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Which of the following sectors is identified as typically making significant use of energy?
Which of the following sectors is identified as typically making significant use of energy?
- Retail
- Education (correct)
- Residential Housing
- Social Services
What is a key requirement that Borrowers should adopt to optimize energy usage?
What is a key requirement that Borrowers should adopt to optimize energy usage?
- Implementing the resource efficiency requirements of this ESS (correct)
- Reducing the production of goods
- Increasing the number of employees working on energy management
- Using more expensive energy sources
Which of the following is NOT a hazardous material category mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a hazardous material category mentioned?
- Radiological Hazards
- Chemical Hazards
- Physical Hazards
- Toxic Waste Management (correct)
Which of the following practices contributes to greenhouse gas reduction strategies?
Which of the following practices contributes to greenhouse gas reduction strategies?
In waste management practices, what is emphasized for sustainable development?
In waste management practices, what is emphasized for sustainable development?
Which of the following is NOT an example of an energy efficiency measure?
Which of the following is NOT an example of an energy efficiency measure?
What is a potential benefit of biomass-based renewable energy systems?
What is a potential benefit of biomass-based renewable energy systems?
Which step is essential in establishing a successful GHG emissions monitoring plan?
Which step is essential in establishing a successful GHG emissions monitoring plan?
What does NOT need to be included in a GHG monitoring plan?
What does NOT need to be included in a GHG monitoring plan?
Which of the following represents a strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
Which of the following represents a strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
What is the role of environmental management software in GHG emissions monitoring?
What is the role of environmental management software in GHG emissions monitoring?
Which renewable energy source is NOT mentioned in the content?
Which renewable energy source is NOT mentioned in the content?
What is the purpose of using the electronic greenhouse gas reporting tool (e-GGRT)?
What is the purpose of using the electronic greenhouse gas reporting tool (e-GGRT)?
What is the primary goal of managing air pollutants?
What is the primary goal of managing air pollutants?
Which practice is intended to minimize the generation of hazardous waste?
Which practice is intended to minimize the generation of hazardous waste?
What does resource efficiency primarily involve?
What does resource efficiency primarily involve?
What does 'cleaner production' emphasize?
What does 'cleaner production' emphasize?
How can benchmarks be useful in evaluating project performance?
How can benchmarks be useful in evaluating project performance?
What should be considered while establishing what constitutes efficient resource usage?
What should be considered while establishing what constitutes efficient resource usage?
Which principle is integral to the concept of resource efficiency?
Which principle is integral to the concept of resource efficiency?
What is a crucial aspect of waste management practices?
What is a crucial aspect of waste management practices?
Which aspect is essential for optimizing energy usage in projects that are significant users of energy?
Which aspect is essential for optimizing energy usage in projects that are significant users of energy?
In which sector could waste management projects be categorized as significant users of energy?
In which sector could waste management projects be categorized as significant users of energy?
What is a primary concern in the category of Occupational Health and Safety regarding chemical hazards?
What is a primary concern in the category of Occupational Health and Safety regarding chemical hazards?
Which of the following is NOT included under the categories of resource efficiency?
Which of the following is NOT included under the categories of resource efficiency?
Which aspect of general facility design and operation is highlighted in the context of hazardous materials management?
Which aspect of general facility design and operation is highlighted in the context of hazardous materials management?
What is the primary focus of resource efficiency measures?
What is the primary focus of resource efficiency measures?
What concept involves integrating pollution reduction into product design?
What concept involves integrating pollution reduction into product design?
Which of the following practices helps manage air pollution?
Which of the following practices helps manage air pollution?
What aspect should benchmarks for resource efficiency evaluate?
What aspect should benchmarks for resource efficiency evaluate?
Which factor is crucial for determining efficient resource usage?
Which factor is crucial for determining efficient resource usage?
What is one of the primary objectives of resource efficiency in pollution prevention and management?
What is one of the primary objectives of resource efficiency in pollution prevention and management?
What is a key aspect of cleaner production principles?
What is a key aspect of cleaner production principles?
What type of impacts do project-related emissions potentially have?
What type of impacts do project-related emissions potentially have?
Which aspect of resource efficiency does NOT fall under the primary requirements for Borrowers?
Which aspect of resource efficiency does NOT fall under the primary requirements for Borrowers?
Under pollution prevention and management, which category does NOT belong?
Under pollution prevention and management, which category does NOT belong?
What is a necessary action to manage pesticides effectively?
What is a necessary action to manage pesticides effectively?
What is a crucial requirement for implementing resource efficiency?
What is a crucial requirement for implementing resource efficiency?
Which of the following is primarily focused on minimizing adverse impacts on human health?
Which of the following is primarily focused on minimizing adverse impacts on human health?
What type of waste management is emphasized in resource efficiency?
What type of waste management is emphasized in resource efficiency?
Which statement accurately reflects the scope of resource efficiency?
Which statement accurately reflects the scope of resource efficiency?
What challenge is addressed by the concept of pollution prevention management?
What challenge is addressed by the concept of pollution prevention management?
What is the most environmentally preferred strategy in non-hazardous waste management?
What is the most environmentally preferred strategy in non-hazardous waste management?
Which process is referred to as waste-to-energy (WTE)?
Which process is referred to as waste-to-energy (WTE)?
What is a key component of recycling and composting activities?
What is a key component of recycling and composting activities?
Prior to disposal, what is the purpose of treatment in waste management?
Prior to disposal, what is the purpose of treatment in waste management?
Which of the following strategies is least prioritized in the non-hazardous waste management hierarchy?
Which of the following strategies is least prioritized in the non-hazardous waste management hierarchy?
What is the threshold for a facility to stop monitoring GHG emissions if emissions remain below this level for five consecutive years?
What is the threshold for a facility to stop monitoring GHG emissions if emissions remain below this level for five consecutive years?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hazardous waste?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hazardous waste?
How should non-hazardous waste be managed according to regulations?
How should non-hazardous waste be managed according to regulations?
What must the Borrower do if national legislation on hazardous waste management is unavailable?
What must the Borrower do if national legislation on hazardous waste management is unavailable?
What type of documentation is necessary when hazardous waste is managed by third parties?
What type of documentation is necessary when hazardous waste is managed by third parties?
What should the Borrower ensure about licensed disposal sites for hazardous waste?
What should the Borrower ensure about licensed disposal sites for hazardous waste?
