from improved access; * security implications. Mitigation Measures 1.15 Cost effective mitigation measures to reduce or avoid adverse impacts or to enhance beneficial impacts will be identified. These will comprise both minor modifications to the proposed route corridor and the introduction of protection measures within ihe vicinity of the project. The extent to which the different mitigation measures v ill reduce the scale of impacts arising from the project will be evaluated and unavoidable residual impacts will be identified. 1.16 Where possible close consultation with the engineering design team will be required to ensure that mitigation measures are taken on board in the design of the transmission lines. 1.17 Where environmental damage is either unavoidable or irreversible, compensation measures for environmental improvements will be recommended. 1.18 Proposals for monitoring in each area of impact will be specified setting out lhe method of monitoring and agency responsibilities. Consultation 1.19 In accordance with NEMA guidelines consultation is required at two stages in the EIA process - namely during the preparation of the draft environmental assessment and following the completion of the draft report. The purpose of the consultations is twofold - to obtain background data and information and to seek the views of relevant authorities, agencies and individuals on the project, its impacts and potent ial mitigation measures. Consultation will be required with the following: * UEB - with regard to route adjustments, rights of way, policies for la:nd acquisition, leasing of land, proposals for substation development and extension; * NEMA; * Resident District Commissioners; * LC5's, LC3's LCI's; A ES Nile Power 4 February, 2001 Btfj/agali Project T7ansmission System EIS Appendix A * Ministry of Health; Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries; * Ministry of Water. Lands and the Environment; * Forest Department; * National Wetlands Conservation Management Programme; * Ministry of Works, Housing and Communications; * Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities; * Any relevant NGO's. Reporting 1.20 The draft EIA will be prepared in the format required by NEMA and IFC and will include the following sections: * a non-technical executive summary setting out the main conclusions, issues to be resolved and actions to be taken; * an introductory section dealing with the purpose of the project and its setting within the present energy situation and programmes for expansion in Uganda; * a review of the policy, legal and administrative framework; * a description of the proposed project and alternatives; * a description of the baseline conditions including natural and socio-economic environment; * the assessment of potential environmental effects including methods and techniques used and issues of risk and uncertainty; * evaluation of mitigation measures and residual impacts; * appendices to include a bibliography and list of consultations. AES Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmnission System EIS .Appendix A 1.21 The report should be illustrated with plans at an appropriate scale as required to illustrate baseline conditions, impacts and mitigation measures. 1.22 Following consideration of the draft EIA by consultees and receipt of comment-; a final EIA report should be prepared. KEY ISSUES 1.23 As a result of the scoping study the key issues to be addressed in the EIA can be summarised as follows: * Impact On Population And Settlement It will be important to consider the impact on the population and settlements in the area to seek to minimise adverse visual impacts, possible public health and safety risks, resettlement, severance of land holdings and access, and disturbance and disruption during construction. Minimisation of the impact on settlement also reduces compensation costs. The study should therefore consider minor route adjustments and mitigation measures to reduce adverse impacts. * Impacts On Health And Safety The EIA should consider health and safety issues and those of corona, noise and electrical fields of influence. It is important to consider safety during construction, safety during maintenance operations and minimisation of fre hazards and risks of electrocutions. Of particular importance is the issue of electro magnetic radiation and a literature review of current thinking should be undertaken. Outline risk assessments should be undertaken based on exposure levels for communities adjacent to the line. * Impacts On Ecology And Wildlife The impact on the Mabira Forest is of particular importance. Detailed survey work in consultation with the Forest Department will be required to establish the value of the forest in the immediate vicinity of the proposed route and the design of mitigation measures. The Forest Management Plan proposals should be considered. A general survey of the flora along the route through the Mabira Forest Reserve and a detailed survey of the 6km adjacent to the Strict Nature Reserve should be conducted. AES Nile Power 6 February, 2001 Bitjagali Project Transmission Systeni EIS 4ppendix A The risk of bird strike, particularly in forest areas and along the line from Bujagali to the Tororo line, which is in close proximity to the Jinja Wildlife Sanctuary should be considered. It is not considered that the impact on fauna will be critical along the routes. However this will require confirmation. * Impacts On Wetlands The impact on the Lubigi swamp will need to be carefully assessed and detailed survey work undertaken in collaboration with the National Wetlands Conservation Management Programme. The study will assess the value of the swamp in the affected area and include the design of mitigation measures to ensure that potential damage to important swamp vegetation is minimised. Consultation will also be required with the Ministry of Work-s over the routing and timing of the construction of the proposed northern by-pass for Kampala. * Disturbance And Disruption During Construction The major impacts of the proposed transmission line will occur during the construction phase. Impacts will result from the preparation of laydown areas, the construction of access roads, site works at substations and individual tower sites. Whilst, as explained above, details are not yet known, attention should be paid to potential impacts and areas to be avoided for construction sites or access roads should be specified. Particular considerations include disturbance and disruption to communities and impacts on the natural environment including impacts on the drainage system, noise, and air pollution. 1.24 Other impacts to be considered include the landscape and visual impact, impact on heritage and antiquities and impacts on protected areas. However there are no National Parks, Wildlife Reserves, Controlled Hunting areas or Wildlife Sanctuaries within the study area. EXPERTISE REQUIRED FOR THE STUDY 1.25 A wide range of expertise will be required for the study including the following disciplines: * Project Manager. To be responsible for overseeing the project and co- ordinating the various inputs from technical specialists. The project manager should be familiar with the EIA process in Uganda and aware of local environmental issues and the study area; AES Vile Power 7 Februari, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix A * Natural Resources specialists. Specialists will be required in botany, zoology, ornithology and terrestrial and aquatic ecology. They should be familiar with local conditions particularly in the forest areas and swamps of Uganda; * Landscape architect. An experienced landscape architect will be required with knowledge of techniques of visual impact assessment and landscape assessment; * Health and safety specialist. A specialist in health and safety aspects will be required with experience in potential effects of electro magnetic radiation on the population in the vicinity of the power lines and other health and saf.ty aspects; * Power Transmission Engineer. The services of an experienced power transmission engineer should also be made available to liaise on a technical level with UEB, and the design engineering consultants, advise on technic:al and engineering feasibility and associated costs of mitigation measures and possible adjustments to the route alignment; * Land use planner. A land use planner will be required to undertake the assessment of the impact on population, settlement and land use, particularly agriculture, along the corridor; a Social Scientist / Community Consultation specialist. A sociologist will be required essentially to seek the views of the affected communities on ihe proposal. The sociologist should be Ugandan, well versed in local issues, and able to communicate effectively with local communities; * EIA specialist. An EIA specialist will be required to consider general environmental conditions such as topography, geology, drainage and hydrological issues. The particular role of this specialist will be to evaluate general environrnental issues in the physical and biological environment including potential impacts in terms of run-off and impact on drainage systems, water resources and water quality; * Legal advisor. A legal specialist will be required to advise on the legal context for the preparation of the EIA. He should have particular knowledge of the National Environment Statute 1995, the Uganda Constitution 1995 and the Land Act 1998 and their implications for the project. AES Nile Power 8 February, 2001 Btjagali Project Transmission Svstem E7S Appendix A SCHEDULE AND WORK PROGRAMME 1.26 The study should be carried out within a two month period. During the initial period St surveys, consultations. report reviews and baseline studies should be undertaken. This will be followed by the impact assessment, the design of mitigation measures and proposals for monitoring. A draft Environmental Impact Statement should be prepared after two months for submission to the lead agency for onward transmission to NEMA who will then circulate it to interested parties and stakeholders. Following consultation on the draft the final report should be prepared taking into account comments received. . AES NilePower 9 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Trans,nission System EIS Appendix A . This page is intentionally blank. ABESNile Power 10 February, 26C91 w APPENDIX B LIST OF STUDY TEAM Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix B EIA TEAM MEMBERS* Team Member Position tQualifications UK- Based Consultants I K Mathieson Team Leader BA (Hons). MIAgE R I Collinson Health and Safety Expert BSc (Hons) MSc CBiol MCIWEM J Arnott Social Planner BA MPhil MRTPI N C Oxley EIA expert (scoping report) BSc MSc MCIWEM C A Harris Electrical Engineer HNC MIEE B G Ogilvie Natural Sciences Co-ordinator BSc MSc PhD Cbiol MCIWEM A Shuttleworth Visual Amenity Specialist BA (Hons) BPhil AMLI Uganda-Based Consultants J M Byagagaire Agriculturist BSc Dip Agr Ms C Kakooza Legal Specialist LLB LLM D Pomeroy Ornithologist MA (Cantab) PhD A B Katende Botanist Dip Forestry R Kityo Zoologist BSc (Hons) MSc P Ssegwa Botanist BSc (Hons) I Owiunzi Ornithologist BSc (Hons) MSc H Bakamwesiga Botanist BSc (Hons) MSc V A 0 Okoth Agriculturalist BSc PhD P K Baddu Social scientist BA (Hons) MSc C Wabwire Social scientist Dip Dev Admin MA . France-Based Consultant F. Giovannetti I Resettlement Specialist Canada-Based Consultants** L Doran Team Leader Bsc (Hons) Msc P Somers Documentation Co-ordinator BES (Hons) R Turland _ Impact Assessment Specialist BSc (Hons) MEDes C Schaerer Natural Resources Specialist BSc (Forestry) MSc S Smith I Graphics Coordinator BSc MSc * - Listed in this table are the consultants who assisted ASESNP in the preparation of this EIS. The EIS effort was greatly assisted by AESNP team members in Uganda and the UK with respect to the collection and analysis of data utilised in the EIS, especially for the RAP, Forest reserve offset and legal and regulatory sections. ** - ESG International Inc. was the Canada-based consultant. Their role was to assist in the preparation of graphics and re-packaging, writing and editing of information and data collected by other members of the EIA team. AES Nile Poiver 1 February, 2001 BLtagali Project Transmission System E1S Appendix B . This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES Nile Power 2Febr-uary, 200)1 c APPENDIX C.1 DESCRIPTION OF SOILS WITHIN THE REGION Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C APPENDIX C.1 DESCRIPTION OF SOILS WITHIN THE REGION Buganda Catena is characteristic of the Ntenjeru, Buikwe, Seeta and Nakisuga areas. It consists of shallow, skeletal soils developed from either quartzite or ironstone on summits and upper slopes and deep red or red-brown clay loams occurring on pediments. The latter are often associated with truncated and ferruginized soil profiles occurring in the lower sections of the pediments. Frequently, an extensive quartz dyke may be present in the hill summits with sandy or stony soils down slope. The Kyebe Catena occurs in the areas of Ngogwe and south of Buikwe. The soils are closely related to the Buganda soils and particularly to the loamy associates of Buganda Catena. They differ from the latter in respect to relief that consists of hills with rounded summits and generally steeper and shorter pediments, and in short to medium grass savanna expanses of Penniseturn purpoureum. Soils are lighter in texture (sandy loams) being probably derived from fine-grained sandstone and quartzites rather than schists as in the Buganda catena, and are generally shallower. The catena has a greater proportion of the area occupied by shallow, bouldery and excessively drained soils at the summits and steep upper slopes. Soils associated with strongly dissected reniants of the Buganda surface generally occur on gently rolling hills with rounded summits at 1,300 m to 1,500 m ASL. Most of these summits possess broken up and disintegrated boulders of laterite instead of extensive sheets as in the Buganda catena. The pediments are long and more gently inclined, with slope gradients of 5 to 8 percent and dissected by broad valleys. The parent material of the upland soil series of these catenas is derived predominantly from the weathering products of Basement Complex gneisses and granitic rocks which give rise to red or brown loams with varying quantities of quartz gravel and stones. The Mirambi Catena is common in the area of Lugazi, Nyenga and parts of Ngogwe. The Lugazi and Ngogwe areas are located close to the transmission line alignment. Analytically, the Mirambi soils are much less acidic and less leached than those of the Buganda and Kyebe catenas. The soils of the Mabira Catena are generally ferralitic sandy clay loams with black waterlogged clays in the valley bottoms. The Mabira catena is characteristic of the entire Mabira Forest Reserve and the adjacent villages of Najjembe and Kawolo. The general relief of this series is somewhat steeper and the hills themselves are more ridge-like in appearance with long and generally rounded crests than the catenas previously described. In this series the upland soil sequence is derived from two different bands of parent material. The summit and upper slopes are developed over relic ironstone and the pediment soils from weathering products of phyllite with minor occurrences of aphibolite, which give rise to red or yellow clays. The red associates of the Mabira Catena are strongly laterized and contain well developed murram horizons. The soil has a high clay content (well over 60 percent in the lower horizons) and generally a good nutrient status, particularly in respect of organic matter (4 to 6 percent carbon) and exchangeable bases. Agriculturally, Mabira soil series are extensively cultivated and are generally very productive supporting all the comnmonly grown annual and perennial crops. AES Nile Power ] February. 2001 Bujaga/i Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C The Bujagali area is characterised by heavy loamy soils known as the Nakabango Catena that are generally rich in nutrients. These soils are usually between 0.15 m and 1.0 m deep. A variety of clays. light soils and sandy loamy soils are commonly found in valleys with a well- defined course and shallow alluvium in beds. There are also ferrisol (red) soils forme(c on 0 basic rocks. The Nakabango series is also characteristic of the sugarcane plantation area. It is associated with rolling to gently rolling hills with summits 1300 - 1500 m ASL. The general relief, climate and vegetation are very similar to that of the Mabira catena with which the Nakabango Series forms a complex at some points. The parent material of the pediment soils is derived from weathering products of basic rocks, amphibolite schists and dolerites which on weathering give rise to bright red or reddish brown clays. It may easily be distinguished from all other upland soils in Buganda by its stickiness when wet and the relatively wide and irregular cracking on drying due to the almost complete absence of a quartz sand fraction. The Nakabango medium soil (upper pediment) is normally well drained. The brown colour of this series may indicate impeded internal drainage; however, a low content of iron oxides, which have not been fully released from ferro-magnesian minerals, may also be a contributing factor. The Nakabango soils are characteristically fertile and support a wide range of agricultural crops. The most productive coffee farms and the SCOUL sugar estate are situated on these soils. AES Nile Power 2 February, 2'J01 APPENDIX C.2 CLIMATIC INFORMATION FOR THE REGION Bujacgali Project Tranismission System EIS Appendix C APPENDIX C.2 CLIMATIC INFORMATION FOR THE REGION , Table 1: Mean Monthly Rainfall (R) and Potential Evapotranspiration (PET) in Different Parts of Mukono District (mm) Month Bbale Nte jeru Nakifuma Mukono Buikwe Buvuma R PET R PET R |PET R PET R PET R PET Jan 34 152 46 140 5 8 138 100 136 88 132 74 13 Feb 54 144 60 134 72 132 108 130 96 126 84 128 Mar 102 152 108 142 120 140 214 138 178 136 150 1 138 Apr 182 124 182 120 190 118 240 116 224 116 208 118 May 146 118 136 112 134 112 228 110 182 108 170 108 June 78 108 60 106 66 106 100 106 84 104 76 106 July 82 110 70 106 70 106 94 108 78 106 62 106 Aug 122 116 106 114 106 114 104 116 96 112 64 114 Sep 120 124 102 122 106 120 112 _122 102 120 76 124 Oct 132 132 132 128 136 126 1A4 128 150 126 114 130 Nov 114 134 120 126 136 124 196 122 170 122 138 124 Dec 64 1]42 72 134 84 132 1 120 128 116 124 116 124 Yearly 1230 1556 1194 1484 1278 1468 1760 1460 1564 1432 1]332 1454 Source: Meteorology Department, Kampala . Table 2: Meteorological Measurements at Kituza Agricultural Research Station Month Max Temp Min. Temp. Relative | Relative Mean Mean (°C) D(C) llumidity % Humidity % Sunshine Rainfall (0600 hrs) (1200 hrs) Hrs/da Jan 27.5 14.5 88 64 7.1 68 Feb 27.2 15.1 92 66 6.0 108 Mar 26.8 15.8 89 72 5.5 175 A r 26.1 16.0 89 74 5.1 203 May 25.8 15.9 89 75 5.6 1 165 Jun 25.6 14.9 88 71 6.0 83 Jul 25.1 14.3 91 71 5.3 62 Aug 25.7 14.2 90 71 5.2 81 Sept 26.4 14.7 86 69 5.8 130 Oct 26.8 15.5 86 69 4.9 160 Nov 26.7 15.2 86 70 5.5 243 Dec 26.5 14.7 | 88 70 6.9 1 132 Source: Meteorology Department, Kampala AES Nile Power 1 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C 0 This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES Nile Power 2 Februarv, 200] APPENDIX C.3 FLORA AND FAUNA WITHIN FOREST RESERVES Bujagali Pro jecl Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C APPENDIX C.3 FLORA AND FAUNA WITHIN FOREST RESERVES , A. Literature Review of Flora and Fauna in Mabira Forest Reserve Vegetation The vegetation in Mabira Forest Reserve is categorised as medium altitude moist semi- deciduous forest and is considered to be at a sub-climax stage, highly disturbed and heavily influenced by man (Howard, 1994). Birds The best known animal group in Mabira Forest, birds have been the subject of a considerable amount of survey work including regular surveys (summarised by Carswell, 1986). The bird species list now stands at 287 species of which 109 were recorded during the 1992-1994 Forest Department survey (Davenport et al., 1996). These include three species listed as threatened in the Red Data Books (Collar et al., 1994): the Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea), the Papyrus Gonolek (Laniarius mufumbin) and Nahan's Francolin (Francolin nahani). Mammals The most comprehensive published study of mammals found in Mabira FR was carried out by the Forest Department between 1992 -1994. Their findings, contained in Biodiversity Report No. 13 (Davenport et. al. 1996) documented 17 new species of small mammals found in the forest. The Tropical Forest Diversity project studied woody vegetation, birds and mammals in the Mabira Forest between 1987-88. Although no documentation from that work has been published, field notes were accessed in compiling the total species list for Mabira (see below). Other documentation on Mabira Forest mammals is rather scanty but includes Kingdon (1971) on Mangabeys and Red-tailed monkeys and a few records for rodents in Delany (1975). According to the Forest Department in 1996, a high proportion of the small mammal species in Mabira are forest-dependent, and include Deomys ferrugineus and Scutisorex somereni, closed forest-dependent specialists which are often regarded as two of the most sensitive indicators of forest disturbance. The Ugandan endemic shrew (Crocidura selina), previously recorded only in Mabira Forest (Nicoll and Ruthbun, 1990) was again recorded during the Forest Department surveys (Davenport et al., 1996). Butterflies and moths Mabira FR is considered rich in tenns of its butterfly fauna (Davenport et al., 1996), supporting a high percentage of forest-dependent butterflies, as well as a number of uncommon and restricted-range species. Despite a recent history of intensive human disturbance in this forest, the butterfly fauna has shown marked resilience. The reserve is home to two sub-species endemic to Uganda: Tanuetheira timon orientius, whose range is limited to Ugandan forests; and, Acraea lycoa entebbia, known to occur only in central and eastem Uganda (Davenport et al., 1996). The moth fauna is typical of large forests situated on the Lake crescent, supporting a few rainforest species from West and Central Africa. A total of 52 hawkmoth and 45 silkmoth AES Nile Power 1 Februari', 2001 Buajagali Project 7ransmission System EJS Appendix C species were recorded by Davenport et al. (1996). These were species predominantly characteristic of closed canopy forest and forest edge, with several lowland species present. Compared with other major forests in the south and west of the country, Mabira is a high- ranking site for silkmoths, but less so for hawkmoths. 0 B. Surveys of Flora and Fauna in Forest Reserves For the purpose of this survey vascular plants, birds and mammals were selected for investigation based largely on their suitability as biological 'indicators'. Locations of Detailed Survey Sites Ten sites were selected for detailed surveys of flora and fauna within Mabira (8 sites) and Kifu (I site) and Namyoya (also known as Mwola) (I site) Forest Reserves. More attention was paid to Mabira Forest as it has the longest length of transmission line crossing it, and its forest cover is in relatively better condition than the other two reserves. Kifu Forest Rest. rve is mainly used for research, i.e., regeneration tests and trials of new species. Namyoya Forest Reserve is in the process of being leased to private landowners in 12 ha blocks for private woodlot cultivation. The area of the forest reserve through which the proposed transmiss,ion line will go. was leased out in 2000. Fauna surveys involved belt transects at each site, extending 250 m into the forest each side of the existing transmission line. Tower numbers on the existing transmission line were iused as reference points for physical location. Sites were selected at about 1500 m intervals through the forest, and together they included: - the range of altitudes represented on the reserves; - slopes of different aspects; and, - all different habitat features, such as water courses, canopy cover. Locations of transect sites in relation to towers on the existing transmission line are outlined below in Table 1 of this Appendix and included on Fig 3.1 in Chapter 3. Sites 1 - 8 were located in Mabira FR while Site 9 was in Kifu FR. At Site 10 (within Namyoya FR), cnly fauna surveys were carried out, as the flora was largely restricted to eucalyptus plantations Table 1: Locations of sites used for ecological survey, with respect to towers on the existing transmission line. Site Tower No. Site 1 Tower 179 Site 2 Tower 174 Site 3 River Waliga (between Towers 169 and 170) Site 4 Tower 164 Site 5 Tower 158 Site 6 Tower 154 Site 7 Tower 149 Site 8 Tower 144 Site 9 Tower 66 AES Nile Power 2 February, 2001 Buijagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C Flora surveys The specific objectives of the flora surveys were to determine: * Floral abundance and richness by using the belt transect method. * Forest composition and age, based on size-classes, using diameter at breast height (dbh), canopy cover, and abundance of colonising species. Survey Methods A quadrat of 1O m x 10 m was centred on every tower through which the transects cut, and each plant species in the quadrat recorded. These are the 'impact' species that have been exposed over time to stress and trampling during the operation of the transmission line, and use of the wayleave for access and/or grazing by local farners. Another series of quadrats of 20 m x 10 m were located at intervals of 50 m along a line extending 250 m into the forest either side of the transmission line. All plants below 3 cm dbh were identified to species level and listed. All representatives of woody species over 3 cm dbh encountered along the transect were identified, and counts made of the number of representatives within each of the following dbh size classes: 3-10 cm, 11-20 cm, 21-30 cm, 31-40 cm, 41-50 cm, 51-60 cm, >60 cm. Thus a transect record documents the tower number (physical location), a corresponding list of species encountered and a size class-abundance rating for each woody species encountered over 3 cm dbh. All species that were not readily identified in the field were collected and identified at Makerere University herbarium. These were given specimen numbers, mounted and entered into the database and incorporated. The Jack-knife method was employed to estimate the total number of species within each half-transect (a half-transect went either north or south of the transmission line). The Jack- knife method is a non-parametric approach used to estimate species richness. In this study the method was used to estimate species nrchness of plants in each of the half-transects on either side of the towers. The method is based on the observed frequency of rare species in each half-transect. A species encountered once was considered to be rare within that half-transect. Species accumulation curves: Using the species records encountered in each of the five plots within each half-transect, the cumulative total number of species recorded on successive plots in each half-transect was plotted against the number of plots. This facilitated comparison of species richness among transects. Compilation of species lists for each transect: This enabled comparison with the Sango Bay forests which are also on the Lake Victoria shores. The spellings of the species names were cross-checked using the List of East African plants (Knox, 1995). Results of flora surveys The northern section is characterised by gaps in the upper-storey canopy, as indicated by the presence of light-demanding pioneer species such as Alstonia hoonei, Canarium schweinfurthii, Margarita7ia, Zanthoxylum, Costus and Palisota interspersed in a fairly mature mixed forest of mainly Celtis and to a lesser extent Holoptelea. Shade bearers include Memecylon, Rinorea and Trichilia. There is barely a trace of Mahogany species. A complete record of all species encountered is included in Appendices C.6 to C.8. AES Nile Power 3 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C The southern section is mainly in the colonisation stage characterised by pioneer invasive species (Swaine and Whitmore, 1988) such as the introduced Broussonetia papvrifera and colonising species such as Lantana camnara and Solanum mauritianum. There are also immature tree species that are light demanders e.g. Celtis, Albizia and Lasciodis, us. Corridors appear with fairly different vegetation mainly of Strombosia schefflera, a rare species countrywide, interspersed with Chrysopyllunm and Celtis. The estimated species numbers in each transect are shown in Table 2 below (detailed data is included in Appendix C.6). They reflect the relative steepness of the species-accumulation curves. The less disturbed sites (Sites 3-8) had an average of 58 species as compared to the more disturbed sites, where the average was 63. This is as expected as removal of canopy species allows in more light, and 'weed' or 'pioneer' species take advantage of this. Resilient species, which are able to stand the 'pressures' of ingress to the existing wayleave by humans and grazing animals, tend to colonise and dominate the 25 m on either side of the transmission line and include Ocimum grattisimum, Solanum mauritianurn, Lantana cam 2ra and Broussonetia papyrifera. The number of woody plant species above 3 cm dbh is lowest at Site 1, an area that has been severely degraded (see Figure 1 below). A relatively low number of species was also recorded at sites 2, 4 and 7 - sites that have also been degraded. Sites I and 2, which were at the eastern part of the forest, are dominated by regenerating Broussonetia papyrifera and have significantly more saplings than the other sites located within Mabira FR (see Figure 2 below). Sites 4, 6 and 8 which are in the less encroached parts of the forest, have more trees with higher dbh than sites 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7. However, none of the sites shows the typical 0 reversed-J shape of undisturbed forest, although sites 4, 6 and 8 are reasonably well-stocked with mature trees of 40 cm dbh and above. Nevertheless, all have been disturbed to varying extent and at different times. Only woody species of dbh less than 11 cm were recorded.1 in site 9 in Kifu Forest (therefore this site shows as a single point on the y-axis of Figure 2). This is a clear indication that big trees have been harvested and this southern part of I-ifu Forest is very degraded. AES Nlile Power 4 February, 20 01 Bulagali Project Transsmission Svstem EIS Appendix C Table 2: Numbers of species observed, rare species and estimated number in each half-transect. Site Tower Species Rare Estimated Mean Number observed species number of number of species in species per half-transect transect Mabira Forest Reserve. 1S 31 24 50 IN 179 45 39 76 63 2S 37 21 54 2N 174 45 27 67 60.5 3S 36 22 54 3N 169 52 30 76 65 4S 39 20 55 4N 164 33 22 51 53 55 35 18 50 5N 158 40 26 61 55.5 6S 45 29 68 6N 154 45 22 63 65.5 7S 35 14 46 7N 149 34 16 47 46.5 8S 44 26 65 8N 144 42 26 63 64 Kifu Forest Reserve 9S 1_ 47 I 28 I 69 9N I 66 1 4 1 23 59 64 S = South and N = North of the existing transmission line. Rare species = species encountered only once within a transect. Cultivation on existing wayleave From the villages of Ssese to Wasswa, gardens have been established along the wayleave between towers 138 and 129 by local people. Crops grown include bananas, coffee, sweet- potatoes, cassava and yams. Since it is UEB practice to keep vegetation under transmission lines low, the cultivation here is a convenient and perhaps cheaper way of attaining this. It is not readily evident whether this practice has led to increased levels of soil erosion. No such cultivation was recorded along the line section in Kifu Forest. Namyoya Forest has similar crops to those recorded for Mabira Forest, as well as Eucalyptus plantations by local people in agreement with the Forest Department. Bird surveys The specific objectives of the study of birds were to: * Document the different micro-habitat types found in the study area in Mabira, Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves. AES Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C * Generate a species list of birds, and estimate their diversity, relative abundance and density in and around the existing power transmission line in the Mabira, Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves. * Identify rare, threatened and endangered species found in the project area using lboth IUCN and Regional lists. Survey Methods Birds in the study area were surveyed using Timed Species Counts (TSCs), Point Colnts (PC) and Opportunistic Observations. Reference was made to previous studies, notably Carswell (1986) in order to compare the species list for this study with previous ones for the area. In the field, 8 x 40 and 10 x 50 field binoculars were used as well as a tape recorder for both play-back and sound recording. Bird surveys were carried out along the same transects as used for the flora surveys. A Timed Species Count consisted of a species list, in which all species positively identified were listed, in the order seen (or heard), within a period of one hour (Pomeroy, 19)92). During the actual count, the ornithologist moved slowly along the transects listing all species including species flying over regardless of their distance and the time noted at 10-min-ute intervals against the growing list. Species recorded in the first ten minutes were scored 6., for the next ten minutes 5, and so on to 1 for the last ten minutes. Mean scores over a series of counts reflected the species' relative abundance. Altogether, twenty 1-hour counts vwere made along the ten-500 metre transects, at different times of the day starting at 0800 h and ending at about 1800 h for twelve consecutive days. Each transect was sampled twice making sixteen TSCs in Mabira and two each in Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves. The transect done in Namyoya along the existing transmission line had no natural forest but a plantation of Eucalyptus saligna. Most of the area in the vicinity was under cultivation. The closest natural forest was approximately I km to the north of the existing transmission line; therefore, no botanical surveys were carried out at that time. When the transmission route corridor was optimized by Carl Bro (2000), the route was located 1.8 km to the north (referred to as the northern section) of the existing transmission line. Additional field data collected in November 2000 along the optimised route revealed that Namyoya FR had the lowest proportion of forest specialist bird species of the three forest reserves traversed by the proposed transmission line, an indication that the forest cover is either very scattered or is composed of a limited variety of species. Namyoya FR, both the northern and southern sections, has fewer bird species than Mabira FR. Two regionally-near threatened species were recorded along the proposed transmission line: Shrike Flycatcher (Megabvas flammulata) and Brown Snake Eagle (C. cinereus), while four regionally-near threatened species were recorded along the existing transmission line: Grey Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina), Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus) as well as the Shrike Flycatcher and Brown Snake Eagle (Kityo and Pomeroy, 2000). A TSC assumes that the most abundant species are more likely to appear within the first minutes of the count and have higher average scores as more counts are conducted. T"he converse is true for the least abundant species. Averaging of the TSC scores therefore gives some indication of the relative abundance or rarity of a species in the area. For purposes of this study, average TSC scores of 4.0 to 6.0 indicated common species and scores of 2.0 to A ES Nile Power 6 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C 4.0 indicated frequent species and scores of less than 2.0 indicated uncommon (or rare) species. , Point counts were conducted only at points established at either end of the 8 - 500 metre transects established in Mabira Forest Reserve. Fixed radius point counts of all birds, apart from aerial feeders above the canopy, were carried out at these points using standard distance sampling techniques to estimate density (Pomeroy, 1992). Ten point counts were made on each transect making a total of 80 points studied. Observations were made between 0800 h and 1800 h. Birds were counted for a period of five minutes at each point. All individuals seen or heard within a fixed radius of 30 m were recorded. At each point the ornithologist waited for 2 minutes before starting the count to allow birds to recover from any disturbance. Notes were made of any birds flushed while approaching the point to avoid underscoring shy species. It was assumed that all birds directly above the observers were recorded, and birds that might have passed from one point to the next were recorded only once. In Mabira Forest Reserve, where 80 Point Counts were done, data collected were too few to allow assessment of densities using the computer programme 'Distance' as previously planned. Consequently, no Point Counts were conducted in Kifu and Namyoya (northern or southern section) as these severely degraded forests would not have yielded enough data. Opportunistic recording was used to maximise the number of species encountered in the study area. This method involved moving around the study area in the general region of the transects, at different times, listing different bird species as they were encountered. There was no time limit and some observations were extended beyond the study area, although still within Mabira Forest. The complete species list in Appendix C.9 indicates such observations. Using this method notes were taken on the species, its habits and habitats, breeding sites, and abundance. A review of a report of a study conducted at Mabira (Davenport et al. 1996) provided additional species not recorded during this study. Birds were identified using standard reference books for East Africa: Williams and Arlott (1 980) and Zimmernan et al. (1996). Birds recorded were assigned the following ecological categories where possible to deterrnine their preferred habitat types (Wilson, 1995). FF - forest specialist - species most characteristic of the interior of undisturbed forest. Breeding is almost invariably within forest. These are the species most widely considered to be at risk (mainly from deforestation) and therefore the most important in considering impacts. F - forest generalists - typical birds of forest edges and gaps. Breeding is typically within forest of some type f - species - forest visitors, usually breeding outside the forest O NF non-forest species - these birds are either grassland or wetland species AES Nile Power 7 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C W - waterbird: specialists - normally restricted to wetlands or open waters w - waterbird: non specialist but often found near water The following categories were assigned to birds of Global and Regional importa nce according to Collar et al (1994) and Bennun & Njoroge (1996), respectively. Critical G-CR; R-CR Endangered G-EN; R-EN Vulnerable G-VU; R-VU Near-threatened G-NT; R-NT Data Deficient G-DD; R-DD Regional Responsibility R-RR (Species with at least 90% of their range/population within the political boundaries andlor confined to coastal or Albertine Rift forests or papyrus: and/or with a population in East Africa that depends on a very few significant sites for breeding or durnng migration). Results of bird surveys Davenport et al ( 1996) give the total bird species of Mabira Forest Reserve as 287 including work previously done in Mabira Forest, notably by Carswell (1986). This list includes non- forest birds like waterbirds. The actual work done by the Carswell team for the same length of time as this study recorded 109 species. The current study recorded 180 bird species in Mabira Forest. Appendix B.7 provides brief notes on the ecology, distribution and status of some of the species of interest. Status was designated as common, frequent, uncommon- or rare. This survey recorded 57 FF species compared to 75 listed by Davenport et al (1996). The number of FF, F and f species in Mabira Forest and Mpanga Forest (the largest similar forest in the area, apart from Kifu), are summarised in Table 3 below. The number of FF species recorded on each transect, reflecting forest quality in the study area, is summarised in Table 4 below. Table 3: Numbers of birds from each category found in the project study area, Mabira Forest as a whole, and in nearby Mpanga forest. Forest FF F f Project study area 57 48 38 Mabira Forest(Total) 75 63 56 Mpanga Forest 36 38 (Dranzoa, 1990) AES Nile Power 8 Februaiy, 20 '01 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C Table 4: Total number of forest specialist (FF), forest generalists (F), forest visitors (f) and non-forest (NF) bird species recorded per transect based on TSCs. _____ |____ Mabira Sites | Kifu Namyoya Transect 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (south) (North) FF 7 10 19 17 25 26 30 23 10 5 15 F 16 19 22 18 24 24 21 15 22 21 26 f 6 7 2 4 5 5 7 4 3 8 8 NF 7 7 6 6 8 4 03 3 10 Total 36 36 49 45 62 59 58 45 38 54 Forty-five species were recorded by Point Counts (PCs) (documented in Appendix C.10) and 133 species using Timed Species Counts (TSCs) (refer to Appendix C.11). Of the 133 species recorded using TSCs, the majority were uncommon, a few were frequent whereas very few were common. Table 4 of this appendix shows that the lowest number of forest specialist (FF) species in Mabira was recorded at Site I (Tower 179, which was degraded Broussonetia papyrifera forest). The highest proportions for FF species were recorded at sites 6, 7 and 8, sites located in mature mixed forest that was minimally disturbed. In the overall study area the lowest proportion of FF species was registered in Namyoya Forest Reserve that was almost completely degraded. The results above reflect the quality of forest cover in Mabira Forest Reserve. The eastern portion of the reserve, which is dominated by Broussonetia papyrifera, an introduced species, is more degraded than the western portion. Bird species of conservation concern The previous Mabira bird list (Davenport et al 1996) had 30 species that were of special conservation interest. This study added two more: the Brown Snake Eagle (Circaetus cinereus) and the Grey Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina), making a total of 32 species. Of these 32 species, 15 were recorded in the present study: these are marked with asterisks in Table 5 below. This represents 47% of East African Red Data species as listed in Bennun and Njoroge (1996) and which are known to be present in Mabira Forest Reserve. Also represented in the 32 species above are three species of birds that are globally threatened, as stated in 'Birds to Watch 2', (Collar et al, 1994), the official world list of threatened birds. These are: Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerrulea), listed as Vulnerable, Papyrus Gonolek (Laniarius niufumbiri) a Near-Threatened species and Nahan's Francolin (Francolinus nahani), which is Data Deficient. Of these three species, the Nahan's Francolin was surveyed, but only in the mature mixed forest between the fourth and fifth transects. The Papyrus Gonolek is restricted to papyrus habitats that were not encountered in the study area while the Blue Swallow is generally a very scarce intra-African migrant, preferring shrubby grasslands. It should be noted that most of the 32 species of conservation importance could occur in the project area and it is possible there were others that were present but were not detected. AES Nile Power 9 February, 2007 Buiagcdli Projecl Transmission Svslem EIS Appendix C However, most of the FF species and the 32 species of special conservation importance prefer the mature mixed forest parts of the reserve - areas that will not be impacted by the proposed transmission line. Table 5: Rare Bird species found in Mabira Forest Reserve Common name Habitat category Threat/RR category Green-backed Heron (Butorides striatus) W R-NT African White-backed Vulture (Gyps NF R-NT Banded Snake Eagle (Circaelus cinerascens)* F R-VU Brown Snake Eagle (C. cinereus)* NF R-NT Ayres' Hawk Eagle (Hieraaetus dubius) F R-VU Martial Eagle (Polemaetus bellicosus)* NF R-VU Crowned Hawk Eagle (Stephanoactus FF R-VU Bat Hawk (Macheiramnphus alcinus)* F R-NT Nahan's Francolin (Francolinus nahani)* FF R-VU G-DD Grey Crowned Crane (Balearicapavonina) W R-NT Lemon Dove (Aplopelia larvatu)* FF R-NT Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus)* FF R-NT Sabine's Spinetail (Rhaphidura sabini)* FF R-NT Forest Wood Hoopoe (Phloeniculus FF R-VU Least Honeyguide (Indicator exilis) FF R-VU Cassin's Honeybird (Prodotiscus insignis) FF R-VU African Pitta (Pitta ungolensis) FF R-VU Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea) NF R-VU/RR G-VU White-headed Rough-wing (Psalidoprocne F R-RR Purple-throated Cuckoo Shrike (Campephaga FF R-VU Little Grey Greenbul (Andropadus gracilis) FF R-NT Joyful Greenbul (Chlorocichla laetissima) F R-NT Toro Olive Greenbul (PhYllastrephus FF R-VU/RR Grey-winged Ground Robin (Cossypha FF R-VU White-winged Warbler (Bradyplerus carpalis) NF R-RR Carruthers' Cisticola (Cisticola carruthersi) NF R-RR Grey-capped Warbler (Eminia lepida) F R-RR Shrike Flycatcher (Megabyasflammulata)* FF R-NT Pink-footed Puffback (Dryoscopus FF R-NT Papyrus Gonolek (Laniarius mufumbiri) R-NT/RR G-NT Red-chested Sunbird (Nectrinia erythroceria) R-RR Wevns' Weaver (Ploceus wevnsi) F R-VU R-NT = regionally near threatened; R-VU = regionally vulnerable; NF= non-forest; G-DD = globAlly data deficient; R-RR = regional responsibility; F= forest generalist; W = waterbird specialist; f=forest AES Nile Power 10 Februar, 21( 01 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C visiltor; G-NT g ulobally near-threatened; G-VU = globally vulnerable. Species which the present study recorded are marked with an asterisk , Summary of the ornithological importance of the proposed additional wayleave The eastern end of the study area in Mabira Forest Reserve (towers 179-174) was dominated by an exotic species, Broussonetia papyrifera. This end, which was more degraded than the western end, also borders a sugar plantation and experiences a high level of illegal fuel wood collection and charcoal burning. It therefore had few species of birds that are of conservation importance. The forest lying north of the existing transmission line from towers 169-144 in Mabira Forest Reserve is a mature mixed forest with limited disturbance. This vicinity supported most of the FF species recorded during the study. The FF species are most widely considered to be at risk due mainly to deforestation. Of the 15 species listed as threatened in East Africa, the Forest Wood Hoopoe (Phoeniculus castaneiceps) is a rare species in Mabira Forest. This species is sensitive to uncontrolled forest disturbance (Zimmerman et al 1996). Similarly, the Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus), although locally common is also very sensitive to forest disturbance due to its foraging and nesting behaviour (Zimmerman et al. 1996). Also recorded present in the mature mixed forest was the globally 'Data Deficient' Nahan's Francolin (Francolinus nahani). This is another species sensitive to disturbance and has never been recorded in the highly degraded forest to the east and south of the existing power line. O The forest south of the existing transmission line is a highly degraded forest and did not support a lot of the birds of conservation importance. In conclusion, the mature mixed forest north of the existing transmission line between towers 169 and 144 has been identified as important for conservation of the birds of both global and regional importance. The forest south of the present transmission line is already degraded and is not as important as the northern part. Mammals A major purpose of this study was to document the current status of the mammalian species in the forest areas adjacent to the present transmission line, in order to provide: * Detailed documentation of the mammalian diversity that survives or may have invaded the area. * Knowledge of the relative abundance of the different species. * The conservation status of the mammals recorded in the area. * * An objective assessment of potential or real threats to mammal species in the project area. AES Nile Power 11 February, 2001 Blziagali Project lransmission System EIS Appendix C Data for this section of the study were collected from the same transect sites within Mabira, Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves as were used for the bird surveys. Insectivores and rodents are very good indicators of habitat change. In addition the) are important as a prey base for animals higher in the food chain, such that an abundance of these small mammalian taxa can be construed to indicate a healthy presence of predators that mnay not actually be sighted due to their secretive habits. Locally, certain categories of rodent! are often important as pest species. Carnivores help in population control of their prey species, and therefore environmental changes may have important consequences for either. W'hile ungulates are highly valued for aesthetic reasons (e.g. game viewing) and for hunting, t:hey also compete with domestic species for forage and can cause serious damage in agricultural areas. Survey Methods Mammals of the forest are broadly divisible into two categories: Large mammals - these are large and conspicuous with either a diurnal or nocturnal habit. The great majority however are strictly or mainly nocturnal, or if diurnal, are very secretive, i.e., although conspicuous it may not be possible to document these mammals by observation. Included in this category are primates, ungulates and carnivores. For these species, presecnce was recorded without necessitating capture. Direct observations were used to record any of these species seen in the sample sites. Additional clues such as faecal remains, vocalisat ion, spoors, and signs of activity- wallows, dig outs etc. were also looked for to give indicationi of additional mammalian life in the area. Local people were also interviewed for informai:ion on types of mammals known by them to occur in the area. Small mammals - these include the non-flying rodents, insectivores, small carnivores and bats. Although not of great apparent economic worth, these mammals are a very signific.ant component of any terrestrial ecosystem. Impacts on the dynamics of their populations, species composition and preferred habitats may have gross and irreversible impacts on the ecosystem for the larger species of mammals. The non-flying small mammals were inventoried using traps. The traps used were mcstly museum special rat traps, with a smaller number of Victor rat traps, as well as Shermnan and Havarhart live traps. The sampling for these species was done along the line transects, a method that yields good results for species composition and presence. The sampling ef'fort (see below) on each of the transect lines in Mabira FR is shown in the second columnn of Table 7 of this appendix. In Kifu and Namyoya FR, because of the short time spent in each (one day), it was not possible to set traps for small mammals. In Mabira FR, traps were set and checked every day in the morning and evening, to re-bait and reset traps and to deterndine the species of any trapped animals. The flying small mammals or bats were sampled using mist nets. Unlike for the non-fly)ing rodents and shrews, the samnpling was done along the existing wayleave near the Forest Department base (near towers 150-160), since bat netting requires continued net observal:ion at night. Results of this sample therefore contribute to a total species list only for the area and cannot be construed to indicate preference for particular areas of the forest. AES Aile Power 12 Februarv, 2)901 Btiagali Project Transmission System LIS Appendix C Sampling for bats was carried out intensively in the first 3 hours of the nig,ht, which is when activity is highest, particularly for the insectivorous bats. The nets were left standing for the O night to sample the larger fruit bats, which tend to be active later in the night. The sampling Is intensity for bats was a total of 20 net-nights. The number of traps or mist nets deployed on each night constitutes the sampling effort for that night. Survey Results for Mabira Forest Reserve The present surveys documented 16 species from the order Rodentia, two from the order Insectivora, one species of Elephant Shrew, four species of Artiodactyls, two species of primates, five species of Carnivores and four species of Bats, for a total of 34 out of the 53 known mammals recorded in all previous surveys. The details of these are included in Table 6 below. ASNSN'ile Power 13 February, 2001 BuVjagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C Table 6: Mammals recorded along the route of the existing transmission line through Mabira Forest Reserve and the total known checklist of mammals for the forest. 4= species recorded during this survey (a) Insectivores and Bats Individual transect records Order and Scientific names Common names 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G Order Insectivora Crocidura dolichura Longtailed Musk Shrew Crocidura luna Greater Grey-brown Musk shrew Crocidura olivieri Northern Giant musk Shrew 4 Crocidura selinat Uganda forest Musk Shrew…_ Crocidura turba Southern Woodland Musk Shrew Scutisorex somerenil Hero Shrew Order Chiroptera Megaloglossus woermanni' African Long tounged Fruit Bat Epomopsfranqueti Franquet's fruit Bat 4 Epomnophorus labiatus Little Epauletted fruit Bat _ Roussettus angolensis Angolan fruit Bat 4 Rhinolophus ' Horse shoe Bat Pipistrellus nanus Banana Bat A Chaerophon pumilla Little free tailed Bat b) Primates Order and Scientific names Common names Individual transect records Order Primata 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 :G Perodicticus potto Potto Cercopithecus ascanius Red tailed Monkey 1I 4 4 4 4 4 4 i Cercopithecus aethiops" Vervet Monkey Cercocebus albigena* Black Mangabey 4 4 4 I 4 N 4 '_ N (c) Carnivores and the larger Herbivores and primates Order and Scientific names Common names Individual Transect records Order Carnivora 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G Aonyx congica Waswa - Congo Clawless Otter 4 Felis serval Serval Cat _ Felis pardus Leopard Canis adustus Side striped Jackal… … … … … … …_ Atilaxpaludinosus Water Mongoose… … … … … … …4 AES Nile Power 14 February, 200] Bujagali Project Transmtission System EIS Appendix C Order and Scientific names Common names Individual Transect records Genetta victoriae" Giant Genet * Order Artiodactvla 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G Cephalophus monticolor' Blue Duiker _ - _ Cephalophus natalensist Red forest Duiker _ Tragelaphus sc7riptus Bush Buck _- Potamochoerus larvatus Bush pigs Order Hvracoidea Dendrohvrax arhoreusF Tree Hyrax …_ (d) Rodents and Elephant Shrews. Order and Scientific names Common names Individual Transect 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 G Order Rodentia Helioscuirus gambianus Gambian Sun Squirrel… … … … … … … …_4 Paraxerus alexandrif Alexander's Bush Squirrel… … … … … … … 1 7 Paraxer:us boehmir Boehmn's Bush Squirrel _ Protoxerus stangeri Giant Forest Squirrel Xerus ernthropus| Striped ground squirrel…… Cricetomws e7init Forest Pouched Rat -4 Deomysferugineousl Congo forest rat OtomYs tropicalis Tropical groove toothed Rat Aethomvs kaiseri 2 Kaiser's Bush Rat Arvicanthis niloticus 2 Nile grass Rat Dasvmvs incomtus Shaggy Marsh rat Gramntonmvs dolichurus Common Thicket Rat Hybomys univituttust Peter's Striped Rat _ _ 4 _1 W Hylomvscus stellat Stella Wood Mouse _ 4 - '4 '4 '4 4 _ Lemniscomnvs striatus Common Striped Grass 4 _ Lophuromysflavopunctatus Eastern Brush furred Mouse -4 '4 I Lophuromys sikapusi Common Brush furred Mouse Malacomys longipest Long footed Rat Mastomys hildebrandtii2 Multimammate Rat _ Mus minutoides Pygmy Mouse _ _ _ _ _ _ Mvlomvs dvbowskvii Three toed Grass Rat Oenomys hypoxanthus Rusty nosed Rat Praomysjacksonit Jackson's Soft-furred Mouse ' ' N ' 1 ' Graphiiurus murinus African Dormouse '4 Hystrix cristata Crested Porcupine Atherurus africanus Brush-tailed Porcupine R,vnchocvon cirnei' Chequered Elephant Shrew N1 _ __ AES Vile Pow,er 15 Februarn, 2001 Bulicaali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C Key to symbols used in the table. 1 true forest interior species not recorded by this survey, but that could be greatly affected by habitat loss. ...2 species that are commonly open country mammals that have now invaded the fores t. true forest interior/forest dependent species documented by this survey in the projezt area. Record of presence for species. G General transmission line records. [ ] Evidence to suggest presence of the Otter seen, needs confirmation. Species without any symbol are those known from other studies to occur in Mabira but not recorded by this survey. The qualitative results of this survey show a fairly diverse community of mammals, the majority of which are generally widespread throughout the other low-lying forests of Uganda. The mammalian fauna recorded for Mabira FR from these surveys is in many respects similar to that of the Sango Bay FR west of Lake Victoria, with both forest reserves sharing the presence of the true forest interior/forest dependent species. The only exception is the shrew Crocidura selina, a species with a restricted range considered to be endemic to Uganda and found in Mabira FR and one or two other forests in Uganda. Crocidura selina is recorded by Martin & Galen (1990) and Wilson & Reeder (1993) as a species of conservation concern since it is insufficiently known. There were signs including a very brief sighting to suggest that the Congo Clawless Otter (Aonyx congica) occurs in Mabira FR. It is indeed a rare species and considered endangered in Appendix I of CITES, as cited by Wilson & Reeder (1993). The Chequered elephant Shrew (Rhvnchocyon cirnei) is considered by IUCN as insufficiently known or rare depending on the race. This shrew, together with the shrew (Crocidura selina) and the Congo Clawless Otter (Aonvx congica), are the only species of mammals recorded along the transmission line that raise a serious conservation concern. The relative densities of the non-flying small mammals as deduced from the trap rates (Table 7 below) reflect the respective states of forest disturbance through which the transects pass. Sites where Praomys jacksoni and Hylomyscus. stella were trapped, had the most abundant species of mice as would be expected in good mature forest. These two species, despite their usual relative abundance in forest, were not recorded in the sites that had experienced intenise forest clearance (Howard, 1994). . AES Nile Power 16 Februvary, 20)1 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C Table 7: Summary of trap data from transects situated in Mabira Forest Reserve Site 1 295 3 1.02 Trap effort No. individuals Rate per 100 trap (trap nights) trapped nights Site 2 280 4 1.4 Site3 208 9 4.3 Site4 224 1 1 4.9 Site5 200 3 1.5 Site6 228 11 4.8 Site7 180 9 5.0 Site8 90 27 30.0 Sites 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8. which returned the highest number of individuals captured, are located in qualitatively better forest than sites 1, 2 and 5. The species richness recorded from the trapping effort is 14 species. This represents over 45% of the known species of small mammals in Mabira FR. Mammals of Kifu and Namyoya Forest Reserves . Vegetation surveys conducted in both of these forests indicate that the forests have been converted to scrub forest as a result of clearance for charcoal burning in the case of Kifu FR or to EucalPtus plantations in the case of Namyoya FR. It was possible to document through interviews with local people, some species of larger mammals that still range into the degraded parts of these forests (see Table 8 below). Table 8: Mammal species reported by local inhabitants to range into Namyoya and Kifu Forest Reserves Species Common name ] Namyoya Kifu Cercopithecus aethiops Vervet monkeys _ Sylivicpra grimmia Bush Duiker -1 Cephalophus monticola Blue Duiker Tragelaphus scriptus Bushbuck ' l Potamochoerus porcus Bush Pig i -| Civettictis civetta Palm Civet Dendrohvrax arboreus Tree Hyrax Thryonomyms gregorianus Lesser Cane Rat Helioscuirus gambianus Gambian Sun Squirrel - * Of the species listed in Table 8 above, only Dendrohvrax arboreus and Cephalophus monticola are limited to forest habitats. There are two other species of primates, Cercopithecus ascanius and Cercocebus albigena, which still range in the rest of Kifu forest AES Nile Power 17 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transn2ission System EIS Appendix C which is less disturbed than along the existing transmission line. The section of this forest traversed by the existing power transmission line does not appear important any more as a ranging area for these two species. Hunting Hunting has been banned in Uganda since the 1 970s. Despite this ban, many local communities in Uganda, including people in and around Mabira FR, have a tradition of hunting and continue to do so (mainly for subsistence purposes in the Mabira area). Two small hunting parties with spears, nets and dogs (one in Mabira of eight people and one in Namyoya of four people) were encountered during the surveys for this study. The anirmals hunted are the cloven-hoofed whose densities it was not possible to estimate at the time of the study. Spoor of the Red Forest Duiker (Cephalophus natalensis) however were very frequently encountered on the transects. AES Nile Power 18 Februarv, 2(01 APPENDIX C.4 EXTRACTS FROM THE FORESTRY NATURE CONSERVATION MASTER PLAN, MARCH 1999 BuijaalI Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C APPENDIX C.4 EXTRACTS FROM THE FORESTRY NATURE CONSERVATION MASTER PLAN, MARCH 1999 MIabira Forest Profile (Categonr: CORE conzservation forest) 1. Basis for selection The forest was selected for Nature Reserve establishment in recognition of its biodiversity importance. Especially because: * The site contributes more than 1% of the national; protected area system complement. * The site supports at least one unique species of tree of conservation importance. * The site supports vegetation type Dl (Langdale - Brown et al., 1964) otherwise not represented in protected area system of Uganda. 2. Physical description Area and demarcation: Area: 306 kin2, (311 km, with Namananga/Namawanyi): with a total boundary length of 347.4 km, all adjoining community lands. The boundary is largely artificial, maintained as a cut-line with corner cairns and directional trenches. . Establishment: First established, under the Buganda Agreement (1990) and later formally gazetted in 1932. Location: On the Kampala-Jinja highway about 54 km from Kampala and 26 km from Jinja. 20 km north of the Lake Victoria shoreline, in central Uganda, between 0024-00 35 N and 320 52" - 330 07 E. The reserve occupies part of counties Ntenjeru, Nakifuma, Buikwe, and Mukono, all it the Mukono district. Covered by Uganda Department of Lands and Surveys map sheets 61/4, 71/2 and 72/1 at 1:50,000. Physical features: The reserve occupies gently undulating terrain with numerous flat-topped hills, with altitudes of 1070-1340 m a.s.l.. with less than 10% exceeding 5° slope. The area is drained by two main rivers, the Musamya and Sezibwa, which flow northwards into Lake Kyoga. 3. Vegetation andforest condition The majority of the area (292 km2, 95%) is occupied by Tropical High Forest Communities, classified as type Dl (Celtis-Chrysophyllum medium altitude moist semi-deciduous forest) and the remainder (5%) by Piptadeniastrum-Albizia-Celtis medium altitude moist evergreen forest (Langdale - Brown et al.,1964). Human activities have greatly influenced the forest condition, making some areas characteristic sub-climaxes. Sub-types of vegetation present are young or colonising mixed forest, dominated by Maesopsis eminii (25%) young mixed * Celtis holoptelea (60%), and mixed forest of wet valley bottoms dominated by Baikeae insignis AES Nile Power 1 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transminssion Sy'stem EIS Appendix C A detailed forest type map is available at Forest Department headquarters, based on the 1950s aerial photography, and also reproduced in Howard (1991). The forest is largely disturbed by human activity (overall condition score 2) mainly because it is located between the two largest urban centres in Uganda, and the area is largely accessible. There has been extensive pitsawing activity and agricultural encroachment (1973-1987). Hunting is widespread. Forest intergrity scores: Settlement = 2, Hunting = 2, Livestock = I, Timber = 4, Fire = 0, Community = 3, Mining= I 4. Economic importance Community use values: The forest is situated in one of the most densely populated parns of the country (235 people per krm2 in 1991). Pressure on the peripheral areas of the forest for firewood, building poles and non-timber forest products is correspondingly high. The forest is largely accessible because of the presence of village enclaves and roads leading to them. The community-use' value of the reserve is 20, and it is thus potentially very important economically to the communities around and for the two nearest towns: Jinja and Kampala,i. Timber Production: The forest is an important source of pitsawn timber, providing a registered annual off take of about 4,284m3 of sawn timber over the period 1994-96 (Table 16.1) as well as large volumes of illegally cut timber. A timber inventory by Forest Department (in 1992) provided an estimate of 60m3 per ha. standing volumes of merchantable timber exceeding 50cm dbh. Records showing the number of registered pitswayers do not exist. However, timber volumes over the period 1964-1996 are indicated in Table 16.1 below. TABLE 16.1 TIMBER PRODUCTION IN MABIRA: 1964-1996 PERIOD Sawmill [Volume (m3) 1964-1974 Sick Sawmill & Ginners Ltd 15.694 1973-1980 Kiira Sawmill & plywood factory 16.321 1981-1989 Kiira Sawmill & plywood factory 19.041 1990-1993 Kiira Sawmill & plywood factory 1994-1996 (July) Nile plywood (U) Ltd 2.907 1994-1996 (July) Jinja Construction and Joinery Ltd 1.377 TOTAL 55.340 Nadagi compartment (479 ha) has been put aside for the establishment of eucalyptus plantations with temporary perrmits being issued to potential farmers, and there is potential for expansion of this programme. Other economic values: The reserve has been locally important as a source of builcling poles, firewood and other medicinal compounds. It has also been important for the production of charcoal. It is located between two of the major urban centres in Uganda, and has a potential for ecotourism development base on such attractions such as the luxurious flora and fauna, and the scenic rivers Musamya and Sezibwa (on which falls are located). The reserve AES Vile Power 2 February, 2J)0 Buijagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C is important for biodiversity (see below) and thus offers scope for the development of a research and education role. . 5. Biodiversity7 values Of the 65 forest reserves investigated for biodiversity, Mabira does not score among the highest in terms of overall biodiversity, ranking 24'b (score = 13.1), but ranks 19th in terms of the rarity value of species represented. The forest supports 9 species found in no other Ugandan forest (including 6 butterflies, I moth, lbird and I tree) and on species endemic to Uganda (Table 16.4). It presents the only block of medium altitude, moist semi-deciduous forest type DI (Laingdale - Brown et al., 1 964) in the protected area system, a vegetation type that does not occur in any of the country's National Parks or Wildlife reserves. 6. Presenlt nmanagement The reserve is managed from Lwankima Forest Station, by a Forest Officer. The Mukono District forest office plays a supervisory role. Table 16.2 shows the staffing position for Mabira Forest Reserve. There are three forest officers stationed at Lwankima, Maliata, and Najjembe. The one at Najjembe.works specifically on tourism development. In addition, a total of 3 Assistant Forest Officers, 8 Forest Rangers and 9 Forest Guards assist in the management of this important forest, and are based at vanrous forest stations as indicated in Table 16.2 below. TABLE 16.2: EXISTING AND PROPOSED STAFF DEVELOPMIENT AT NIABIRA FOREST EXISTING (PROPOSED) NUMBER OF STAFF BY TOTAL STATION CATEGORY FO AFO F.R F.G PM Lwankima I (0) 1 (0) 1*(l) 1* (2) 4 (0) 8 (3) Maligita 1 (0) 0 (0) 0 (1) 1 (0) 2 (0) 4 (1) Namawanyi 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) 1 (1) 2 (1) Naluvule 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (1) 1 (0) 1 (1) Kvabana 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) 1*(0) I(0) 3 (0) Buwoola 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (2) 1 (0) I (0) 3 (2) Najjembe 1 (0) 0 (0) 1* (0) 1 (0) 0 (1) 3 (1) Wanende 0 (0) 0 (0) 1*(0) 0 (1) 4 (0) 5 (1) Nandagi 0 (0) 1(0) I *(°) 0 (1) 0 (1) 2 (2) Nagojje 0 (0) 1 (0) I *(0) 1 (0) 2 (0) 5 (0) Namulaba 0 (0) 0 (0) I (0) 1(0) I (1) 3(1) Nazigo 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) I (0) 0 (2) 1 (2) TOTAL 3 (0) 3 (0) 3 + 7 +2* 17 40 (15) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _5*(4) (5) (6) Note: FO - Forest Officer FG - Forest Guard AFO - Assistant Forest Officer PM - Patrol Man FR - Forest Ranger * denotes temporary employment on EU Project, not government employee. AESNile Power 3 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C The department has six staff houses at Lwankima Forest Station, the local headquarters of the reserve, and has endeavoured to offer ample housing at all the 12 forest stations on this reserve as indicated in Table 16.3 shows the status of housing in Mabira Forest Reserve and the proposed 0 requirements in order to offer accommodation to all staff. TABLE 16.3 EXISTING (PROPOSED) STAFF HOUSING STATION FD old FD FD semi Uniport Total houses detached Lwankima 6 (0) 0 (0) 0 (1) 2 (0) 8(1) Najjembe I (0) 1 (0) 1(1) 0 (0) 3(1) Wanende 0 (0) 1 (0) 2 (0) 0 (0) 3 (0) Buwoola 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) Kyabaana 0 (0) 1 (0) 1 (0) 0 (0) 2 (0) Maligita 1 (0) 1 (0) I(1) 4 (0) 7 (1)) Naluvule 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) 0 (0) I (0) Namawanyi 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) Nandagi 0 (0) 0 (0) 1(1) 2 (0) 3(1) Nazigo 1 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 1 (0) Namulaba 0 (0) 1 (1) 2 (0) 0 (0) 3(1) Nagojje 5 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 0 (0) 5 (0) Total 14 (0) 5 (1) 11 (4) 8 (0) 38 (5) There are no bicycles or motorcycles to facilitate the management of the forest, inspite of the availability of a road network in the forest reserve. The latest (Interim) Management I'lan covered the period (1994-1995) and prescribed for the conservation of the forest biodiversity, the protection of the area's important water catchment role and the maximum yield of hardwood timber. Although a Nature Reserve was proposed, actual demarcation did not take place and discussions were still going on for further changes to the zones. A detailed management plan to cover the period 1997 -2007 is now under preparation. In recent years (since 1990), with the support of the EU-financed Natural Forest Management and Conservation Project, some parts of the boundary have been redemarcated and few sections planted with live markers (see fig. A16.1). An ecotourism project has also bzen established and further tourism development is expected. PROPOSED ZONATION Figure A16.1 shows the proposed zonation of the reserve, with one nature reserve (approximately 73km2) one protection zone (approximately 30km2), recreation zone (approximately 40km2) and the rest of the reserve (approximately 170km2) as production zones. THE PROPOSED NATURE RESERVE It will cover the central portion of the forest reserve, which is relatively intact. This has been selected to protect a viable area of semi-deciduous forest type DI (Langdale - Brown, 1964), which is important as this is the only protected area in the country in which this forest type is represented. AES Nile Power 4 February, 2U')I B2ujagali Project Transnmission Svstem EIS Appendix C THE PROPOSED PROTECTION ZONE This will cover the area adjacent to the Nature Reserve with the aim of enhancing the long , term viability of the latter. The proposed recreation zone is expected to centre around Najjembe (to the south) and around Musamya river (to the north., near the boundary). The zone encompasses the river and marshes called Musamya, which are a valuable habitat for a number of species of plants and animals, and are some of thc most scenic areas of the forest. THE PROPOSED PRODUCTION ZONES These cover the majority of the reserve, including the areas that have already been heavily exploited by pitsawyers, the more accessible peripheral areas of the reserve: and most of the south-central parts of the reserve which adjoin a number of enclaves and are more suitable for timber production. PROPOSED MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME Staffing: The present staff is inadequate, and redeployment may also be necessary. Most areas lack forest workers: only patrolmen and Forest Guards occur, resulting in inadequate control, and not much labour work on the ground such as planting and boundary maintenance. The Forest Officer at Maligita does not have a ranger to assist him in his duties. Furthermnore, the Forest Guards at the various stations do not have properly motivated and facilitated patrolmen under them. Each guard would need at least four workers and two patrolmen to assist hirr/her. Transport will be required as follows: 1-4 wheel drive vehicle for the FO and 3 motorcycles: . 1 for Magilita to facilitate operation on the eastern axis and another for Nagojje for the western part of the reserve, and finally one for Lwanmima forest station. Each Forest Ranger and FG should be facilitated with bicycles. The FO tourism needs to be facilitated with a 4- wheel drive vehicle to enable community outreach programmes, and the running of the visitor's centre. The Forest Officers in charge should be facilitated with transport to carry out effective patrols of the reserve as well as with a radio communication system. Infrastructure: Four houses will be requires for staff, at Lwankima (I duplex), Najjembe (1 duplex), Namulaba (I replacement) Maligita (1 duplex) and Nandagi (1 duplex). Details are indicated in table 16.3 Demarcation: Over 250 km of reopened external boundary lacks maintenance. Only a few short scattered sections have any remaining live markers. It is urgent that all these boundaries are attended to in this densely populated area. All intemal management zone boundaries should be demarcated by ring-painting trees in the standard way. Red paint will be used to indicate Nature Reserve: yellow for 'buffer' zones. Signboards will be erected wherever prominent footpaths cross (external and internal) boundaries. Patrol and Protection: Twelve patrol teams each comprising one forest guard and two patrolmen will be constituted with responsibility for safeguarding ranges as per the twelve forest stations. Men will be rotated between patrol teams and teams will be moved periodically between ranges. Patrol routes and checkpoints will be established throughout the . reserve. An incentive scheme will be instituted to reward success in curbing illegal activities. Public access and community needs: One Forest Officer and two Forest Rangers(based at Najjembe and Maligita) will assume responsibility for community outreach programmes AES ANile Power 5 Februan', 200] Bujagali Project Transmission S,vstem EIS Appendix C including the development of tourism activities, Joint Forest Management Programmes within the reserve and community tree-planting programmes outside the boundary. A programme of village meetings should be instituted and developed to explain and discuss management of the reserve, and in particular the management zones as they are establis,led. 0 The staff will be facilitated as indicated under infrastructure. TABLE 16.4: S[JMMARY TABLE OF BODIVERSITY VALUES FOR MABIRA FOREST RESERI E CRITE Trees BIRDS Mammals Butterflies 1 Moths Overall RIA l Total No of 312 287 23 199 97 species known No. of 9 37 - 27 7 restricted range species (<5 forests) . ._ Species Caesalpini Tit Hylia None Epitola catuna Orthogoni 9 spp unique for a Pseudathyma opulum Forest (list) volkensii plutonica Neptis trigonophora Sa]lya natalensis Acraea rogersi Caenides dacena tJgandan None None Crocidura 4 spp endemies selina (list) Albertine Grewta None None None None 1 spp Rift pubescens endemies (list) Species 6.5 (26=) 6.5 5.4 (4.0) 6.9 (25=) 5.8 (30=) 6.4 (22=:) diversity (24=) (score and rank) Species 7.2 (29=) 6.6 5.4 (22=) 5.6 (15=) 6.8 (+5=) 6.7 (19=) rarity (score (14=) and rank) I I I I I Overall biodiversity score 13 AES Nile Power 6 February, 2J01 Butagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C PRINCIPLE REFERENCE MATERIAL 1. Howard P.C.. ( 991). Nature Conservation in Uganda 's Tropical Forest Reserves. IUCN Gland. 2. Uganda Forest Department (In prep.): Mabira Forest Reserve Management Plan (1997- 2007). Forest Department. Kampala; Uganda. 3. Langdale Brown I., Osmatson H- A. and Wl'ilson J.G., (1964): The vegetation of Uganda and its bearing on landuse. Government printer. Etntebbe. 4. Forest Department (1992). Budongo and Mabira Forest inventory, Forest Department Kampala, Uganda. 5. Forest Department (1996). Biodiversity report series No. 13. Mabira Forest Reserve. S AdES Nile Power 7 Februlaiy, 200] Bzudagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C This page is intentionally blank. AES Nile Power 8 February, 2001 APPENDIX C.5 EXTRACTS FROM THE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR MABIRA FOREST RESERVE, SECOND EDITION, FOR THE PERIOD 1 JULY 1997 TO 30TH JUNE 2007 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix C APPENDIX C.5 EXTRACTS FROM THE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR MABIRA FOREST RESERVE, SECOND EDITION, FOR THE PERIOD 1sJULY 1997 TO 30 JUNE 2007 Prepared by the Uganda Ministrv of Natural Resources, Forestry Department, undated. Location Mabira FR lies in an area of gently undulating land interrupted by flat-topped hills that are remnants of the ancient African peneplain (Hloward, 1994). The reserve drains to the north, eventually into Lake Kyoga and the Victoria Nile, despite its closeness to the shores of Lake Victoria. It lies in the counties of Buikwe and Nakifuna in the administrative district of Mukono (Note: According to the Forestry Nature Conservation Master Plan, Mabira FR is located within the counties of Ntenjeru, Nakifuma, Buikew and Mukono). The anmual average rainfall is 1500- 1750 mm. The reserve is isolated from other protected areas by settled agricultural land (Howard, 1994). Some parts of this reserve were harvested in the early 1900s. Until 1988, intensive coffee-banana agricultural encroachment claimed large chunks of Mabira. The geographical location of Mabira is between latitude 0° 22' and 0°35' N and between longitude 32°56' and 33°02' E (Note: this differs from the Forestry Nature Conservation Master Plan which states that the reserve occupies an area of 306 km2 and is situated between 320 52' -33° 07'E and O 24' -0O 35'N). . Ecology The vegetation of Mabira Forest is classified as "medium altitude moist semi-deciduous" (Brown, 1959), but the forest has been greatly influenced by human activities, including timber harvesting, cultivation and grazing, for such a long time that it is regarded as secondary forest resulting from and constantly being influenced by human activities. The reserve is characteristic of vegetation types representing sub-climax or human altered plant communities. Three vegetation sub-types are recognized: young or colonizing forest; mature mixed forest; and, Celtis mixed forest. ln the past, the forest consisted of three forest types. The youngest of these was dominated by the colonising tree Maesopsis eminii which was associated with Albizia sp., Markhamia lutea, Sapium ellipticum and Celtis sp. This association covered about 25% of the reserve's area. The second forest type was classified as a young mix of Celtis-Holoptelea forest which together forned 59% of the forest reserve. The final conmmunity was a poor mixed forest of wet valley bottom sites, dominated by Baikiaea insignis, which until recently covered about 15% of the reserve. However, in the 1950s-60s mechanical logging took its toll of trees. The largest trees were harvested and destruction was at its greatest because of the uncontrolled harvesting. This was followed by charcoal burning and encroachers who began to settle in the forest. In the 1960s some silvicultural operations were undertaken, including the replanting of Maesopsis eminii at the forest edges to minimise the encroachment by settlers and to enrich the forest. During O the turbulent years of the 1970s and 1980s the forest was essentially deprived of all big timber tree species and encroachment took place on an even larger scale. In 1992, the encroachers were evicted and the affected areas replanted with Broussonetia papyrifera, A ES Nile Powver 1 Februarv, 2001 Bzujagali Project Transmission Svstem E}S Appendix C especially on the southern side of the existing transmission line. The northern section of the forest was left more intact than the section to the south; however, it is still consider.ably degraded. Fauna and Flora Despite the fact that Mabira forest is ecologically regarded as a secondary forest, owing, to prolonged human impact, it still retains a substantial number of small mammals and some large ones like blue and red tail monkeys, pigs, bush bucks and forest duikers (Howard and Baltzer, 1996). A 1996 biodiversity inventory showed that Mabira FR is ecologically important for conservation purposes. It provides a habitat for: 312 tree and shrub species; 287 species of birds; and, 16 small mammals, i.e. 5 shrews and 11 rodents. The forest also contains 199 species of butterflies and 97 species of large moths. Composition and Condition of the Growing Stock A sample plot located within the south part of Mabira Forest indicates that the most valualble species, e.g. Milicia excelsa and Mahoganies, are no longer present. From a production point of view, the forest is much less valuable today than in the past. Illegal pitsawing (bamned in reserves since 1992) and charcoal burning continue to be a problem. Management Objectives for Mabira Forest Reserve * Conservation of the forest biodiversity and ecological conditions; * Production of maximum sustained yield of timber and non-timber products by the most efficient methods without compromising the capability of the forest to provide environmental services; * To integrate the communities within the forest enclaves and parishes surrounding the forest reserve into forest management; * Provision of recreational facilities for the people of Uganda and outsiders; and, * To carry out research aimed at obtaining information on various aspects of forest ecosystem dynamics for use to improve forest management. Management Objectives of Strict Nature Reserve (SNR) and Buffer Zone (BZ) as Stated in Past Management Plans (Prior to 1997) * To form refugia for forest dependent species especially those which depend on closed canopy forest for their survival; * To act as sources of seeds (at least for many decades before logged forest reaches maturity) for artificial regeneration of logged over areas; * To continue to act as benchmarks against the activities of silviculture and management operations; and, * To serve as a reservoir of potential plants for future economic use as crops, medicines and for research. Mabira FR has wild robusta coffee, dioscoria tubers, yams and other plants whose economic importance is unknown. Many of the climbers need to reach the canopy before flowering, fruiting and seeding. They are unlikely to survive in a logged and regularly silviculturally treated forest. Such plants will therefore be ablz to sunrive in SNR and BZ. AES Nile Power 2 February, 2901 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix C Management Objectives as Stated in the Current Management Plan * The SNR shall be managed for biodiversity conservation only. Seed collection will be allowed under controlled conditions. . In the buffer zone, collection of medicinal materials, flowers, fruits, seed, bark, etc. for domestic use will be allowed. * The production working circle shall be managed to provide both consumptive and non-consumptive forest products on a sustainable basis. The production circle is composed of (a) areas to be harvested for timber and (b) encroached areas not to be harvested during the period of this plan. * In the recreational working circle, there will be no timber harvesting allowed. Ecotourism Development Only low impact usage will be permitted, such as collection of dry wood for household use, medicine, leaves and fruits that do not entail destruction of standing growing stock. Ecotourism is among the best non-consumptive uses of the Tropical High Forest (THF). The Uganda Forest Policy of 1988 clearly states that forest resources be made available for amenity and recreation, but it also emphasizes the importance of optimizing economic and environmental benefits by ensuring that they are carefully used. The FD formulated a tourism development policy in 1994 (still in draft form). A tourism center has been established at Najjembe station that consists of a visitors' reception and office, two small sleeping shelters, a viewing platform, camping ground and a trail network. AES Nile Power 3 February, 2001 Buja gali Project Transmission SYstern EIS Appendix C References associated with the above section Howard P.C. 1991. Nature Conservation in Uganda's Tropical Forest Reserves. IUCN. Switzerland. 0 Langdale Brown L. 1959. The vegetation of Buganda (memoir No. I, Series 2 of the Research Division Department of Agriculture, Uganda). Ministrv of Water, Lands and Environment, Forestry Department. 1999. Forestry Nature Conservation Master Plan. Uganda. 0 AES Nile Power 4 F7ebruary, 2(00] Bujagali Project Transmission Sistem EIS Appendix C re EraloNrS^s.! 23 . MlfiMSTRY OF WATFR, LMNDS & *LEI(CT L J \11J7 ENVIRONM97r Teter m-x j e L]ll q. .~~~~.. ~ ~ .. - .' .I - . '% PK:> ; . . Road between namanyama private forest and Mabira I Forest Reserve (to the left -~~~~~~~~ - ~~~~~~~~~~of the road) Last remaining forested hill within Namanyama private forest. G0503T 43 Figure PHOTOGRAPHS OF NAMANYAMA PRIVATE FOREST Date NOVEMBER 2000 Project Name BUJAGALI TRANSMISSION LINE EIS N NIE. Prepared for: _____ AES NILE POWER Village with permanent structures located in the middle of Kiwala al 41 "L;. ~~~Forest. i ' --? , ,, :, - , ;z~ f $t ^ j_Only remaining natural forest in k 81; t _ Kiwala Forest. Located in southeastern corner of the forest. I. *. -I ;;,. .- .- = .'T _ Cattle grazing and cultivation W. ; $ X ! 4 ; within Kiwala Forest. Northern border of Mabira Forest Reserve is 1.Sum. = ^ A in the distance. . > '.' >t ' 5>, '. >B ,3> , 1 l\+ / ti ., * , ,G0503 T_44 Figure PHOTOGRAPHS OF KIWALA * ;I :. PRIVATE FOREST Date NOVEMBER, 2000 P oject Name. - -+ . BUJACALI TRANSMISSION LINE EIS Prepared for U ~ AES NILE POWER APPENDIX D.2 ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF THE 220 KV ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINE WAYLEAVE THROUGH MABIRA FOREST RESERVE BUJJAGALI HYDRO-ELECTRIC POWER PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF THE 220 KV ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINE WAYLEAVE THROUGH MABIRA FOREST RESERVE May, 2000 Telly Eugene Muramira Environment and Natural Resource Economist FINAL REPORT AES Aile Power 1 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1 .Background 5 1 .2.Project Descrnption 5 1.3.Scope of the Assignment 5 1.4.Contents of the Report 7 1.5.Mabira Forest Reserve 7 1.6.Review of the Ecological Status of the Forest Reserve 8 1 .7.Objectives of Management 10 1.8.Approach to the Assignment 11 1 .9.Economic Value of Environmental Impacts 14 2.0.Summary of Economic Values and Proposed Mitigation Plan 19 REFERENCES 22 APPENDIX I 25 APPENDIX II 29 APPENDIX III 33 APPENDIX IV 37 APPENDIX V 39 A4ES Nile Power 2 Februanry 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira LIST OF TABLES rn, Table 1: Summary of Timber Values Table 2: Summary of Pole Values Table 3: Tourist Visitations and Revenue Collections at Mabira Eco-tourism Centre Table 4: Economic Value of the Impacts of Way leave Construction AES Nile Power 3 Februanr, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AESNP AES Nile Power 0 CFM Collaborative Forest Management dbh Diameter at breast height EIS Environmental Impact Assessment hh Household NTFPs Non-Timber Forest Products RM Running Metre SEP-FACE Dutch Electric Power-Forests for the Absorption of Carbon tC Tones of Carbon THF Tropical High Forest UEB Uganda Electricity Board WTP Willingness to Pay a AES Nile Power- 4 February 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 1.1. Background , AES Nile Power proposes to build, own and operate a 250 MW Hydro-electric power plant at Dumbbell Island on the River Nile. The project will be constructed in two phases. In the initial phase, it is proposed to install 3 x 50 MW generators and in the second phase, a further 2 x 50 MW gcnerators. The powerhouse will be located in the channel to the west of Dumbbell Island and the switchyard on the west bank of the river. The first phase of the development is scheduled to come into service in 2003 with the second phase in 2006. To evacuate electricity from the proposed power station, AES Nile Power proposes to construct a number of transmission lines to connect to the Uganda Electricity Board (UEB) 132 kV transmission network. Proposals for the construction of the transmission lines have been developed by AESNP and their consultants, Merz and McLellan in close association with UEB. The transmission lines will traverse a number of areas causing various impacts some of which have compensation implications. This evaluation was commissioned to value the environmental and natural resource impacts of the location, construction and maintenance of the 220 kV electric transmission line wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. 