What defines a hazardous waste?
What defines a hazardous waste?
Which of the following accurately describes non-hazardous waste?
Which of the following accurately describes non-hazardous waste?
What is a primary focus of pest management as described?
What is a primary focus of pest management as described?
Which of the following best describes an integrated approach to pest management?
Which of the following best describes an integrated approach to pest management?
When are pesticides to be selected and applied according to the guidelines?
When are pesticides to be selected and applied according to the guidelines?
What is required when a project involves significant pest management issues?
What is required when a project involves significant pest management issues?
What should be avoided when applying pesticides, according to pest management principles?
What should be avoided when applying pesticides, according to pest management principles?
In pest management, why is it important to integrate multiple methods?
In pest management, why is it important to integrate multiple methods?
Which of the following actions is least aligned with sustainable pest management practices?
Which of the following actions is least aligned with sustainable pest management practices?
What aspect of pest management is critical for minimizing negative effects?
What aspect of pest management is critical for minimizing negative effects?
What defines chemicals categorized as hazardous materials?
What defines chemicals categorized as hazardous materials?
Why is the management of hazardous materials important in landfills?
Why is the management of hazardous materials important in landfills?
Which statement accurately represents a characteristic of modern landfills?
Which statement accurately represents a characteristic of modern landfills?
Which type of chemical is considered a physical hazard?
Which type of chemical is considered a physical hazard?
How can chemicals be classified as health hazards?
How can chemicals be classified as health hazards?
What should the Borrower do if unidentified historical pollution poses a significant risk to human health?
What should the Borrower do if unidentified historical pollution poses a significant risk to human health?
Which factor is NOT considered by the Borrower to address potential adverse project impacts?
Which factor is NOT considered by the Borrower to address potential adverse project impacts?
What does 'air pollution' commonly refer to?
What does 'air pollution' commonly refer to?
Which strategy is used to manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste effectively?
Which strategy is used to manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste effectively?
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, what physical alteration might the Borrower consider?
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, what physical alteration might the Borrower consider?
What is one approach to manage air pollution effectively?
What is one approach to manage air pollution effectively?
Which of the following actions should the Borrower NOT take when dealing with project location alternatives?
Which of the following actions should the Borrower NOT take when dealing with project location alternatives?
What is essential for the Borrower to do in areas already impacted by pollution?
What is essential for the Borrower to do in areas already impacted by pollution?
Which energy-saving measure focuses on producing both heat and power simultaneously?
Which energy-saving measure focuses on producing both heat and power simultaneously?
What is a potential benefit of adopting pollution-control devices in biomass-based renewable energy systems?
What is a potential benefit of adopting pollution-control devices in biomass-based renewable energy systems?
What is a key component of a successful greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions monitoring plan?
What is a key component of a successful greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions monitoring plan?
Which method is essential for data maintenance within a GHG monitoring plan?
Which method is essential for data maintenance within a GHG monitoring plan?
What is a primary characteristic of renewable energy sources mentioned in the content?
What is a primary characteristic of renewable energy sources mentioned in the content?
Which process is NOT part of energy efficiency measures as described?
Which process is NOT part of energy efficiency measures as described?
Which of the following describes an important first step in developing a GHG emissions monitoring plan?
Which of the following describes an important first step in developing a GHG emissions monitoring plan?
What is the role of the electronic greenhouse gas reporting tool (e-GGRT)?
What is the role of the electronic greenhouse gas reporting tool (e-GGRT)?
What is meant by the term 'assimilative capacity' in environmental management?
What is meant by the term 'assimilative capacity' in environmental management?
Which factor does NOT influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
Which factor does NOT influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
Who is responsible for identifying parties accountable for historical pollution?
Who is responsible for identifying parties accountable for historical pollution?
In what scenario should the Borrower seek recourse from third parties?
In what scenario should the Borrower seek recourse from third parties?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered when assessing potential adverse project impacts?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered when assessing potential adverse project impacts?
Which of the following describes historical pollution?
Which of the following describes historical pollution?
What are the implications of cumulative impacts in environmental assessments?
What are the implications of cumulative impacts in environmental assessments?
Which factor does NOT impact the assimilative capacity of soil?
Which factor does NOT impact the assimilative capacity of soil?
What is the primary objective of pest management according to the principles described?
What is the primary objective of pest management according to the principles described?
Which approach is emphasized in pest management for reducing adverse effects on the ecosystem?
Which approach is emphasized in pest management for reducing adverse effects on the ecosystem?
What is a requirement for projects that are likely to face significant pest and pesticide management issues?
What is a requirement for projects that are likely to face significant pest and pesticide management issues?
What should be prioritized when selecting and applying pesticides?
What should be prioritized when selecting and applying pesticides?
What aspect of pest management is critical for maintaining biodiversity?
What aspect of pest management is critical for maintaining biodiversity?
Which of the following reflects a common misconception about pest management?
Which of the following reflects a common misconception about pest management?
What role does the Pest Management Plan (PMP) serve in pest management projects?
What role does the Pest Management Plan (PMP) serve in pest management projects?
What is the impact of relying solely on chemical pest control methods?
What is the impact of relying solely on chemical pest control methods?
What is the main criterion for selecting pesticides according to the guidelines?
What is the main criterion for selecting pesticides according to the guidelines?
Which of the following types of pesticide products is prohibited for use?
Which of the following types of pesticide products is prohibited for use?
What goal does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily aim to achieve?
What goal does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily aim to achieve?
Which factor should not be considered when selecting pesticides for public health programs?
Which factor should not be considered when selecting pesticides for public health programs?
What is a necessary condition for the registration of pesticides used in agricultural projects?
What is a necessary condition for the registration of pesticides used in agricultural projects?
According to the guidelines, how should pesticides be handled and applied?
According to the guidelines, how should pesticides be handled and applied?
What kind of pesticides should be avoided due to their safety profile?
What kind of pesticides should be avoided due to their safety profile?
Which risk is associated with the unrestricted use of pesticides?
Which risk is associated with the unrestricted use of pesticides?
Which strategy is considered most environmentally preferred in the management of non-hazardous waste?
Which strategy is considered most environmentally preferred in the management of non-hazardous waste?
What does energy recovery from waste typically involve?
What does energy recovery from waste typically involve?
Which activity is NOT part of the recycling and composting process?
Which activity is NOT part of the recycling and composting process?
What type of treatment helps reduce the volume and toxicity of waste before disposal?
What type of treatment helps reduce the volume and toxicity of waste before disposal?
Which waste management strategy focuses on reducing waste at the generation source?
Which waste management strategy focuses on reducing waste at the generation source?
What defines hazardous materials in terms of their potential impact?
What defines hazardous materials in terms of their potential impact?
Which of the following characteristics would NOT categorize a chemical as hazardous?
Which of the following characteristics would NOT categorize a chemical as hazardous?
What is included in the classification of chemicals that can pose a risk to public safety?
What is included in the classification of chemicals that can pose a risk to public safety?
Which of the following is an example of a chemical classified as a physical hazard?
Which of the following is an example of a chemical classified as a physical hazard?
What type of chemicals requires special considerations during transportation due to their risk to safety?
What type of chemicals requires special considerations during transportation due to their risk to safety?
What is the assimilative capacity of the environment?
What is the assimilative capacity of the environment?
What is classified as historical pollution?
What is classified as historical pollution?
Which factor does NOT impact the assimilative capacity of water bodies?
Which factor does NOT impact the assimilative capacity of water bodies?
Which of the following actions may the Borrower consider regarding historical pollution?
Which of the following actions may the Borrower consider regarding historical pollution?
What is a key consideration when assessing the project's impact on biodiversity?
What is a key consideration when assessing the project's impact on biodiversity?
Which factor influences the assimilative capacity of soil?
Which factor influences the assimilative capacity of soil?
What is the primary responsibility of the Borrower regarding historical pollution?
What is the primary responsibility of the Borrower regarding historical pollution?
Which of the following is NOT a relevant factor when assessing project impacts on human health and the environment?
Which of the following is NOT a relevant factor when assessing project impacts on human health and the environment?
What is a key action to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
What is a key action to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
Which of the following measures can help reduce evaporation in irrigation practices?
Which of the following measures can help reduce evaporation in irrigation practices?
What is the purpose of developing a detailed water balance for high-water demand projects?
What is the purpose of developing a detailed water balance for high-water demand projects?
How can rational use of fertilizers contribute to water quality improvement?
How can rational use of fertilizers contribute to water quality improvement?
What role does remote sensing play in water management?
What role does remote sensing play in water management?
Which practice is important for promoting soil-water conservation?
Which practice is important for promoting soil-water conservation?
What is one of the objectives of improving water use efficiency?
What is one of the objectives of improving water use efficiency?
What is a key component of monitoring water use in projects?
What is a key component of monitoring water use in projects?
Which convention specifically addresses the avoidance of mercury production?
Which convention specifically addresses the avoidance of mercury production?
What is a primary requirement for Borrowers regarding hazardous materials?
What is a primary requirement for Borrowers regarding hazardous materials?
Which type of pesticide is used specifically for controlling insects?
Which type of pesticide is used specifically for controlling insects?
How should Borrowers approach the use of hazardous materials that are subject to international restrictions?
How should Borrowers approach the use of hazardous materials that are subject to international restrictions?
What is the main purpose of pesticides according to their definition?
What is the main purpose of pesticides according to their definition?
Which international convention regulates transboundary movements of hazardous wastes?
Which international convention regulates transboundary movements of hazardous wastes?
What is a common concern related to pesticide residues in people's diets?
What is a common concern related to pesticide residues in people's diets?
Which of the following is NOT a category of pesticide mentioned in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a category of pesticide mentioned in the content?
What is one criterion for selecting pesticides according to the established guidelines?
What is one criterion for selecting pesticides according to the established guidelines?
What is a primary concern regarding pesticides that the Borrower must adhere to?
What is a primary concern regarding pesticides that the Borrower must adhere to?
Which of the following restrictions applies to the use of pesticides?
Which of the following restrictions applies to the use of pesticides?
What does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily seek to reduce?
What does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily seek to reduce?
Which requirement must be fulfilled before using pesticides under the guidelines?
Which requirement must be fulfilled before using pesticides under the guidelines?
What is one way to ensure public health safety regarding pesticide application?
What is one way to ensure public health safety regarding pesticide application?
What must be considered to prevent the development of resistance in pests?
What must be considered to prevent the development of resistance in pests?
What aspect should pesticide manufacturers comply with during their use?
What aspect should pesticide manufacturers comply with during their use?
What is one measure to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
What is one measure to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
Which approach supports river basin management planning?
Which approach supports river basin management planning?
What is a key benefit of reverse osmosis-based water recovery systems?
What is a key benefit of reverse osmosis-based water recovery systems?
In the context of water quality, what practice should be promoted?
In the context of water quality, what practice should be promoted?
What is a method to support water balances?
What is a method to support water balances?
Which practice is essential to minimize the evaporation impacts in water management?
Which practice is essential to minimize the evaporation impacts in water management?
How can technical and policy measures reduce system impacts on water resources?
How can technical and policy measures reduce system impacts on water resources?
What should be included in assessing specific water use?
What should be included in assessing specific water use?
Which of the following best describes modern landfills?
Which of the following best describes modern landfills?
Which type of chemical is considered a health hazard?
Which type of chemical is considered a health hazard?
Which of the following actions poses a risk to public safety or the environment?
Which of the following actions poses a risk to public safety or the environment?
What characteristic is NOT associated with hazardous materials?
What characteristic is NOT associated with hazardous materials?
Which of the following statements about hazardous materials is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about hazardous materials is incorrect?
Which criteria must pesticides meet to be deemed acceptable for use according to guidelines?
Which criteria must pesticides meet to be deemed acceptable for use according to guidelines?
Which type of pesticide is explicitly restricted from use?
Which type of pesticide is explicitly restricted from use?
What is an essential consideration when using pesticides in order to avoid resistance development?
What is an essential consideration when using pesticides in order to avoid resistance development?
What does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily focus on?
What does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) primarily focus on?
Which of the following conditions makes a pesticide formulation unacceptable for use?
Which of the following conditions makes a pesticide formulation unacceptable for use?
What is a key aspect of pesticide application that must comply with international standards?
What is a key aspect of pesticide application that must comply with international standards?
Which of the following is NOT considered when evaluating the selection criteria for pesticides?
Which of the following is NOT considered when evaluating the selection criteria for pesticides?
Why must pesticides used in public health programs be demonstrated to be safe?
Why must pesticides used in public health programs be demonstrated to be safe?