1.2. Project Description The project will involve the clearance of a 40 m wide x 18 km long wayleave to accommodate the proposed 220 kV transmission line through Mabira Forest Reserve. The wayleave will cover an estimated total area of 0.72 km2 (72 hectares) along the northern side of the existing 132 kV transmission line. 1.3. Scope of the Assignment The Terms of Reference (ToR) of the study required a comprehensive Environmental Economic Assessment of the environmental and natural resource impacts of the construction of the 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. The * agreed conceptual, spatial and temporal scope of the study limited it to the following important aspects of natural resource and environmental evaluation; AES Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira * the conceptual scope limited the study to identifying, quantifying and valuing the environmental and natural resource impacts of the project on the direct and indirect use values of the forest; 0 • the temporal scope of the study was limited to 18 months from month 1 when wayleave clearance commences to month 18 to allow for a period of wayleave maintenance, and supervision of the implementation of proposed mitigation measures by the Forest Department; the spatial scope of the study was limited to a 40 m by 18 km long corridor along I he proposed 220 kV transmission line located 30 m to the north of the existing 132 ]k:V line through Mabira Forest Reserve; The spatial scope (40 m by 18 km long corridor) of the study referred to the projects' imp.act area where forest clearance will result into the physical loss of a number of direct use values of Mabira Forest. Direct use values investigated under this study included timber, poles, fuel- wood, wild game, honey, biodiversity and habitat values, carbon sequestration and forest eco- tourism values. Whereas the proposed project impacts on eco-tourism will not be limited to the immediate impact area, this study limited itself to the above mentioned spatial and temporal scope. The temporal scope and baseline nature of the study also limited it to the computation of current values. The study did not consider, therefore, the temporal implications of the project with regard to the appreciation of lost resource prices, natural growth of forest resources or future and alternative investment prospects along or within the wayleave. The study however, computed and reflected in the total economic impact of the project, the incremental management costs that the Forest Department will have to meet during the projected 18 month period while they monitor the implementation of proposed impact mitigation measures. . AES Nile Power 6 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 1.4. Contents of the Report * This report includes an assessment of the economic impact of wayleave construction on Mabira Forest Reserve. The data used in the assessment was obtained from both field inventory work and extensive review of literature during the months of April and May, 2000. The assessment concentrated on determining the quantity, nature and economic value of the various products and services of the forest which will be affected by wayleave construction. The study therefore involved wide consultations with a number of stake-holders including members of staff at the Forest Department in Nakawa and Mabira Forest Station, local leaders, NGOs and environmentalists in Kampala. The report is divided into ten sections. Section 1, 2, and 3 give the background to the project and report; Section 5, 6, and 7 discuss the location and ecological status of and objectives of management of Mabira Forest Reserve. Section 8 outlines the approach to the study including the sampling procedure and method of valuation; Section 9 and 10 include the economic values of environmental impacts and a proposed mitigation and compensation procedure. 1.5. Mabira Forest Reserve Mabira Forest reserve was established in 1900 (under the Buganda Agreement). It lies in the counties of Buikwe and Nakifuma in the administrative district of Mukono. It occupies an area of 306 km2 with an altitudinal range of 1070-1340 m above sea level and is situated between latitude 0°22' and 0035' N and between longitude 32056' - 33002'E. The Forest Reserve is, therefore, the largest natural high forest in the Lake Victoria crescent (Roberts, 1994). Mabira Forest Reserve is located in a heavily settled agricultural area close to large urban centres including Kampala, Lugazi, Mukono and Jinja. This makes it a very important refugium and eco-tourist destination. The location of the forest also makes it a very important source of forest products whose demand has increasingly grown in the towns mentioned O earlier. The management of Mabira forest therefore, currently caters for production, conservation and recreational functions of the forest ecosystem. AES Nile Power 7 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Whereas the forest suffered considerable destruction through illegal removal of forTst produce and agricultural encroachment which activities threatened the integrity of the forest, these have now been controlled and the forest has near regained its original integrity. 1.6. Review of Ecological Status of the Forest Reserve 1.6.1. Vegetation The vegetation in Mabira Forest is dominated by Celtis-Chrysophyllum medium altitude moist semi-deciduous Tropical High Forest communities of type Dl (95% equivalent to 292 km) The remaining 5 percent of the forest area is made up of medium altitude moist evergreen forest communities of Piptadeniastrum-Albizia-Celtis tree species (Langdale-Brown, 1964). Mabira Forest is a dominantly sub-climax forest which is just recovering from a long period of exploitation and encroaclhment. The forest is therefore, made up of young colonizing mixed forest trees dominated by Maesopsis eminii (25%), young mixed Celtis-Holoplelea spp. (60%), and mixed wet valley bottom species dominated by Baikiaea spp. (1 5%). The forest also suffered selective felling (creaming) of high value trees (ie Class IA and B) in the last twenty or so years and today, only retains a small percentage of such trees (including Milicia excelsa, Holoptelea grandis and Olea welwitschii) in the growing stock (0.06%/i,). Most trees in the forest are Class III fee group tree species making up as much as 5 .4 percent of all trees of all fee groups. The remaining 47.5% of the growing stock is compris~.d of Class II fee group tree species including Celtis species, Albizia species, Alstonia boor.ei and Funtumia africana. The forest is notably dominated by Broussonetia pap vriferra particularly in the previously heavily encroached areas (25.1 percent). Whereas Broussonezia papyriferra is an exotic tree specie with clearly invasive characteristics, the specie is not considered a threat to natural regeneration. In fact, the tree species has been noticed to help the natural regeneration of indigenous tree species including Antiaris africana, Prunus africana, Lovoa trichilioides and Celtis species, which require shade and forest cover for their successful regeneration. Broussonetia papyriferra has also quickly taken up areas whic:h would otherwise be invaded by pioneer grasses like Imperata cvlindricum which discouragre regeneration and growth of indigenous forest cover. The species is also a very important source of firewood (Davenport et al, 1996). AES Nile Power 8 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 1.6.2. Birds m The birds of Mabira Forest have been subjected to a considerable amount of survey work including regular surveys, summarized by Carswell (1986). Birds are arguably therefore, the best known faunal group in Mabira forest. The bird species list for Mabira Forest now stands at 287 species of which 109 were recorded during the 1992-1994 Forest Department Biodiversity Inventory (Davenport et al, 1996). These include three species listed as threatened by the Red Data Books (Collar and Stuart, 1985; Collar et al; 1994) ie. the blue swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea), the Papyrus Gonolek (La71iarius mufumbiri) and Nahan's Francolin (Francolini nahani). 1.6.3. Mammals A number of recordings of the mammalian diversity of the Mabira Forest Reserve have been done in the last thirty years. The most comprehensive published study of the mammals of the forest however, is that by the Forest Department of 1996 (Davenport et al 1996). The Davenport report documented 17 new species of small mammals found in the forest. Other recordings include those by the Tropical Forest Diversity Project (1987-88 on woody vegetation, birds and mammals); Kingdon (1971) on mangabeys and red tailed monkeys; and Delany (1975) for rodents. The Davenport report indicates a high incidence of small forest dependent mammal species including Deornysferrugineus and Scutisorex somereni. The two mammals are closed forest- dependent specialists and are often regarded as the most sensitive indicators of forest disturbance. The Uganda endemic shrew Crocidura selina, only previously recorded in Mabira Forest (Nicoll and Ruthbun, 1990) is again recorded in the Davenport report (Davenport et al., 1996). 1.6.4. Butterflies and Moths * Mabira Forest Reserve is considered rich in termns of the diversity of its butterfly fauna (Davenport et al., 1996). The forest supports a variety of forest dependent butterflies, as well AES Nile Power 9 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira as a number of uncommon and restricted-range species. Despite a recent history of intensive human disturbance, the butterfly fauna of Mabira Forest has shown marked resilience. Mabira forest reserve is a home to two sub-species which are endemic to Uganda including Tan uetheira timon orientius (for which Ugandan forests are the eastern limit of the species' range) and Acraea lvco enitebbia (Davenport et al., 1996). The moth fauna is typical of large forests situated on the lake crescent. Mabira Forest Reserve supports a few rainforest species from West and Central Africa. A total of 52 hawk moth and 45 silk moth species characteristic of closed canopy forests and forest edges live in the forest. Several lowland species have also been recorded. Compared with other major forests in Southern and Western Uganda, Mabira Forest is a high-ranking site for silk moths, but less so for hawk moths. This is because the Eastern range of most West African hawk moth species does not extend to this region. 1.7. Objectives of Management The location, unique species richness and productivity of Mabira Forest Reserve, impart to it special qualities demanding a multiple objective management approach. The objectives of management of the forest therefore, are to; i conserve and enhance forest biodiversity and ecological conditions; * produce timber and non-timber products on a sustainable yield basis using the most efficient methods (ie. without compromising the capability of the forest to provide environmental services); * integrate the communities within the forest enclaves and parishes surrounding the forest reserve into the management of the forest; provide recreational facilities for the people of Ugandan citizens, visitors arId tourists; and AES Nile Power 10 Februay,. 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira * carry out research aimed at obtaining information on various aspects of forest ecosystem dynamics for the improvement of the management of Mabira Forest in particular, and other forests in general. To achieve the above management objectives, Mabira forest reserve is divided into five working circles namely; * the conservation working circle consisting of 13 compartments including compartments 198-202, 207-210 and 213-216 as the Strict Nature Reserve; * the production working circle consisting of 45 compartments which include compartments 171-188, 192-197, 217-237 and 71 ha of Kalagala Falls forest reserve; * the community participation working circle to pilot Collaborative Forest Management (CFM) within selected forest enclaves and parishes surrounding the forest reserve; • the recreation working circle consisting of 9 compartments which include compartments 189-191, 203-206, 211-212 and 33 ha of Kalagala Falls forest reserve totalling 4,097 ha; and * the research working circle. 1.8. Approach to the Assignment This assignment was carried out in three phases including a detailed literature review, a detailed stock assessment of the forest area to be affected by the proposed wayleave, followed by a monetary valuation of the impact of wayleave clearance on the stock and tourism potential of the forest. All three phases involved consultations and meetings aimed at building consensus and agreement on a number of conceptual issues and the approach to the assignment. AES Vile Power 11 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 1.8.1. Literature Review The detailed literature review involved a study of the draft environmental impact statement (EIS) of the connection to the 132 kV transmission network, the Forestry Natulre Conservation Master Plan, Mabira Forest Reserve Biodiversity Report, the Fornst Management Plan for Mabira Forest Resenre, Report of an Economic Evaluation of the Forest Sector in Uganda and other reports and articles relevant to the study. The review aimed at informing the study the nature and condition of Mabira Forest Reserve with a view to identifying the magnitude of the potential impact on the forest of the proposed construction of the 220 kV electricity transmission line wayleave. 1.8.2. Consultations and meetings Two formal meetings and a number of informal consultations were made in the course of thiis study. One of the formal meetings took place on Friday 21 March, 2000 in Mabira Forest and involved representatives of AES Nile Power, the Forest Department, the Enumeration team and the Environmental Economic Assessment Consultant. The main objective of the meetings and consultations as already mentioned, was to agree on the parameters, approach and scope of the study. 1.8.3 Detailed Assessment of Stock The detailed assessment of standing stock involved a comprehensive inventory of the tree and other biomass cover in the 40 m x 18 km corridor 30 m to the north and generally parallel to the existing 132 kV UEB transmission line. Enumeration plots measuring 40 m x 100 m were established at 1 km intervals for the 18 km distance from compartment 211 to the East to Compartment 174 to the West. The assessment of standing stock involved tree identification, detailed counts and measurement of tree size parameters including diameter at breast height (dbh), bole heig!ht and canopy diameter (for all trees above dbh 10 cm). Similarity of tree parameters to the West of the proposed wayleave allowed this study to utilise data from ten rather than the originally anticipated eighteen sample plots. Besides the similarity of tree characteristics, the 5 percent sampling intensity generated by using ten 40 m x 100 m sample plots was founld AES Nile Power 12 February. 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira scientifically adequate for inventory purposes. Regeneration and other biomass characteristics were also stuclied. The study of regeneration and other biomass characteristics involved the rn establishment of 5 m x 5 m sample plots within each of the larger 40 m x 100 m plots where detailed counts of seedlings, saplings and other biomass was done. Inventory data from the sample plots was sorted and grouped by species. Whole tree over bark volume for timber size trees (>30 cm dbh) and number of running metres for pole size trees ((30 cm dbh) respectively were then detennined using conversion factors developed by the Biomass Project of the Forest Department in Nakawa. I 1.8.4. Valuation of the Impact of the Location and Construction of the Wayleave The cost of locating the wayleave through Mabira Forest will be the sum total of a number of cost elements including, one; the direct loss of standing tree biomass which will be cleared, two; the disturbance of eco-tourism infrastructure including forest trails and cycling tracks, and the implied need to relocate them, and three; the likely impact on tourist visitations. In addition to the three cost elements mentioned above, the study acknowledged the incremental management costs related to supervision and surveillance of project activities by the Forest Department. It also noted potential loss of revenue due to reduced physical productivity of the forest in relation to its carbon sequestration function, lost biodiversity including medicinal plants, fruits and wild game. The consultant worked closely with the Va]uationllnventory/Survey Team (including E.S. Mungati, R. I. Mungati, P. M. Mungati of East African Consulting Surveyors and Valuers, Kampala; Adrian. 0. Jonson of Young, Stuart and Associates Inc. of South Africa; Samuel Chemisto, Natural Forest Management Officer, Mabira Forest) who provided inventory data on the nature, character and quantity of standing stock. The inventory data was thereafter used in a market analysis to determine the monetary implication of locating and constructing The following biomass function was used to calculate single tree wet weights for trees of K60 cm dbh) = Exp [(0.5 * 0.0892) - (1.795491 + 1.943912 * In dbh) + (0.473731 * In total height) + (0.245776 * In crown width)]. Wet weight for trees ofŽ60 cm dbh)=Exp [(0.5*0.05222)-(2.192612 + 2.032931* In dbh) +(0.31292 * In total height) + (0.436348* In crown width)]. Both wet wcights were converted to timber volume at a factor of 0.7 tones wet weight = I m3 of timber volume. AES Nile Power 13 Februarv, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira the proposed wayleave. Whereas the study appreciated that forest production systems are in a continuous state of flux and could, therefore. change in a manner unrelated and probably LTreater than the proposed physical disturbance of the forest, the study limited itself to estimating the most direct environmental and natural resource costs of constructing the wayleave. 1.9. Economic Value of Environmental Impacts The way leave is located through a changing forest landscape ranging from Celt.s- Chrysophyllum medium altitude moist semi-deciduous forests to Piptadeniastrum-Albizia- Celtis forests. Although partially degraded, the forest has regenerated considerably to provi de an important source of pit-sawn timber, various community uses and biodiversity values. The key groups and forest production systems which will be affected by the proposed project incltude, 1.9.1. Timber Production This study estimated the average standing volume (timber size trees per hectare on a whole tree basis) within the proposed way leave (approximately 72 hectares) to be 211 m3/ha or 15,192 m3 for the total 72 hectare impact area (Table 1). The study further found out that most of the standing stock comprised of Class II timber tree species. Considering that the cost per m3 of Class 11 timber is U Shs.28,1 00 per m3 over back (i.e. with bark on), the total vahle of standing volume in the impact area is U shs 426,895,200. The figure represents the economic impact in terms of timber value, of locating an-d constructing the proposed wayleave through Mabira Forest. 0 AES Nile Power 14 Februaiy, 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Table 1: Summary of Timber Values (Derived from Inventory Data and Wet Weight Computation Functions Developed by the Biomass Study, Forest Department) Timber Size (2 30 cim dbh) No. of Area Total Counts lnotal Vol/ha T'otal Vol. Price/m3 Total Value Plots Sampled counts /ha Volume (m3) in Impact (Ushs) (Ushs) Sampled (ha) (m3) Area 10 o4 319 80 844 21 1 15,192 28,100 426,895,200 1.9.2. Poles The study computed the density of bush pole size trees ((30 cm 23 cm dbh) in the impact area to be about 267 trees per hectare. The two hundred and sixty seven trees yielded an estimated 1,932 running metres per hectare implying that the total impact area had up to 139,104 running metres of pole size trees. Considering that a running metre of Class II bush poles costs approximately U shs 550, the total value of the pole size standing stock in the impact , area was estimated to be U shs 76,507,200. This figure represents the economic impact in terms of the value of poles of locating and constructing the proposed way leave through Mabira Forest Reserve. Table 2: Summary of Pole Values (Derived from Inventory Data) Timber Size ((30 cm Ž3 cm dbh) No. Of Area Total Counts Total bore RM/ha Total RM Price Total Value Plots Sample Counts I/ length (m) in Impact (RM) (Ushs) sampled (ha) ha Area 10 4 1,06 267 7,728 1,932 139,104 550 76,507,200 1.9.3. Firewood, wild game, honey and other non-timber forest products S The time available to this study did not allow a detailed survey of the quantity and prices of firewood, wild game, honey and other non-timber forest products (NTFPs) that surrounding AES Nile Pouer 15 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira communities obtain from the forest. The study, therefore, used secondary information on community livelihood and dependence on forest resources. An earlier study of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in South Western Uganda estimated that the fuel-wood, honey and othcr non-timber forest products surrounding communities derive from forests were worth about US$ 80/hh/yr (ie Ushs 120,000) )er annum (Sikoyo, 1995). This figure was adopted to estimate the total community value (associated with 15,631 hh) of Mabira Forest to be about U shs 1.876 billion per annum. Considering that the total area of Mabira Forest Reserve is 30, 600 ha of forest, the impaci of wayleave clearance (72 ha) will be about U shs 4,413,459 per annum. 1.9.4. Biodiversity Values Literature review on the biodiversity value of Mabira Forest indicated that the forest is n-ot one of the most important biodiversity refugia in Uganda. The forest ranks 24th out of 65 ranked forests and has a score of only 13.1 against other investigated forests in Uganda. Mabira forest, however, is important in terms of the rarity value of its species. The forest supports six (6) rare species of butterflies, one (1) of moths, one (1) of birds and one (l) of trees. The forest is, in fact, the only block of medium altitude moist semi-deciduous forest type DI (Langdale-Brown et al., 1964) in the protected area system, a vegetation type that does not occur in any of the country's other protected areas (Davenport et al, 1996). The time available for this study, again did not allow empirical valuation of the biodiversity roles of the forest. The study however, benefited from earlier studies of the biodiversity values of forests in Ghana (Peasah, 1994). The Ghana study estimated the biodiversity value of tropical forests in Ghana at US $5 per hectare per annum. This figure was adopted to estimate the equivalent biodiversity value that will be lost due to the clearance of 72 ha of forest in the impact area to be US $ 360 or U shs 550,800 per annum. 1.9.5. Carbon sink functions For the same reasons explained above, this study also adopted tropical evergreen carbon sequestration values estimated by the Centre for Social and Economic Research on the Global Environment (CSERGE) in 1993. CSERGE puts the carbon stock in tropical evergreen AES Nile Power 16 Februan. 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira forests at 144.0 torles of carbon per hectare (tC/ha) for total above ground biomass and 66.0 tones of carbon per hectare for soil and below ground biomass respectively. The above figures indicate a one off carbon stock value since tropical evergreen forests are never clearfelled for re-planting. The above figures imply that wayleave clearance will reduce the carbon stocking capacity of Mabira Forest by a total of 15,120 tones of carbon (associated with the 72 ha to be cleared). An FAO study (FAO, 1997) using carbon offset and offset value data from the SEP-FACE Uganda reforestation project in Kibale and Semliki and Mount Elgon National Parks indicated that the cost of sinking I ton of carbon through afforestation in Uganda is about US $1.1 per ton of carbon sunk, implying that a total of US $16,632 or U shs 25,446,960 would need to be invested in alternative afforestation programs to recover the lost carbon stocking capacity of the forest reserve. 1.9.6. Eco-tourism Uganda's tropical high forests (THFs) have some of the richest diversity of plant and animal life in the world. In the last ten years, therefore, an increasing number of people worldwide have shown interest in visiting them. This growing willingness is demonstrated by the positive growth in tourist visitor numbers to Mabira Forest which are indicated below; Table 3: Tourist Visitations and Revenue Collection at the Mabira Eco-tourism Center (Ushs) Forest Foreign Visitors Local Visitors Revenue Collected Reserve 1996 1997 1998 1999 1996 1997 1998 1999 1996 1997 1998 1999 Mabira 1,097 1,304 1,450 1,318 515 1,094 1,125 2.880 1,130,250 11.666,189 16,500,000 13,517,750 Source: Forest Department Records (2000) Discussions with management at the Forest Department and at the Eco-tourism Centre in Mabira did not indicate potential loss of revenue due to wayleave construction. The O discussions, however, pointed out the need to relocate tourist facilities including cycling A4ES Nile Powter 17 Februarln, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira tracks and foot trails away from the project impact area to minimise the visual impact of the wayleave. The cost of relocating the above facilities estimated to total about U shs 1,200,000 was the only cited monetarisable eco-tourism related damage associated with the location and constniction of the proposed wayleave in the eco-tourism section of the Forest Reserve. 1.9.7. Incremental Management Costs The Forest Department will need to commit three forest staff including a Forest Officer, a Forest Ranger and driver plus a departmental vehicle and accessories to monitor the implementation of the mitigation measures proposed in the project EIS. The cost of staff time in the field was therefore, computed using standard subsistence daily allowances for the three categories of staff effort for a period of 18 months (based on a 22 day/month work:ing schedule). A total of U shs 7,904,160 including U shs 6,526,080 as staff costs and U shs 1,378,080 as cost of fuel and vehicle maintenance will be the cost associated with assigning personnel time to project related activities. Management of the Forest Department indicated the need to revise the Mabira Forest Management Plan to address the impacts of wayleave clearance on the conservation and tourism working cycles of the forest. The cost of revision of the management plan V.as estimated at U shs 1,500,000. The two costs indicated above are not reflected in the Forest Department medium term expenditure framework as planned department expenditures. They are therefore to be met by the developer (ie AES Nile Independent Power). 1.9.8. Land take It is envisaged that the developer will acquire a special occupation permit before wayleave clearance commences. The forest occupation permit is issued free of charge. An annual ground rent is however, levied on any occupation of forest land to the tune of U shs 20,000 per hectare per annum for developments in the category of wayleave clearance and maintenance. In such a case, the cost of land-take in terms of ground rent (at current rates) for AES Nile Power 18 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira the 220 kV electricity transmission line wayleave will be U shs 1,440,000 per annum. This cost is not included in the summarv of economic values and proposed mitigation plan , (Section 2.0). 2.0. Summary of Economic Values and Proposed mitigation Plan This section provides a summary of the economic value of the overall impact of way leave construction. This was computed by simply adding together the individual values of the impacts of way leave construction on timber and pole production, non-timber forest products, biodiversity, carbon sequestration, eco-tourism and forest management costs. The individual values include the following: AES Nile Power 19 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Table 4: Economic Value of the Impacts of Way Leave Construction Method of calculation Number of units Cost of way leave affected construction (U shs) Timber production Inventory and market analysis 15,192 m3 426,895,200 P'ole production Inventory and market analysis 139,104 RM 76,507,200 NTFPs including Secondary information on hh usage 15,631 hh 4,413,459 firewood, wild game, per annum honey etc. Secondary information derived using 72 ha of tropical 550,800 Biodiversity values WTP studies in Ghana evergreen forest Carbon sequestration Effect on production combined with 15,120 tC 25,446,960 secondary information carbon sequestration deals for the SEP- FACE Uganda project Eco-tourism Replacement cost of infrastructure 45 kms 1,200,000 Management costs Cost of staff time and other inputs 3 staff 7,904,160 using labour market rates Revision of forest Actual costs - 1,500,000 management plan TOTAL COST! 544,417,779 VALUE The total cost equivalent to U shs 544,417,779 (equivalent to USD 340,262 at the mid-year 2000 exchange rate of Ushs 1600 to a USD) should be the amount of money set aside to AES Nile Power 20 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira address the environmental impacts of wayleave construction through Mabira Forest Reserve. This figure is derived using current prices and market exchange rates in which case an * interest rate of 12 percent per annum (to account for the social cost of capital) should be applied to any balance of money not yet disbursed to the Forest Department once the compensation date is due. AES Nile Power 21 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira REFERENCES Carswell, M. ( 1986). Birds of the Kampala Area. Scopus Special Supplement No. 2. 0 EANHS. Nairobi. Claus-Michael Falkenerg and Steve Sepp (2000). Economic Evaluation of the Forest Sector in Uganda Contribution of the Forest Sector Review, January, 2000. Collar, N. J., Crosby, M. J., and Stattersfield, A. J. (1994). Birds to Watch 2. The World List of Threatened Birds. Birdlife International. Davenport, T.,. Howard P. C., and Baltzer, M. (eds) (1996). Mabira Forest Resetrve Biodiversity Report No. 13. Delany, M. J. (1975). The Rodents of Uganda. 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Forests Act Cap. 246 of the Laws of Uganda. m Government of Uganda (2000). The Forest Produce Fees and Licenses Order, 2000. Statutory Instruments Supplement No. 7. Uganda Gazette No. 20 Vol XCIII dated March, 2000. UPPC Entebbe-Uganda. Howard P. C. (1991). Nature Conservation in Uganda's Tropical Forest Reserves. IUCN, Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK. Howard P. C. et al. (1994). An Annotated Checklist of Uganda's Indigenous Trees and Shrubs. Uganda Forest Department, Kampala. Kingdon J. (1971). East African Mammals. An Atlas of Evolution in Africa. Vol 1. The University of Chicago Press. Langdale-Brown, I.; H. A. Osmaston and J. G. Wilson (1964). The Vegetation of Uganda and its Bearing on Land-Use. Entebbe Government Printer. Peasah, Awuah (1994). Resource and Environmental Accounting Framework for Ghana. Unpublished MSc. Ecological Economics Dissertation of Edinburgh University, Scotland. Sikoyo, George Michael (1995). Economic Valuation of Community Direct Use Benefits from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, South-Western Uganda. Unpublished MSc. Ecological Economics Dissertation of Edinburgh University, Scotland. WS Atkins Intemational Ltd, Development Consultants International and African Development and Economic Consultants Ltd (1999). Bujagali Hydropower Project, Uganda. Connection of the 132 kV Transmission Network EIS Report. AES Nle Power 23 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 0 This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES Mle Power 24 Februari, 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX 1 40 ZONAT'ION OF MABIRA FOREST RESERVE S AES Nile Power 25 Fehruarpl, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayieave through Mabira 0 This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES Nile Power 26 Februar-v. 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleavo through Mab ra APPENDIX I ZONATION OF MA4BIRA FOREST RESE1RVE ~zt Cr~~ 23 4ES Nile Power 27 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 0 This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES N/ile Power 28 February, 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira * APPENDIX II MABIRA FOREST ECO-TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN 0 AES,Nile Power 29 Fehruary, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira This page is intentionally blank. A A4ES Aile Power 30 Fwebruary, 2001 Economic Assessment orthe 220kV Transmission LUne Wayleave through Mablra APPENDIX H NMABIRA FOREST ECO-TOUTRISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN \N C S 24~~~~~~~~~~~~ ABS Nile Power 31 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira . This page is intentionally blank. A AS Nile Power 32 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX III PARISHES SURROUNDING MABIRA FOREST 0 AES Nile Power 33 Februarv, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira . This page is intentionally blank. A AES Nile Power 34 February, 2001 Economic Assessmen2 of the 220kV Transmission Line Waylcave through Mabira APPENDIX III PARISHES SURROUNDING MABIRA FOREST r\~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~r 2-5 A4ES Nile Power 35 Februam' 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira . This page is intentionally blank. S A4ES Nile Power 36 Februan,, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX IV DIAMETER DISTRIBUTION OF TIMBER SIZE SPECIES (DBHŽ 30CM) IN COMPARTMENT 202 FOR A IOOM X 40M PLOT 0 A4ES Nile Po" er 37 February, 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira . This page is intentionally blank. A AES Nile Power 38 Februari, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX IV DIAMETER DISTRIBUTION OF TIMBER SIZE SPECIES (DBHŽ 30CM) IN COMPARTMENT 202 FOR A IOOM X 40M PLOT SPECIES DBH COUNT Lannea welwitschii 30 3 Antiaris toxicaria 31 1 Teclea nobilis 32 1 Funtumia elastic 34 2 Celtis zenkeri 35 3 Trilepsium chinense 37 1 Celtis mildbraedii 39 1 Ficus mucuso 40 1 Olea welwitschii 42 1 Trilepsium madagascariensis 44 1 Albizia grandbracteata 45 1 Magavitaria discidea 46 1 Celtis mildbraedii 47 1 Macaranga pynaerti 50 1 Erythrophylum 52 1 Macaranga pynaertii 55 1 Antiarus toxicaria 65 1 TOTAL 22 AES Nile Power 39 Februarx, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira 0 This page is intentionally blank. 0 AES Aile Power 40 Februan;, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX V POPULATION AND NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS SURROUNDING MABIRA 04 AES Nile Power 41 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira This page is intentionally blank. 0 0 AES Nile Power 42 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira APPENDIX *7 POPULATION AND NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS SURROUNDING MABIRA PARISH POPULATION (1991) POPULATION (2000) NO. OF HOUiSEHOLDS BUWOLA 1,485 1,838 368 KALAGALA 4.4A4 5,489 1.098 KATETE 3,863 4,782 956 KAWOMYA 5,977 7,399 1,480 KINONI 2,625 3.250 650 KITIGOMA 5,887 7.288 1,458 KKONKO 5,784 7,160 1,432 KYAJA 2,134 2,642 528 NAGOJJE 3,619 4,480 896 NAKALANGA 4,046 5.009 1,002 NAKIBANO 3,459 4,282 856 NSAKYA 5,060 6,264 1,253 . NTUNDA 4,204 5.204 1,041 SAGAZJ 901 1,115 223 WAGALA 5,186 6,420 1,284 WAKISI 4,468 5,531 1,106 TOTAL 63,132 78,154 S .AES Nile Power 43 Februa:ry, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira This page is intentionally blank. 0 AES Nile Power 44 February, 200] Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira ATTACHMENT I REVIEW COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMIC STUDY BY THE FOREST DEPARTMENT 1.1. General Comments * It is not clear in the report as to when the construction phase is likely to begin. In order to safegaurd against unpredictable economic factors, we suggest that the total economic value be computed in United States dollars. * Though the land will still belong to the Forest Department, there will be a loss of value due to the construction and implementation of the power line. The report however does not indicate this loss in value and user rights. This will however be taken care of in the user pennit to be issued before construction begins. The developer will have to pay for the permit and the annual ground rent on a per hectare basis. There is no mention of future value of the resource in the report. Since the report is restricted to a 40m x 18 km wayleave, any further expansion will be subjected to a fresh economic evaluation. 1.2. Specific Comments * The report does not provide a table of contents for easy referencing. * What is WTP? This is not explained in the list of acronyms. * The literature review in section 1.8.1 is not reflected in the list of references on page 17 of the draft report. * The footnote on page 9 is quite misleading. The author mentions conversion factors, while in actual sense are biomass functions or regression equations used to calculate * single tree weights and not timber volumes. AES Nile Powver 45 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira * It is not clear how this single tree weight was converted to tree volume. The author should indicate the factor used to convert fresh weight to volume. * Section 1.8.3 mentions a team that provided inventory data. The author should state the composition of the team so as to evaluate the integrity of the assessment. * Section 1.9.1 the author should explain why only 10 sample plots were used instead of the expected 18 plots. * Section 1.9.2 the author needs to explain why 30 cm was used as the lower limit for timber size trees. Similarly table 2 gives the summary of pole values derived from inventory data and volume computation functions. Why were volume computations used for pole sizes whose value was based on running metres and not volume? * The figures given in table 2 are of pole size trees and not timber as indicated in tile table and should be less than 30 cm. * The minimum tree size of 10 cm leaves out a number of pole size trees. The minimum diameter should have been lower than what is indicated atleast up to 3 cm. * Sikoyo, George Michael, (1995) is not indicated in the list of references. * Sections 1.9.5 Carbon sequestration should be replaced with carbon stock since this is what is available in the tree biomass. * 1.9.7 the incremental management costs do not reflect the cost of revising the Mabira Management Plan. Due to the increased fragmentation of the forest, the management plan will have to be revised. Since this is an involuntary undertaking and the associated costs are not part of the annual budgetary allocation to the department, such costs must be borne by the developer. * Table 4, the eco-tourism section indicates km as the number of units affected but does not indicate the numerical magnitude of the effect. AES Nile Power 46 Februar, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira * It is not clear whether 12% is an interest rate or discount rate, and where this rate was derived from. The department would like the prevailing bank rate of 25% to be * applied in such a situation. In general, the report generally reflects a fair estimate of the value of the resource likely to be affected by the proposed development. AES Nile Power 47 February, 2001 Economic Assessment of the 220kV Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira . This page is intentionally blank. AES Nile Power 48 February, 2001 APPENDIX D.3 MITIGATION PLAN TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF THE 220 KV ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINE WAYLEAVE THROUGH MABIRA FOREST RESERVE Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix D Bujagali Hydro-Electric Project Mitigation Plan to the Environmental Economic Impacts of the 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve August, 2000 Telly Eugene Muramira Environment and Natural Resource Economist FINAL REPORT AES Nile Power 1 February, 2001 Bu/agaoi Project Transmission System ŁIS Appendix D TABLE OF CONTENTS 0 1.1. Background ................................................ 5 1.2. Project Description ................................................ 6 1.3. Scope for the Assigment ................................................7 1.4. Contents of the Report ................................................8 1.5. Approach to the Assignment............................I........... 9 1.6. Biophysical Conditions of the Proposed Mitigation Project Area ..................................... 10 1.7. Policy and Legal Framework on Acquisition of Land ............................................... 13 l .8. Proposed Mitigation Plan ................................................ l8 1.9. Summary Information on the Proposed Mitigation Plan ............................................. .. 30 REFERENCES ............................................... 33 APPENDIX I ............................................... 35 APPENDIX II ............................................... 39 APPENDIX III ............................................... 43 APPENDIX IV ............................................... 47 APPENDIX V ............................................... 51 APPENDIX VI ............................................... 55 APPENDIX VII ............................................... 57 APPENDIX VIII ............................................... 61 APPENDIX IX ............................................... 63 APPENDIX X ............................................... 67 AXES Nile Power 2 February, 200W Bujagali Project Transmissio? Sys tern EIS Appendix D LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Central Forest Reserves in the Proposed Mitigation Project Area Table 2: Cost of the Mixed Enrichment Planting and Afforestation Mitigation Project Option Table 3: Cost of the Mixed Afforestation and Purchase of Private Forest Table 4: Summary of the Five Mitigation Project Alternatives ALS Nile Power 3 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali ProIect Transmission System EIS A4ppendix D LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AESNP AESNile Power CFM Collaborative Forest Management CFRs Central Forest Reserves EU European Union LFRs Local Forest Reserves NEMA National Environment Management Authority NGOs Non Governmental Organisations NTFPs Non Timber Forest Products UEB Uganda Electricity Board Ushs Uganda Electricity Board kV Kilo Volt AES Nile Power 4 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Tranismission Si'stem EIS Appenidix D 1.1. Background AES Nile Power proposes to build, own and operate a 250 MW hydro-electric power plant at Dumbbell Island on the River Nile. The project will be constructed in two phases. The first phase will involve the installation of 3 x 50 MW generators and a further 2 x 50 MW generators in the second phase. The powerhouse will be located in the channel to the west of Dumbbell Island and the switchyard on the wcst bank of the river. The first phase of the development is scheduled to come into service in 2003 and the second phase in 2006. To evacuate electricity from the proposed power station, AES Nile Power proposes to construct a number of transmission lines to connect to the Uganda Electricity Board (UEB) 132 kV transmission network. Proposals for the construction of the transmission lines have been developed by AES Nile Power (AESNP) and their consultants, Merz and McLellan in close consultation with Uganda Electricity Board (UEB). The transmission lines are planned to traverse a number of areas and ecosystem types , including Mabira Forest Reserve. More specifically, a 220 kV electric transmission line is planned to traverse Compartments 174, 178, 186, 192. 202, 207 and 211. To facilitate the construction and maintenance of the transmission line, a 40m wide x 18km long wayleave will be cleared through the forest. The clearance will have environmental, social and therefore compensation implications. In the above regard therefore, AESNP recently commissioned a study to value the environmental and natural resource impacts of the location, construction and maintenance of the 220 kV electric transmission line wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. The study estimated the environmental and natural resource impacts of wayleave clearance and maintenance at U shs 544,417,779 at current prices. The study also recommended that the estimated value of environmental and natural resource impacts be invested by AESNP in mitigation measures. AESNP therefore, commissioned another study to develop a project mitigation plan. This . report presents the results of the study including proposed mitigation alternatives to address the environmental and economic impacts of locating, constructing and maintaining the 220 kV electric transmission line wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. AES Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Bujagall Project Transmission System EIS Appendix D 1.2. Project Description The proposed mitigation project is planned to include activities aimed at offsetting the environmental economic impacts of the proposed 40 m wide x 18 km long (0.72 km2 or 72 hectares) wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. The impacts of primary concern to this project include the clearance of tree vegetation and the associated loss of timber, poles and non-timber forest products, the loss of biodiversity, the reduction in the forest's capacity to sequester carbon, loss in forest ecotourism value and the other direct and indirect use beneif-its of the forest. Initially, four project options were proposed for detailed assessment as part of the project impact mitigation plan. They included the following; improved management and protection of the remaining forest to improve its capacity to sequester carbon, supply timber, poles or non-timber forest products (NTFFs), support eco-tourism and other direct and indirect benefits of the forest; regeneration/enrichment planting of 72 hectares of forest within the Mabira Forest Reserve; planting of 72 hectares of indigenous hardwood trees in the one hundred metres of river bank as measured from the highest water mark of River Nile next to ihe proposed AESNP hydro-electric power dam, the land AESNP acquired to temporarily accommodate construction activities and labour camps under a renewable five year leasehold, and the partially inundated islands next to the proposed AESNP hydro- electric power dam; purchase and subsequent gazetting of a private forest preferably in an area contiguous to Mabira Forest Reserve. Preliminary consultations during this study revealed that most stakeholders preferred that some of the mitigation options be combined to improve their effectiveness. The following combinations were proposed; (i) options 1 and 2 be combined to do regenerationlenrichmentt planting as part of a wider improved management and protection strategy of the whole of the remaining Mabira Forest Reserve; (ii) option 3 to involve the simultaneous planting of th-le AES Nile Power 6 February, 20(1 Buiagali Project Transmission System EJS Appendix D land AESNP acquired to temporarily accommodate construction activities and labour camps near Dumbbell Island, and the islands and the one hundred metres protected zone on the banks of River Nile next to the proposed AESNP hydro-electric power dam and; (iii) option 4 was considered a good mitigation measure worth assessing as a stand alone option because of the more visual reparation impact it would have (ic restoration or even increase of protected forest area) on the environmental and economic value of Mabira Forest Reserve. This option was., therefore, studied in more detail. The overall mitigation study, however, looked at all three mitigation options and the results of the detailed analysis are presented in Section 1.7 of this report. 