What is the minimum emissions threshold for a facility to stop monitoring GHG emissions for three consecutive years?
What is the minimum emissions threshold for a facility to stop monitoring GHG emissions for three consecutive years?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a characteristic of hazardous waste?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a characteristic of hazardous waste?
What type of waste includes materials like paper, plastics, and metals?
What type of waste includes materials like paper, plastics, and metals?
How must the Borrower manage hazardous waste in the absence of national legislation?
How must the Borrower manage hazardous waste in the absence of national legislation?
Which agency is responsible for regulating the handling and disposal of non-hazardous waste at various levels?
Which agency is responsible for regulating the handling and disposal of non-hazardous waste at various levels?
What is a requirement for Borrowers when using third parties for hazardous waste management?
What is a requirement for Borrowers when using third parties for hazardous waste management?
What type of waste could be described as posing significant risks despite being non-hazardous?
What type of waste could be described as posing significant risks despite being non-hazardous?
What must the Borrower obtain for transportation and disposal of hazardous waste?
What must the Borrower obtain for transportation and disposal of hazardous waste?
What is the aim of implementing technically and financially feasible measures in resource efficiency?
What is the aim of implementing technically and financially feasible measures in resource efficiency?
How does the concept of 'cleaner production' relate to resource efficiency?
How does the concept of 'cleaner production' relate to resource efficiency?
What is a key characteristic of resource efficiency benchmarks?
What is a key characteristic of resource efficiency benchmarks?
Which statement is true regarding the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
Which statement is true regarding the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
What type of impacts do project-related emissions potentially cause?
What type of impacts do project-related emissions potentially cause?
What does the concept of 'resource efficiency' emphasize regarding the use of raw materials?
What does the concept of 'resource efficiency' emphasize regarding the use of raw materials?
In the context of environmental practices, what does GIIP stand for?
In the context of environmental practices, what does GIIP stand for?
Which aspect is key to evaluating project performance regarding resource efficiency?
Which aspect is key to evaluating project performance regarding resource efficiency?
What is the main consideration for technical feasibility in a project?
What is the main consideration for technical feasibility in a project?
Which of the following best describes financial feasibility for a project?
Which of the following best describes financial feasibility for a project?
What should be done when host country regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
What should be done when host country regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
Why is site-specific justification required when proposing alternative performance levels?
Why is site-specific justification required when proposing alternative performance levels?
What does the EHS General Guidelines contain?
What does the EHS General Guidelines contain?
Under what circumstance may a best-available-techniques approach be justified?
Under what circumstance may a best-available-techniques approach be justified?
What is required to apply the EHS Guidelines in a project involving the World Bank Group?
What is required to apply the EHS Guidelines in a project involving the World Bank Group?
Which aspect may influence technical feasibility for a project?
Which aspect may influence technical feasibility for a project?
What is a primary goal of adopting energy efficiency measures in projects that are significant users of energy?
What is a primary goal of adopting energy efficiency measures in projects that are significant users of energy?
Which category is NOT part of the Occupational Health and Safety framework?
Which category is NOT part of the Occupational Health and Safety framework?
Which sector could be categorized as a significant user of energy aside from industrial production?
Which sector could be categorized as a significant user of energy aside from industrial production?
What is a crucial element in managing hazardous materials effectively?
What is a crucial element in managing hazardous materials effectively?
Which of the following measures is most closely related to the concept of resource efficiency?
Which of the following measures is most closely related to the concept of resource efficiency?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy for pollution prevention?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy for pollution prevention?
When avoidance of pollutant release is not possible, what should be the next action?
When avoidance of pollutant release is not possible, what should be the next action?
What must the Borrower do if pollutant levels exceed national standards?
What must the Borrower do if pollutant levels exceed national standards?
What is the primary aim of designing project activities according to the content's guidelines?
What is the primary aim of designing project activities according to the content's guidelines?
What step is necessary after minimizing risks and impacts according to pollution management principles?
What step is necessary after minimizing risks and impacts according to pollution management principles?
What is considered the most environmentally preferred strategy in the management of non-hazardous waste?
What is considered the most environmentally preferred strategy in the management of non-hazardous waste?
Which process involves converting non-recyclable waste into usable energy forms?
Which process involves converting non-recyclable waste into usable energy forms?
What does the hierarchy of non-hazardous materials and waste management prioritize after source reduction?
What does the hierarchy of non-hazardous materials and waste management prioritize after source reduction?
What type of waste management strategy includes activities like sorting and processing items into raw materials?
What type of waste management strategy includes activities like sorting and processing items into raw materials?
What is the purpose of treatments before disposal in waste management?
What is the purpose of treatments before disposal in waste management?
What is a primary aim of implementing resource efficiency measures?
What is a primary aim of implementing resource efficiency measures?
Which aspect is essential in determining project-specific resource efficiency?
Which aspect is essential in determining project-specific resource efficiency?
How can benchmarking data be utilized in the context of resource efficiency?
How can benchmarking data be utilized in the context of resource efficiency?
What does 'cleaner production' focus on primarily?
What does 'cleaner production' focus on primarily?
What type of impacts must the Borrower consider when minimizing emissions?
What type of impacts must the Borrower consider when minimizing emissions?
Which of the following best describes the concept of resource efficiency?
Which of the following best describes the concept of resource efficiency?
What is the ultimate aim of effective waste management in the context of resource efficiency?
What is the ultimate aim of effective waste management in the context of resource efficiency?
Which statement accurately characterizes resource efficiency in project contexts?
Which statement accurately characterizes resource efficiency in project contexts?
What is a primary characteristic of hazardous materials?
What is a primary characteristic of hazardous materials?
Which of the following is NOT considered a chemical hazard?
Which of the following is NOT considered a chemical hazard?
What defines a combustible liquid?
What defines a combustible liquid?
What should be primarily avoided during the handling of hazardous materials?
What should be primarily avoided during the handling of hazardous materials?
What type of hazard do agents acting on the hematopoietic system represent?
What type of hazard do agents acting on the hematopoietic system represent?
What does technical feasibility primarily assess in project planning?
What does technical feasibility primarily assess in project planning?
In the context of the Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines, what happens when local regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
In the context of the Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines, what happens when local regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
How should deviations from the EHS Guidelines be justified for existing facilities?
How should deviations from the EHS Guidelines be justified for existing facilities?
What does financial feasibility evaluate in a project?
What does financial feasibility evaluate in a project?
What is a primary objective of the EHS Guidelines regarding new facilities?
What is a primary objective of the EHS Guidelines regarding new facilities?
What is considered when determining technical feasibility for a project?
What is considered when determining technical feasibility for a project?
In case benchmarks are not available, what approach can be used for engineering comparisons?
In case benchmarks are not available, what approach can be used for engineering comparisons?
What role do the EHS Guidelines play in projects involving the World Bank Group?
What role do the EHS Guidelines play in projects involving the World Bank Group?
What is a necessary step in establishing a GHG emissions monitoring plan?
What is a necessary step in establishing a GHG emissions monitoring plan?
Which of the following is an example of a renewable energy source?
Which of the following is an example of a renewable energy source?
What is the primary purpose of adopting water conservation measures in a project?
What is the primary purpose of adopting water conservation measures in a project?
What is a primary purpose of using improved energy-efficient equipment?
What is a primary purpose of using improved energy-efficient equipment?
Which of the following best defines 'water consumption'?
Which of the following best defines 'water consumption'?
In the context of GHG emissions, what does data handling involve?
In the context of GHG emissions, what does data handling involve?
When should efforts be made to reduce water use in a project?
When should efforts be made to reduce water use in a project?
What is a key consideration regarding water quality in projects involving large water use?
What is a key consideration regarding water quality in projects involving large water use?
What is a recommended measure for improving energy efficiency?
What is a recommended measure for improving energy efficiency?
What is a significant benefit of combining biomass energy systems with pollution control devices?
What is a significant benefit of combining biomass energy systems with pollution control devices?
Which measure can be taken to address water consumption issues in a project?
Which measure can be taken to address water consumption issues in a project?
What can be an effective strategy for minimizing adverse impacts on water quality?
What can be an effective strategy for minimizing adverse impacts on water quality?
What process should a facility implement if it exceeds the GHG emissions threshold?
What process should a facility implement if it exceeds the GHG emissions threshold?
Which of the following is an essential component for a successful GHG monitoring plan?
Which of the following is an essential component for a successful GHG monitoring plan?
Which of the following is NOT a measure to minimize water usage according to the established guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT a measure to minimize water usage according to the established guidelines?
What is a critical action to take if a project contributes to the depletion of water resources?
What is a critical action to take if a project contributes to the depletion of water resources?
Which international convention specifically addresses the avoidance of mercury production?
Which international convention specifically addresses the avoidance of mercury production?
What is the primary purpose of the Basel Convention?
What is the primary purpose of the Basel Convention?
What type of materials will the Borrower minimize and control according to international agreements?
What type of materials will the Borrower minimize and control according to international agreements?
Which of the following best defines a pesticide?
Which of the following best defines a pesticide?
How should the Borrower handle chemicals and hazardous materials subject to international bans?
How should the Borrower handle chemicals and hazardous materials subject to international bans?
What type of pesticides are specifically used to control fungi?
What type of pesticides are specifically used to control fungi?
In the context of hazardous materials, what must the Borrower consider when hazardous materials are meant for manufacturing processes?
In the context of hazardous materials, what must the Borrower consider when hazardous materials are meant for manufacturing processes?
What is a common concern related to pesticide residues found in food production?
What is a common concern related to pesticide residues found in food production?
What are appropriate measures the Borrower should implement regarding water use impacts?
What are appropriate measures the Borrower should implement regarding water use impacts?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested method for efficient use of raw materials?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested method for efficient use of raw materials?
What should be the primary goal when managing pollution according to the guidelines?
What should be the primary goal when managing pollution according to the guidelines?
In the context of project development, how can efficiency in material usage impact costs?
In the context of project development, how can efficiency in material usage impact costs?
Which of the following impacts should the environmental assessment cover regarding water?
Which of the following impacts should the environmental assessment cover regarding water?
Which of the following phases in project development can benefit from reducing raw material usage?
Which of the following phases in project development can benefit from reducing raw material usage?
What is crucial for the Borrower when addressing cumulative impacts on communities?
What is crucial for the Borrower when addressing cumulative impacts on communities?
What monitoring is beneficial in pollution prevention management?
What monitoring is beneficial in pollution prevention management?
What is the primary action the Borrower must take if significant historical pollution poses a risk to health and safety?
What is the primary action the Borrower must take if significant historical pollution poses a risk to health and safety?
Which of the following factors is considered for addressing potential adverse project impacts on human health?
Which of the following factors is considered for addressing potential adverse project impacts on human health?
In managing air pollution, which of the following strategies is NOT typically used?
In managing air pollution, which of the following strategies is NOT typically used?
Which of the following contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions according to the content?
Which of the following contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions according to the content?
Assuming the Borrower lacks the capacity to estimate GHG emissions, what support is provided?
Assuming the Borrower lacks the capacity to estimate GHG emissions, what support is provided?
What type of material is primarily addressed under the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
What type of material is primarily addressed under the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
Vulnerabilities related to cumulative impacts and uncertain consequences are considered in the assessment of what?
Vulnerabilities related to cumulative impacts and uncertain consequences are considered in the assessment of what?
Which of the following is an appropriate measure for managing the impacts of climate change related to projects?
Which of the following is an appropriate measure for managing the impacts of climate change related to projects?
What is the primary goal of pest management as described in the context?
What is the primary goal of pest management as described in the context?
When pesticides are deemed necessary, how should they be applied according to the guidelines?
When pesticides are deemed necessary, how should they be applied according to the guidelines?
What is a key component of a Pest Management Plan (PMP)?
What is a key component of a Pest Management Plan (PMP)?
What approach is recommended for dealing with pests in the management strategy?
What approach is recommended for dealing with pests in the management strategy?
Which of the following represents an ineffective practice in pest management?
Which of the following represents an ineffective practice in pest management?
What should a borrower do if their project involves significant pest management issues?
What should a borrower do if their project involves significant pest management issues?
What does integrated pest management prioritize when controlling pest populations?
What does integrated pest management prioritize when controlling pest populations?
Which method is NOT recommended for pest population control?
Which method is NOT recommended for pest population control?
What is one of the primary objectives of promoting resource efficiency?
What is one of the primary objectives of promoting resource efficiency?
Which requirement is essential for Borrowers to consider in resource efficiency and pollution management?