1.3. Scope for the Assignment This study aimed at developing a costed forest management/afforestationi/forest acquisition program to offset the environmental economic impacts of the proposed 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve. The environmental economic impacts for which mitigation measures are proposed (valued at U shs 544,417,779) were . identified, quantified and valued in an earlier study on the subject (Environmental Economic Assessment of the 220 kV Electric Transmission Line Wayleave through Mabira Forest Reserve). The proposed mitigation plan is anticipated to cover the following conceptual, size and temporal scope. conceptually, the mitigation plan aims at off-setting the environmental-economic impacts of the proposed 72 hectare wayleave by either developing an ecologically equivalent replacement forest, improving management and protection of remaining forest or purchasing and subsequently gazetting new forest areas (Section 1.2 above); in the case of re-planting or purchase and gazetting of a new forest area, the size and location of the replacement has been planned to cover 72 hectares in an area contiguous to the impact area; 0 AES N\iile Power 7 February, 2001 Bulagali Project Transsmission System EIS Appendix D for the purpose of improving management and protection of the remaining forest, the mitigation plan has been designed to cover the whole of the remaining Mabira Forest Reserve;- the longest temporal scope of the mitigation project is fifteen years to allow options 1 and 2 involving tree planting to take root. The temporal scope envisaged in the case of purchase and subsequent gazetting of a private forest, is however, only two years. 1.4. Contents of the Report This report includes a mitigation plan to the Environmental Economic Impacts of the 220 T ° )~~~~~~~~~C ^ | ~~~~~~~~~~37 5 3 ID . Bqjagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix D APPENDIX I1 MAP OF MABIRA FOREST SHOWING DEGRADED PARTS OF THE FOREST is (ie the area invaded by Lantana caniara and Broussonetia papyriferra) AES Nile Power 39 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix D 0 This page is intentionally blank. A 0 A ES -Nile Power 40 Februaoy, 200;] V , 'S -r->toA wr! KAYUCN / ,,CT4 VN@ u UN GAZETTED FORESTS IN THE VICINnYOF THE IMPACT AREA O E G~~~~~~~~~~~~SW s' AdtninistrtiveBoundaries \ B ,ary, 2C00] Butjagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix F Table 7: Summary of impacts of three potential substation sites in the Kawanda area Issue Option 1: Maganjo Option 2: Kawanda Option 3: Nakyesanja Present main land Small-holdings with Small-holdings with Small-holdings with bush use of plot some dwellings bush Distance from 0.4 km 2 km 1.5 km Kampala - Bombo highway Additional N/A 3.75 km 4.5 km transmission line required (c.f. Option 1) Cost of additional () 656,250 787,500 transmission line c.f. Option ] (US$)* Buildings on site 5 (including two 15 (estimated, 7 (estimated, depending (including access under construction) depending on access on access road alignment) road) road alignment) Estimated population 42 125 58 to be relocated** Estimated value of 100,000 300,000 140,000 buildings to be lost (US$)*** Estimated value of 45,500 22,750 12,250 crops to be lost (US$) Groundworks Minor Extensive Extensive required Landscape impact Moderate Moderate Moderate Graves directly 10-60 None None affected Wayleave impact on None (no residences Minor (a few houses Moderate (church and residences (emr) within 22 m) near Nkokonjeru) several houses at Lubatu & Nakyesanja) Visual impact Lowest Medium Highest Total cost for 145,500 979,000 939,750 additional transmission line, buildings & crops (USD) *Assuming $ 150.0()0 per km for 132 kV line and $200,000 per km for 220 kV line "#Assuming 8-3 persons per dwelling (avcamge figure from Bujagali Hydropower EIA socio-economic survey) Assuming $20,000 per building replacement cost AES Nile Power 7 February. 2001 BzRuacgali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix F To summarise the main impacts associated with the Maganjo site, in comparison with the other two options: Positive S * Lowest construction cost * Lowest impact on buildings and crops * Flatter site will require less preparatorv groundwork * Lowest visual impact due to lower-lying location * Best access from Kampala-Bombo highway Negative * Potential impact on graves (ten to fifty, depending on final site boundary). It may actually be possible to avoid all of the existing gravesites, which lie near two boundaries of the proposed substation, but this may have impacts on features at the other two (opposite) boundaries, such as the Kawanda Secondary School to the west, and houses near the norther boundary. If impacts on the graves cannot be avoided, detailed consultation will be required with the families of the deceased in order to arrive at a satisfactor,v means of relocating the graves. Guidance may be provided by the Ministry of Culture. When we consider this single negative aspect of this site in light of its favourable aspects in comparison to the other two options, we conclude that Maganjo is the preferred site for construction of the Kawanda substation. A A4ES Nile Power 8 Februlaiy 20091 G APPENDIX G SITE DESCRIPTION AND SETTLEMENT PATTERNS ALONG THE PREFERRED TRANSMISSION SYSTEM ROUTE Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix G APPENDIX G SITE DESCRIPTION AND SETTLEMENT PATTERNS ALONG THE PREFERRED *11 TRANSMISSION SYSTEM ROUTE Mutundwe Substation to Kawanda Substation Line and Topography Type of Settlement Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Tower Location MUT low-lying Built-up area Mixed Substation will be 150 (Mutundwe valley residential and m south of railway Substation) __ __ commercial track to Mityana MUT-DE 1 Low-lying Some houses located Mixed Line corridor is valley within corridor residential and slightly wider than 30 commercial m by the substation DE I Low-lying Built-up area Mixed DE tower is on line valley residential and with an existing dead- commercial end tower DE I - AP I Low-lying Several houses Mixed A 33 kV overhead valley (completed & under residential and line on wood poles construction) in line commercial crosses the line route corridor twice AP 1 Low-lying Built-up area Mixed None valley residential and commercial AP 1 - AP 2 Low-lying Built-up area: houses Mixed Line passes 15 m valley located nearby residential and from a house and 30 commercial m from an existing 132 kV line to Kampala North Substation AP 2 Low-lying, Railway (RR) line 15 Small scale Marum track located subject to meters to the north farming close to tower may flooding in need to be relocated rainy season during construction. Tower site will be raised to same height as nearby RR line to minimize flooding of foundation in rainy season. Tower site is within RR reserve. AP 2 - AP 3 Low-lying, Railway line 15 Papyrus Access track may be subject to meters to north of harvesting. placed beside the RR flooding in line. track by extending the rainy season Several shops in RR bank. Bases for corridor where line intermediate towers crosses Old Masaka will be raised to same Road. level as RR track. Crosses old Masaka __ Rd. once. AES Nile Power 1 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Systern EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Settlement Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Tower Location 1 AP 3 Agricultural Some houses nearby Small scale None land adjacent farming. to wetland AP 3 - AP 4 Agricultural Some houses nearby Same as above T-line crosses over land adjacent Old Masaka Road to wetland twice. AP 4 Agricultural Some houses nearby Same as AP 3 Porposed tower falls land adjacent within RR reserve. to wetland AP 4 - AP 5 Low-lying Some houses nearby Same as AP 3 Positions for agricultural intermediate towers land adjacent should be raised to to wetland same level as RR track AP 5 Agricultural Several houses Same as AP 3 Access to tower land adjacent nearby; one factory should be made frorm to wetland and two new the marum track buildings 50 m away behind the factory from tower along the railway or the perimeter wall. Tower site is within RR reserve. AP 5 - AP 6 Wetland none none If intermediate tower(s) is/are required, it/they will 0 be placed directly in the Papyrus swamp. Backfilling of swamp necessary to access tower site. Area for tower may be raised to avoid flooding in rainy season. T-line crosses RR line and runs parallel to it. AP 6 Wetland none none Tower is located on island in the swamp - AP 6 - AP 7 Wetland none none Same as AP 5 - AP 6_ AP 7 Wetland none none none adjacent to agricultural land AES Nile Power 2 February, 2(]01 Bujagali Project Transmission Svsiem EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Settlement Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Tower * Location OD AP 7 - AP 8 Wetland Some houses are Some residential To avoid locating within the line towers in the clay corridor, quarries. t-line is kept on the "dry side" of the minor marum tracks. AP 8 Wetland none none None adjacent to agricultural land AP 8 - AP 9 Wetland Several houses are Some residential Crosses Mitanya Rd within the line once corridor, especially near Mityana Road AP 9 Wetland Some houses nearby Some residential The back-filled area by Mityana Rd needs to be extended further into the swamp to enable the tower construction. Tower will be 25 m NE of road, within swamp. AP 9 - AP 10 Swampy Coffee factory Some At AP 9 the line with low commercial crosses over a 33 kV bushes line in the swamp along Mityana Rd and behind a coffee factorv. AP 10 Seasonal A highschool Residential Tower foundations swam/grass nearby mixed with should be built up to area subject industrial! avoid foundation to flooding commercial being floodcd. Access during rainy to the tower through season Union High School. AP 10 - AP 11 Flat terrain A few houses fall in Residential T-line passes through on westem the line corridor, also mixed with section of flat terrain bank of several sand and clay industrial as well on western bank of Lubigi quarries as some small Lubigi Swamp. Swamp and large scale farmning AP 11 Wetland none Fenced cattle Tower site is close to adjacent to farrn a marum track agricultural land AP 11 - 12 Flat land none Small-scale Mityana Rd crossed farming once. AP 12 Wetland Playground is located Some residential SE boundary of adjacent to NW of the tower playground is 12.5 m S agricultural from t-line and land follows it for approx. 37 m. AES Nile Power 3 February, 2001 Bujagalz Project Transmission System EIS .4ppendix G Line and Topography Type of Settlement Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Tower Location AP 12 - AP 13 Papyrus A few huts and Some residential Line crosses approx. swamp, houses are along the 150 m of Papyrus small forest line corridor swamp. (primarily Eucalyptus) AP 13 Wetland none None Angle tower is situated by a spring well at the end of a marum track which can be accessed from Hoima Rd. AP 13 - AP 14 Couple of none Papyrus Towers placed close papyrus hanresting to the swampy areas swamps should be built up te along route reduce risk of seasonal flooding. AP 14 Wetland A few houses under Clay quarry None adjacent to construction nearby nearly agricultural tower position. land AP 14 -AP 15 Small group A few houses under Some residential Line crosses road of eucalyptus construction, and small scale between Kampala and trees especially by Hoima farming Hoima. Road .___ AP 15 Agricultural Some houses nearby Some residential Swampy area in towcr land adjacent and small scale position will be buill to wetland farming up for access and to avoid flooding. Tow.er located approx. 17 rr ENE of road. AP 15 - AP 16 Low swampy A few houses and Some residential Swamp areas must b. land (2 km), huts, especially along and small scale built-up at positions gently rolling marum tracks farming for intermediate sites. terrain, a Construction of seasonal service track along swamp, some this part of line might agricultural be difficult. land, few trees AES Nile Power 4 February, 209] Buiagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix G Line and lopography Type of Settlement Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Tower Location AP ]6 Agricultural Line passes along Residential and Angle tower situated land and western edge of small scale in a banana plantation degraded Katoke Village close to the main forest marum track in Katoke village. AP 16 - AP 17 Gently A few houses near Small scale Selected corridor rolling corridor farming for passes between agricultural about 1/2 distance villages of Kisimu land with with a small and Wamala. degraded amount of forest; some residential trees and mixed bushes with one narrow swamp AP 17 Gently None None Angle tower is rolling situated within area of degraded plot Kawanda Agricultural Research Station on the sloping ground 60 m from the edge of the swamp. AP 17 - DE 2 Existing 33/11 kV Nursery Crosses over Bombo substation approx. 70 plantations Rd once. Substation m from corridor and and OH-lines not crosses an 11 kV expected to cause overhead line (OH- problems during t-line line) construction. Access from Bombo Rd towards AP 17 and DE2 DE 2 Bushland School nearby Some general Tower is 50 m from human use perimeter fence on the centre line between the proposed line bays for Mutundwe 1 and Mutundwe 2. Access to the DE tower along a marum track to the nearby school from Bombo Road. DE 2 - KAW Agricultural School 500 metres Small scale Line corridor is land to northwest of agriculture slightly wider than 30 proposed line m by the substation due to gantries KAW Hilltop in a Kawanda Agricultural Small scale Preferred location for banana Research Station, a agriculture; substation plantation school & playground some residential encompasses the I__________________________ ____I______________ ____________ school's playground. AES.Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix G Kawanda Substation to Bujagali Switchyard Line and Topography Type of | Land Use | Comment/Concernss Angle Point Settlement C Location KAW Hilltop Agricultural Small scale Substation adjacent to ,t (Kawanda research station; playground and a school Substation) on the outskirts of Kampala off of Bombo Rd. New buildings being constructed at proposedl site. Playground will be absorbed by substation KAW-DE 3 Agricultural Small Some small scale Line corridor is slightl) land settlements are fanning and wider then 40 meters, i within the some residential may interfere with the corridor small population DE 3 Agricultural None None Access to tower along a land adjacent to marum track north of bushland proposed substation sit:. DE 3-BP 1 Valley. Section None None of the line passes over a papyrus swamp _ BP 1 Wetland. None Clay quarries Some cutting in the Eucalytus forest adjacent Eucalyptus nearby. forest may be needed. Access to tower from marum track off Bombo Road. BP I -BP 2 Flat grasslands Some houses Cattle farms Back filling will be Adjacent to a nearby necessary over swamp wetland area BP 2 Wetland Some housing Small scale The tower will have to settlements farming be built higher up, as the nearby swamp area will be subject to flooding during rainy season BP 2-BP 3 Wetland, gently Some houses Some small scale Gayaza road is crossed rolling hills, flat fall within the farming; once. Some trees to be land, small corridor residential and cleared for T-system. wooded areas some small and low bushes industrial use BP 3 Wetland and A few minor The access track to the agricultural structures/ Small scale line may need some land buildings close farming incl. improvement to tower position poultry farming/backyard gardens, some residential ___ AES Nile Power 6 Februarn, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Point Settlement Location l BP 3- BP 4 Gently rolling Some houses in Cattle grazing, Lwajali stream and main with some the area of Jinja- large and small marum tracks crossed. valley Misinde fall scale farming; Access to transmission crossings and within the line residential line from here. agricultural corridor. Huts, land houses, a church, and a school nearby BP 4 Agricultural None Small scale None land farming and gardening BP 4-BP 5 Valley Corridor passes Some small scale Some trees will have to crossings through some farming, Mwola be cut. Kasota swamp villages and Forest Reserve and Lwajali stream is close to others. crossed, some crossed. In other places, residential some clay huts and houses fall within the corridor. BP 5 Agricultural Some housing Small scale The angle tower is land adjacent to settlements farming; banana positioned within a a wetland nearby plantation banana plantation From BP5 east, the proposed t-line runs parallel to, and north of, the existing 132 kV line BP 5-BP 6 Nama village, Small scale The line crosses Forested area, and another farming, Kifu Mukono-Kayunga Road grass areas and small village fall Forest Reserve, and Kifu stream. Marum bushland within corridor residential tracks provide access. High trees within the corridor will need to be removed. BP 6 Hilly area A church, Small scale The caretaker of the kitchen and farming church said it would be small living possible for the church to quarters fall be reconstructed nearby. within the Existing tower adjacent corridor (132 kV line) BP 6- BP 7 Dense bush, Large and small A number of marum some high Some huts, scale farming, tea routes can be used for trees, two houses and plantation; accessing the line route. valleys crossed shops fall within commercial and containing corridor line residential swamps, and agricultural land AES Nile Power 7 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Point Settlement Location = 0 BP 7 Agricultural Large scale Access to tower from lands Small village farming; marum track located tc and houses residential the north. surround existing 132 kV- line tower BP 7-BP 8 Gently rolling A few huts and Small and large Thick rain forest and Mix of houses fall scale farming stream crossed. Agricultural within the including coffee land and corridor and banana western edge of plantations; forest reserve residential. (Mabira) Mabira Forest Reserve BP 8 Villages Small scale Access from the (Existing Some dense farming, Kampala-Jinja Rd. tower 138) forest residential and Improvements to maruin commercial track will be needed before and after construction. BP 8- BP 9 Dense rain None Mabira Forest Low laying land may b. forest area. Reserve subject to seasonal Gently rolling floods. A bridge may to hilly terrain need to be reconstructed for access. BP 9 Partially Small villages Mabira Forest Repairs before and after (Existing forested nearby Reserve construction may be tower 159) necessary. The line crosses through villages and part of the dense forest. BP 9- BP 10 Rain forest and None Some large scale Low areas subject to gently rolling, farming within seasonal floods. Bridge, low hills with a Mabira Forest across streams should be number of Reserve improved or new ones valleys constructed. BP 10 Agricultural None Large scale Accessible by marum (Existing land farming, incl. track. Last tower on tower 181) sugarcane existing 132 kV line plantation before proposed line goes to NE of existing line BP 10- BP 11 Agricultural Villages nearby Large and small Access to corridor from land scale farming sugar cane plantation tracks. BP 11 Agricultural Huts, houses Large scale Access from Malindi land and a school farming along a marum track, and nearby from along sugar cane tracks near Junja- Kayunga Rd. AES Nile Power 8 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Tratnsmission Svstem EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Point Settlement Location BP 11- DE 4 Flat agricultural Along Jinja- Large and small Easily accessible land Kayunga Rd. scale fanning; landscape. A newly some houses and residential and constructed 33 kV line shops fall within commercial and a 0.4 kV line under line corridor. construction along main Small village, road. school and playground nearby DE 4 Flat landscape None None None DE 4- BUJ Flat landscape None None The line corridor is slightly wider then 40 m _by the substation BUJ Agricultural None Small scale None land I_ farming Bujagali Switchyard to Owen Falls/Tororo Connections Line and Topography Type of Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Point Settlement Location __ ._____ ____ . BUJ Agricultural None Small scale Switchyard is located on land farming the western bank of the Nile River, between the Jinia-Kayunga Rd and the Nile River DE 5 (Owen None Small scale Falls farming connection) and DE 6 (Tororo connection) BUJ- DE 5 A few scattered Small scale The line corridor is and DE 6 houses nearby farming slightly wider then 65 meters by the substation DE5-CP1 Relatively flat A few huts and Small scale and DE 6-CP landscape, a houses fall farming; valley is within the residential 2 crossed corridor AES Nile Power 9 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix G Line and Topography Type of Land Use Comment/Concerns Angle Point Settlement Location l CP l-CP 2 Agricultural None Small scale land. gentle farrning, incl. slope Banana and coffee farms CP 1-Tower Relatively flat Buloba, Kiyira Small scale Line is 50 metres from 540 and CP 2- landscape. & Bi]owali farrming; edge of Nile Rive at its CP 3 Valleys villages residential closest point traversed with adjacent. Some streams huts and houses emptying into are within the Nile River corridor CP 3 Agricultural A few scattered Small scale land houses nearby farming CP 3- Tower Valley crossed A small This section connects t. 539 with a stream settlement Small scale the existing 132 kV lin. draining into nearby farming between Owen Falls and the Nile River Tororo Towers 539 Agricultural None Small scale and 540 area farrming Source: Determination of Line Route for Electric Supply Line (Bujagali-Kawanda- Mutundwe): Final Line Report. By Carl Bro International AIS. April 2000. 0 A4ES Nile Power 10 Februaroy, 2010] H APPENDIX H PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND DISCLOSURE PLAN FOR THE BUJAGALI PROJECT TRANSMISSION SYSTEM Bujagali Project Tranismission System EIS Appendix H 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Project There is a well-established need for increased power generation in Uganda to meet the demands of domestic and industrial users and to take advantage of the opportunities for export to neighbouring countries. Given the suitability of parts of the River Nile for hydropower generation and that Uganda, has no exploitable geothermal resources and would have to import fuel for thermal generation, hydropower is considered to be a viable option to meet expanding power needs. Electricity demand estimates show that in spite of current increase in production capacity, there will still be a future deficit in power production. This will act as a constraint to economic and social development. AESNP, a wholly owned subsidiary of AES Corporation of the USA, has approval from the Government of Uganda for the construction of a 200MW power station (with the option of an extension of 50MW) on the River Nile at Bujagali. This will be the first private power project undertaken in Uganda following changes to the legislation allowing private participation in the electricity sector. In order to evacuate power from the proposed power station to the Ugandan 132kV transmission system, new transmission infrastructure is required. After construction, this transmission infrastructure will be handed over to UEB who will own, and be responsible for, the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the lines and towers. Such an undertaking is subject to the Environmental Impact Assessment (ETA) of both the Government of Uganda and the World Bank Group, a potential financing agency of the project. One of the World Bank's requirements respecting a project of this magnitude is that a Public Consultation and Disclosure Plan (PCDP) is prepared. 1.2 Outline Of the Project The project has a number of components that are discussed in detail in section 1.2 of the Bujagali Transmission System Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The total length of the transmission system corridor will be 97.5 km. At the eastern end of the corridor the lines will pass through small-scale farmland along the west Bank of the Nile and through some plantation land to the Mabira Forest. Through the forest reserve, the line will follow an existing transmission line corridor. To the west of the forest, the line passes as far as possible AES Nile Power I Februarv, 2001 Btuagali Project Transmission Svslem EIS Appendix H through low-lying valleys to minimise the potential impact on settlements, economic activities, and community facilities. To the west of Kampala, the line skirts the Lubigi Swamp to avoid the densely settled parts of the city. 0 The new lines require wayleaves of varying widths. Under current Ugandan legislation the construction of dwellings within the wayleave is not permitted and there are restrictions on the type of crops that can be grown. A five-metre strip under the line is required for an access road. No land is to be acquired for the line but compensation is payable to interested parties for the restrictions imposed on land use. 2. REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND DISCLOSURE 2.1 Government of Uganda Requirements The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), which falls under the auspizes of the Ministry of Water, Lands and Environment, was established in 1995 with the specific task of coordinating, monitoring and supervising all aspects of environmental managemen. in Uganda. A significant component of this task is the operation of the Ugandan Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process. NEMA issued a set of guidelines for undertaking EIAs in July 1997. A Statutory lnstrum; nt setting out the EIA regulations was issued in 1998. A key provision of the EIA process is to enable the public to have the full opportunity for involvement and participation in environmiental decision-making associated with projects subject to the process. NEMA (1997) sets out the following requirements for public consultation for an EIA study: (i) Prior to commencement of the EIA Having received the developers brief, if NEMA decides it is necessary to consult and seek public comment it shall, within four weeks of submission of the brief, publish the developers notification and other supporting documents in a public notice. Objections and comments from the public shall be submitted to the authority within 21 days of publication of the notice. (ii) During the EIA Study The team conducting the study shall consult and seek public opinion on environmental aspects of the project. AES Nile Power 2 February, 200] Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix H (iii) After Completion of the Study The EIS will be a public document open for inspection. Within two weeks of receipt of the , EIS, NEMA will make copies of it available for public inspection through issue of a public notice. Comments on the EIS are then due within three weeks of publication of the public notice. If NEMA considers the level of public consultation has been insufficient at any point, or if they feel that the project would benefit from further public involvement, a public hearing will be announced. Ten days between this notification and the hearing is required. 2.2 World Bank Group Requirements The World Bank and the Intemational Finance Corporation's (IFC) requirements with respect to public consultation in environmental assessments are set out in OP4.01 Environmental Assessment (See Table 2.1 within the EIS report). The Bujagali project (including both the hydropower generation and transmission components) is classified as a Category A project under OP 4.01, as it will have the potential for significant adverse environmental effects. For such projects, project sponsors are required to consult with stakeholders on the preparation and results of their EIA and to disclose to the public the results of the EIA process. Ongoing *3 consultation is also required during construction and operation phases of the project. A Public Consultation and Disclosure Plan (PCDP) is required for all Category A projects.Guidelines for the production of a PCDP are set out in IFC Guidance Note F - Procedures for Environmental and Social Review of Projects. Essential IFC requirements regarding public consultation and disclosure include: * At least one round of public consultation each, at the "scoping", EA review and construction and operation stages of a project; all to be conducted in culturally appropriate ways; * Careful documentation of all public consultation activities and issues; * Public disclosure of EA documentation both at the World Bank Infoshop and in the country where the project is proposed for specified periods of time; * Circulation of local language summaries of EA results; and, * Demonstrated responsiveness by project sponsor to issues raised during consultation. , The intent of AESNP has been, and is to continue, to comply with IFC and NEMA requirements regarding public consultation and disclosure as the project planning and implementation for the Bujagali project progresses. AES Nile Power 3 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H 3. REVIEW OF PREVIOUS PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND DISCLOSURE This section details all PCD activities undertaken to date including: Information Dissemination: the types of inforrnation disseminated, the fonrm this took and the means of dissemination, Consultation Details: the locations and dates of meetings including a description of the individuals, groups and organisations consulted; Issues and Responses: An overview of the issues discussed and how the project sponsor responded to them (including an explanation if issues were not addressed); and, Communications: explanations of how these responses were communicated to those consulted and the wider public. 3.1 Information Dissemination AESNP has used culturally sensitive methods for carrying out their public consultation activities for the Bujagali project's transmission system. For example, meetings with local people were generally conducted in Luganda and/or Lusoga languages and the AESNP team was available to answer questions. AESNP also used charts, maps and diagrams as much as possible to accommodate those who were illiterate to ensure broad understanding of the project. To schedule a meeting, an AESNP Liaison Officer went to the site personally, and used written letters and messengers to schedule a village meeting through the appropriate LCs - a process that could take several days. Also, stakeholders were consulted by AESNP at times and locations that best accommodated them. For example, most meetings took place in evenings and weekends, outside of normal working hours. For the transmission system component of the Bujagali project, AESNP utilised the following methods for engaging the public in the EIA process. Advertising: used to advise people of a forthcoming event or deadline, or present informati on about the project. For instance, AESNP distributed circulars through several levels of government to the affected stakeholders, updating them on the project process. In addition, the stakeholders were informed of the forthcoming project events at public meetings, and through letters via the LC 1 level of government. This formn of public notification was used in January 2000 for example, to provide the 60 day notice under the Electricity Act that AESNP was considering a transmission line through the affected villages. AESNile Power 4 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H Public Meetings: used to ensure all stakeholders were included in the communication process and to ensure their statements and views were made publicly. Such meetings were conducted rn in 55 villages along the preferred transmission system route between January and October of 2000. Local councillors assisted in the facilitation of these meetings that were intended to sensitise people to the proposed transmission system, particularly to the issues of resettlement and compensation. Local consultants retained by AESNP recorded stakeholders' concerns, as they were voiced in the local language. The local consultants subsequently translated the proceedings into English for the AESNP team. In June, 2000, AESNP also hosted a public forum for international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and other concerned stakeholders in Washington DC to discuss the Bujagali project in its entirety, including World Bank policics concerning the project. At this meeting, few concerns were raised about the transmission system required for the project. Interviews with Key People: used to identify issues and listen to peoples' concerns, particularly infonned, local leaders, central government representatives, and NGOs who may or may not support the project. Examples of such interviews (both fornal and informal) included the Uganda Electricity Board, the Ugandan Tourist Board, the Sugar Corporation of S Uganda SCOUL), and the Principal of the Kawanda School. These Interviews took place between November 1998 and February 2000. A complete list of consultees with meeting dates and issues discussed is located at the back of this PCDP labelled PC D Phase 3. Informal At-homne Meetings. used to meet and discuss concerns with people that are likely to be directly affected by the project, but who may not able to participate in more public or distant events. AESNP used this method most often to discuss resettlement, land valuation and compensation with directly affected people. AESNP's two offices in Jinga and Kampala have been open daily to respond to queries from any stakeholder or interested party. Village dwellers frequently visited the closest AESNP office when they had a question or concem about the project and are encouraged to continue to do so. AESNP's official website (www.buiagali.com) also disseminates information about the project in general and also includes a provision for public feedback. Key public consultation activities that have taken place to date during the Transmission Line EIS took place in roughly three different phases and are as follows. AES Nile Power 5 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H Public Consultation and Disclosure (PCD) Phase 1 The Report of Scoping Studies was prepared in December 1998. During the preparation of this report, a series of consultations were held with relevant authorities at national and dist-ict levels to obtain background inforrnation and to seek views on potential route corridors and on the draft Terms of Reference for the Bujagali transmission system EIA. Their comments w. re primarily concerned with the impact of the Transmission system (t-system) on biodiversity and the potential health impacts of electromagnetic radiation (EMR). Their comments were used in the development of the final Termns of Reference (TOR) and sclection of potential t- line routes. The Report of Scoping Study containing the TOR was circulated for comment to IFC, UEB and NEMA, and was finalized for the ETA. A complete list of consultees with their comments is located in the back of this PCDP labeled "PCD Phase 1". PCD Phase 2 Following fieldwork and consultations, an Interim Draft Report was sent to key stakeholders, including IFC, UEB and NEMA for circulation in March 1999. Comments were received from UEB, Uganda Wildlife Society, the Forest Department, and Uganda National Wetlands Conservation and Management Program. The main issues of concern related to resettlement and compensation and the development of an Environmental Action Plan. Consultations were also held with LCV's, LCIII's and LCI's along the route. Due to the large number of villalges affected, it was decided to invite representatives from LCI's to LCIII headquarters for these meetings. Participation was solicited via circulars in local languages during the sixty day notice that was given. All comments received have been taken into consideration in the preparation of the project's final EIS. A complete list of the Government and Business consultees, with their comments, is located at the back of this PCDP labeled "PCD Phase 2". Record of the LC meetings and issues discussed is archived with the other LC consultations in PCD Phase 3 at the back of this PCDP. PCD Phase 3 Phase three of the public consultation and disclosure activities started in February 2000 and. is ongoing. During this round of consultation individual meetings were held with all local authorities at LCV, LCIII and LCI levels. Each village was given notice of the meetings by means of letters and circulars that were distributed by AESNP in the national and local languages. The open question and answer periods were held in the local language at venues that were most convenient for the stakeholders. Venues included schools, churches, and AES Nile Power 6 February, 2001 Btljagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix H homes (particularly in the homes of individuals who were unable to travel). Various levels of government, NGOs, and business interests were also consulted during phase 3. The main /l comments and concerns related to resettlement and compensation for affected stakeholders along the proposed t-system. All comments and concerns are being considered in the design of the Bujagali project and are described below. A complete list of consultees is located in the table at the back of this Appendix H labeled "PCD Phase 3". AESNP saves complete records of meeting minutes on file in Kampala for reference, as well as electronically. Due to the bulk of the documents and the fact that they contain proprietary information, the meeting minutes are not included in this document meant for circulation. 3.2 Consultation Details The public consultation meeting locations and dates, including issues/concerns raised by the consultees, are located in their entirety in the Phase 1- 3 PCD notes at the back of this document. 3.3 Issues and Responses Clearly, compensation and resettlement were the issues of greatest concern to directly , affected members of the public. People who will need to be relocated in the immediate areas of the transmission system expect the valuation of their property and holdings to be carried out transparently and the compensation they receive to be at fair market value. They also expect to be compensated for the "economic displacement" that will result from their resettlement (e.g., loss of productive agricultural land). In response, AESNP worked with the citizens and government regulators to develop an effective and fair manner to appropriately compensate people affected by the Bujagali project's transmission system. This is detailed in the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for the transmission system (part of this EIS, but under a separate cover), prepared in accordance with Ugandan law and World Bank Group policies, in particular OD 4.30 "Involuntary Resettlement". The RAP also sets out how infornation regarding employment opportunities will be made available locally, how education and training will be developed, and how people will qualify and will be able to access information respecting a possible compensation package. Other important issues/concerns raised by the public during consultation included: O assisting in opening bank accounts for the citizens affected so they can effectively deal with AESNP compensation; AES.Nile Power 7 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendbi H all casual labour for the construction of the transmission system to be sourced from the villages that will be directly affected. Villagers expressed concerns that labour being imported from the outside can detriment local economies; d assisting in identifying alternative income sources, loan arrangements/financing for affected people (in response to affected villagers' concerns of relocation/restructuring of the local economy); keeping stakeholders up to date with voluntary circulars regarding project progress; effects of electro magnetic fields; and, ensuring the power produced meets the national demand before being exported. Concerns Regarding the Negative Effects of the Project The people in the transmission system project area appeared to have fewer concerns about the construction and operation of the transmission system than the construction of the proposed generating facility at Bujagali Falls. However, some stakeholders were concerned about the speed at which the project is moving ahead. They expressed concern that they could starve due to the fact that they failed to plant crops in transmission system wayleaves because they are waiting to be resettled. They also expressed concern that expatriate workers will receive higher wages than local workers, as was reportedly the case in the Owen Falls Extension Project. General Support for the Project While there is some significant opposition to the entire Bujagali project, the general result of the consultation exercises undertaken domestically by AESNP is that the majority of directly and indirectly affected stakeholders in Uganda support the project. In April 2000, AESNP retained an independent market research firm to poll the attitudes of 64 NGOs in Uganda. Ninety-six percent of those polled either support or strongly support the Buj agali power project (Steadman Research Services, 2000). Broad, general support was also expressed at the Jinja public hearing on the project convened by NEMA in August 1999 to discuss the hydro component of the EIS, providing its RAP package is implemented. Similarly, general support was expressed at a NGO Forum in Kampala in March 2000 0 convened by the Panel of Experts, and by the villages along the transmission line. AES Nile Power 8 February, 2091 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix H The most significant opposition to the project comes locally from Save Bujagali Crusade and the National Association of Professional Environmentalists, and internationally from the * International Rivers Network (IRN). IRN's position, and that of Save Bulaagli Crusade, with respect to the Bujagali project can be viewed on www.irn.org. Important insight into potential project impacts was also gained from the Panel of Experts. The Panel of Experts was established in late 1997 following a recommendation from the World Bank Group that AESNP should fund, and receive advice from, independent environmental and social specialists who would review the Bujagali project. This Panel of Experts made six trips to Uganda between February 1998 and March 2000. Six resulting reports were written about its observations, its public and agency consultation activities and its recommendations on how the Bujagali projcct could be dcveloped in more appropriate ways. These reports are reproduced in their entirety on the AESNP website (www.buiagali .com). The Panel of Experts consulted with a broad cross-section of stakeholders regarding the Bujagali project, discussing environmental issues related to both the transmission and . generation components of the project. Many of the results they obtained were similar to those obtained by AESNP and its consultants. In their final visit to Uganda, the Panel convened a NGO Forum in Kampala in March 2000. They, like AESNP, found that most of the comments were positive, urging AESNP and the environmental establishment to speed the project along because of the need for electricity at all levels of Ugandan society. The Panel commented on the transmission system in their fourth report, specifically on the issue of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) from transmission lines. The Panel concluded that AESNP has been prudent in maximizing the distance between human settlements and the transmission system due to the conflicting evidence that long-term exposure to the EMR is harmful to human health. Furthermore, they acknowledged that routing and siting of the transmission system was appropriately undertaken to comply with the Government of Uganda's power requirements and its infrastructure development strategy. Finally, they found AESNP's avoidance of settlements wherever possible in their transmission system routing noteworthy. During the consultation and disclosure process to date, there have been no issues or concerns *r raised that were not addressed by AESNP. One exception is the larger issue of electricity AES Nile Power 9 Februa,y, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H planning for Uganda, and the World Bank Group's strategy for this. These issues or concerns fell beyond the scope of AESNP's Bujagali Project and could not be addressed by them. I ~~~~0 3.4 Communications Upon their completion, public viewing of the EIS and RAP will be advertised by AESNP by means of a full-page insert into the local papers in both the national language and the local language. AESNP will distribute circulars to the directly affected stakeholders along transmission line corridor. AESNP has taken, and will continue to take action to ensure the RAP and other mitigative actions are adequately implemented, and that stakeholder concerns continue to be addressed. For example, AESNP has provided for at least four "Transmission Line Teams" to undertalke the necessary tasks related to the socio-economic aspect of t-system development--which largely entails communication with the affected stakeholders. A sample team is as follows: Team 4: Bujagali Switchyard - Economically and Physically Displaced Database: 1 Processors: 1 Quality Controllers: 1 Field Officers: 4 Parish Land Committee: 4 Resettlement Team 2 AES Legal Representative 1 UEB Representative 1 Specific actions that involve these Teams and other key support communication personnel (such as Community Information Officers) are listed in the Implementation Schedule for 1:he Resettlement Action Plan. 4. STAKEHOLDERS This section provides an inventory of stakeholder groups who have been, or will be, informed and consulted about the project. They are divided into four main groups: Government and parastatal organisations, local government, business interests and non-governmental organisations. Complete lists of all stakeholders that have already been consulted (up to October 2000) and their comments are located in the back of this PCDP in PCD Phase 1 - 3. The one exception to this is comments from the LC levels of government. These are retained in a master file held in the AESNP office in Kampala. They are not included in this PCDP AES Nile Power 10 February, 2010] Bu agali Project Transmnission System EIS Appendix H due to their bulk and their confidential, proprietary content. As subsequent meetings take place prior to, and during, the construction phase, notes will be added to this file. 4.1 Government and Parastatal Organisations Forest Department Institute of Public Health, Kampala Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Ministry of Health Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Ministry of Works, Housing and Communications National Environment Management Authority National Wetland Conservation and Management Programme Kawanda Research Institute , National Agricultural Research Organisation Uganda Commercial Bank Uganda Electricity Board Uganda Tourist Board Uganda Wildlife Authority Uganda Investment Authority 4.2 Local Government District Agricultural Officer, Mukono and Mpigi Districts District Veterinary Officer, Mukono and Mpigi Districts RDC Mukono and Mpigi Districts LCV Mukono, Mpigi and Kampala Districts LCIII Nabweru, Najjembe, Nangabo, Kira, Wakisi, Nama/Kauga, Ggoma and Nagojje sub I counties AES Nile Power 11 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H LCI Bujowali, Kiyira, Buloba, Malindi, Kikubamutwe, Wabikooma, Lukaga, Scoul, Sanga, Bwakata, Nsakya A, Nsakya B, Kasokoso, Sese, Wajal, Ndeeba, Kanyogoga, Kibati, Wakiso, Luwuge, Naama, Nsambwe, Nkooki, Nnyenje, Bajjo, Namyoya, Goma/Misindve, Sonde, 0 Namugongo, Kito, Kira-Butenga, Buwate, Kungu, Magere, Lutete, Kitetikka, Lusanja, Lubatu, Maganjo, Nakyesanja, Nkokonjeru, Kisimu, Katoke, Nabweru, Nasana East, Nasana West, Namungonam, Kinoonya, Bukuulugi, Kibumbiro A, Kibumbiro B, Kabaale, Kigwaanya, Kitaka, Central A, Central B, Mbaano, Kitavwulizi, Ganda, Bulenga, Kikaya, Nakuwadde, Musanda, Kabujja, Kawanda Substation villages. 