Which requirement is essential for Borrowers to consider in resource efficiency and pollution management?
Which category does NOT fall under the management of pollutants?
Which category does NOT fall under the management of pollutants?
What does resource efficiency primarily focus on?
What does resource efficiency primarily focus on?
Which aspect is emphasized in the management of hazardous waste?
Which aspect is emphasized in the management of hazardous waste?
In pollution prevention management, what is a crucial requirement for Borrowers?
In pollution prevention management, what is a crucial requirement for Borrowers?
Which practice is essential for achieving resource efficiency?
Which practice is essential for achieving resource efficiency?
What type of materials is included under resource efficiency categories?
What type of materials is included under resource efficiency categories?
What is the first step in the non-hazardous waste management hierarchy?
What is the first step in the non-hazardous waste management hierarchy?
Which of the following processes is NOT part of recycling activities?
Which of the following processes is NOT part of recycling activities?
Energy recovery from waste is most closely associated with which of the following processes?
Energy recovery from waste is most closely associated with which of the following processes?
What is the primary role of treatment prior to waste disposal?
What is the primary role of treatment prior to waste disposal?
Which of the following methods is an example of energy recovery?
Which of the following methods is an example of energy recovery?
What is one method to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
What is one method to improve agricultural water use efficiency?
Which of the following is a component of a water balance?
Which of the following is a component of a water balance?
What approach is suggested for promoting better water quality?
What approach is suggested for promoting better water quality?
How can reverse osmosis contribute to water resource efficiency?
How can reverse osmosis contribute to water resource efficiency?
What should be included in operations to benchmark water use efficiency?
What should be included in operations to benchmark water use efficiency?
Which principle supports river basin management planning?
Which principle supports river basin management planning?
What is a technique to minimize evaporation in agricultural practices?
What is a technique to minimize evaporation in agricultural practices?
What is the primary concern of technical feasibility in project implementation?
What is the primary concern of technical feasibility in project implementation?
What does water accounting aim to achieve in water management?
What does water accounting aim to achieve in water management?
In assessing financial feasibility, what is a crucial factor to consider?
In assessing financial feasibility, what is a crucial factor to consider?
What should be done if project regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
What should be done if project regulations are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT considered under the General EHS Guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT considered under the General EHS Guidelines?
What is a key aspect when appraising the application of EHS Guidelines to existing facilities?
What is a key aspect when appraising the application of EHS Guidelines to existing facilities?
Why is it important to consider local factors like climate and geography in technical feasibility?
Why is it important to consider local factors like climate and geography in technical feasibility?
What does the term 'Good International Industry Practice' refer to in the context of EHS Guidelines?
What does the term 'Good International Industry Practice' refer to in the context of EHS Guidelines?
When establishing benchmarks for engineering approaches, which method is recommended in the absence of specific benchmarks?
When establishing benchmarks for engineering approaches, which method is recommended in the absence of specific benchmarks?
What is a primary goal when managing the release of pollutants to the air?
What is a primary goal when managing the release of pollutants to the air?
Which statement best describes the concept of resource efficiency?
Which statement best describes the concept of resource efficiency?
Under pollution prevention and management, what impacts may project-related emissions have?
Under pollution prevention and management, what impacts may project-related emissions have?
What is required for the Borrower concerning the implementation of resource efficiency measures?
What is required for the Borrower concerning the implementation of resource efficiency measures?
Which of the following describes 'cleaner production'?
Which of the following describes 'cleaner production'?
What does resource efficiency imply when using benchmarks for project evaluation?
What does resource efficiency imply when using benchmarks for project evaluation?
Which factor is crucial for defining efficient resource usage?
Which factor is crucial for defining efficient resource usage?
In the management of pesticides, what is a necessary action?
In the management of pesticides, what is a necessary action?
What is one of the measures that Borrowers should adopt to minimize water usage in projects?
What is one of the measures that Borrowers should adopt to minimize water usage in projects?
How is water 'consumption' defined in the context of water use?
How is water 'consumption' defined in the context of water use?
Which of the following should be considered to mitigate impacts on water quality?
Which of the following should be considered to mitigate impacts on water quality?
What is the primary focus when evaluating alternative project locations in relation to water use?
What is the primary focus when evaluating alternative project locations in relation to water use?
What should be done when a project significantly impacts third parties' access to water?
What should be done when a project significantly impacts third parties' access to water?
What is a potential consequence of contaminated wastewater associated with construction projects?
What is a potential consequence of contaminated wastewater associated with construction projects?
In what way can water consumption offsets be beneficial?
In what way can water consumption offsets be beneficial?
What does Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP) imply for treating contaminated water?
What does Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP) imply for treating contaminated water?
Which of the following sectors is least likely to be categorized as a significant user of energy?
Which of the following sectors is least likely to be categorized as a significant user of energy?
What should Borrowers prioritize to ensure optimal energy usage according to the specified measures?
What should Borrowers prioritize to ensure optimal energy usage according to the specified measures?
In the context of Occupational Health and Safety, which of the following is a primary concern for personal protective equipment (PPE)?
In the context of Occupational Health and Safety, which of the following is a primary concern for personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Which of the following aspects is NOT included in the general facility design and operation under Occupational Health and Safety?
Which of the following aspects is NOT included in the general facility design and operation under Occupational Health and Safety?
Which element of energy use is specifically emphasized as a means of contributing to sustainable development?
Which element of energy use is specifically emphasized as a means of contributing to sustainable development?
What is meant by the term 'assimilative capacity' in the context of environmental management?
What is meant by the term 'assimilative capacity' in the context of environmental management?
Which factor does NOT typically influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
Which factor does NOT typically influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
What defines 'historical pollution' within the framework of environmental responsibility?
What defines 'historical pollution' within the framework of environmental responsibility?
When assessing environmental impacts, which of these is considered significant?
When assessing environmental impacts, which of these is considered significant?
What role does the Borrower have regarding historical pollution?
What role does the Borrower have regarding historical pollution?
Which of the following factors is NOT relevant to the assimilative capacity of soil?
Which of the following factors is NOT relevant to the assimilative capacity of soil?
What should the Borrower prioritize when assessing pollution prevention measures?
What should the Borrower prioritize when assessing pollution prevention measures?
Which element is crucial for understanding the assimilative capacity of water bodies?
Which element is crucial for understanding the assimilative capacity of water bodies?
What is one of the critical considerations when a project significantly uses water resources?