4.3 Business Interests Gravil Dairy Farm, Nyenje Kanyogoga Tea Plant Estate Katabanda Farm Kira Mixed Farm, Mulawa Kito Tea Estate Lubato Farmn Lutete Dairy Farm Nakalosa Tea Estate Namugongo Dairy Farm Nsasa Dairy Farm Spring Valley Hatchery Farm, Lutete Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd (Scoul) Tea Farm, Mwola 4.4 Non-governmental Organisations Save Bujagali Crusade National Association of Professional Environmentalists Wairika Women in Progress Uganda Wildlife Societv Greenwatch AES Nile Power 12 Februaiy, 2G01 Bujagali l'roject Transmission System EIS Appendix H ACDI/VOCA Se Community Development Resource Network National Rural Electric Co-operative AIDS Information Centre 5. PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND DISCLOSURE PROGRAMME This section of the PCDP details public consultation and disclosure to be carried out during the remainder of the project process, specifically: A) once a draft of the EIS has been prepared; and, B) during the construction and operation phases of the Bujagali project. A) Before NEMA makes an approval decision on this EIS, the following disclosure activities still must take place in Uganda: * A public notice is to be given in Uganda advising of the public's right to review the final EIS (locations still to be determined between NEMA and AESNP) and an allowance of 21 days after publication of the notice for the public and government reviewers to provide comments; * Consideration of all written opinions from the public soon after the 21-day deadline must take place (NEMA has the authority to direct AESNP to take all necessary steps to address issues raised); and, * An optional public hearing may be called (at the discretion of NEMA). Before the World Bank Board would consider making a financing decision for the Bujagali project, the following disclosure activities will still need to take place: * Disclosure in Uganda and in the World Bank Infoshop of the ETA for the entire project for 120 days; and, * Summary of document in Luganda language to be prepared and distributed locally. A AESNP plans to host meetings throughout the remainder of the ETA process with government agencies and institutions to obtain informnation, respond to queries and to seek views on the route corridor, the development of the lines, their impact and means and methods of AES Aile Power 13 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System EIS Appendix H mitigation. For example, the Uganda Forestry Department will be consulted with regard to the management of public access to the Mabira Forest Reserve once transmission line construction is underway. Whether or not new and/or improved bridges or barriers constructed by the AESNP construction contractors will be left or removed after construction will also be discussed with the Forest Department and the for long-term access managemert. AESNP will continue to provide an interactive Internet website at www.buiagali.com to accept public input and to disseminate project information. Their local AESNP offices in Jinja and in Kampala will continue to provide venues for public input and project information. They also intend to have a further NGO forum in Washington DC on the Bujagali project as whole to provide for further public input expressed by international stakeholders. During project construction, AESNP has also committed itself to the following pullic disclosure and accountability procedures subject to project approval: • During construction, information will be regularly disseminated by the EPC contractor through local authorities regarding activities to take place; * Where grievances exist, AESNP will provide Community Liaison Officers to ensure that problems are dealt with efficiently and effectively. Any aggrieved person can bring their grievance to the AES office in Jinja or Kampala at anytime. Grievance resolution mechanisms will involve both traditional approaches, as well as judicial recourse. * AESNP will also fund a "Witness NGO" to independently observe the compensation/ resettlement process throughout the duration of the Project, so as to verify the compliance of the Resettlement Action Plan's (RAP). The witness NGO will attempt immediate settlement of problems, wherever possible, before grievance resolution procedures. The EPC Contractors, under legal agreement with AESNP, will continue to satisfy all NEMA and WBG requirements for public consultation and disclosure using culturally appropriate methods. Local languages, traditions, schedules, and varying socio-economic realities will continue to be respected. The EPC Contractor has already begun their public consultation and disclosure plans based on the database created by AESNP throughout the PCDP/valuation process (see RAP). EPC's institutional commitments, project plans and responsibilities are outlined in Chapter 8 of the EIS. AES Nile Power 14 Februar), 2601 Bu agali Project Transmission Svstem EIS Appendix H The RAP contains provisions for on-going public dialogue, and for implementing mitigative measures regarding the resettlement and compensation issues in the transmission system rn corridor. It details actions to be taken regarding the village option disclosure, individual disclosure, decisions and agreements on resettlement and compensation, and finally, the payment. The RAP also sets out the means by which information regarding employment opportunities will be made available locally, and other community development issues. The RAP in its entirety is part of this EIS but is attached under a separate cover. The final development of the EAP and the RAP will occur after project approval and will address in more detail the PCD plans related to the construction and operation of the t- system. If NEMA were to approve the project and the World Bank Board were to approve the financing of the project, IFC would negotiate a loan provision contract with AESNP who would then revise the project's EAP to reflect environmental and social commitments contained in the contract with IFC. During the operational phase, the transmission system will be maintained by UEB and consultation/community liaison will be in accordance with nornal UEB practices. O 6. TIMETABLE Below is the implementation timetable for the Resettlement Action Plan that contains key future public consultation and disclosure events. A ES Nile Power 15 February, 2001 9 ~~0 0 Btijagali Project Tr-ansmiission System Appendixv I mjplementation Schedule for the Resettlement Action Plan of the Transmission System (Month 0 Finiaicial Close) _______ N0 Nom delat&che M- Ii - E- NI- M-4- N-3IM-2 M-1 M MM I S J~ M jsS M i 1 Crnnpesssationiprcens preparti&n 2 Prepare household files from database 3 Calculation ofanounti owing 4 Check S Develop detailed consultation methodology 6 Option disclosure at LC lev~els 7 Preparation of schedule for individual consultations 8 Individual disclosure/consulations ont compensation optiom S Update of database witlh individual consultation resuts 10 Agreement on compensation certificates -11 Rescttflcemutprocess prepanflit 12 Detemilnre rsdns to resettle fbm consultatiorn rsults 13 Determilne resettled residents who iseed building constriction 14 Determine resettlemenLt areaLs frome consuiltatiorinrsut 15 Agree with concemsed PAPs on resettlemnent plots 16 Identify & acgsise resettlement land 17 Lasud acquisitioscprocens preparation 16 IdenLtify all personts conceemed by Section 40 consents 1S Obtain Section 40consents together with cssp. cea. 20 Cash cossyensatusn 2 Cahcom]pensation payment 22Notice to vracate where applicable (Kawanda) 23 Moving of cash compensated people 24 Resettlemseust 25 Cash compensation payment where applicable 28 Notice to vacate where applicable (Kawarnda) '27 Constric-tion of resettlement building 28 Moving of resettled people 26 Assistance during mtaing anai tranition period 30 Witness NGO 32 lst mtissiont 33 ld niission:2lyears afer U N onitoring: during isuplemenetationt 15 and for 5 years a2tr complsetionn __ __ AES Nile Po wer 1 7 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H 7. RESOURCES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Public consultation and disclosure is the overall responsibility of AESNP. Their environmental consultants, WS Atkins International Ltd and ESG International Inc., together with their local associates Development Consultants International Ltd (DCI), are responsible for the production of this plan and consultations during the EIA process. Implementation of the plan following submission of the EIA is the responsibility of AESNP and tlhieir contractors. Responsible persons within AESNP are as follows: * EIA Coordinator and Project Manager: Mr P. O'Neill * Task Manager: Ms P. Miller Various Field Officers will report to Ms. Miller, particularly during the implementation of the RAP (specific individuals have not yet been identified by AESNP). The more pertinent t tsk areas assigned to the Officers will include: Valuation, Economic Resettlement, Physical Resettlement, Documentation, Public Relations, Community Interaction (which includes the employment of Community Information Officers) The company has recently recruited a number of Community Liaison Officers whose rolc is to improve the flow of information between AESNP and the affected communities both in the vicinity of the dam and in the transmission lines. These officers will assist throughout the construction stage. 8. GRIEVANCE MECHANISM Grievances frequently develop out of misunderstandings. Regular interaction with local communities by the Community Liaison Officers will ensure that many problems are dealt with at an early stage and those requiring a more formal solution can also be dealt with efficiently and effectively. Any aggrieved person can bring their grievance to the AES office in Jinja or Kampala at any reasonable time and the matter will be discussed and dealt with in an appropriate manner, by a third party Witness NGO funded by AESNP. Grievance mechanisms will involve both traditional and community dispute mechanisms and judicial recourse (World Bank Guidelines OP4.12). Grievances related to compensation are AES Nile Power 18 February, 200]1 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H dealt with in more detail in the Resettlement Action Plan (part of this EIA, but under a separate cover). 9. REPORTING The development of the Bujagali Transmisison System EIA has entailed three major milestones of documentation: * The WS Atkins 1 999b EIS Scoping Report; * The WS Atkins 1999 Interim Draft EIS; and * The ESG International/WS Atkins December 2000 Final EIS. All of these reports are available at the AESNP office in either Jinja or Kampala. Residents are free to request them during the times legislated by IFC andlor NEMA. The documents are also available at the WBG Info Shop during the legislated times. The final EIS report will be available in summary form in the Luganda language. Stakeholders are made aware of available reports by means of circulars and newspaper inserts distributed by AESNP through various levels of government. Word of mouth is also a significant means of information dissemination among stakeholders. Within each of these documents are appended summaries of the consultation that took place in their preparation. As noted in section 3.1 of this PCDP, these reports constituted the three main phases of public consultation, the details of which are included in the following sections. AES Nile Power 19 Februar', 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Public Consultation and Disclosure (PCD) Phase I List of Consultations and Summary of Comments following Dissemination of the draft Terms of Reference during the Scoping Report: Chief Town Planner - Kampala City Council Curator of Zoology Museum - Makerere University Forest Department Land Survey and Mapping Department LC 5 Chariman Kampala District LC 5 Chairman Mpigi District LC 5 Chairman Mukopno District Ministry of Defence Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Ministry of Works National Biomass Study National Environment Management Authority National Wetlands Conservation Management Programme RDC Kampala District RDC Mpigi District RDC Mukono District Uganda Electricity Board Uganda Tourist Board Uganda Wildlife Authority Uganda Wildlife Society . AES Nile Power 20 February, 2001I Bujagali Project Transmission Sistem Appendix H NOTES OF MEETINGS UGANDA WILDLIFE SOCIETY, 27.11.98 Dr Moses Isooba - UWS Ms Jane Arnott - WSAI 1. Jganda Wildlife Society is chainrng the task force for the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity. Uganda signed up to the Rio agreement. 2. UWS interests are both the protection of wildlife and the protection of bio-diversity. The two key issues from their point of view within the study area are the forest areas and the wetlands. There is a National Wetlands Conservation Programme, (1Oth floor Postal building, opposite UNDP) who Dr. Isooba suggested we consult. In his view the potential impact on wetlands should be considered. 3. There are no nationally gazetted protected areas within the potential corridors. 4. In his view landscape protection is not nearly as important in Uganda as the protection of bio-diversity. RDC KAMPALA CITY, 27.11.98 Mr. Karashani - RDC Councillor Baker Serwamba - District Security Link LCV Jane Amott - WSA 1. JA explained the purpose of the scoping study and requested information and views on potential routes through Kampala City. 2. Mr K explained that there is a secondary school and anglican church near the roundabout at Katete. There is also a secondary school and orthodox church at Namagona. There is a large market at Natete. The rest of the area is largely subsistence farming and the population density is relatively low. The area is largely in private ownership with many landlords residing overseas. There are a number of banana plantations. Other features are the railway crossing at Natete and a KCC burial ground at Lugala. 3. JA asked if there were problems with installing the line from Lugogo to Mutundwe in terns of impact on densely settled areas. He replied that people did not object to the line because they recognise the need for power which is a high priority. 4. It was agreed that the team would keep Mr. K informed of progress and especially the programme for consultations. AES Nile Power 21 Februarv, 200] Bujagali Project Transmission System A4ppendix H UGANDA TOURIST BOARD, 26.11.98 Mr I B Nakishero - Sales and Marketing Manager Mr N Oxley WSA Mr C Harris WSA 1. Mr Nakishero stated that he preferred to see all power lines following a common route rather than have them scattered or new routes established. 2. Of the proposed routes shown to Mr Nakishero he advised that there were no tounist walk areas in the vicinity of the lines except in the Mabira Forest area. 3. Maps of the proposed route were tabled by WSA. Mr Nakishero identified one area of concern where the line is shown passing Namugongo, approximately l0km NE of the centre of Kampala. There a religicous shrine here which is attended mainly by young persons in large numbers for about two days around the Martyrs 'Day public holiday on June 3rd each year. Mr Nakishero was unfortunately unable to provide precise location details, photographs or data but did advise that the area was about the size of around five football pitches (say 500 metres square) and easy to find by road. CHAIRMAN LC5 KAMPALA DISTRICT / DEPUTY MAYOR Mrs Nkonge Muwonge Ms Jane Arnott - WSA I1. JA explained the purpose and scope of the study and requested infonnation and views on potential route corridors. 2. Mrs NM explained that the population density in Rubaga Division is low especially in Lugala and Lubya. It would therefore be acceptable to consider routes through this area. 3. The question of the impact of the Lugogo to Mutundwe line was discussed. Mrs NM explained that a few houses had to be demolished which were close to the line, but people were adequately compensated and therefore did not object. 4. Mrs NM then introduced JA to the Kampala District Surveyor who is acting Chief Town Planner in the City Council. JA and the Surveyor then had a separate meeting to discuss land use and development proposals in the part of the city likely to be 0 affected. AES Nile Power 22 Februarv, 2001 Btjagali Project Transmission System Appendix H ACTING CHIEF TOWN PLANNER - KAMPALA CITY COUNCIL Mr. J Musungu - Kampala Distnrct Surveyor and Acting CTP Mr. C Kyamanywa - Senior Town Planner Jane Amott - WSA 1 . Mr M explained the planning system in the country and the district. The system has now been decentralised with each district required to prepare a Structure Plan. A Structure Plan for Kampala City was approved in 1994 which had been prepared by VanNostrum of Norway. Mpigi and Mukono Districts do not yet have structure plans. The development control system is based on that in the UK. 2. Kampala city is currently expanding to the east and north into Mpigi District. However the urban area is also growing to the west outside the city boundaries. Mpigi District are reluctant to accept a change to the city council boundary because of the revenue they obtain from development in this area. Therefore there is now a proposal to create a metropolitan planning authority whereby city planning would be undertaken jointly with Mpigi District. 3. JA was given a copy of the Structure Plan diagram to copy and the report to look at in the office. The diagram shows existing and proposed land use, key institutional uses, the communications network and areas for environmental protection. JM mentioned that there is a proposal for a Kampala northern by-pass (see Engineer Kimeze and the Ministry of Works) 4. JM explained that in Rubaga Division there are a large number of wealthy landlords. The area is largely open and is only now starting to be developed. There are no more detailed plans at a larger scale for this area. 5. The Lugogo to Mutundwe line has a 30m wayleave. It is the policy of UEB that high voltage lines should not cross buildings but in practice some buildings could not be avoided on this route. The Kampala North to Mutundwe line is a very old one and the area was largely undeveloped when this was constructed. Now there is extensive development around and underneath it. AES Vile Power 23 Februarn, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H MINISTRY OF WORKS 1.12.98 Chief Planner - Roads Department Jane Arnott - WSAI I . JA asked for details of the proposed northem by-pass for Kampala. the Chief Planner provided a route description and road capacity details. A preliminary engineering and economic study has been undertaken and detailed design in to commence shortly. T. he road will be a two lane carriageway except for the section between Bombo Road and Hoima Road where it will be 4 lane. It will be a Class I Bitument Road along its cntire length. Widths will be as follows: Single carriageway - 7m + 2m shoulders Dual carriageway - 2 X 7m carriageways + 5m central reservation + 2m shoulders --- I m offshoulders The total length is 21.2 km. 2. The Chief Planner gave the view that it is not acceptable to site high voltage lines within the road reserve. Only low voltage lines and telephone lines are acceptable. UGANDA WILDLIFE AUTHORITY 1.12.98 Dr. Moyini - Acting Executive Director Mr. K.Saul - Mr. M. Mapesa - Planning and EIA Co-ordinator Mr. N.C. Ox]ey - WSAI Mr. C Harris - WSAI Jane Arnott - WSAI 1. NCO explained the purpose of the scoping study and the programme for the EIA. He outlined the approach to the study and the areas being considered for the transmission line. 2. UWA said there are no National Parks, Wildlife Reserves of Animal Sanctuaries within the study area. The only animal sanctuary nearby is in Jinja District. Its importance is largely for birds. 0 AES Nile Power 24 February. 20011 Bujagali P'roject Transmission Syvtem Appendix H 3. UWA however has responsibility for the protection of wild animals on public land eg forests. There is often greater diversity of birdlife outside protected areas than in * them. 4. It was felt that the transmission line would have no major impact on large mammals or primates but possibly on birds, especially migratory species. 5. UWA expressed concern over the possible effect on swamps to the west of Kampala, although any impact would largely be confined to the construction stage. Swamps are particularly important for the crested crane - the national bird - and WSA were advised to consult the National Wetlands Conservation Programme team to obtain details of any surveys done and their views on this aspect. There is Papyrus in the Lubigi swamp. 6. In the Mabira Forest it was pointed out that the EU is financing its rehabilitation and there is a plan to regenerate the eastern section. UWA do not have an officer / ranger in the forest and the Forest Dept have a dual management responsibility. Conflicts between forestry and wildlife issues do arise, particularly over logging practices. 7. Biodiversity surveys for the forest are available from Derek Pomeroy's office. There has been significant encroachment into the forest in termns of farming and building houses. People like to take advantage of virgin soils. Forest protection legislation is to be reviewed to attempt to prevent encroachment. LAND SURVEY AND MAPPING DEPARTMENT 1.1 2.98 Mr. J. Kajumbula Mr J Kitaka Mr. C Okitela Mr. N.C. Oxley Mr. C. Harris Ms J Arnott 1 1:50,000 mapping for the study area was obtained as well as a countrywide geological map. 2 The 1: 2500 mapping of the Greater Kmpala area was inspected for future reference. It was decided that this would be more useful for the full EIA. It is available digitally (autocad). Composite mapping can be prepared if required. O 10,000 scale mapping is also available for selected areas in Kampala city. AES Nile Power 25 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmiission System Appendix H NEMA30.1 1.98 Professor John Okedi, Executive Director Dr Henry Aryamanya, Deputy Executive Director Mr Charles Sebukeera, Director Ms J Amott WSA Mr N C Oxlcy WSA Mr C Harris WSA I. NCO outlined the scope and objectives of this phase of the project, tabled maps of the potential routes and invited comment from NEMA. 2. JA explained that the draft TOR for the study had been sent to NEMA by Peter O'Neill of AES, but that WSA would be including the TOR for the full EIA in the first phase report. 3. NEMA considered that there would be benefits for security reasons in having separate powerline routes, but recognised that the use of an existing route would be more practicable since the wayleaves have already been established. 4. There has been considerable encroachment by settlement in the area of the existing line through the Mabira Forest. 5. NEMA saw no objection to a modest increase in the width of the existing route through the forest for the new line, but would await the views of the Forestry Department. CS stated that a width of I 00m, however, would not be acceptable to the FD. 6. NEMA were not aware of the reasons why the DANIDA EIA did not look at the possibility of routing the line in the existing corridor through Mabira Forest (tlhey looked at and rejected a new line through the forest alongside the Kampala-Jinja road). CH suggested that their route was based solely on construction cost considerations. 7. It was agreed that impacts on wetlands would be small and restricted to construct,,on activities. 8. Landscape and visual amenity impacts carry little weight in Uganda. Following the meeting copies of a number of NEMA publications including State of the Environment Reports were ordered for purchase from the NEMA library. AES Nile Power 26 February, 2f(i11 Bujagali Project Transmission Sylstem Appendix H MINISTRY OF TOURISM, WILDLIFE AND ANTIQUITIES Dr. Kamuhangire - Commissioner for Antiquities and Museums Jane Amott - WSAI 1. JA explained the nature of the scoping study and requested information and views on the route corridors being considered. 2. Dr K said there are three major tomb sites to the west of Kampala, two of which could potentially be affected. These are Kiwewas tombs and Wamala tombs but both are located on hill tops. These are the tombs of forner Baganda Kings. There is nothing of particular known interest in the rural areas of Mpigi and Mukono Districts. Most sites of archaeological importance in Uganda are located along the lake. 3. Dr K suggested that when the survey work for the EIA is being undertaken the Antiquities Department should be given a plan so that any potentially sensitive areas can be identified. These can then be inspected in the field by a member of the Antiquities department with the EIA survey team. NATIONAL WETLANDS CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME Dr. Mac Litterick - Technical Advisor Mr. N. Oxley - WSA 40 1Ms. J. Arnott - WSA 1. JA explained the purpose of the meeting, the objectives of the scoping study and the EIA and requested information on the Wetlands programme, information for the study and views on initial route ideas. 2. ML said that wetlands in Uganda are a major resource sector and occupy some 12 - 13% of the area of the country. Some wetlands are seasonal. He explained that wetlands in Uganda have always been used and sometimes abused. Increasingly they are being reclaimed for agricultural use due to population pressure. However drainage of swamps is now banned under the constitution and the National Environment Statute. Drainage was halted in 1986 when the present government came to power. 3. Wetlands are held in trust by the government for the community as a whole. Many people are claiming ownership of the wetlands but under the new Land Act would not be entitled to compensation. 4. The National Wetlands Conservation Programme is seeking to develop policies to manage wetlands. They do not intend to simply protect wetlands, but promote their sustainable use. Farning can therefore be allowed in places. They are seeking to maintain the functions of wetlands in terms of their ecological benefits, economic AESNile Powver 27 Februan', 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission S,vstem 4ppendix H functions, fisheries potential, water supply functions and flood attenuation functions. They are promoting the wise use of wetlands by the community. Local communities can apply for legal registration of user rights and can form communal lnmd associations to do this although this has not happened as yet. The project is working on a district by district basis and they are training local environmental councillors. 5. ML explained that the biomass study has missed much of the seasonal wetlands. 'I'he wetlands around Kampala have been severely degraded over the years. The Lubigi swamp will have been degraded and encroached upon and is not considered to be of particular value. He anticipates that this area will be increasingly encroached upon in the future as the city expands. The diversity is not high in this area. In the Kamrpala area the wetlands around Lake Victoria are much more important particularly in terms of their role in supplying Kampala with its water supply. ML was not particularly concemed about the proposed northern by-pass for Kampala crossing the fringes of the swamp and said it was much better than the previous proposal which was for a southern bypass as this crosses the more valuable swamps near Lake Victoria. He said there would be a lot of flooding in the Lubigi swamp. 6. The main uses of the swamps from a commercial point of view are the harvesting of papyrus for mats and for inside roofing materials. Some is used for fuel. Uganda is the centre of papyrus production for the whole of Africa. 7. There are extensive powers to protect wetlands under the Constitution and the Natural Environment Statute. Powers are given to gazette a wetland although none have been gazetted as yet. A wetlands statute is being drafted and regulations will be attached to that. these will be drafted by the NWCP and NEMA. 8. The project has funding from the Netherlands and has been running since 1989. Uganda is only one of two countries in the world with a wetlands policy. Wetlands are considered to be more important in Uganda than forests. 9. ML then explained that NEMA wanted the wetlands programme to be included undier their auspices but have now accepted their location within the Ministry. However there is still some antagonism between NEMA and NWCP. 10. NO then asked about the role of the wetlands programme in terms of the water hyacinth problem. ML said this is not an area of concem to them. AES Nile Power 28 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H FOREST DEPARTMENT: 2.12.98 Mr Fred Kigenye Acting Commissioner, FD Mr N Oxley WSA Mr C Harris WSA I. NCO outlined the scope and programme of the current study, pointing out the conflicts between the different route alignments. 2. FK confirmed that the 1998 50,000 map shows the total CFR as forest, when in fact the degraded area is still as shown on the biomass study maps. Natural regeneration is taking place and settlement is prohibited except in the gazetted village areas. 3. Whilst there is currently no provision for compensation for loss of forest resources, other than timber class price, FK reported that the FD now has authority to impose environmental costs and charge land rents. The mechanism by which these compensation measures could be arranged, however, has not been fornalised. 4. The Forest Department has produced a management plan for Mabira Forest, which designates the central core of about 1000 ha. as a Strict Nature Reserve, with a buffer zone managed in different ways. A copy of this was not available during the meeting, but could be consulted at the FD district office in Mukono. FK's opinion was that the line runs outside and to the south of the core zone. In this respect the impact of the extended corridor would be less significant. 5. The existing corridor is used illegally for cultivation and grazing, but there has been little encroachment into the forest beyond the 30 m corridor. 6. A new corridor running SW from the switchyard to join the existing route east of the Mabira Forest could be advantageous in providing access in the CFR degenerated area. The FD would have no objection to a line crossing the regeneration area, despite EU involvement in the area. 7. In principle, the FD would have no major objection at this time to an expansion of the existing route corridor through the Mabira Forest, nor any concern regarding a route passing through degraded forest areas outside the boundaries of Forest Reserves. 0 AES Nile Power 29 Februlary, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmrission System Appendix H RDC, MPIGI DISTRICT 9.12.98 0 Mrs Rose Mutonyi Masaaba Miss Jane Amott ]. JA explained the purpose of the Scoping study and the programme and content of the EIA. She explained that this initial meeting was to inform the RDC of the project and to seek any information and views on possible alignments for the transmission line. 2. RMM was grateful to be informed about the project. She did not have any particular comments at this stage but requested a letter from the project sponsor explaininc in more detail the work that would be undertaken in the district during the EIA. She ^w'as concerned about the security implications of the study. 3 JA promised to keep her fully informned of the progress of the study and in partictular the consultations with LC3's and LCI 's. LC5 MPIGI DISTRICT 9.12.98 Mr. Levi Zimbe - Chairman LC5 Mr. JA Biretwa - Under Secretary / CAO LC5 1. JA explained the purpose of this initial visit, introduced the project and requestled infornation about the district and views on potential routes. 2. Both officers stressed the importance of avoiding centres of population settlement wherever possible. They referred to the recent recommendation by NEMA not to re- open a school which is located under the Lugogo to Mutundwe transmission line on account of possible adverse health effects. 3. Other than that the officers had no particular comments on the potential alignmznt through Mpigi District and thought it looked generally acceptable. 4. JA explained the nature of the consultation exercise to be undertaken later as part of the EIA. The officers said they would offer assistance in explaining the nature of the project to the lower levels of government. AES Nile Power 30 Februart, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H UEB 2.12.98 Mr. H. Ssenyondwa - Principal Planning Engineer Mr. C Harris - WSAI Mr. NC Oxley - WSAI Ms. J Amott - WSAI 1. ClCH explained the purpose of the meeting was to establish planning guidelines and parameters for the design of transmission lines. 2. NCO asked for the reasons why the DANIDA line follows a southerly alignment when there was already an existing corridor through the forest to the north. The reasons given were as follows: a) to avoid the costs of cutting the forest; b) savannah is preferred to running through the forest; c) vandalism in the forest; d) compensation costs lower; e) number of people to be displaced was lower. 3. WSAI asked about wayleave requirements for 132 and 220 kV lines. HS explained that International standards are used. A combination of different standards is used and there is no precedent for a 220 line in Uganda. The general requirement for a 132 line is 30metres. Access is required to the line every 4 to 8 km and a track driveable in a 4 wheel drive vehicle is required along the transmission line for maintenance purposes. Policy for land acquisition or leasing of land within the wavleave, at substation sites and at tower sites is not clear at the moment due to the recent introduction of the Land Act. Current practice is for permission for the growing of crops up to 4 - 6 ft in height to be granted on request along certain stretches of a line. Otherwise no development is permitted. There have however been numerous violations of these requirements. Land is generally purchased for towers and sub-stations. 4. With regard to the sub-station site at Kawanda the team was informed that 2 sites are currently being considered but soil investigations are being undertaken before a decision is finally made on the preferred site. HS said that a corridor between Kawanda and Mutundwe had been surveyed but no plans of the route were available. 5. HS expressed a preference for the northern route through the forest for the new line so that lines do not cross. He mentioned that road reserves and railway reserves could be used for the new route and said road reserves are 6 -10 metres. (This is clearly not adequate for higlh voltage transmission lines). Other reasons given for the preference AES Nile Power 31 February, 2001 Bulagali Project Transmission System Appendix H for a northem route included the need to avoid plantations due to difficult negotiations over compensation and the high costs of compensation here. 6. The discussion then revolved around different corridor width requirements and rhe needs for greater width in forest areas. Within forest areas the value of each tree is established and compensation paid but only the timber value is considered. 7. The reasons for the dogleg on the southern route at Kyambogo were discussed. tlis was due to encroachment under the 66kVline and the high density of settlement in this area. UGANDAN ELECTRICITY BOARD 25.11.98 Mr E Kiyemba UEB - General Manager (Transmission) Ms J Arnott WSA Mr N Oxley WSA Mr C Harris WSA I. UEB had been made aware of the scoping study teams arrival in Uganda and had written to AES Nile Power advising contacts. UEB also advised that an intemal memo had been sent to the appropriate department within their organisation advising the names of the team members and their requirements. Contacts are as follows:- Mr John Mujyenzi - Acting Gen. Manager (Generation) Mr Muganga - Manager Transmission Services 2. UEB advised that a site (6 acres) for Kawanda substation had been identified and acquisition virtually complete. 3. UEB advised that they had had many problems with the wayleaves for the DANIDA transmission line and that it would be very costly to construct a parallel line. 4. UEB advised that a 220kV line directly through to Kampala North substation would be impossible in terms of space requirements for 220kV equipment and therefore not a consideration. However, the proposed route through to the new substation at Kawanda also posed difficulties in terms of wayleave problems (urban settlement high density population) and suggested that a more direct route to Kawanda after the line emerges from the Mabira Forest would be preferable as this was only likely Io involve village type settlements and crop compensation. AES Nile Power 32 Februaty, 200i1 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H 5. Government agencies would need to be consulted where the line passes through the Mabira Forest region, particularly NEMA. 6. Of the four technical options being considered UEB advised that they had chosen Option 2 which was technically the better solution. Option I was not a viable option as it would involve the eventual construction of two parallel lines and involve complicated and unacceptable outages. 7. UEB advised that they preferred to have substation at Kawanda due to a future industrial development area designated for a region to the north of Kawanda 0 AIES Nile Power 3 3 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission .System Appendix H PCD Phase 2 LIST OF PARTIES CONSULTED DURING THE INTERIM DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT PREPARATION AND THEIR COMMENTS * Mr J Ecaat, ELA Team Co-ordinator, NEMA, Kampala * Mr R Wabunoha, Senior Legal Advisor, Mr G Busingye, Consultant in Environmen-tal Law, NEMA, Kampala • Mr H Ssenyondwa, Principal Planning Engineer, UEB, Kampala * Mr A Nyugo, Principal Agricultural Officer, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries * Mr A Omitta, Credit Officer, Uganda Commercial Bank * Mr P Ochodomuge, Acting Assistant Commissioner, MAAIF * Mr J Omoding, Acting Commissioner Farm Development, MAAIF . Dr M Reddy, General Manager (Agriculture), Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd (SCOUL) * Mr B C Jain, Chief Executive, SCOUL * Dr S Kiondo, District Veterinary Officer, Mukono District * Mr R Mukasa, Manager, Gravil Dairy Farm, Nyenje * Ms A Sikyerabirwa, Manager, Kira Mixed Farm, Mulawa * Mr J Kasame, Manager, Spring Valley Hatchery Farm, Lutete * Mr S Musoke, District Agricultural Officer, Mukono * Mr N D Bafokuzara, Principal Research Officer, NARO, Kawanda * Eng. V Kasarnbula, Research Engineer, Mr P Okau, Office Superintendent, Mr J Masaba, AEATRI (NARO), Namalere * Dr H Ssali, Research Officer, Mr E V Scndiwanyo, Soil Surveyor, Mr C k Ssali, Agricultural Officer, NARO, Kawanda * Dr S Musaana, Principal Research Officer, Horticulture Programme, Kawanda * Dr M K Magunda, Acting Director of Research, Kawanda Research Instutute * Ms N Namakambo, Senior Resource Assessment Officer, Dr M Litterick, Adviser, Mr F Kiwazi, Project Sites Co-ordinator, Mr P Mafabi, Head of Programme, National Wetland Conservation and Management Programme, Kampala * Dr F Kigenyi, Commissioner, Dr T Finch, Advisor, Forest Department, Kampala * Ms A Atukunda-Mihimbura, Ag. Deputy Director, Mr M Mapesa, Planning and EIA (Po- ordinator * Eng. A Onen, Principal Engineer (Construction), Eng. Mutegana, Senior Engineer (Construction), Ministry of Works, Housing and Communications, Entebbe * Dr W Bazeyo, Occupational Health Specialist, Institute of Public Health, Kampala * Dr Agaba, Public Health Specialist, Ministry of Health HQ, Entebbe * Dr D Ogaram, Commissioner for Labour, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Kampala 0 AESMNle Power 34 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with NEMA, Kampala Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmission lines and potential effects of electro-magnetic radiation (emr) Location: NEMA HQ, Communications House, Date/Time: 11/01/99, 10.00 Colville Street, Kampala Present: Justin Ecaat NEMA EIA Technical Officer Brett Ogilvie WSAI Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, BGO, PO'N (AES), File Scoping Report 1. BGO detailed the changes in the routing since the Scoping Report was issued, namely relating to the swamp area (now avoided), the Northern By-Pass (less adherence to its alignment) and Kawanda sub-station (UEB alternative location). Transmission Line Routing 2. The WSAI route avoids major areas of settlement, unlike the UEB proposals which are placed adjacent to settlement areas on grounds of security. NEMA's view appeared to be that they should be away from settlement areas, but more for reasons of dedicated land use planning purposes, rather than public health and safety issues. JE referred to a recent comment from UEB (Mr E Kiyemba) that development should not occur within 15m either side of the centre line of 132 kV transmission systems. 3. It would appear to be important to get the possible alignment gazetted as soon as possible, so as to avoid the issues of encroachment and settlement by locals, in an attempt to obtain compensation once the transmission line is constructed. There would also be a need to undertake such gazetting so as to reduce the problem of land selling, where owners of land mnight sub-divide areas, so complicating the compensation issue further. IFC Project Categorisation 4. BGO raised the issue of IFC's recent identification of the transmission line EIA as a Category A project, requiring detailed Compensation Plan. EMP, EAP etc. JE indicated that NEMA have no such categorisation of projects, and once the scheme is recognised as one requiring an EIA under Schedule 3 of the Environment Law, then the EIA and all the associated procedures was mandatory. Transmission lines fall within the Schedule 3 requirements. NEMA Views on Transmission Line Routing 5. Expressing a somewhat personal view on the routing and location of the transmission line, JE indicated that adherence to existing laws relating to land-use planning, should be considered as a major factor in the siting of the line. Although there is no National Land Use Plan, there are a number of areas where local or smaller scale plans exist. AES Nile Power 35 Februarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Any development should not compromise such plans, and if they are taken into account, issues such as encroachment and compensation can be handled. Also, the issue of emr should not prove to much of a problem, as settlements and hence people should not be so close to the line as to be a cause for concern. 6. JE did acknowledged that due to the recent rise in interest, there may be an issue relaling to emr for the AES proposals. However, he considered that the risk of physical injury through line collapse may prove of greater significance, given that there is a known risk from structural failure, rather than the presently unproven issues associated with emr. Electro-magnetic Radiation (emr) 7. There has been recent interest in emr on the part of NEMA, as a result of information that the Authority has obtained from the Internet. As a result, both Mr Robert Wabunoha, the Chief Legal Officer, and the Deputy Executive Director (DED), have expressed concern about the topic. They are in the process of establishing a working group to try to develop a common approach to the topic and to prepare a 'Uganclan approach' to emr. This indicates that the authorities are taking the issue seriously, but due to its potentially emotive nature, and to the fact that there is conflicting scientific evidence, it is important that a balanced view is maintained wherever possible. 8. Again from a personal viewpoint, JE felt that it was more important to develop emergency response procedures than it was to worry about ermr, given that Lhe authorities in Uganda are not able to respond to emergency events in the same way as say European or American authorities could. 9. It is hoped that a meeting can be established with either the DED and/or RW, to discuss the issue in more detail. Later talks with RW suggested that the Ministry of Health, Institute of Public Health and Makerere University, Department of Physics were useful contacts, regarding ernr. This debate is only just starting to become aired publicly and should be watched carefully, to determine how the Ugandan authorities are going to respond to the topic. RIC to supply further technical references, to compliment and expand on those reports that have already been obtained by NEMA from the Internet. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment Report Submission 10. JE indicated that NEMA did not wish to receive any draft EIS reports, only final versions. The original requirements for a draft EIA (DEIA) outlined in the draft Guidelines for EIA in Uganda have now been removed from the final version of the document. The Authority does want to receive draft reports, as this entails them undertaking considerable amounts of work, due to the poor quality of many DEl As that have been submitted in the past. 11. The result of this modification to the Guidelines is that they do not wish to receive a draft EIA for Bujagali and will not be responsible for distributing the Draft EIA to stakeholders, nor in collecting their comments upon the draft. The only purpose in collecting comments from the Lead Authority and the stakeholders would be to as-;ist the Executive Director of NEMA in evaluate whether or not the EIS is adequate. 12. If AES/WSAI require comments from stakeholders before submission of the Final 0 EIA, then they will have to undeltake that exercise. NEMA will not be responsible for such an exercise. AES Nile Power 36 February, 26101 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with NEMA, Kampala Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmnission lines and potential effects of clectro-magnetic radiation (emr). Location: NEMA HQ, Communications House, Date/Time: 19/01/99, 09.00 Colville Street, Kampala Present: Robert Wabunoha NEMA Senior Legal Advisor Godard Busingye Consultant in Environmental Law. NEMA Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, BGO, PO'N (AES), CK, File Scoping Report 1. RIC gave a resume of the approach to the transmission line EIA and the conclusions that had been reached during the Scoping Study, with respect to the routing of the line parallel to the northern Mabira Forest alignment. Mention was made of the additional sub-station at Kawanda and comparison of the UEB and WSAI routes. 2. RIC indicated that the WSAI alignment had been chosen for a number of reasons, not least the major attempt to avoid major settlements, thus reducing the need to resettle, disrupt and compensate residents. The secondary effect of this policy was to reduce the number of people exposed to emr, an issue that is becoming of concern to Ugandan authorities. Note was also made of the avoidance of the antiquities/Martyrs shrines in the vicinity of Namugongo. 3. The location of the route in valley floors is a major feature, most of these being wetland areas where settlement is usually limited. Although construction costs may be greater, there is less likelihood of resettlement of property and cultivation. RW approved of the approach adopted by WSAI. Transmission Line Routing 4. RB indicated that he believed there should be no people living under the transmission lines and that the main reason for UEB not wanting transmission lines away from settlements is due to the risk of sabotage (Dr Ogaram indicated similar views). 5 Wayleave issues were discussed including width, gazetting and ownership/responsibility. RW indicated that UEB - or AESNP - should be made responsible for what happens under the transmission lines, even though KCC is supposed to enforce the exclusion of settlement. EMR Issues . 6. RW indicated that he believed it to be inappropriate to wait until scientific evidence is available to prove that there is an adverse effect of emr on human health. He AES ?ile Power 37 Februar, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H indicated that the Ugandan approach to such matters was to ere on the side of caution, so that according to the Environment Law, if there "may, is likely to be or will be a problem", then it is assumed that there will be a problem and to act accordingly to afford public protection. 7. This approach is good in principle and affords better protection than say the UK situation, where the burden of proof is on demonstrating impact, rather than 'no- effect'. However, there was considerable debate regarding RW's declaration that one should provide information to the public, even in the absence of definitive scientific information, since the public has a 'right to know', if there is a problem. When pointed out that this can cause concern, worry or fear to be established in the communities concerned, if there is inadequate explanation for what is occurring, KW suggested that this in one of the best ways of getting the public's attention. He did not consider it inappropriate to 'scare' the public, failing to see that there was a difference in applying this principle to, say, clean water supply, where something tangible, such as treatment, can be effected. This element of the discussion ended open-endedly. 8. On the specific issue of the school that had been in the news recently in Kampala, PW was the NEMA spokesman that had commented upon the potential adverse effects of emr upon the school. He acknowledged that the reference list for making such comments was only based upon 20 technical pieces of information - not nccessarily specific scientific papers. Nevertheless, on the basis of burden of proof to shoNv a 'no-effect' situation, RW considered the information sufficient to make a public statement. 9. The situation regarding the school was that NEMA has persuaded UEB to either moxve the route of the existing transmission line, or to have the school rebuilt elsewhere. in spite of the fact that it appears to be KCC who have allowed the developer to build the school in the specific location. It appears (Dr. Bazeyo pers comm.) that there are several influential people (politicians) whose children are due to go to the school, so there may be a degree of political, behind-the-scenes developments that are not immediately obvious. However, RW appeared unconcerned that UEB were not at fault, indicating that the 'polluter-pays' principle was applicable for transmission lines. It needed to be pointed out, however, that all members of the public, vw ith access to electricity, are effectively polluters. The main problem comes for those living in the vicinity of transmission lines who do not have access to power. Conclusions 10. It appears that the debate on emr has only just commenced and is likely to go on f-or some time. It is also relevant to consider the implications for UEB - and AESNP - if the utility organisation is held responsible and liable for settlements under The transmission line routes. UEB should seek involvement with the discussions that are likely to take lace through NEMA, to ensure that their views - and the financial implications - of such measures or suggestions, are enacted. It may also be appropriate for AESNP to keep informed of developments, possibly by seeking representation on any panel that is established to discuss emr. AES Nile Power 38 February, 2001 Bujaga/i Project Transmission System Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with UEB, Kampala Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmission lines, legal aspects, health and safety aspect of construction and potential effects of electro-magnetic radiation (ermr) Location: UEB HQ, Amber House, Date/Time: 13/01/99, 09.00 29/33 Kampala Road, Kampala Present: Herman Ssenyondwa Principal Planning Engineer Dr Terry Kahuma Principal Safety & Services Engineer (part time) Comelia Kakooza WSAI (NEMA) Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, BGO, JA, CK, PO'N (AES), File There were a number of main issues that RIC and CK wished to discuss with UEB, relating to: * scoping report delivery; * standards and regulations; * transmission line routing and dimensions; * health and safety; wayleave issues; e land purchase. Scoping Report 1. RIC provided a copy of the Scoping Report, since HS had not received a copy via NEMA and need to view the document to feel 'secure' that UEB opinions have been fairly represented in the WSAI scoping exercise. UEB Standards and Regulations 2. The standards employed by UEB do not vary greatly from the international ones that are available, namely IEC, VDE, ESI. The Ugandan Electricity Standards are based largely on these, although there are some specific items under Ugandan Law. 3. Included in the list of Ugandan documents is the UEB Electrical and Safety Rules, relating to the execution of transmission line construction, operation and maintenance. Release of such documents does not usually occur, although HS will determine if it is possible to supply a copy for information. Normally the document has to be signed for and then only by a trained electrical engineer. 4. HS and TK undertook to supply details of the standards and guidelines that UEB work to and these will be supplied to DCI for forwarding to RIC. Transmission Line Routing and Dimensions 5. The WSAI route avoids major areas of settlement, unlike the UEB proposals which are placed adjacent to settlement areas on grounds of security. The dimensions of the AES Nile Power 39 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H towers dictate what the size of the wayleave should be, so as to avoid physical contact, interference or endangering of the route or people living adjacent to the alignment. 6. Details on potential dimensions of a 220kV line have not been prepared, as they are presently no such systems in Uganda. It is likely that they will follow typical international standards, and HS recommended that these be considered for 'generic' purposes. 7. In terms of construction activities along the route, each 'section' requires an access track, each section being as long as the length of a drum of conductor cable. Details on how long these sections might be and hence how many access tracks are required, will need detailed design. UEB to be requested to give typical examples. Perhaps a track every lOkms? Health and Safety Issues 7. The issue initially addressed emr aspects of health and safety, but the limited experience of the topic in Uganda was a major issue. Both UEB staff were aware of the increasing interest in the Ugandan press, however. 8. HS made reference to the UK IEE and their recent report which suggested that there was no effect detectable for emr from transmission lines. TK agreed that NEMA should investigate the matter on behalf of the Ugandan government. 9. HS suggested that published studies on the subject have, in his experience, been concerned with the effects of nuclear power stations, not the transmission lines from these stations. He also quoted IEE's assertions that there are no proven health effects. RIC suggested that the amount of scientific data available indicated that further epidemiological studies are required before einr can be categorically refuted as causing cancers etc., from low level chronic exposure. 10. Acute effects are well documented and NRPB and ICNIRP standards exist to address such matters. But note should be made of the variations that are developing between NRPB and ICNIRP, which will be dealt with in the EIA report. Given the uncertainty of the information, TK suggested that the issue could not be covered in too much detail. RIC agreed that it would be counter-productive to raise too many fears ab)ut the topic, but that is does need to be investigated. The main way to mitigate or avo)id such problems is to minimise the risk of effects, hence the need to strongly enforce the wayleave dimensions of the alignment, so that any potential effects of emr can be minlinised. 11. With respect to physical safety, HS referred to the standards for clearance beneath transmission lines and the need to have these maintained, by preventing building under lines etc. There have been a number of cases in Uganda of people being electrocuted by arching with the conductors, not necessarily by touching them, but through the use of metal ladders etc. under the lines. If the distance is too close, then a discharge occurs between the conductor and the metal object, resulting in severe shock, burn or death to the person holding the object. UEB is then blamed, although it is not due to their negligence or operational procedures. The only failing is perhaps that the exclusion from the wayleave area is no longer enforced with the same vigor or diligence as used to be the practice. AES Nile Power 40 February, 26'O1 Biuagali Project Transmission System Appendix H 12. Other issues relating to construction work has its own set of hazards, not least of which is the theft of conductor cable from the partially constructed transmission lines, at the end of each day's activity. The losses have been so great on some lines that the JI contractors have lost heavily on the contracts, have had to install many more joints on the conductor cables than is normally the case and has resulted in subsequent lines being made live through connections with the local transmission network, each night. This has resulted in a few fatalities of people still trying to steal cable from the lines. It is likely that UEB will recommend such practices for future projects. Wayleave Issues 13. The main reasons for the need for the wayleave to be effectively enforced have been outlined above. HS suggested that there are cases where bribery of local officials has resulted in developments occurring under the lines, for which UEB have no direct legal authority in terms of enforcement. 14. Issues of compensation appear to be thoroughly handled, with a specific set of procedures and reports to deal with the issue. Little compensation was paid for the DANIDA line, it being suggested that the funding agency oppose compensation on principle, stating that to resettle is to change the way of life for an individual, and therefore one should not displace people. How this is implemented in practice when it is inevitable that people are to be move, was not clear. UEB still paid compensation for those affected, but this was minimised by making use of the Uganda Railways reserve from Mutundwe, as much as possible to the south of Kampala. 15. The width of the wayleave is likely to be in the region of 40m for the 220kV line. Discussions should take place with Highways, Urban Development, Railways, District Land units regarding Land Use Plans, Works and the Post Office regarding telephone lines. HS claimed that all crossings of telephone lines by power transmission routes, took account of these other services and made provision for burial of the telephone lines. In practice, this does not always seem to be the case. 16. The new Electricity Act is likely to address the issues of wayleaves in more detail. CK to investigate. Land Ownership 17. This issue also requires investigation, following the enactment and enforcement of the Land Act. All individuals must now register their interest in land through a leasing system, whether they are the owners of merely the tenants. Therefore, to avoid issues relating to 'squatting' on the alignment, it will be best that the line is gazetted as soon as possible. CK to check the Land Act and determine if there are any major implications for the proposed UEB/AES line AES Nile Power 41 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with Mr. Alex Nvugo, Principal Agricultural Officer/Project, Coordinator, the Cotton Subsector Development Project, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Entebbe on 28 Januarv, 1999 at 4.00 p.m. PRESENT: MR NYUGO Dr V. Okoth (DCI) ISSUES RAISED BY MR. NYUGO I. Destruction of crops, fruit trees and pasture grass. 2. Destruction of farm houses, poultry, paddocks etc - this will lead to disruption of smooth operation of farm activities. If part of paddock is removed control of animals will be difficult, if grass is cut and you are on zero grazing - you will run into problerms. It can also affect shelter for zero grazing. 3. If it passes through wetlands - it will disrupt cultivation of cocoyams, rice and otlher swamp crops. Erecting pylons may affect points of drinking water for humans and livestock e.g where protected wells are situated. 4. If the high voltage could be stepped down, it could lead to establishment of power for lighting, running small scale industries which could even be agrobased e.g fi-uit processing, coffee processing, hammer mills etc. Environmental effect is minimal according to the respondent unless it passes through thick forest where the ecosystem may be disturbed. AES Nile Power 42 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Meeting with Mr. Lino A. Oniitta, Credit Officer, Uganda Commercial Bank Ltd, Headquarters, Kampala on 29 January at 12.00 p.m. Present: Mr Omitta Dr V Okoth (DCI) Issues raised by Mr. Omitta on the likely environmental Impacts of the project. 1. Conversion of prime agricultural land to non-agricultural use. Mr Omitta knows the project area, especially along the Victoria Nile where the two 132 kV lines will be built. He thins that the lines passing through this fertile and densely populated area will disrupt some agricultural activities. The area to be affected is very fertile agrcultural land producing cash crops e.g. coffee, tea, sugarcane and food crops like bananas, sweet potatoes beans etc. Mitigation measures - the people affected should be compensated after careful assessment. 2. Conflict with adopted environmental plans and goal of conmnunity where it is to be located - Part of the project area is within forests e.g. Mabira forest and it will involve cutting down trees which will conflict with adopted enviromnental plans. The best way of averting this problem could be to plant an equivalent number of trees somewhere nearby, only if the project can integrate such measures during the implementation phase of the project. 3. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community. Mr. Omitta who knows the project area especially along the Victoria Nile where the two lines of 132 KV each will be built, thinks that the lines passing through this fertile and densely populated area will definitely be disrupted. Dividing existing plots of farmland leads to loss of land along the lines themselves and fragmentation. 4. Conflict with established recreational, educational, religion or scientific uses of he area. The construction of the dam itself will result in the disappearance of Bujagali Falls which have been major recreational and tourist attraction. 5. Result in a substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area. Present land use along the power corridor has sugarcane, Tea and Tree plantations, diary farms and peasant agriculture. This is on the ground and will be definitely affected by the proposed power line. 6. Result in the conversion of open space into urban or suburban scale areas. At the substations, there will be construction of offices, residential quarters for staff and this will encourage development of trading centre or townships. This will be negative to the environment as agricultural land maybe with trees will be cleared. AES Nile Power 43 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Management Problems In Sugarcane plantations were machinery is used for ploughing and transportation, the lines will certainly interfere with the management of the farm operations especially in cases where pylons might be located on farn roads etc. In dairy farms the pylons might be positioned at milksheds, paddocks, farm houses or firm roads and this will require relocating the structures affected and therefore compensation. Roads, structures etc affected should be replanned and this require compensation. AES Nile Power 44 February, 20'1 Biujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with Mr. Peter Ochodomuge - Acting Assistant Commissioner Farm Development MAAIF, Entebbe on 28 January at 11.20 a.m. Present: Mr Ochodomuge Dr V Okoth (DCI) Issues raised by Mr. Ochodomuge 1 . Disruption of farm layout in cases of properly laid out farm structures, paddocks, building etc. 2. Magnetic fields of high tension power might interfere with farm machinery e.g in advanced farming you may need music to stimulate the animal for increased milk get down - might lead to failures of machines to work well. 3. Conflict with adopted environment plan and goals of community. In farming communities the land for production will be reduced and land resource is fixed. In forested area environment protection goal will be compromised through clearance of trees. 4. Conflict with existing land policy. It will conflict, for example, if land is for forestry and agroforestry transmission line will change the use purpose. AES Nile Power 45 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with Mr. J.O.Y. Omoding Acting Commissioner Farm Development, MAAIF, Entebbe on 28 Januarv 1999 at 11.45 a.m. Present: Mr Omoding Dr V Okoth (DCI) Issues raised by Mr. Omoding He asked a number of questions on information required. We need to know how big the wetlands are and what things will be affected there by the proposed line. What do the swamps have? They might be having rare species of fish like mud fish or other rare flora. Assess biodiversity in the swamps. If the line passes there how will they be affected? What of aquaculture are people there practicing aquaculture in ponds - If they have not started maybe they were about to start and the line will deter them from starting. We need to determine how many people will be affected. Drainage - when building the line you may have to drain the swamp to get access road to the sites for building pylons -how much swampy land (wetland) will be affected? It is necessary to know this. 2. Forests - there are three categories of forests -degraded forests, forest reserves and plantations. According to Mr. Omoding, the degraded forests have soils that have be,en exposed to various degrees of degradation - caused by removal of vegetation (trees) and grasses may be through burning and soil erosion is rampant. If the line passes through degraded forest, further degradation will be caused through more exposure of the soil surface during construction and the preservation of permanent corridor for maintenanlce of the lines. It is important to establish the legality of the occupants of the degraded forests for purposes of compensation. Forest reserves Effects are similar to the degraded ones. It is important to determine the beneficiaries of compensation in case of forest reserves. Plantation forests Determine area (acreage) affected and number of trees, their sizes and maturity to determine value for compensation. 3. Smallscale farmers along the route * Determine how the smallscale farmers are to be affected - land perse * Determine number of acres to be affected by the corridor passing through the small farm * Compensation to be done according to the existing laws * Assets on the land namely standing crops, trees, houses and farm structures should be compensated appropriately according to improvements made and market value. AES Nile Power 46 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Other sources of income from the land like sand pits, minerals, and quarrying should be compensated. Land tenure Supposing a line passes through land co-owned by many people, there will be need to determine mode of compensation. The line might pass through land and fragment it causing management problems. The Ministry of Agriculture advocates for land consolidation for optimal use of farm machinery and exploitation of economies of scale in production. Determine number of occupants of the land according to three land tenure systems namely communal. mailoland and freehold and leasehold. Compensate accordingly. 4. Medium to Large Scale Farmers These include owners of diary farms, beef farms and other improved registered farms for commercial production. Their compensation should be treated separately as the inputs for improvements are higher. 5. Estates There are three categories - tea, sugar, coffee/cocoa The effects on these estates will be: * - Fragmentation leading to management problems ' Reduced acreage due to the power corridor Risks in case of wires falling accidentally. 6. Other economic activities that might be affected. (i) Agro-industries, Processing of molasses, Sugar Factories, Tea processing, Coffee processing, Hammer mills for grains, Hatcheries, Diary coolers for milk, Feed mills, Brick making factories and Timber saw mills among others. (ii) Playgrounds, Schools, Churches/shrines/antiquities, Mosques, Halls - for comrmunity development, Airstrips, Handling sites for fish, Tourism sites - eg picnic sites, Wild animals and Beautiful sceneries e.g. Bujagali falls itself 7. Conversion of prime agricultural land suitable to high value commodities like mushrooms, flowers vanilla, coffee tea to non agricultural activities. It would be important to divert the line from these agricultural lands to marginal land if possible. The conversion of open space into urban areas. It will create urbanization which will create demand for use of agricultural land for houses, industries, schools and markets. Economically, this is positive as it will create demand for * agricultural products in the catchment area and stimulate agricultural production to feed agro- industries and to supply food and feeds. The negative effect is the use of prime land to non agricultural activities causing pressure for more land. Population pressure will create demand AES Nile Power 47 February, 2001 Bu agali Project Transmission System Appendix H for more land which is himiting. Another negative effect will be on the environment throu.igh dumping of urban waste on agricultural land. MITIGATIONS FORESTS Degraded forests - encourage planting of short grasses along the corridor to hold the soils fi,. There should be compensatory forest plantations nearby to cater for the environment. There should be soil and water conservation structures constructed along the corridor to arrest soil erosion. Avoid buming of vegetation to preserve vegetation cover to prevent soil loss. Forest reserves - same as above Forest plantations - same as above Small scale farms - compensation so that the people can get alternate settlement sites All other categories of farms - compensation is the answer. Extension Service People along the corridor should be educated on the danger of electricity by the agricultural extension people. They should be told not to plant anything on the corridor. The extension should advise farmers whose activities will be affected by the corridor to look for alternative settlements and teach them how to start new farms or other types of enterprises, crop, soil and water conservation measures and farm layouts with access roads - a fann must be well planned. To do all this the extension people along the power corridor should be supported by government through District Extension Service. The support should include:- * Logistics e.g transport, allowances * Demonstration kits - equipment for measuring levels of contours Estate roads The powerline might affect access roads to farms (either two farms or within the same farm), in such circumstances the farm roads will need to be relocated and therefore appropriate compensation will be required. Any access road should preferably cross the powerline at right angles. The farm plan and the road network will certainly be affected. AES Nile Power 48 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Minutes Of Meeting With Dr. M.R. Reddy - General Manager (Agriculture) Sugar Corporation Of Uganda Ltd., Lugazi On 21st January 1999 At 3.00 p.m. Present: Dr. M.R. Reddy, General Manager Agriculture, SCOtJL V.A.O. Okoth - Consultant, DCI The Consultant briefed Dr. M.R. Reddy on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmission lines and solicited comments as far as environment impact of the project was concerned. Issues raised by Dr. Reddy 1. Land Segmentation: He said that when a power line passes over a plantation the plantation becomes segmented and that this interferes with some operations like transportation of canes, and maintenance of the fields. 2. Compensation: He said that a lot of sugarcane and land will be lost astride the proposed line and that proper assessment would be required to value the property which will be involved. He however, declined to give any more information on EIA saying that he preferred to have another meeting with the consultant in the presence of some other Senior SCOUL management officials who were not available at that time. He fixed the date for this meeting on 28th January 1999. AES Nile Power 49 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Minutes Of Meeting with Mr BC Jain, Chief Executive, Sugar Corporation Of Uganda Ltd., Lugazi on 10 March 1999 At 12:15 p.m. Present: Mr B C Jain, Chief Executive, SCOUL Dr V" A 0 Okoth - Consultant, DCI The Consultant briefed Mr Jain on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmiss.ion lines and solicited comments as far as environment impact of the project was concerned. Issues raised by Mr Jain * He is very positive about the developmental ventures taking place in the country and encourages the power project as it will enhance the development of Uganda. * Construction of the line will inevitably destroy the sugarcane on the corridor and probably affect the existing infrastructure such as farm roads, estate houses. Could pose danger to workers or cause fire if the wires accidentally broke. * Pointed out that most of the land on which the SCOUL estate lies is not owned by SCOIlJL, but is leased to SCOUL by ordinary people, who therefore should be party to consultation s. MITIGATION MEASURES ADVISED BY MR JAIN * Developer and SCOUL officials should quantify crop losses by working out in detail .he area to be affected and agree mode and amount of compensation. * Compensation should be paid to SCOUL in advance before construction commences, to allow SCOUL to compensate landowners. * Put in place precautionary measures like putting in place insulated wires below the transmission line to catch the live wires in case of breakage. * Will need assurances of general safety from the developer. * Advised that developer should work in close liaison with SCOUL in order to ensure that project progresses smoothly. AES Nile Power 50 Fehruarv, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Minutes of meeting with Dr. Kiondo, District Veterinary Officer of Mukono District on 21" January 1999 at 12.15 p.m. O Present: I. Dr. Stephen Kiondo - District Veterinary Officer, Mukono 2. Dr. Tom Matte Isabirye - Veterinary Officer, Mukono 3. V.A.O. Okoth - Consultant, DCI The Consultant briefed the District Veterinary Officials on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmission lines and solicited their comments as far as environment impact of the project was concerned. Dr. Kiondo briefed the meeting on the dairy farms likely to be affected by the project as follows:- 1. Katabanda Farm This farm is situated at Luwuga village near Wakiso. It belongs to Mr. Kiwanuka. The farm is categorized as big according to the area it covers but is under-stocked with about 50 heads of cattle instead of the carrying capacity of about 300. The pasture management is poor with some paddocks taken up by weeds. Some paddocks have good pastures and water and spray system is in place. There is another dairy farm nearby which was curved from the Katabanda Farm. This is operating very well. .5 2. Gravil Farm This is situated astride the proposed line at Nyende close to the Mukono District Farm Institute. The holding capacity is about 30 heads of cattle. It is however, overgrazed and pastures need supplementation with elephant grass. The soils around the place appear poor and cannot support good pasture. 3. Kira Mixed Farm This is situated near Mulawa about 1 km from Kira. He did not have much information about this farm. Likely impacts of the project 1. Farm Planning Location of farm buildings, milk sheds etc. might necessitate being shifted away from the lines. 2. Pasture management The proposed project will decrease land area available to pastures. Although the pylons might occupy small space many of them can have effect involving land availability to pastures. Pasture management under the lines might also be difficult due to fear of electromagnetism of the high tension voltage. AES Nile Power 51 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Sj'stem Appendix H 3. Soils During the construction phase digging of foundation for the pylons exposes poor deep brown soils which make top soil infertile and cannot support pastures _ which require fertile soils 4. Direct effect on animals The direct effect of electromagnetism from high tension voltage on animals is not known but it is possible it can probably cause lethal mutations leading to effect on unborn foetus 5. Afforestastion and wetland protection The proposed project might conflict with adopted environment plans and goals of community where the lines are going to pass. There will be some deforestation arising from cutting of trees around the proposed path of the lines. Drainage of wetlands during construction might also cause it to dry. 6. Soils Exposure of soils during constiLction can lead to soil erosion. 7. Land use pattern Some rare species of trees which are hard to regenerate might be affected during construction and wild species of animals might be intimidated and run away. Dr. Matte Isabirye brought in issues involving shrines and graves which he said should either be preserved or compensated for. Mitigation measures according to Dr. Kiondo 1. Compensation - Where farm buildings and paddocks will be affected, proper assessment and compensation should be made. 2. Soils - It might be necessary to dispose off the brown infertile soils arising from making foundation of pylons away from pasture. Care should be taken when constructing access road to avoid soil erosion. 3. Direct effects on animals - Transmission lines should not cross paddocks where animals are or the electromagnetic effect can be serious. 4. Clearing of trees - Care should be taken so as not to clear the rare trees species during construction. 5. Afforestation, good pasture management and wetland protection should be taken into account while implementing the project. AES Nile Power 52 February, 20011 Bufagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Minutes of a meeting with Mr. Robert Mukasa, Manager Gravil Diary Farm at Nyenje Present: Mr. Robert Mukasa, Manager V.A.O Okoth, Consultant, DCI The consutlant briefed Mr. Mukasa on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmission lines and requested him to give some comments on the likely environment impact the project might have on his diary farm which lies astride the proposed lines. He gave a brief background of the farm which he said has 15 acres of land with 25 heads of cattle of mixed types i.e. exotics and crosses and the farm has several paddocks, three blocks of houses, milk shed and spray area. Impacts envisaged by Mr. Mukasa 1. Fences and farm houses He said that during the construction of the new power line some fences and paddocks and farm buildings might be affected or destroyed. 2 Pasture grasses He said that most likely the elephant grass being grown as supplement to pastures will be destroyed as it lies astride the proposed lines. 3. Disturbance to animals He said that if heavy machinery is used during the construction of the lines, the noise created will make animals wild and probably run out of the paddocks. Mitigations Mr. Mukasa emphasized that farm property to be affected should be compensated for. AES' Nile Power 53 February, 2001 Biajagali Project Transmission Svstern Appendix H Minutes of meeting with Ms Alice Sikyerabirwa - Manager of Kira Mixed Farm at Mulawa, 1 km from Kira on 22nd January 1999 at 4.00 p.m. Present: d Mrs. Alice Sikyerabirwa, Manager Kira Mixed Fann V.A.O. Okoth, Consultant, DCI The consultnt briefed Mrs. Sikyerabirwa on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmission lines and requested her to give some comment on the likely environment impact the project might have on her diary farm. She gave a brief information about the farm. She said that it has 200 dairy animals although she did not give the exact total acreage of the farm. She said that the farm is about 5 square miles. She said the farm which is 6 - 10 years old belongs to Mr. Stephen Katabula. 'he declined any comments referring the consultant to his boss who was away at that time of visil. . AESMile Power 54 February, 260)1 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Minutes of meeting with Mr. James Kasame, Manager of Spring Valley Hatchery Farm at Lutete near Kasangati, Mpigi District on 22nd January 1999 at 5.30 p.m. , Attendance Mr. James Kasame, Manager Spring Valley Hatchery Farm V.A.0. okoth, Consultant, DCI The Consultant briefed Mr. James Kasame on the proposed Bujagali project and its associated transmission lines and requested him to give some comments on the likely environment impact the project might have on their Hatchery Farm. Mr. Kaseme gave brief background of the farm. He said that it is called Spring Valley Hatchery Farn owned by Mr. Rogers Mukasa and has several residential houses, poultry houses, a feed mill, feed mixture facility and a hatchery. It handles approximately 90,000 breeders or parent stock and hatch 30,000 chicks twice weekly (layer chicks alternated with broiler chicks). He said that the land owned by Spring Valley Hatchery Farm extends southwards across the valley (where the proposed power line will probably pass) to the northern end of a nearby village called Kyanja. The valley has some small shambas of crops and a few trees. To the east of Spring Valley I km away, there is a Dairy Farm. Likely impacts of the project on the Hatchery Farm according to Mr. Kasame: 1. Physical effects If it passes on the slopes, land and some crops will be affected. If it passes within the compound a number of buildings will be affected. 2. Availability of power The project will have positive effect on the Hatchery Farm as more electricity power will be availed nationwide and therefore the Hatchery will enjoy more power for more efficiency of its operations. 3. Noise If construction will involve a lot of noise through banging of metals etc., this might disrupt the laying of the birds which might go off lay completely for some time. 4. Copper accumulations in the soil When copper wires with high voltage passes over an area the underlying soil particles in the soil get accumulated with copper. When cattle for example are grazed in such areas they get problems related to copper accumulation. It is not known whether the same problem can affect chickens reared outside. But the hatchery rears its chickens inside. AES Nile Power 55 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Mitigation measures 1 . Property to be affected in any way will necessitate compensation 2. Noise The construction around the Hatchery Farm should be camred out in a quiet manner so as to minimize noise which will make the chickens to off lay. In case noise cannot be minimized and the chicks go off lay, appropriate measures should be made to assist the Hatchery with supplementary feeds e.g. vitamins which offset the effect of noise on layer chickens. AES Nile Power 56 February, 20101 Bu jagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Meeting with Mr. Solomon Musoke, District Agricultural Officer, Mukono District on 21st January 1999 at 12.30 p.m. , Present Mr. Solomon Musoke, District Agricultural Officer, Mukono Dr.V.A.O. Okoth, Consultant DCI The Consultant briefed the DAO on the Bujagali Project and associated transmission lines. He then sought the DAO's own independent views about the project as far as EIA was concemed. Issues raised by the DAO 1. Crops likely to be encountered on the proposed route are the perennials namely, coffee, tea, sugarcane and probably cocoa. The food crops include bananas, sweet potatoes, cassava, maize, beans, cocoyams and a little bit of groundnuts. Vanilla will most likely not be encountered on the proposed route as it is concentrated around Kutosi to the south of the district fairly far off from the line. 2. Some major farms and forest trees might be affected. 3. Agricultural crops, forest trees, pastures will certainly be lost in the alignment. 4. He advised the project implementors to learn lessons from UEB who recently laid a transmission line from Jinja to Kampala especially about compensation of property. He also advised that the forestry department should be consulted. Likely Impacts 1. Displacement of people - People living close to the proposed lines will certainly be displaced. 2. Construction of roads - In forested areas the construction of access roads will give negative impact as these will open accessibility to the forest for illegal tree felling for timber and charcoal. Construction of roads can also lead to exposure of soils to erosion, especially on steep slopes leading to soil degradation. In some areas the access roads can however, improve accessibility of difficult areas. 3. Disrupting or dividing physical arrangement Fenced farms - In case where the power line passes at the edge of a fenced farmn, the farmer has to change the fencing which is usually costly. If it passes in the middle of the farm, the whole farm might have to be relocated or middle part foregone. In case of paddocks pastures under the line rnight have to be foregone. 4. Forest reserves Trees will be felled leading to loss of forest coverage permanently. AES Nile Power 57 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H 5. Crops Cutting of tree crops like coffee, cocoa will certainly lead to an economic loss. In areas where farmers cultivate land haphazardly and expose soil especially on steep slopes to erosion and environmental degradation, the passing of the transmission lines over such areas will have positive impact on the environment as erosion might be arrested through non cultivation of such areas. Mitigation Measures 1. Compensation - Displaced people who will lose property e.g. farms, forest tress, ciops etc. will have to compensated. 2. Roads - to avoid soil erosion access roads should have short grasses planted on them-i to be slashed occasionally. Minutes of a meeting with Mr N D Bafokuzara, Principal Research Officer the National Agricultural Research Organistion (NARO) based at the Kawanda Agricultural Research Institute (KARI). Venue Kawanda Research Institute Date : 11-02-1999 Time 4.55pm The consultant briefed Mr. Bafokuzara on the proposed project and requested him to give his views on the likely environmental impact the project might have. ISSUES RAISED BY MR. BAFOKUZARA 1. He concentrated mainly on the likely impacts the transmission lines will have on activities along the route from the corner tower at Lubatu to either of the two proposed sub-stations. 2. He said that close to the proposed comer tower at Lubatu there is a farm and Kawanda Secondary School is about 1 km to the west of this farm. Close to the Secondary School there are small scale farmland with banana, sweet potatoes, yams etc. He also said that after crossing the main Kampala-Bombo Road, there is experimental coffee plantation for the Research Institute and further to the south west and west there are paddocks and kraal for the Research Institute. He also said that there is heavy population and concentrated agricultural activity at Kivulu village, which borders :he northern part of the proposed sub-station at Kawanda. He said that activities from Lubatu to the sub-station at Kawanda will be disrupted during construction of t.he lines and subsequent maintainance operations. He mentioned likely effects of electromagnetism to workers at the Kraal and to the animals. 3. Suggestion for a new site for sub-station. Mr. Bafokuzara posed a number of questions: i) Why extend the line to the proposed site to the west of the Kawanda Institute? AES Nile Power 58 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H ii) Is height the guiding factor? iii) Why have two parallel lines - on-coming and outgoing to and from the sub- station respectively? Won't these parallel lines occupy a lot of land and cause a lot of disturbance? iv) Why not build a sub-station just below the kraal or at the lower part of the Institute close to the Kampala - Bombo high way? Immediately after the lines have crossed the Kampala -Bombo Highway they would then go to the sub- station in an area traditionally used by the Institute residents to grow subsistence crops. The area is not waterlogged, from here the lines would then be directed to Mutundwe. This is a shorter route. The most ideal site according to Mr. Bafukuzara is below block 4 of the Institute. This position would avoid the disturbance of the holding ground for the cattle, and heavy settlements close to the proposed sub-station site. He however, said that if the idea of a new site is not tenable, then thc transmission line should pass to the southern edge of the wetlands closer to Wamala. The people whose property will be affected should be compensated. 4. On proposed Wetlands Research activities, he said that given the likely temporary nature of such projects, the transmission lines will probably not interfere with the research. 5. Interference with the proposed market - perhaps the market will not be sited in the valley. It will most probably be sited in accessible area. 6. Interference with proposed water reservoir (dam). The site of the dam can be avoided. The implementers of the transmission lines and dam projects can mutually reconcile their interests. 7. Nakyesanja proposed Sub-station. Mr. Bafokuzara noted that Nakyesanja is more populated than Kawanda and that building a sub-station there (at Nakyesanja) will create more disturbances than building it at Kawanda. However, he said that the major advantage with Nakyesanja is the ease with which the line can be extended to the North, if this is projected in future. AES Nile Power 59 February, 2001 Bi4agali Pro ject Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with staff of Agricultural Engineering and Appropriate Technology Research Institute (AEATRI) of the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) on ]1 February 1999 at 2.50pm. Venue Namalere Present Engineer Kasambula Vincent - Research Engineer Okau Paul - Office Superintendent Masaba James Dr V Okoth, Consultant The consultant briefed the meeting on the project. Issues raised at the meeting 1. No major environmental effect was envisaged. People to be affected or property to be affected should adequately be compensated for. 2. Siting the sub-stations at Nakyesanja near AEATRI is not a problem. There should be adequate security around the sub-station to guard against vandalism and safety precautions should be taken against possible electrocution of people. 