What is one of the critical considerations when a project significantly uses water resources?
Which practice is NOT included among the measures for managing water use in projects?
Which practice is NOT included among the measures for managing water use in projects?
How is water 'consumption' defined in the context of resource usage?
How is water 'consumption' defined in the context of resource usage?
Which of the following measures helps in controlling the quality of water impacted by a project?
Which of the following measures helps in controlling the quality of water impacted by a project?
Which strategy should be prioritized to address water quality issues linked to projects?
Which strategy should be prioritized to address water quality issues linked to projects?
What should be a primary concern when a project contributes to depletion of water resources?
What should be a primary concern when a project contributes to depletion of water resources?
What is one of the consequences of poor water management practices in projects?
What is one of the consequences of poor water management practices in projects?
Which option represents a plausible action for the Borrower regarding water use?
Which option represents a plausible action for the Borrower regarding water use?
Which international convention focuses specifically on the control and disposal of hazardous waste across borders?
Which international convention focuses specifically on the control and disposal of hazardous waste across borders?
What is a key responsibility of the Borrower concerning hazardous materials that are internationally banned?
What is a key responsibility of the Borrower concerning hazardous materials that are internationally banned?
Which of the following substances is classified as a pesticide?
Which of the following substances is classified as a pesticide?
What significant concern is associated with the health effects of pesticides?
What significant concern is associated with the health effects of pesticides?
Which international convention addresses the avoidance of mercury production and unintentional release from industrial activity?
Which international convention addresses the avoidance of mercury production and unintentional release from industrial activity?
In managing hazardous materials, what practice should the Borrower adopt regarding hazardous substitutes?
In managing hazardous materials, what practice should the Borrower adopt regarding hazardous substitutes?
What is the main purpose of the Rotterdam Convention?
What is the main purpose of the Rotterdam Convention?
Which type of chemical is NOT included in the definition of pesticides?
Which type of chemical is NOT included in the definition of pesticides?
What is the purpose of developing a detailed water balance for projects with high-water demand?
What is the purpose of developing a detailed water balance for projects with high-water demand?
Which measure is NOT a part of improving agricultural water use efficiency?
Which measure is NOT a part of improving agricultural water use efficiency?
How can water quality be managed to prevent adverse impacts from agricultural projects?
How can water quality be managed to prevent adverse impacts from agricultural projects?
Which of the following techniques is related to diminishing water use impacts on ecosystems?
Which of the following techniques is related to diminishing water use impacts on ecosystems?
What is a primary consideration when assessing particular water use in agricultural projects?
What is a primary consideration when assessing particular water use in agricultural projects?
Which method is NOT recommended for supporting water balances in projects?
Which method is NOT recommended for supporting water balances in projects?
What is the impact of applying reverse osmosis-based water recovery technology?
What is the impact of applying reverse osmosis-based water recovery technology?
Which strategy is effective for promoting soil-water conservation in agricultural practices?
Which strategy is effective for promoting soil-water conservation in agricultural practices?
What must be considered for technical feasibility in project development?
What must be considered for technical feasibility in project development?
How are the EHS Guidelines applied when dealing with projects involving the World Bank Group?
How are the EHS Guidelines applied when dealing with projects involving the World Bank Group?
In scenarios where host country regulations differ from the EHS Guidelines, what is expected?
In scenarios where host country regulations differ from the EHS Guidelines, what is expected?
Why is it necessary to provide justification for alternate performance levels under the EHS Guidelines?
Why is it necessary to provide justification for alternate performance levels under the EHS Guidelines?
What factor is crucial for determining the financial feasibility of project actions?
What factor is crucial for determining the financial feasibility of project actions?
What is the role of site-specific targets when applying EHS Guidelines to existing facilities?
What is the role of site-specific targets when applying EHS Guidelines to existing facilities?
What is a primary consideration when evaluating the incremental cost of project actions?
What is a primary consideration when evaluating the incremental cost of project actions?
What general category is NOT part of the described EHS Guidelines?
What general category is NOT part of the described EHS Guidelines?
What is assessed during technical feasibility?
What is assessed during technical feasibility?
Which factor is NOT considered in financial feasibility?
Which factor is NOT considered in financial feasibility?
When host country regulations differ from EHS Guidelines, projects are expected to achieve which of the following?
When host country regulations differ from EHS Guidelines, projects are expected to achieve which of the following?
What is a requirement when proposing less stringent performance levels than those in the EHS Guidelines?
What is a requirement when proposing less stringent performance levels than those in the EHS Guidelines?
Which is included in the General EHS Guidelines?
Which is included in the General EHS Guidelines?
What does technical feasibility primarily consider?
What does technical feasibility primarily consider?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines?
Which aspect of financial feasibility may affect project viability?
Which aspect of financial feasibility may affect project viability?
What is the most environmentally preferred strategy in non-hazardous waste management?
What is the most environmentally preferred strategy in non-hazardous waste management?
What is the primary goal of promoting resource efficiency?
What is the primary goal of promoting resource efficiency?
Which process is known as waste-to-energy (WTE)?
Which process is known as waste-to-energy (WTE)?
Which of the following categories is NOT included under resource efficiency?
Which of the following categories is NOT included under resource efficiency?
Which of the following activities is NOT part of recycling and composting?
Which of the following activities is NOT part of recycling and composting?
What is a significant requirement for borrowers in resource efficiency?
What is a significant requirement for borrowers in resource efficiency?
What is the initial step in waste management that focuses on preventing waste generation?
What is the initial step in waste management that focuses on preventing waste generation?
Which of the following is an objective of pollution prevention management?
Which of the following is an objective of pollution prevention management?
Which treatment method is NOT identified as a way to reduce waste volume and toxicity?
Which treatment method is NOT identified as a way to reduce waste volume and toxicity?
Which management practice is essential for handling hazardous materials?
Which management practice is essential for handling hazardous materials?
Which approach is primarily used to assess the effectiveness of resource efficiency?
Which approach is primarily used to assess the effectiveness of resource efficiency?
What is considered a management strategy for air pollution?
What is considered a management strategy for air pollution?
Which type of waste management is emphasized in pollution prevention?
Which type of waste management is emphasized in pollution prevention?
What must the Borrower conduct if a third party causing pollution cannot be identified and it poses a significant health risk?
What must the Borrower conduct if a third party causing pollution cannot be identified and it poses a significant health risk?