3. One participant in the meeting said that, this is a more preferred sub-station if evaluat.d against the proposed sub-station at Kawanda because the latter has research activities being carried out in the adjacent wetlands under the auspices of the Lake Victoria Management Authority. The research which is being sponsored by the World Bank involves the three neighbouring states of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. 4. As regards displacement of people at Nakyesanja which is highly populated, the meeting emphasized need for having dialogue with the people who will be affected and to adequately compensate them. 5. There will not be major environrnental hazards in forests since for most of the distan,ce around the major forest at Mabira the lines will run parallel to the existing line. However, mitigation measures on whatever forest trees will be affected, equivalent biomass should be planted nearby as a compensatory measure to the environment. 6. People who will be displaced should be compensated and helped to settle elsewhere. May be they can be settled in estates and given encouragement. 7. The project might convert prime agricultural land to non-agricultural use but there is need to balance the costs of having power for industrialization and development on one ha nd and retaining the prime agricultural hand per se on the other hand. 8. The project will not conflict with land policies since land belongs to the people. If it passes through well planned big farrns, then it will conflict or substantially alter presznt land use of an area but small scale farmners have there own ways of planning. They might not be affected much. However, in both cases compensation is the answer. Some of the people might put more importance on things like graves etc to be compensated. AES Nile Power 60 Februaiy, 2001 Bufagali Project Transmission System Appendix H 9. Depending on the size of the workforce at the substation, urbanisation can develop. May be estates will be built but this might be on too small a scale to degrade the environment. * 10. The construction of the substation at Kawanda is fine. The problem is the route of the transmission lines within the southem position of the Mayanja Valley, judging form the activities either on going or proposed. If possible the transmission lines to the Kawanda substation should be rerouted through Mayanja Valley to the north of Nakyesanja to approach the substation via Kaayi. In this case the comer tower sending the lines towards Nakyesanja on the way to Kaayi should be placed in the valley, so that the Lubatu- Nakyesanja stretch avoids property including the two schools and agricultural land. There are however, two problems with this route namely increased distance to be encountered and dense population at Kaayi. The advantage however, is that the outgoing line form the Kawanda substation would pass via the southern portion of the Mayanja valley only once on its way to Mutundwe. 11. Another alternative would be to extend the transmission line (immediately after crossing the Kampala - Bombo highway from Lubatu) towards the southern edge of the valley closer to Wamala. Efforts should be made to safeguard against interference with a farm located near the area and the royal tombs on top of the Wamala Hill. S A4ES Nle Pow4er 61 Februa,j, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with staff of the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) based at Kawanda Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) at 1.15 p.m. on 3 February 1999. Present: Dr. H. Ssali, Research Officer, Soils Mr. E.V. Sendiwanyo, Soil Surveyor Mr. C.K. Ssali Agricultural Officer, Soils, MAAIF Namalere Dr V Okoth, Consultant Before the discussion Mr. E.V. Sendiwanyo briefed the consultant as follows:- i) Land earmarked for the proposed substation does not belong to the Kawan-da Research Institute. It probably belongs to individuals. ii) The Kawanda Institute comprises of the following:- a) The experimental area - 399.38 acres also known as the Kawanda Estate (LO)N 089o2) in Kyadondo County (Mpigi District). b) The Seed Farm - comprises 750 acres lying to the north west of the institutc - Kirinyabigo, Kaayi and Kawanda central. Issues raised. I . Agricultural land will be lost - negative impact 2. Conflict with environmental plans - it will conflict as it was never planned for powver transmission - it was planned for other land use not environment perse. 3. Disruption or division of the physical arrangement. Disruption is the extreme case; probably it will divide the physical arrangement e.g. farm fields, farm roads. Etc. 4. Conflict with land use policies - government has designated uses to various land - e.g. wetlands for environmental conservation. Swamps are narrow and can easily be affected. 5. Soils are productive generally, it is passing through the most productive soils in the country; 6. Consultees referred the consultant to references e.g. soil maps of Uganda, soil memoirs of the Ministry of Agricultural Vols 1-6. AES Nile Power 62 Februanr, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Meeting with Dr. Sophie Musaana, Principal Research Officer, Head of Horticulture Programme, Kawanda Agricultural Research Institute at 2.40p.m. ,l Present: Dr. S. Musaana, Principal Research Officer Dr V Okoth, Consultant The Consultant briefed Dr. Musaana on the project and requested her comments. Issues raised by Dr. Musaana. 1 . The farm at Lubatu is being used by Kawanda Research Institute, Makerere University and other Institutes as a point for technology transfer on natural resource management which includes fertilization, soil erosion, cropping systems, inter-crops and banana systems - diseases and pest reaction as affected by soil differences. The transmission line might disrupt these activities but probably the lines can be slightly diverted to avoid vulnerable points. 2. If it passes through Mabira it will necessitate cutting trees leading to loss of biomass, exposure of the land surface and reduced precipitation. 3. Positive effect - increased power will lead to investors on agro-processing to come in. Unstable power supply is a deterrent to investment in industries. Multiplier effect - the more industries we have the more employment we shall generate. 4. Conflict with adopted environmental plans or goals - e.g. Mabira is gazetted as a forest reserve. 5. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community. People fear to work under the lines. Will disrupt the lives of the people settled in farms that will be affected . Farm roads and farm facilities will be affected. 6. Might disrupt activities of the Kawanda school and will also affect School at Kikubamutwe in Wakisi sub county Buikwe county as well as others. Vulnerable spots can be avoided. 7. Convert prime agricultural land to non-agricultural use e.g. far at Lubatu, Seoul farm, Tea farms etc. 8. Land use policy will be contradicted e.g. gazetted forest, which should not be cut down as matter of policy. 9. Result in substantial alteration of the present planned land use of an area - need to get data from people along the lines as they might have experience. 10. Industrialization - will be positive enhancement of development but negative due to pollution by industries. m Mitigation measures 1. If farms is affected - redirect the line AES Nile Power 63 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H 2. Compensation - if farms cannot be avoided 3. Educate the people about the dangers and advantages of power so that they come to terms with reality. Teach them better farning methods that will not harm the 0 environment. 0 AES Nile Power 64 February, 200] Bztjagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with Dr. M.K. Magunda, Acting Director of Research Kawanda Research Institute. Date 3rd Feb. 1999 at 4.30 p.a. OI Present: Dr. M. Magunda, Ag. Director Dr V Okoth, Consultant The Consultant briefed the Ag. Director on the proposed power project and invited him for his comments. Issues raised by the Ag. Director. 1. There is planned Agricultural Systems Research in Wetlands, which will cover an unspecified area of the wetlands below the Kawanda Research Institute. 2. There is proposal to place a dam somewhere in the swamp for irrigation - holding reservoir for water. 3. There is projected farmers' market - farmers in the area were promised a market. 4. The land earmarked for the proposed sub station appears to be owned by people not the Institute. But the Ag. Director said it is important to verify the ownership of the land. 5. Construction of lines involves - excavation, pit filling etc. which will certainly have effect on the wetlands. S- 6. Nakyesasa appears not to be government land. It is an area with high population from Lubatu - Namalere and might not be a suitable site for substation. 7. Dr. Magunda advised that there might be need for a public hearing before final EIA Report is published. AES Nlile Power 65 February, 2001 Bulagali Project Trcmnsmission System Appendix H Meeting with Staff of the National Wetlands Programme, Ministry of Water. Lands and Environment at Post Office Building, Yusuf Lule Road on 20th January 1999. Attendance: S Ms Norah Namakembe - Senior Resources Assessment Officer Dr. Mac Litterick IUCN/TA National Wetlands Programme Mr. F.W. Kiwazi - Project Sites Coordinator V.A.O. Okoth, Consultant DCI The Consultant briefed the meeting on the proposals to evaluate power from Bujagali falls and the proposed route it will take to the proposed substation around Kawanda. He also briefed the meeting on the EIA process required for the project and requested the meeting to frankly discuss everything related to the EIA study especially as connected with the wetlands Important points raised during the meeting. 1. The officials doubted very much whether the transmission line will have marked impact on the wetlands. Their argument was that the wetlands have already been degraded by encroachment to various degrees in various areas. They have little biological activity, 2. Profile of wetlands have been raised since the coming into being of the New Uganda Constitution as their values have been uplifted and people are claiming ownership and also lease the wetlands to other users. They are held by trust for use by everybody. People utilizing wetlands in areas that will be affected by the proposed lines will probably come up for compensation. 3. Construction and citing of pylons should not block the water flow in the swamps as this will lead to flooding and displacing of people. During construction disturbing the wetlands should be avoided as much as possible by positioning the pylons on the ed-es and constructing temporary bridges or culverts rather than barriers. 4. There is more need for socio-economics study as more people are likely to be displaced and relocated in the densely populated areas than within the wetlands as hundreds of hectares of land will be taken up by the pylons themselves and the associated construction. The number of pylons will determine total land involved. 5. People clearing the proposed route prior to installing power line should not use chemicals (e.g. fuel) and should avoid setting the vegetation on fire as these activities will degrade the environment. 6. After building the lines a corridor of some distance along the line should be kept clear of vegetation as climbing shrubs can bring down the wires. Slashing of papyrus reeds and creepers should be periodically undertaken if it will not be expensive. Normally papyrus is set on fire during dry season but this should be discouraged. 7. The meeting further noted that since the power in question is not coming to Kampadla per se it might be necessary to divert the line, further north e.g. beyond Gayaza so that 5 fewer people and farmland will be involved. It was also noted that along the Lubigi AES Nile Power 66 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H swamp many people live too close to the wetlands with many little shambas and some of these areas like Nabweru are prune to floods. 8. The meeting noted that there will be need to study the Land Laws and associated implications on the utilization of swamps and reconcile interests of the Environmental Lawyers, the National Environment Statute and Environmental Politicians. 9. Mitigation measures will depend on particular points for example where access roads will not be needed later on, they can be undone after the construction. 10. Bush clearance should be controlled during construction. 0 AES Nile Pow4er 67 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission Svstem Appendix H Meeting with Forest Department, 11.1.99 Location: Forest Department HQ, Old Port Bell Road, Kampala Present: Dr Fred Kigenyi, Commissioner Dr B Ogilvie, WSAI BGO outlined, 'final proposed' transmission line route, and invited FK to comment on likely impacts on forest resources and gazetted reserves. FK had no particular concerns with planned route, and agreed it made sense for the routc to be based on an existing corridor. Route through Mabira Forest is only adjacent to areas classified as degraded forest or 'buffer zone' (not Strict Forest Reserve), according to 1 198 Forest Department Nature Conservation Master Plan, which has recently been published. FK stated that there are private planters on Forest Department land near Namyoya who would be due compensation should crops be removed. Kifu FR is mainly used for research-I - regeneration tests and trials of new species. BGO enquired about FD's views on transmission line corridor width (following up NEMA's contention that 100 m wide corridor would be unacceptable to the Forest Department). FK stated that FD has no policy on width of wayleaves, other than these should be minimised. 100 m width would not cause major concern. There is no mention of this issue, nor FD worker health and safety issues in the 1997 Departmental Standing Orders document (available from Tony Finch at FD). BGO floated the idea of 'compensatory planting' to replace any forest area lost during clearance of transmission lines. FK agreed that this is a good idea, although FD might propose that such planting should take place outside MFR, e.g. by developer providing assistance to current (under-funded) FD planting projects. L Victoria Management Project near Jinja is an example. 0 AAWSNile Power 68 February, 20911 Bulaga/i Project Transmission Svstem 4ppendix H Note of meeting with Ulganda Wildlife Authority, 8 January 1999 Location: UWA Building, Kintu Road, Kampala Present: Apophia Atukunda-Muhimbura, Acting Deputy Director Moscs Mapesa, Planning & EIA Co-ordinator Brett Ogilvie, WSAI 1. BGO informed UWA of the findings of the scoping study, the transmission line route which is being proposed, and the methodology to be used for ecological surveys and impact assessment. Invited any comments or queries that might modify the approach to be taken. 2. UWA happy with approach for surveys in Forest Reserves (although noted that the Forest Department has overall responsibility), but had some concerns about possible impacts on Lubigi swamp. Recommended that WSA discuss this matter with National Wetlands Conservation and Management Programme. BGO said that a meeting had been arranged with staff of NWCMP to discuss this. 3. MM concerned about potential impacts on crested cranes (Uganda's national bird), as these use papyrus swamps as breeding grounds. BGO said that Derek Pomeroy had informed him that crested cranes use seasonal swamps as breeding grounds, and that any loss of papyrus swamp would not affect this species. 4. MM concerned about Jinja Animal Sanctuary, and particularly impacts on bird species therein. BGO said that two ornithologists are working on the project and they will cover this aspect. 5. MM concerned about possible electrocution of primates on transmission lines. BGO to instruct Robert Kityo (MUIENR Zoologist) to speak to a primatologist to determine whether there have been any previous reports of electrocution, and to assess the risk of this occurring on the proposed transmission line. 6. AA stated that Mr Moyeni (former Executive Director) has left UWA to join a consultancy in Kampala, and Saul Kayi is now Acting Executive Director. AES Nile Powver 69 Februaryv 2001 Bujagali Pr-oject Transmission System Appendix H Meeting with National Wetlands Conservation and Management Programme, 11.1.99 Present: Mr Paul Mafabi, Head of Wetlands Programme Dr B Ogilvie, WSAI Location: 10h floor, Telephone House. Kampala. BGO outlined the completion of the Scoping Phase of the ELA, and the approach for the lIA proper. Outlined proposal to route the transmission line along the eastem edge of the Lubigi swamp, and across a number of seasonal swamps to the north of Kampala. PM was concerned with any physical disturbance of the wetlands which might take place during construction of towers within the wetland. Would also be interested to know the planned frequency of maintenance visits. Not overly concerned with possible increased access by papyrus harvesters as present level of access is almost unlimited. BGO said that after construction, maintenance visits are unlikely to be more frequent than once per year, therefore level of disturbance from maintenance crews is likely to be minimal. PM advised that 1995 document 'National Policy for the Conservation and Management of Wetland Resources' is still current (WSA has this). PM produced a copy of the 'Wetlands Status Report for Kampala District'. BGO to copy and retum. AES Nile Power 70 February, 200111 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Notes of a meeting with Ministry of Works, Housing and Communications, 12.2.99 ,s Location: MoW offices, Entebbe Time: 1200h Present: Mr Alex Onen, Principal Engineer, Construction, MoWHC Mr Mutegana, Senior Engineer, Construction, MoWHC Dr B Ogilvie, WSAI Purpose of meeting was to discuss construction aspects of transmission line. Particular reference was made to any requirements or guidelines which MoW may have in relation to public/worker health and safety, or specifications for works associated with MOW's assets, e.g connection of temporary or permanent access roads to public highway. Construction of transmission lines is an issue for UEB, not MoW. MoW is principally concerned with highways. In any case, MoW does not have an equivalent of 'Departmental Standing Orders' as used by Forest Department. AO stated that there is a legal requirement for the developer to obtain approval of plans and'or construction of access roads connecting into public highway. This will have to be on the District Level, with approval to be given by District Engineer (within MoW), who is responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance as well as for 'safeguarding MoW's interests'. District Engineers are as follows: Mpigi District: Allan Masoke Kampala District: Bruno Sserunkuma Jinja District: Mr Ngeye Requirements for access roads will include appropriate drainage, safety aspects, traffic calming and signage. MM saw no problem with the suggestion that 'peninsulas' be constructed off the existing causeways over Lubigi swamp in order to place towers there. AES Nile Power 7 1 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H_ Notes of a meeting with National Wetland Conservation and Management Programme, 12.2.99 Location: on site - Lubigi swamp Time: 1430 h Present: Ms Nora Namukambo, Acting Programme Manager Dr Mac Litterick, Technical Adviser (IUCN) B Ogilvie, WSA ML pointed out that in effect the wetland is 'self-protecting' as any construction within -he wetland will be more difficult (and therefore expensive) than construction on terrafirma, and therefore will tend to be avoided by engineers. El nino effect, with intense rainfall over the last few years, has caused water levels in wetlands to rise, such that wetlands now occupy 13% of Uganda rather than 12% as previously. Houses along the edge of the causeways, which currently appear to be located within the swamp, were formerly on dry land. Issue of new causeways increasing public access and therefore exploitation of papyrus should not be a problem, as access is not the factor currently limiting exploitation (witnessed by long stretches of existing road causeways not being used for access at present time). However, causeways should be designed such that they do not interfere with the hydrology of the system, i.e. as close to land as possible (sensible from the cost perspective) and have sufficient culverts to allow natural water flow Papyrus grows very rapidly - complete regrowth within c. 12 months if cut at water level (i.e. rhizome remains intact). Therefore impact due to any construction-related clearance wollld be very short-lived. ML stressed that herbicides should not be used, primarily due to threat to surface and groundwater resources, and secondarily due to residual effects on non-target areas. ML: as the wetland has already been encroached, issues of impact on biodiversity and endangered species are not likely to be significant. Timing of construction could be critical both for actual construction activities and ease of access- water levels are traditionally highest in Feb-May and Sept/Oct, however this pattern has changed recently due to el nino effect. Care should be taken to ensure that suspended solids etc. arising from any earthworks do not affect water supplies. Wetlands are held in trust to the citizens of Uganda, therefore the ownership issue will be complex. ML stated that all land surrounding Lubigi is mailo land, although wetlands themselves were excluded when this was designated. ML stated that the issue of the transmission line passing on the eastem versus the weste-n side of Lubigi should be based on settlement pattems rather than on the wetland, as this is likely to be affected the same amount by either alignment. It may therefore be preferable to build on the least steep side as that will be where there is the widest strip of unoccupied land AES Nile Power 72 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System Appendix H due to water level fluctuation. (inspection of contours on 1:50,000 topo map indicates east and west side have similar gradients - west side may therefore be preferred due to it being furthest from central Kampala). Footprint of 20 pylons in swamp area would only be about 0.2 ha in total, which is insignificant, especially in terms of the natural inter-annual variation in wetland area. 0 AES Nile Power 73 February, 200] Bujagali Project Transmission Sy'stem Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with Institute of Public Health Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmission lines and potential effects of electro-magnetic radiation (emur) Location: IoPH HQ, Makerere University, Date/Time: 19/01/99, 1 1.00 Mulago Hospital, Kampala Present: Dr William Bazeyo Occupational Health Specialist Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, JA, BGO, PO'N (AES), File Bujagali EIA 1. RIC outlined the work that has been undertaken on the Bujagali EIA, notably the environmental health issues, AIDS, STDs, water borne diseases and related issues. RIC also indicated that the draft EIA was being sent out for comment in the rlear future. Scoping Report 2. RIC gave a resume of the approach to the transmission line EIA and the conclusi.ns that had been reached during the Scoping Study, with respect to the routing of the line parallel to the northern Mabira Forest alignment. Mention was made of the additicnal sub-station at Kawanda and comparison of the UEB and WSAI routes. 3. RIC indicated that the WSAI alignment had been chosen for a number of reasons, not least the major attempt to avoid major settlements, thus reducing the need to resettle, disrupt and compensate residents. The secondary effect of this policy was to reduce the number of people exposed to emr, an issue that is becoming of concern to Ugandan authorities. Note was also made of the avoidance of the antiquities/Martyrs shrines in the vicinity of Namugongo. 4. The location of the route in valley floors is a major feature, most of these being wetland areas where settlement is usually limited. Although construction costs may be greater, there is less likelihood of resettlement of property and cultivation. WVB approved of the approach adopted by WSAI, for all the reasons given. Transmission Line Routing 5. WB found the UEB approach of having transmission lines near to settlement areas, insupportable. He discussed the recent example of the siting of a school beneath major power lines and indicated that UEB should pay for the moving either of the line or the relocation of the school, since he is concerned about the issue of emr. 6. Wayleave issues were discussed including width, gazetting and ownership/responsibility. UEB does not enforce the restrictions regarding settlement under the lines, this being KCC's responsibility, but he acknowledged that KCC do not enforce their undertakings. AES NilePower 74 Februaiy, 2601 BqJagali Project Transmission System Appendix H 7. WB advised that that institutions, schools, hospitals and military installations should be avoided wherever possible. EMR Issues 8. WB appeared to be well versed in the topic, with his latest information being from Brazilian studies, published in October '98. He indicated that in addition to leukemia and lymphomas, bladder, larynx and prostate cancers are now being associated with emr exposure. 9. His personal view, in relation to protection of the pubic from emr, is that an observed wayleave width of 30m should be adequate, that the probable 40m distance would be useful for extra protection, but that greater than this is unnecessary. The reasons for these views were discussed, but it appeared to be without specific scientific support data and to be based more on general literature review. 10. Minimising disruption was a major issue for WB, such that he felt people should be moved as little as possible. 11. WB indicated that NEMA would have to be responsible for setting guidelines or standards for emr exposure, but that this would have to be on the basis of scientific research. He was prepared to be involved with such discussions, but indicated that he wished to be invited by the NEMA committee at the beginning of the considerations, rather than being called in late in the day. Other Health and Safety Issues 12. WB indicated that all drivers should be subject to a pre-employment examination for general health, but notably for eyesight, since this is frequently a problem for many drivers. 13. With respect to worker safety, he recommended the cnforcement of the use of appropriate protective wear, and to put all workers through an educational/training programme. AES Nile Power 75 February, 2001 Btuagali Project Transmission System Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with Ministry of Health Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmission lines snd potential effects of electro-magnetic radiation (emr) 0 Location: Min. of Health HQ, Entebbe Date/Time: 20/01/99. 10 30 Present: Dr Agaba Public Health Specialist Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, JA, BGO, PO'N (AES), File Bujagali EIA 1. RIC outlined the work that has been undertaken on the Bujagali EIA, notably the environmental health issues, AIDS, STDs, water borne diseases and related issues. RIC also indicated that the draft EIA was being sent out for comment in the near future. Scoping Report 2. RIC gave a resume of the approach to the transmission line EIA and the conclusions that had been reached during the Scoping Study, with respect to the routing of the line parallel to the northern Mabira Forest alignment. Mention was made of the additional sub-station at Kawanda and comparison of the UEB and WSAI routes. 3. RIC indicated that the WSAI alignment had been chosen for a number of reasons, "not least the major attempt to avoid major settlements, thus reducing the need to resettle, disrupt and compensate residents. The secondary effect of this policy was to reduce the number of people exposed to ermr, an issue that is becoming of concern to Ugandan authorities. Note was also made of the avoidance of the antiquities/Martvrs shrines in the vicinity of Namugongo. 4. The location of the route in valley floors is a major feature, most of these being wetland areas where settlement is usually limited. Although construction costs rmay be greater, there is less likelihood of resettlement of property and cultivation. Dr A approved of the approach adopted by WSAI, for all the reasons given. Transmission Line Routing 5. Dr A could not condone the UEB approach of having transmission lines near to settlement areas, as he is concerned about the issue of emr. As stated above, he approved of routings which keep the line away from populated locations. 6. Wayleave issues were discussed including width, gazetting and ownership/responsibility. UEB does not enforce the restrictions regarding settlement under the lines. Dr A understood that KCC, although responsible for enforcement, do not effect it, but are 'paid-off'. 7. Dr A's recommendation - and it appears to have been initially discussed with NEMA AES Nile Power 76 February, 2001 Btjagali Project Transmission System Appendix H - is to make UEB (or AESNP) totally responsible for the wayleave, including its policing, such that they should be given statute power to evict squatters who attempt to resettle under the lines, once the system is constructed. Changes to the law should be introduced to make this move feasible. EMR Issues 8. This issue is becoming more widely discussed in Uganda and has been an area of interest for Dr A for some time. He has information from colleagues in Sweden (he undertook to supply details) and he indicated that there is a careful need for the use of scientific data to develop an informed position, as far as formulating a Ugandan positiori on the topic. I-le agreed that one should not use 'scaremonger' tactics, indicating that the approach adopted by Robert Wabunoha tends to be based on legalistic jargon. Decisions must be based on scientifically accurate and up-to-date information and research. He suggested that the data used so far was from 1995-96 and as such was not the most relevant. Dr A and RIC undertook to stay in touch regarding emr data, notably through the Ugandan's discussion period on emr. 9. There was debate about ICNIRP acute exposure levels for emr emissions, with the acknowledgment that there are no applicable chronic exposure levels. Decisions need to be reached about the distance from transmission lines that will be 'safe' in terms of minimising risk to the general public. 10. Dr A also agreed that there would need to be a very careful education/consultation programme during the construction of the line, so that local residents could understand the implications of the system, without being scared by it. 11. Dr A was fully aware of the 5 year WHO study commenced in 1996, to investigate the health implications of emr on members of the public. Other Health Issues 12. Dr A agreed that problems arise from people living under existing lines and that there was an inherent hazard in such habits, hence the need to fully enforce the wayleave requirements. He also agreed that increased access, whilst being welcomed by local communities, brought the inherent problem of uncontrolled speed, notably matatus and lorries. Training of the construction staff would be necessary, together with speed control measures, e.g. speed humps. Conclusions 13. In principle, Dr Agaba agreed with the approach that WSAI is adopting in route alignment selection. He reiterated that there would be a great need for education and information dispersal regarding issues of emr and the general public. AES Nile Powver 77 February, 2001 Bujagali Project Transmission System 4Appendix H Notes of a Meeting with Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Purpose of Meeting: To discuss issues relating to routing of the transmission lines ;tnd potential effects of electro-magnetic radiation (emr) Location: Min. of G, L and SD, Labour HQ Date: 20/01/99, 16.00 Portal Road, Kampala Present: Dr David Ogaram Commissioner for Labour Ric Collinson WSAI Distribution: IKM, JA, BGO, PO'N (AES), CK, File I . Dr Ogaram is a toxicologist by training, with 20 years experience in occupatioilal hygiene. More significantly, he has been involved in EIA for the last 8 years and was responsible for establishing NEMA and preparing their Guidelines for EIA. He is the Chairman of the Technical Committee for Standards for Uganda, which promulgates all environmental standards and will therefore be heavily involved with any decisions that are made regarding emr issues in the country. Bujagali EIA 2. RIC outlined the work that has been undertaken on the EIA, and the fact that the draft EIA was being sent out. DO would like a copy and indicated that he will be involved in any public hearing on the project, which he felt would be inevitable. Scoping Report 3. RIC gave a resume of the approach to the transmission line EIA and the conclusions that had been reached during the Scoping Study, with respect to the routing of the line parallel to the northern Mabira Forest alignment. Mention was made of the additional sub-station at Kawanda and comparison of the UEB and WSAI routes. 4. RIC indicated that the WSAI alignment had been chosen for a number of reasons, not least the major attempt to avoid major settlements., thus reducing the need to resettle, disrupt and compensate residents. The secondary effect of this policy was to reduce the number of people exposed to emr, an issue that is becoming of concern to Ugandan authorities. Note was also made of the avoidance of the antiquities/Martvrs shrines in the vicinity of Namugongo. 5. The location of the route in valley floors is a major feature, most of these being wetland areas where settlement is usually limited. Although construction costs nmay be greater, there is less likelihood of resettlement of property and cultivation. D1)O approved of the approach adopted by WSAI, for all the reasons given. AES Alile Power 78 Februagy, 20,01 Bzpagali Project Transmission Svstern Appendix H Transmission Line Routing 6. DO understood the rationale of UEB regarding line security, but indicated that damage to the 132 kV line that has occurred in the Mabira Forest area, was in fact due to guerrilla activity, not local vandalism. 7. Wayleave issues were discussed including width, gazetting and ownership/responsibility. UEB does not have the empowerment to move those who squat/settle underneath transmission lines, this being the responsibility of Kampala City Council in the Kampala area. DO was fully aware that the council does not enforce the rules, often due to corruption - his words. 8. DO agreed with comments form Dr Agaba (Min of Health) - and it appears to have been initially discussed with NEMA - that UEB (or AESNP) is made totally responsible for the wayleave, including its policing. They should be given statute power to evict squatters who attempt to resettle under the lines, once the system is constructed. EMR Issues 9. DO indicated that he supported the need for careful consideration of emr issues and that one should not 'scaremonger'. Careful use needs to be made of the available scientific literature and DO requested information from the WSAI database if it is available. RIC undertook to stay in touch with DO through the Ugandan's discussion period on emr. . 10. DO acknowledged that problems have arisen as a result of squatters settling under the existing transmission lines, and that there was an inherent risk from carrying out construction activity and other measures under the lines. However, he appeared to be adopting 'the polluter pays' principle, such that UEB should take responsibility for those under the line and that they should perhaps resettle them, even though the squatters are at fault. This is the same attitude as expressed but Robert Wabunoha of NEMA and requires to be monitored, to ensure that UEB's position, and perhaps that of AESNP, is not compromised in the future. Worker and other Public Health Issues - Relevant Legislation 11. With respect to worker health and safety, DO referred to the Factories Act 1964 as the main relevant statute, covering all aspect of H&S, including noise, working hours etc. The Act is rather dated an is in the process of being redrafted. DO undertook to forward a copy to RIC; KC should follow up with DO, if said copy is not received in the near future. 12. In addition, reference was should be made to the Housing Rules, as part of the Public Health Act. 13. DO did not refer to any legislation relevant for road related safety issues. He agreed, however, that increased access, whilst being welcomed by local communities, brought the inherent problem of uncontrolled speed, notably matatus and lorries. Training of the construction staff would be necessary, together with speed control measures, eg. speed humps. AESNile Power 79 February, 2001 Bujagali Pr-oject Transmission System Appenzdix H PCD Phase 3 The table below lists those consulted to date by AESNP with respect to the Bujagali transmission system. It also includes the date and type of consultation, and the key issues discussed. AES Nile Power 80 February, 2001 7?rade of EIA SB conlductc(l bv WS Atkins in 1999 AESMNlePower 91 Feliniml-, 20061 _/itjagali Pr-a/ecf Tiawiixmisxiuon Si-stemn __A - _ppendix fI Mbaawvo village, lNIlUulldwe VilLilge along T-lici r-oLItc 20/()2/00 Sensitisationl andc conlsultationl of LC' 3 andl upgralde of EIA SB conduLctedl by W.S Atkinis itn 1999 Kitilmulli vii:lage Villalge alilig T--inle lOlte 2()102'00 SCllimfisationi and1b conlsultaltionl of IL( 3 anld upgiadle of' EIA FNI conidtictedi by WS Atkiiis in 1999 A 1S Nile Power 9I2 Pchruarv, 2001 * * r~~~~~ I APPENDIX I SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FROM THE BUJAGALI ENGINEERING, PROCUREMENT AND CONSTRUCTION (EPC) CONTRACTOR CONTAINS APPENDICES 1.1 - 1.6 APPENDIX 1.1 SKANSKA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY Skanska.xcom Page 1 of I 5KNqSK.A - Environment Policy Avvards for us~e a concrete 5Beacon Skanska Skanska sponsor Skanska.corn ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~district 0 Environment - conIstruct new Kr Introduction - EOiviron etita t Poticy business centers Policy Our vision is that Skanska shall become the world's leading Projects P company in construction-related services and in project and Contact the Vice P Environmental report real estate development. This requires, among other things, Environmental Aft, that all of us take environmental issues seriously. Do you have any qr Environ. management Skanska's environn Environmental links What we do today affects the environment of both current and future Axel Wenblad, Skar generations. Caring about people and the environment must therefore President Environm Contact permeate all Df our work. This responsibility rests with all of us. Our GZF n UE_-TION envirornmental awareness will help us prevent and minimize adverse environmental impact and improve our opcrations, thereby generating new business opportunities. We must be open-minded in our dialogue with others. What do you think In order to be successful, we need knowledge and commitment. environmental woi We shall always follow these principles in our work at Skanska: Your views on our e Think ahead about how your work will affect the environment. communication are Ask questions and obtain help if you are unsure. Use common sense. Be cautious and avoid materials or methods if you cannot properly assess D T I their environmental risks. Bear in mind that there are circumstances where, due to environmental risks, we should not participate. Choose or propose environmentally better alternatives when this makes sense. Conserve natural resources. Every operative unit must build up an environmental management system and set its own environmental goals in order for our environmental policy to yield results in our daily work. Legislation and the environmental demands of our clients provide a foundation for our environmental ambition. Beyond this, we shall endeavor to make continuous improvements. All operations shall have environmental management systems in place no later than December 31, 1999 and be certified no later than December 31, 2000. By letting responsibility for the environment and the future permeate our day-to-day work, we will gain the confidence and respect of others. 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' '; '. ',; 1 -.:. ' ' l': f ,-~ ~~~~~i' - -I'~~ I; n -- , . ' Kr:-l ! 1,t , ., , - ; I;' tit-*4kt %1 (:= ||1 :~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ - I I . I~~~~~~~~~~~~~~C-~ ' .Y Y4 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ -Ad ~ .~~~~~Iq APPENDIX 1.3 DRAFT PROJECT PLAN SKANSKA BUJAGAL HYDROPOWER PROJECT, UGANDA Civil Works PROJ 3 No: Draft ____ No. Date Note Prepared Dept. Manager Project Manager by: Revision Approved by: 0 SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN TABLE OF CONTENT I PROJECT OVERVIEW ..................... 3 .................................3..... 3 I.I GENERAL INFORMATION ..................... 3 1.2 PROJECTDESCRIPTION ..................... 3 1.2.1 Introduction ..... . ,, , ,,, 1.2.2 Scope .--------- __ , , ,. , ............ --- --------- 3 1.2.3 Location. .....................,., ............................ ..., 3 1.2.4 Employerl Owner . .................. ...4............................................. ........................ 4 1.2.5 Engineer ...........4........ .. ................4....... . ........... . .. . . . 4 1.2.6 Duration, size and methods ...................4........ .. . ............. .. ......... . 4 1.3 GOALS ..... ........................ ....... 4 1.4 FEEDBACK OF EXPERIENCE ............................................................................ 5 1.5 AUDITS ............................ ..;.. ....; 5 2 ORGANISATION ............................. ... ........--6. 2.1 CUSTOMERS / OWNERS AND ENI E PESATION .. .... V ............ 6 2.1.1 Employers/OwnersP rg s .................................... ..;...;) 6 2.1.2 Engineers Project .. . ... . 6 2.2 SKANSKA S ORGANIN - * ... . . . . 6 2.2.1 Project Or 6. ..... . - ......- .. ...................6 2.2.2 H o e ........... ........................ ...>s2... .......... I............. .......... 6 2.3 SUB- CON ERIAL SUPPLIER TS PROJECT ORGCANISATIONS. 6 2.3.1 Sub- n sProject or .is ................................ .......................... 6 2.3.2 Materia piersProject o /...................................................................7 2.3.3 Consultants Project o .................................. . ..... 7 2.4 CONTACTS WITH LOCAL AUT . 7 3 DESIGN PREP .... .................... ------- 8 . . 3.1 START-UP MEETIN F IGN PREPARATIONS. 8 3.2 DESIGN REQUIREME .. 8 3.3 TIME PLANNINGG.9 3.4 FINANCESS.9 3.5 PROCUREMENT OF CONSULTANTS..9 4 CONTROL OF DESIGN .16............... 4.1 MEETI1NGS FOR DESIGN ........................... 10 4.2 TIME CO NTROLS1 ...................................................... 4.3 FINANCIAL S ....................................................... 10 4.4 DESIGN CO-ORDINATIONS..10................................................... 10 4.5 CONTROLS OF QUALITY, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT ...................... 1 0 4.5.1 Project plans by design engineers . ...................... ............... _ .. ...... ............... 10 4.5.2 Resulifrom Design ................................ ......................O......... ............................. .................. i 0 4.5.3 Handling of non-conformance and corrective action. 0 4.5.4 Questions and Answers .11 4.6 DOCUMENT CONTROLS ..11 4.7 ADMINISTRATIVE ROUTINES ..11 4.8.1 VALIDATION OF DESIGN ............................................................ ...................... . .............. 11 BUJAGALI HPP Page I of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/00 SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 5. PRODUCTION PHASE PREPARATIONS ..................................... 12 5.1 MEETINGS PRODUCTION PREPARATIONS . . . ........................... 12 5.2 PROJECT REVIEW WITH THE ENGINEER . . . .... ,. . . .. 12 5.3 TIMEANDRRE SOURCES ., .. ...... .... . ................,,,,,,........................ 12 5.4 FINANCE,,,......... 12 5.5 PROCUREMNT .....12 5.5.1 Meetings for procurement .. .......................2 , .......... 2 5.5.2 Plans . .;.. 12 5.5.3 Execution of purchase , ..... . . . . . .13 5.5.4 Communication ofpurchase , , ,.. . ....!9 .. , 13 5.6 QUALITY, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING ENVIRO .....) . . ,.... 13 5.6.1 Critical tasks - Risk inventory .14.. ....................... -- --------- .... 14 5.6.2 Handling of chemical /hazardous su t... . ... . ....... 14 5.6.3 Handling of refuse and leftovers.......!... , ,.........-.14 5.6.4 Safety and Security.. - - - -- . ......S .........). .. 15 5.6.5 Control program 1......... 5.. .. < ....... ... ............................... 15 5.6.6 The Customers/ Ow , o ronment plan ...... . .............................. .... 15 5.7 COMMUNICATION AND ................................/.... 15 5.8 DOCUMENT MANAC ............................\. .........) 16 5.8.1 Controll---- -- -- --- ..................o.... ....6............. ---I .. .. 16 5.8.2 Repoq ...........o.... ........ ............ . ,,,.,.,I,, ..,,.,.. 16 5,8.3 Han and outgoing ........................................... .................... ... . . . 16 5.8.4 Docum .ng ................. .. 16 6. PRODUCTION PHASE CONIN$I. .17 6.1 START-UP MEETINGS, PR VCT NDFOLLOW-VUP MEETINGS .. 1 7 6.2 PLANNING & .LS..7...................... V 17 6.3 FINANCIAL CON.R\>+\->........................ ..........................7 ............. .... ... . 17 6.4 CONTROL OF SUBC.R.TORS. 1 7 6.5 LoGiSTICS AND PROC....REMENT..1................ 8...... ...... ... ........ ........................ 18 6.6 CONTROLS OF QUALITY, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT . .18 6.6.1 Taskpreparation ............ , 18 6.6.2 Control and testing ............ , 18 6.6.3 Working environment and environmental inspections .18 6.6.4 Handling of Non-Conformities, corrective and preventive actions .19 6.6.5 Progress Review Follow-up .................. , , , , , 19 6.6.6 Controls, measurement and test equipment .20 6.7 COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ..20 6.8 INTERNAL MEETINGS..20 6.9 EXTERNAL MEETINGS..21 7. HANDING OVER .............. ................................................................................................. 22 7.1 MEETINGS FOR HANDING OVER ..22 7.2 FINAL CONTROL AND TESTING ..22 7.3 DOCUMENTATIONN.22 7.4 INSPECTIONS..22 7.5 CLOSE WORKPLACE..22 7.5.1 Internalfinal meeting .22 7.5.2 Final meeting with employer/ owner .22 7.5.3 Records/Documentation .22 8. GUARANTEE PERIOD.22 .9. LIST OF APPENDIX.23 BUJAGALI HPP Page 2 of 23 DoC xx rev "draft" xx/xxOO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN I PROJECT OV ERVIEW 1.1 General information The Project Plan controls this project with regard to time, finances, quality, security, environment and working environment/ health. The project plan is a unique application of the working methods that are described in the management system, "Our Way Of Working", of Skanska International Civil Engineering AB and ther9fo it constitutes the management system of this project. The Project applies the followin(\e co Skanska' Environmental Policy o oi Skanska Sweden's Policy for Quality, E and Working nrnent o Skanska's Language Policy v\ \Snment Li Skanska's Drug Abuse Policy ci Skanska's Communication o\ Each policy is availab et Manager 0 Refer to Appen w of Managem 1.2 Project decEton < X 1.2. Introduction 1.2.2 Scope The Project consists of t construction of Li Dam, including coffer dams and quarry o Switchyard with main Control Building. O Temporary site and roads o Repair and maintenance of existing roads 1.2.3 Location Project site is located north of Jinja, x km downstream on River Nile., approx. x kms distance from Kampala. BUJAGALI HPP Page 3 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xxJxx/OO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 1.2.4 Employer/ Owner AESNP x x Fax: Project Office x x x Phone: Fax: 1.2.5 Engineer 0 Joint Venture Bujagali HP x x x Phone: Fax: E-mail: 1.2.6 Duration, size methods Mobilisation commenced xx 2000, and planned completion is the end of XX 2004, ie. A contract period of 48? months. For Size, see 1.2.2 Conventional methods for concreting and road construction will be adopted. 1.3 Goals Deliver high quality infrastructure within given time and budget, in accordance with requirements and with minimum negative impact on environment and safety. The Management sets long-term goals taking into consideration Skanska Civils Document of Objectives 2000 goals and the developers ambitions. To attain these goals short-term targets have been defined. The long-tern goals and targets for the project are specified in Appendix Goals and Targets. Short-tern goals and target will be discussed and documented at the Management Meetings. BUJAGALI HPP Page 4 of 23 Doe xx rev "draft" xx/xx/00 SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 1.4 Feedback of experience Experience gained during the construction of various projects such as the Kotm ale Hydropower Project and the Uri Hydropower Project in Kashmir-India and numerous oth-ler hydropower projects from around the world, has been utilized in the planning and preparation of the Bujagali Hydropower Project. Feedback and experience will be gained that will benefit the completion of the project. The person responsible for collecting, evaluating and documenting this data is the Technical Manager. A feedback will be forwarded to the Head of Tec h $tic at Head Office if required. 1.5 Audits Audits by internal auditors ar 4 th a frequen o?hEum 6 months. Intenial auditors must fulfil the r of Skansk both Quality Assurance- and Environmental Auditin External audits Project review with the Engineer is conducted and iqt?% eting are taken. 5.3 Time and resources The following plans are being crea oW to gui1de t l regard to time, resources and costs: Plan -R- Kesponsiblc-.-' Aproved b Remark Overall Project Schedutge \e >M anager anager Can be located in (Time Schedule) Technical Dept. Payment Plan chnical Manage roject Manager Can be located in Technical Dept. Procurement/ Plant L er Project Manager Can be located in Purchase Plan Plant & Log. Dept. Material Supply Plan Sup int Production Manager Can be located in Production Dept Plant and tW i1on Manager Project Manager Confinred by Constr.Equipment Plan \plant & Logistics Manager Area Manager Labour chart '-Dept. Managers Project Manager Can be located in (Manning Chart) Admin. Dept. Site establishment Plans Production Manager Project Mainager Can be located in Technical Dept. Project Budget Technical Manager Project Manager Confirmed by Area Manager 5.4 Finance See 5.3 above. 5.5 Procurement 5.5.1 Meetings for procurement Meetings for Procurement shall confirm to set plans for procurement / purchase. 5.5.2 Plans See 5.3 above. 0 BIJJAGALI HPP Page 12 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/OO SKANSKA _ PROJECT PLAN 5.5.3 Execution of purchase See Logistic Manual at Plant & Logistic Managerk Office. 5.5.4 Communication of purchase The initial step for comrnunicating details of purchasing for a Department to the Purchasing Section shall follow the following steps. 1. Complete a Purchase Request forn, with item d n d account details. 2. Purchase Request to be approved by Departler. 3. Forward Purchase Request to Purchasin 4. Purchasing Section issues a Direction 5. Project Manager to approved the urchase. 6. Purchase request to be forwax tor with DP numb in. 7. Purchasing Section purc s per the puŽi edures outlined in the Logistic Manual For the purchase of D ances / Che to Appendix Purchase of Chemicals. 5.6 Quality, Ent andvironment (QEW) The QEW Department co-ordin EW assurance work in accordance with the followirng principles: fi,> The Heads of va ients will have the total responsibility for the QEW Assurance work l ir respective fields of operation. (The QEW Department will not relieve anyone o is liability in this respect.) > The Departments are responsible for performing all Quality Inspections and Tests within their own Organisations. > It is the responsibility of each Department to ensure that adequate resources are available to conduct QEW assurance works in accordance with contractual requirements. The QEWActivities to be carried ou by the QEWDepartment are: > Prepare and Update the Project Plan. > To co-ordinate and advise on the Quality Systems consisting of required Work Procedures, Method Statements, Control Plans Work Instructions, Inspections and Testing to ensure that the works are in compliance with the requirements of the contract. > Make sure that all requirements stated in the contract with the developer is adressed within this Project Plan > To carry out system reviews and inspections to ensure that the performance is in accordance with the Control Plans, this includes physical monitoring to ensure compliance with given requirements, in particular requirements stated in Appendix R in the contract. > To take part in evaluation of suppliers and the follow-up that delivered material has been tested and complies with the relevant specifications. - To collect, scrutinise and file the final QEW Records. > To participate in informing, training and motivating the employees. > To assist and advice the various Departments with respect to QEW and interpretation of specifications etc. BUJAGALI HPP Page 13 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/00 SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN To analyse the results of Audit reviews and inspections in order to reflect trends highlight potential problem areas and suggest remedial measures. 5.6.1 Critical tasks - Risk inventorv Critical tasks are those tasks, designs, installations, building segments and external factors that are new, critical from an experience point of view or especiply complicated, and that may have a significant influence on time, finances, securitt ,ality, environment or working environment. The critical tasks/elements identified ppendix Risk Analysis. All critical tasks that are considered to have , e ificant ir on any of the above mentioned are taken into consideratioz ; hective Conris and/or Method Statements, refer to Appcndix Metho * s for vital ac The respective Departments Statements itting to the Engineer and circulating to the respons es the respo Technical Manager. Environmental er with app nmironmental impact assessment (EIA, appendix R in thn ,identifies an ossible impact. These, are parts of the risk assessment and lis quirements. The Management can decide i9ptsl; Analysis due to former unknown task or major material delivery. 5.6.2 Handling of azardous substances For all chemical products and hazardous substances such as oils, solutions, grease, paint, etc of substantial volume, a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be acquired and kept available at site for information. Prior to purchase the content of the product must be checked against Skanska~ list of prohibited substances see Appendix Skanska List of Banned Substances. The person responsible for obtaining MSDS and checking against Skanska' list is the person purchasing the product. The MSDS shall be forwarded to the QEW Department for approval prior to purchasing the chemical. Consider wearing protective equipment according to information on MSDS. Refer to Appendix Handling of Dangerous Substances. All chemical products and other hazardous substances must be stored with an impermeable layer beneath, i.e. concrete (not asphalt) and the contents marked clearly on the outside of the container. All spillage must be avoided as far as possible, if spill of oil is unavoidable, try to prevent migration by constructing a bunding around the area or by covering the ground with a couple of decimetres of sand, as this will retain the oil and stop it from coming into contact with ground water. 5.6.3 Handling of refuse and leftovers The following activities will be performed regarding handling of refuse and leftovers _ Activity- Responsible for Action Remarks Organise handling of refuse Personnel Manager Waste Management Program and leftovers (Septic disposal, Containers, SEO Refuse disposal Company) Pickup - Plant & Logistic Dept. BUJAGALI HPP Page 14 of 23 Doe xx rev "draft" xx,xxlOO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN Waste separation Program (Shops, Offices, Initiated by SEO & Personnel Manager, and If local system can facilitate Program Camps, Canteens, Workshop etc.) Implementation and Action by respective Departments Check permits and Documents for transport Plant & Logistics Manager SEO Manager to review and receiving of hazardous matenal Stores Superintendent 5.6.4 Safety and Security Plan I Check list Resonsible Remark:; Check-list for accident, environmental SEO Manager Sec p dix Accident check list or health Safety Equipment List (PPE) SEO Manager du d >Appendix Health &Safety Plan Emergency and Security plans Security Manad_\\ c s security, and Evacuation Plan Refer to Appendix Security Plan. 5.6.5 Control program The control program pro i rview of the c ting that will take place durin-g the project. A Risk ar ss rs conne e project. When controls of risks are considered n controls are Control Plans. Controls required due to contract, laws> 9l> or other optid in the Control Plans. The controls to be brmed shall dd in control plans refer to Appendix Control Plan. 5.6.6 The Custome rs king environment plan See Appendix R in c 5.7 Communication and information Meeting, training material and bulletin boards shall relay communications. Workplace infornation relative to the employees will be posted in suitable locations on notice boards and in inter office memos. Project- and site-specific training/ informnation is provided if a need is realised. The training shall include the environmental, working environment and security awareness. See Appendix Training Program. The respective Departments shall maintain documentation of all training carried out within their department and a copy given to the QEW Department for filing. The following documents are created over and above general rules for order and safety and fir communication and information internally and externally. Work-site informnation: Handling of chemical products and waste ( see 5.6.2) SEO Evacuation and Security plan Security Manager Environmental, Working environment, SEO drug abuse and other information (see 1.1 ) BUJAGALI HPP Page 15 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/OO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN Information for local authorities and Administration Manager People livinig near the work site 5.8 Document management 5.8.1 Controlling documents Refer to Appendix Project Requirements. 5.8.2 Reporting documents Document Resonsibility Monthl ro ress Report (% c alManager Monthly Statements inical ManageX\<\ Interim Pavment Certificate echnical Statement of performance Technical n Minutes from meetings Respe ers Documentation of quantities\2o aager Production Diaries \\\\ g 2Ycion Manager Procurement doe«b \\ S < A,\ ant & Logistics ManagCT Design documenL's<,\> ;) M\~, \ > echnical Manager Additional work \. Critical tasks are identified in the Appendix Risk Analysis (note that App R in contract is a part of Risk Analysis) 6.6.2 Control and testing The scope and type of control and testing which are listed in the control plans will be documented in procedures such as checklists, Inspection reports, etc. Refer to Appendix Control Plan. In the appendix it is indicated what induces the control. The contractual requirements of control are incorporated in the procedures. Machinery, vehicles and other tools that fall under rules and regulations of inspection and/or demand permits by local authorities should be inspected and approved prior to use. The person responsible is the workshop Superintendent. Follow-up of external controls and tests might, if considered necessary, be specified in a specific program. 6.6.3 Working environment and environmental inspections Working environment (refer to Appendix H&S Plan) and environmental inspections (refer to Appendix Monthly Environmental Inspection List) are performed according to a checklist with a frequency of 1/month according to Control Plan. The person responsible is SEO. BUJAGALI HPP Page 18 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/OO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 6.6.4 Ilandling of Non-Conformities, corrective and preventive actions A non-conformity is defined as something not in compliance with quality standard, specification or measuring requirements, or as deviations from specified procedures or wa) of working within production, environment, security, working environment' health or safety. External points of view, complaints or credit, are treated the ame way as non- conformities. Two major categories of non-conformance are defini u Non-conformance with external conse ons whcr tconsequences might be that the process or product does n tractual requi, S. O Non-conformance with intemal viat sequences do not affect the contractual requir poess or pro does not meet inten-ial requirements. 3 principally diffren -confo rmance ci Non-conforiŹa'\ed due to mi '@\lessness, negligence, disorder, choice of wrong method"'&chinery or Li Non-conformance caused nccidents, cataclysms or similar incidents ci Non-conformance from nn% tsystem; MS or similar Each employee repor m nances or disturbances that might lead to non-conformance discovered during the < a Non Conformances Report (NCR). The person responsible for initiating/ writing the NC. is the Supervisor within the respective department/Section. NCR'S are reported to the the QEW Department for numbering & action. Non-conformance always results in remedial actions. Non-conformance might result in preventive actions if necessary. Results of remedial and preventive actions are discussed during Management Meetings and documented in the minutes. The preventive action or corrective action shall be noted on the NCR. The Project Manager shall approve the NCR. The Project Manager shall decide what NCRs shall be reported to the person responsible for Head of Skanska ICE Management system. Any NCR arising from an audit on Skanska Bujagali HPP shall be copied to the Co-ordinator at home office for information and assistance if required. Non Conforming report shall be logged & filed with the QEW Department. Refer to Appendix Non Conforming Report 6.6.5 Progress Review Follow-up Questions about the production and suggestions for changes are documented in our Progress Meetings with the Engineer. The person responsible for asking questions and compiling answers is the Production Manager in the form of a Site Question. BUJAGALI HPP Page 19 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/OO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 6.6.6 Controls, measurement and test equipment Surveying, testing and sampling equipment is controlled and calibrated according to Control Plan. 6.7 Communications and information Activity Responsible Remark.- - Contacts with local authorities Project Manacr < People living near the work site Personnel X pir\\ QA Plan, Environmental Plan, Health SEO To Engineer & Safety Plan & Inspection Reports Media r ger - Generally it's an open attitude ds a and the pub 4c4\ r to control safety and avoid disturbances in produ 1mal persoie nirmtted to enter the work site, without prior permiss he managem ludes media personnel. All communication shal as per Sk m unication policy (Totality & Proximity). 6.8 Internalm gs Internal flow of information is nng meetings. The following meetin sw he nd minuted during the project: , _ Meetings > 7 --: - - - - Responsible - - . -:Interval Remark-. Management meeting Project Manager Monthly All Department Heads See separate agenda QEW Dept. meetings SEO Monthly Plant & Logistic Dept. P & L Manager Monthly meeting Admin. Dept. meetings Admin Manager Monthly Technical Dept. meetings Technical Manager Monthly Production Dept. meetings Production Manager Bi-weekly Subcontractor Production Manager Bi-weekly Progress Meeting Subcontractor Meeting Technical Manager / Ad-Hoc QS Joint Venture Meeting Area Manager Quartly Information meeting Project Manager 1/ 3 months All Expateriate Employees The following agenda will be used when compiling minutes of Internal meetings. BUJAGALI HPP Page 20 of 23 Doe xx rev "draft" xx/xx/00 SKANSICA PROJECT PLAN Management Meeting All Other meeting mention above: 1. Commnents on Previous Meeting 1. Comrents on Previous Meeting 2 Planning & Progress of Work 2. Planning & Progress of Work 3 Personnel 3. Personnel 4. Administration 4. Technical Design 5. Technical Design 5. Contractural Issues 6. Contractural Issues 6 Plant 6. Plant & Logistics 7. Logistics 8. I'urchasing 8. Purchasing 9. Subcontractors 9. SubcontRact',r>\\S, IO. QEW Issues 10. QEIguLXWW`,3 ,, I 1 NCR I11 qt"s2>i\\4 12. Goals & Targets \ \)\ ,< \\> 13. Audit Results \ \/g \\X> 14. Security \ \, < I S. Other Issues During Managem e goals and tar iewed. Each target is set with a timne limit and person > . If appropria ecessary new goals and targets are set. 6.9 External Meetings Meetings with Engineer Convenor. Interval- Remark Progress Meeting \< ngineer/ Project Manager. 1/month Safety Meeting v Engineer SO 1/ month. BUJA GALI HPP Page 21 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xx/OO S1ANS1A PROJECT PLAN 7. HANDING OVER 7.1 Meetings for Handing over Prior to the first section of the works being handed over, a start-up meeting is held to determine the formalities related to the taking over procedures, and identify the specific technical requirements to be fulfilled prior to take-over. Minutes of the meeting are taken, for the approval of t i ants. 7.2 Final control and testing 7.3 Documentation (C> The final documentatio , thWorks is tII 4ss6ility of the Technical Manager, however each D onsible for c d filing the handover documents throughout the Pr nsame, shall consist of: o Quality recr< (RQ o As-built dalNaS c Operation and Mainterance ding permanent installations) 7.4 Inspections On completion of the s, or part/section of the Works, a final inspection is carried out and a written report is prepared. This is the responsibility of the Production Manager in collaboration with the Quality Assurance and Environment Manager and the Technical Manager. Contacts with the Client / Engineer is the responsibility of the Technical Manager, in collaboration with the respective Manager. When the Works, or part/section of the Works, is ready for take-over, the Employer and the Engineer are notified. 7.5 Close Workplace 7.5.1 Internal final meeting Intemal final meeting is callable by Project Manager. 7.5.2 Final meeting with employer/ owner Final meeting with the customer is conducted according contractual requirements 7.5.3 Records/ Documentation Refer to 7.3. 8. GUARANTEE PERIOD Guarantee period is in the contract set to X years. BUJAGALI HPP Page 22 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xxlxx/OO SKANSKA PROJECT PLAN 9. LIST OF APPENDIX No. Appendix Status I Goals and Targets 2 Auditing plan 3 Employers project organisation 4 Engineers project organisation 5 Skanska's project organisation 6 Skanska's home organisatiog 7 Sub-contractors organi a 15 8M ska List of 8,ibWt4~ances 16 Accident cho-s,t~\\Z' 17 Security P,an\\\V'> To be prepared_ 1 8 Co,m o Ongoing 19 He Cety Plan 20 Non tnformance Report 21 Overview of Management System 22 Training Program 23 Monthly Environmental Inspection List 24 Handling of Dangerous Substances 25 Environrnental Information Package to Suppliers / Subcontractors. 26 Environmental Reporting Documents 27 Document Control 28 Purchasing of Chemicals 29 General Procedures ------END OF PLAN ------ BUJAGALI HPP Page 23 of 23 Doc xx rev "draft" xx/xxIO0 Please find attached some examples of Appendices for information. SKANSKA SKANSKA Bujagali HPP Project Plan Appendix 100 - 1.3 Goals and Targets The Project Management sets goals and targets sn sible to reconcile and when found necessary, set new targets at Management Goals and Targets are set within th 1 as: o Time o Finance o Technical S o Workin o Enviro o Securit • Health Goals and Tar2ets: The following Goals and Targets for the Project were set during Management meeting No. X: Safety To be defined Environment To be defined Finance : To be defined SKANSIKA EXAMPLE HPP SHORT TERM GOALS & TARGETS & ACTIONS Listed below are some short termn targets with proposed action, it' the project managementli choice to use these targets to achieve the project overall goals, or add other targets. These targets and action shall be discussed at the Management meeting. Economy/ Finance Target - Action Ref. Document Resp. Time Period Completed ' 3% under budget > Actions cost control > Minimise value in storage P Check storage value Personnel Pargonnclt Actionu f :000: 0;; jif Q S 0 Ck 0 i:: Ref. Document Resp. Time Period Completed > Avoid substance abuse > Inforrnmai gbuse <4 \ ska' substance > Increase quality of sparetime for expatriates > Spon sh n golf clubs < 6 abuse policy > Provide quality facilities for local staff tr fl 1 a< galitt,,ers accessible dur ne increasing corn ft1I>Mth tive programs ovide potable a k JWA tJp to March It"' 000225 > Mosquito rot V > Dust free ___ Quality . G \ _'\ Target 'Action Ref.Document Resp, Time Period Completed > Work according to established routines and \ \)eck control plans control plans Complete 9 risk assessments & control plan JWA lJp to March I1I' 000308 with Production Sk Information concerning project plan .___________ _ > > Update site round checklists C:\Henrik\Dokument\402-Civil\Uganda\Short Tern Targets draft.doc 00-10-19 Page 1 of 3 * * is SKAN SKA EXAMPLE HPP Health & Safety Target . : ' . - ' "fl < - ' Action- - Ref. Document Resp. Time Period Completed > 0 lethal accidents during project O Secure that everybody is using hard hats * I-ealth & ? Increase awareness of Working > Control/ check abuse of alcohol Safety Plan Environment issues > Control/ check roadmarks > Avoid traffic accidents > Increase/ change roadmarks > Install falling rock signs along access tunnel JWA 000311 000224 roadway > Install speed control sign at switchyard area JWA 000311 000224 > Control/ check arrangements to avoid fall > Increase/ change arrangements to avoi accidents > Buy reflective clothing/ vest s orel > Secure roadmarks durin}rk arrangements > Avoid vehicle tr veio'g4is ances > Fire Fighting ih \ JWA 000930 > Control! c t iuipment () > Increa id arrangements > C e Fighting Equip @k \ >/W+a e(\cltge Fire Fighting a\ S ,courses! Trainii el c need for First > Pe orm First Aid T a JWA 000930 > Minimise drivi'hours > Identify layt o inguishers in workkshops JWA 000631 000620 > lad a oye JWA 000831 Technical Target Action ---_-_:.-:::_-__._.Resp Time Period Completed > Apply well functioning and sustainable > Method of Statemnent solutions and methods of working C:\.Henrik\Dokunent\402-Civil\Uganda\Short Term Targets draft.doc 00-10-19 Page 2 of 3 SKANsSKA SKANSKA EXAMPLE HPP Environmental TargXet02 ;: g -;: . X fAction R^0.E 0 00 .1 0 tf ~ :0a<00 : 0 0 I :; f 0 f : ;00000:: Kef. Document Resp. Time Period Conipletedd > Respect and fulfil the legal demands and > Monitor or rivers for pollution * Water regulations conceming the environmental ' Apply suitable sediment treatmnent facilities Monitoring aspects of the contract activities and Sri > lurfng or planting trees Plait Lankan Laws. > Washing bay at switchyard workshop RAN 000430 000501 > Prevent hazardous production effluent > Oil separator at switchyard workshop RAN 000430 000501 from intruding into the waterways and tloagedling & soils. storage of fuels > Control noise & dust pollution. \ oils > Restore the affected areas, as close as practicable, to the original appearance. > Minimise negative impact on > Control putch f s, environment through avoiding hannful > Control handlin duo substances and correct handling, storage > Actions to i h n chemicals and control of chemical substances in use. > Change o > Try,S o e\rmnentally frien&+t Handling of > jiu,knnvrnnltally II cts dangerous >gSl l of absorbent ir > substances > \s0FHof alI dangerou mtwring > Minimise burden to local community > Control handii \f imlplemenit waste * Waste through correct handlinig and disposal of managemer ro Management waste > Do K unt hazardous waste Program > Minimise pollution to the air and > Cohd of hazardous waste at recipient inconvenience to local community by > Try t crease amount of hazardous waste * Environmental transport external & internal. > Try to crease amount of waste by minimising awareness IWAJLJE 000430 000501 non-recyclable package course > Environmental Awareness training for expatriate employees > Try to recycle organic waste C:\Henrik\Dokument\402-Civil\Uganda\Short Term Targets draft.doc 00-10-19 Page 3 of 3 *0 0 SKANSKA BUJAGALI HPP Prolect Frequency Department m\ Bujagali Every 6 months ICE Site Manager / Project Manager Telephone/ Telefax Auditing Cntena XX PMS; Project Plan Costumer / > Date AES NP <<\ \ 2000-xx Planne+ dit 2 Audit idit 4 ISO! Project N Plan I Policy, Aspects, Goals x x \ X 4.1, 4.2, 4.3.1, 4.3.3, 4.3.4/ X ~~~~~~~~1.1, 5.7 2. Organisation, , Authority 2.24 1.4, .3. (~~~ r-~~~~~ ~RA 3. Control of Design > X X X -/4 4. Document Contro X X X X 4.4.55.8.3, 5.8.4, 5.8 * 5. Production Control X X X X 4.4.5/ 6.1 - 6.8 6. Procurement/ Import/ Export X X X X -/ Logistic Manual 7. Communication and Education X X X X 4.4.2, 4.4.3/ 5.7, 6.6.4 8. Handing Over X X -/7.1 -7.5 9. Audits X X 4.5.4/1.5, Audit Plan 10. Emergency preparedness X X 4.4.7/5.6.1, 5.6.4, Checklist 11. QA, Non- conformrity handling X X X X 4.5.1 - 4.5.3/ 5.7.~5, 5.8.2, 6.6.4, 6.6.6 11. Feed - back, documentation of X X X X 4.5.2, 4.6, experiences ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~4.4.41 6.6.4, experiences 6.8,1.1, 1.3- . ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~1.5, 6.1 Audit Plan Approved: 0 Note : Because of the locaoion and distance involved with the Project all EMS topics will be audited durng each Audit.. 1;1 SKANSKA BUJAGALI HPP BUJAGALI CONTROLING PROJECT REQUIREMENTS External Requirements Document Responsible Stored- Contract Civil Works - Volumes I to Technical Manafer Technical Department III. . ^_ __ __ _ __ __ __ _ Uganda National Environmental Act, SEO QEW Department NEMA. Z-\ ,9\ Uganda's Department of Labour ager P onnel Department Applicable Law and codes of R ctive Manag tive Departrments Internal Renuireme s&C Document Res onsibl'| Sto-- Skanska Swe icJ'Ies for Manager/ SEO QEW Department Quality, Environnt & Workin Environmental. (\< \'W Skanska's Risk Assessme Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department Bujagali Proiect. , Skanska's Our WL ing Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department Skanska Civils Doc*ent of Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department Objectives 2000 Bujagali HPP Project Plan & General Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department Procedures Control Plan Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department Skanska list of Banned Substances. Project Manager/ SEO QEW Department To be specified..... Project RequirementsfKDE'I 0/19100 6 SKANSKA& BUJAGALI HPP LIST OF GLOBALLY BANNED CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES This list contiain' substances that violaIte SkaInska X.-B policies or applicable laws or trealies. Installingt produicts containinu these substances is prohibited within the BUJACALI Project. This cic tided InV of our SLtIbcOntractors. xx Project Mianager t i,,t 11mmkd SLbsti.ccs .31 .HI--DE 1, I- -, Cl KANSKA , ENVIROWNMIA wIDEN IST OJ SPILL OF C11+ HA5^+ MATERIALS Small quanti iters o LIMIT - Try to stop spreading (soil wall / plastic or other) o ABSORB (SAWDUST) / COLLECT Large Quantity over 5 liters U LIMIT - Try to stop spreading (soil wall/ plastic or other) O Notify QEW DEPARTMENT o Consult information in MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET O ABSORB / COLLECT!! O INJURY DUE TO CHEMICALS O GIVE FIRST AID ASSISTANCE Eye contact -----Flush with plenty of water for 1 5min Skin contact -----Wash with soap & water Inhalation ------Remove effected person to fresh air Ingestion ----Consult MSDS before action O CALL GIVEN EMERGENCY NUMBERS o CONSULT MSDS o SENT SOMEBODY TO MEET EMERGENCY SERVICES o REPORT TO SAFETY OFFICER O ANY OTHER ENVIRONEMNTAL ACCIDENTS o TRY TO LIMIT THE ENVIRONEMNTAL CONSEQUENCES o CONTACT THE QEW DEPARTMENT . Cl5KAN5SKA BUJAGALI HPP NON CONFORMAITY REPORT Inte 1 NCR no. I NCR no. (to be filled by QEW) Department/Section: Reported By: Date: Location: < X DescriptRion E){ NOn Confomitv Proposed Correctiv ial Action > \Q>> Corrective Action Section Cause of Non Conformity Preventive action to avoid repetition of non conformity Corrcective Action Approved By Project Manager: Date: Corrective Action Discussed at Management Meeting Yes D Meeting No. Date e Noo Reason why? NCR to be forwarded to Engineer Yes C1 For Information El No Fj For Approval E] NCR Approved by Engineer (if required) Name Date NCR Closed ( inform QEW Dept when work has been completed so as to close NCR) Sign Date C: \Henrik\Dokument\402-Civil\ltEanda\NCR Form draft.doc Skanska International Civil Engineering I t. . W 't OVERVIEW OF MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Internal External Project Plan ,~ - Project Plan Appendices *Health and Safety z Q ° Plan V F *Contrators e Environmuental e Management Plan d -Method /Stb Statements a C4av Z c -Inspection Specific procedures and controls 2 k Reports Control Program Method Statement Control Plans 0 E ° S I t C . .. <. .. G n~~~~~U U|t| rj- n f Goals and Targets 0 H U Targets | Actions Follow up |°0 Bujagali HPP l 5K r5K * Q S Training Requirements, Bujagali Hydropower Project FT -1 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Gne-a ~ft nviro e (I) C ~~~~~~~~~~C co ,.W ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~a C/ a) a L z ~~~~~~~4 0 , . W c c cL L cl7 c c vu0) ~ 0) Local Authorities C C ~ I- aD- E F- ~~~~~ ~0 C E ?:. E 2 co 7, 5~ , a) a) All otherrainin ctgpersonnel_ m - MMM- A r f c on i tw Records of training done are kept by the QEW Department Refer to Training / Information Content Requirements see details of course. Training Required draftJ/KDE//2000-10-19 SKANSKA BUJAGALI HPP Environmental Inspection Report No: Inspection Date: | Inspected by _ _ _ Inspection Area: Participants: SITE LOCATION CODES (1) Maintenance Workshop O) Quarry river (3) Quarry upstrea rtnal Workshop (5) Water Treatment As ea (6) Office Area (7) Saw and bendin ard 18) Switch yard (9) Batching & crushing Plant 0 haust (1]) (12) Other ITEM DESCRIPTION a LOCATION VIOLATION I OBSERVATION REMARK N Resp 1.0 AIR POLLUTION 1.1 Generators Dl Satisfactory [1 Black smoke 1.2 Earth-moving equipment < wilng low ~~~sulphur fuelC\ 1.3 Vehicles, Satisfacto locomotives, D Black s other fuel burning O Leaki I engines D NOV 1.4 Performance of fafory Control Equipment \___ ___.__ 1.5 Dust (roads, \ O Satisfactory shotcrete, cement O Site dusty etc.) D Inadequate spraying D Cement not stored correctly 0 1.6 Neighbourhood 0 Yes Complaint 0 No O Improper 2.0 WATER POLLUTION 2.1 General house- O Satisfactory Keeping 0 Oilldiesel stains on ground O Garbage scattered all over the site 0 2.2 Maintenance of O Satisfactory Settlement & Oil 0 Odours separator tanks D Oil sheenivisible grease O Turbidity D Foam O Colour O Tank full of silt O Neutralisation functioning O Not regularly emptied 0 2.3 Floor drains Ol No Contamination O Signs of pouring oil/diesel into drains O Contaminated with chemicals (e.g. oil, diesel etc.) O Blocked by debrisigarbage O Storage of chemicals nearby _ O l 2.4 Monitoring 0 Satisfactory Program D Improvement needed - specify El SKANSKA BUJAGALIHPP |rITEM |DESCRIPTION I LOCATION VIOLATION / OBSERVATION REMARK lD Dt. Resp. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE 1I~i Waste/garbage [1 Satisfactory bins 0 Insufficient quantity O Pollutants (e.g. waste chemical containers, rags, batteries etc-,) dumped in bins o Recyclable (e-g. metal) dumped garbage bins 3.2 Chemical 0 Satisfactory Disposal 0 Drumsicontainers o m Not stored iianatums n Not Sceil onthe era l O EfitHn,\+s floor/ground \ \ surface ofthe ntaersternal 5\~~~ 3\oelctivebnig2N oX N wgS arning signs o o overhead covrn O No ventilation O No emergnyeuimn O Funnels r ,>\, O] Ms> n%o psed or 3.3 Chemcal storage ma u strg qtsfactory posto, or ineffective,xbunding >[1 Drums/containers not effectively _ ~~~~~~~~~~~closed O Stored to close r o other mateyial _ No stored on concrete slab 3.4 Above groundO0 Extensive oil/diesel spillage on ground O Waste chemical on the external surface of the containers 0 No wabning signs p Ng overhead covering O Not ventilated L No emergency equipment El No maximum storage quantity posted, or quantity exceeded O No inventory ol MSoS not available 0 3.4 Above ground 0 Extensive diesel spillage on ground diesel tanks O No bundingino drip pans when pumping diesel O3 No drip buckets for dispensing hoses/pump O Integrity of tank not satisfactory O Leaking pipeslconnectors/pumps O Roof not provided O1 Located too close to storm drain inlets O Bunding damaged O Bunding discharge valve not closed SKANSKA BUJAGALI HPP ITEM DESCRIPTION LOCATION VIOLATION I OBSERVATION REMARK DM . -10 R 3-5 Oil change O No drip pans / spills ! stains! housekeeping O Oil stains on ground O Material for absorption of spills not available O Waste oil not poured into designated waste oil drums O Dirty oil filters dumped into garba Information O Satisfactory emplovees based O Employees not awar on a sample of3 Environmental Poicy \ workers been 0 Employees u are t todo in asked during the the event n enc inspection 0 1 ed 4.0 WASTE MANAGEMENT \i 4.1 Waste types \\< \ t Z Oil, BatteriesF \ D< C N/A or ot>r,atty 4.2 Storage O S containers 0 C rity not satisfactory O< gre ularly enough \ lab ng < <; en s/containers not effectively \ aste chemical on the external surface of the containers o Handling instructions not posted at dispenser O N/A or others, please specify: 4.3 House keeping 0 Satisfactory o Miscellaneous items are stored here o Improper stacking of drums O Isle too narrow or not cleared of obstacles L N/A or others, please specify: 4.5 Storage area C Satisfactory C No designated storage area O Improper floor surface (not impermeable) o Inadequatebunding volume o Inadequate ventilation 5 Directly connected to drains LI Inadequate space for handling waste containers o Not provided with a roof L Not kept clean and dry o Not secured by lock(s) O No warning signs/maximum quantity or volume O No emergency equipment O N/A or others, please specify: 4.6 Waste handling & 8 Satisfactory treatment 0 Program not being implemented O Separation Satisfactory I Separation Poor _ _ _~~~ ___ _ _ _ _ ___ _ _ _ 5.0 TRANSPORT & ROADS _ _ 5.1 Access roads 0 Satisfactory Maintenance O In need of Maintenance n Erosion SIKANNSKA BUJAGALI HPP ITEM DESCRIPTION LOCATION VIOLATION I OBSERVATION REMARK O, eDlt hRp X 5.2 Dust control O Satisfactory El Water needed El 5 3 Traffic El Satisfactory [ Speed limits not maintained El Time restrictions not maintained El Insufficient signs 6.0 Spoil Tips & Slopes 6.1 Spoil tips & e Satisfactory < El Insufficient comp9cv\ t LI I nsu fficien na )V \ \L [] Intet-figS<, 0 6.2 Slopes 7.0 Noise \0 >' ) \\\ \ [1 Satisf )\ [El In \\udnitoring PIeasp do.nf make,n mr y) We have not inherited the earth from our parents, we have borrowed it from our children ****BE ENVIRONMENTALY AWARE**** I , R~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I ,A1 1147 '~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~.~g 1 APPENDIX 1.4 SEO/EWE MANAGER'S JOB DESCRIPTION SKANSKA BUJAGALI HYDROPOWER PROJECT * JOiB DESCRIPTION | c NO EEW-OO Rev N.. 01 App. No. | -oRov-siRondate October 19. , 2000 |Pag I of I Tilk ENVIRONMENT-WORKING ENVIRONMENT MANAGER - EEW Manager Prep-red by: Project Director/Mats Checked by. EEW/PR Approved by: PD/MNL Lennberger ORGANIZATION The EEW- Manager reports to the Project Director or in his absence the designated Project Director in charge. DUTIES The EEW Manager shall carry out the following duties or delegate them to the responsible person within his department. * Administer all Environmental and Working Environmental matters for the Project in close co-operation with AES Environmental Manager. * Implement and update the Project Operation Manual, Project Plan and specially the Contractors Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). E Participate in the Environmental Review Panel (ERP) * Submit reports to AES every month on Safety and Environment. * Monitor a Working Environment (Health and Safety) Program. * Take part in evaluation of suppliers and follow up that material has been tested and complies with the relevant specifications * Organize monthly Safety meetings with AES and the Department Managers. * Liaise and report to the AESNP Environmental Manager * Liaise with Home Office regarding Project Operation Manual and Project Plan matters. * Be well conversant with Skanska's policy for Environment and Working Environment. * Be well conversant with ISO 9000 & 14000. * Document and update the adequate information gathered from concerned local authorities. * Prepare procedure for handling of chemical products and a Waste Management Plan (WMP). * Verify the list of accidents for Environmental and Health & Safety. * Monitor the Traffic Management Plan (TMP). * Prepare list of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and monitor the issuance at the site. * Organize Safety & Environmental Awareness Courses for locals as well as expatriates. * Organize Safety & Environmental Inspections. * Handle & control of Non-Conformnance Reports. * Carry out any other duties assigned to him by the Project Director. APPENDIX 1.5 SITE INSPECTION SHEET SKANSKA Monthly Environmental Inspection _ eport No: | Inspection Date: | Inspected by: Inspection Area: Participants. SITE LOCAT ION CODES (t) Maintenance Workshop (2) Adit I portal (3) Adit 2 Portal (4) Industrial Workshop (S) Surge Tank (6) Accsstunnel ponal (7)Saw aind tendig yard (8) Svitch yard (9) Bitching&cruJshing Plan (I0)Cable &Exhaust (I]) Tunnel Faces_12)C)ther TEN DESCRIPTION LOCATION VIOLATION / OBSERVATION [REMARK I DAr R.P 1.0 AIR POLLUTION 1.1 Generators O Satisfaclory O Black smoke O Leaking oil O Not using low sulphur fuel O 1.2 Earth-moving O Salisfactory eq uipment O Black smoke O Leaking oil O Not using low sulphur fuel 0 1.3 Vehicles, Li Satisfactory locomotives, D Black smoke other fuel burning L Leaking oil engines [I Not using low sulphur fuel 1.4 Performance of O Satisfacdoty Control 0 Poor Equipment 1.5 Dust (roads, O Satisfactory shotcrete, cement O Site dusty etc.) O Inadequale spraying Li Cement not stored correctly 1.6 Neighbourhood O Yes Complaint O No O Improper 2.0 WATER POLLUTION 2.1 General house- O Satisfactory Keeping O Oil/diesel slains on ground O Garbage scattered all over the site 2.2 Maintenance of O Satisfactory Settlement & Oil O Odours separator tanks O Oil sheen/visible grease O Turbidity Oi Foam O Colour O Tank full of sill U Neutralisation functioning O Not regularly emplied Oi 2.3 Floor drains O No Contamination L Signs of pouring oil/diesel into drains 3 Contaminated with chemicals (e-g oil, diesel etc.) O Blocked by debris/garbage O Storage of chemicals nearby L 2.4 Monitoring O Satisfactory - i Programn O Improvement needed - specify __ SKANSKA TEM DESCRIPTION I LOCATION I VIOATIONI OESERVATION REMARK X'' ' Rp- 3.0 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE 3.1 Waste/garbage I Satisfactory bins 0 insufficient quantity O Potlutants (e.g. waste chemical containers, rags, battenes etc.,) dumped in bins o Recyclable (e.g. metal) dumped in garbage bins 0: 3.2 Chemical 0 Satisfactory Disposal O Drums/conlainers not effeclively closed O Not stored in designated drums E Not stored on concrete slab O Extensive spillage on ilDor/ground D Wasle chemical on the extemal surface of the containers OD No labels on drums O No, or ineffective, bunding O No warning signs D No overhead covering o No ventilation o No emergency equipment EC Funnels not used l Maximum volume not posted or maximum volume exceeded EC 3.3 Chemical storage C Satisfactory •L No. or ineffective, bunding El Drums/containers not effectvely closed El Stored lo close to other material E No stored on concrete slab O Extensive oiVldiesel spillage on ground El Wasle chemical on the extemal surface of the containers E No warning signs El No overhead covering El Not ventilated 1O No emergency equipment El No maximum storage quantity posted, or quantity exceeded o No inventory E MSDS not available 3.4 Above ground O Extensive diesel spillage on ground diesel tanks 0 No bunding/no drip pans when pumping diesel o No drip buckets fo dispensing hoses/pump EC Integrity of tank not salisfactory 0 Leaking pipes/connectorsipumps O Roof not provided En Located too close to storm drain inlets O Bunding damaged _0 Bunding disciarge valve nol closed El~~~~ SKANSKA TEM DESCRIPTION LOCATION VIOLATION I OBSERVATION REMARK r r R.p 5 Oil change O No drip pans / spills I stains I housekeeping o Oil stains on ground o Material for absorption of spills not available D Waste oil not poufed into designated waste oil drums O Dirty oil filters dumped into garbage n El~~~~~~_ Information E Satisfactory enrployees based O Employees not aware of Skanskas on a sample of3 Environmental Policy on Environmental Policy not displayed wvorkers been o Employees unaware what to do in asked duiring the the event of an emergency inspectlion O Emergency checklist not displayed O N/A or others. please specify: 4.0 WASTE MANAGEMIENT r_.___ _____ 4.1 Waste types O Chemical O Flammable E Corrosive E Constructionlwork O Oil, Batteries, Filters E NiA or others, please specify: 4.2 Storage O Satisfactory containers E Container Integrity not satisfactory El Not emptied regulariy enough E No labelling E Drums/containers not etfectively closed El Waste chemical on the extemal surface of the containers El Handling instructions not posted at dispenser El N/A or others, please specify 4.3 House keeping E Satisfactory El Miscellaneous items are stored here C3 Improper stacking of drums El Isle too narrow or not cleared of obstacles El NA or others, please specify: 4.5 Storage area E Satisfactory El No designated storage area O improper floor surface (not impermeable) n Inadequate bunding volume O Inadequate ventilation O Directly connected to drains O Inadequate space for handling wasle containers O Not provided with a roof O Not kept clean and dry O Not secured by lock(s) O No waming signs/maximum quantity or volume El No emergency equipment ___________ El N/A or others, piease specify: 4.6 Waste handling & E Satisfactory treatment El Program not being implemented El Separation Satisfactory E Separation Poor El _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __._ 5 0 _TRANSPORT & ROADS 5.1 Access roads El Satisfactory Maintenance _ Cl0 In need of Maintenance 0 Erosion SKANSKA TEM DESCRIPTION LOCATION VIOLATION I OBSERVATION REMARK o' > P 5.2 Dust control O Satisfactory o1 Waler needed 5.3 Traffic El Satislactory C1 Speed limits not maintained O Time restrictions not maintained O Insufficient signs D 6.0 Spoil Tips & Slopes 6.1 Spoil tips O Satisfactory El Insufficienl compaction o Insufficienl drainage ol Excess run-off O Interfering with streams O Unauthorised dumping O 6.2 Slopes Ol Salisfactory o Erosion O Insufficient protection 7.0 Noise El Satisfactory El Excessive o Insufficient Moniloring O Complaints from Local Residents SUMMARY NOTES I REMARKS Site Environmental Inspection Analysis and Collation Please don' make mne cn Report Copiled to: Dal We have not inberited the earth from our parents, we have bonrowed it from our children 0 ****BE ENVIRONMENTALY AWARE**** APPENDIX 1.6 EXAMPLE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MAPPING 6.- -~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I ~ ~ I I . .. .."""'= frs~~~~~~~ *77777Z ~~~~~~ _~ *, . * I % S i 1 O 4 's I t I F '. 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