Which factor should NOT be considered by the Borrower while addressing potential adverse project impacts?
Which factor should NOT be considered by the Borrower while addressing potential adverse project impacts?
Which of the following is considered an effective approach for reducing air pollution?
Which of the following is considered an effective approach for reducing air pollution?
Which component is NOT part of GHG emissions reduction strategies?
Which component is NOT part of GHG emissions reduction strategies?
Which of the following pollutants is NOT typically associated with air pollution?
Which of the following pollutants is NOT typically associated with air pollution?
What should be prioritized to mitigate air pollution effectively?
What should be prioritized to mitigate air pollution effectively?
Where is the Borrower's assessment of climate change impacts primarily focused?
Where is the Borrower's assessment of climate change impacts primarily focused?
Which approach might influence the Borrower's decision on project location alternatives?
Which approach might influence the Borrower's decision on project location alternatives?
What does water 'consumption' refer to in the context of water use?
What does water 'consumption' refer to in the context of water use?
Which of the following is NOT considered a measure to minimize water usage in a project?
Which of the following is NOT considered a measure to minimize water usage in a project?
What is an important consideration regarding water quality in projects?
What is an important consideration regarding water quality in projects?
When a project significantly impacts water resources, what should be done?
When a project significantly impacts water resources, what should be done?
Which of the following statements about water use is true?
Which of the following statements about water use is true?
Which of the following is an example of energy-efficient equipment?
Which of the following is an example of energy-efficient equipment?
In the context of Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP), what is a key responsible measure for managing water?
In the context of Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP), what is a key responsible measure for managing water?
What is the primary purpose of a monitoring plan for GHG emissions?
What is the primary purpose of a monitoring plan for GHG emissions?
Which of the following practices could help maintain total water demand within available supply?
Which of the following practices could help maintain total water demand within available supply?
Which renewable energy source is mentioned as being effective in creating useful energy from organic waste?
Which renewable energy source is mentioned as being effective in creating useful energy from organic waste?
What should be done before discharging contaminated water into receiving waters?
What should be done before discharging contaminated water into receiving waters?
What must a facility do if it exceeds a certain threshold regarding GHG emissions?
What must a facility do if it exceeds a certain threshold regarding GHG emissions?
Which of the following steps is NOT involved in setting up a successful monitoring plan for GHG emissions?
Which of the following steps is NOT involved in setting up a successful monitoring plan for GHG emissions?
Which energy efficiency measure involves the simultaneous generation of electricity and useful heat?
Which energy efficiency measure involves the simultaneous generation of electricity and useful heat?
Which of the following describes a benefit of using environmental management software in GHG reporting?
Which of the following describes a benefit of using environmental management software in GHG reporting?
What is one of the effects of properly managing biomass-based renewable energy systems?
What is one of the effects of properly managing biomass-based renewable energy systems?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy for pollution prevention and management?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy for pollution prevention and management?
When pollutants exceed national standards, what must the borrower do according to the mitigation hierarchy?
When pollutants exceed national standards, what must the borrower do according to the mitigation hierarchy?
What is essential to achieve before compensating or offsetting significant residual impacts?
What is essential to achieve before compensating or offsetting significant residual impacts?
In the context of pollution prevention, which action is prioritized if avoidance is deemed unfeasible?
In the context of pollution prevention, which action is prioritized if avoidance is deemed unfeasible?
To achieve positive environmental impacts, what must project activities be designed to do?
To achieve positive environmental impacts, what must project activities be designed to do?
What does water 'consumption' typically refer to in project impacts?
What does water 'consumption' typically refer to in project impacts?
Which measure is NOT included in the efforts to minimize water usage in projects?
Which measure is NOT included in the efforts to minimize water usage in projects?
What is a common consequence of significant water usage by a project?
What is a common consequence of significant water usage by a project?
How should potential impacts on water quality be approached in a significant project?
How should potential impacts on water quality be approached in a significant project?
Which of the following is essential for projects that contribute to water resource depletion?
Which of the following is essential for projects that contribute to water resource depletion?
What is the implication of evaluating alternative project locations concerning water usage?
What is the implication of evaluating alternative project locations concerning water usage?
Which practice is associated with managing the runoff of polluted water from construction projects?
Which practice is associated with managing the runoff of polluted water from construction projects?
What is an important consideration when ensuring water quality during a project's implementation?
What is an important consideration when ensuring water quality during a project's implementation?
What is one of the objectives of resource efficiency in pollution prevention management?
What is one of the objectives of resource efficiency in pollution prevention management?
Which requirement must a Borrower consider for applying resource efficiency?
Which requirement must a Borrower consider for applying resource efficiency?
In pollution prevention management, which category does involve management of waste?
In pollution prevention management, which category does involve management of waste?
What aspect of resource efficiency includes the management of water usage?
What aspect of resource efficiency includes the management of water usage?
Which principle is essential for evaluating effective pollution prevention management strategies?
Which principle is essential for evaluating effective pollution prevention management strategies?
What is a significant category under resource efficiency related to raw materials?
What is a significant category under resource efficiency related to raw materials?
What is a key focus of Hazardous Material Management within the pollution prevention framework?
What is a key focus of Hazardous Material Management within the pollution prevention framework?
Which outcome is primarily intended through effective management of air pollution?
Which outcome is primarily intended through effective management of air pollution?
What type of agents are included in the definition of hazardous materials?
What type of agents are included in the definition of hazardous materials?
Which of the following characteristics are indicative of hazardous chemicals?
Which of the following characteristics are indicative of hazardous chemicals?
Which of the following scenarios describes an environmental hazard?
Which of the following scenarios describes an environmental hazard?
What type of activity can lead to the classification of a substance as a hazardous material?
What type of activity can lead to the classification of a substance as a hazardous material?
Which of the following best describes a characteristic of chemicals considered physical hazards?
Which of the following best describes a characteristic of chemicals considered physical hazards?
Which of the following factors should the Borrower consider when addressing potential adverse project impacts on human health and the environment?
Which of the following factors should the Borrower consider when addressing potential adverse project impacts on human health and the environment?
What is one of the options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in project development?
What is one of the options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in project development?
Which type of pollution management includes the management of emissions from various sources such as nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide?
Which type of pollution management includes the management of emissions from various sources such as nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide?
What is a potential consequence of cumulative impacts that the Borrower needs to consider?
What is a potential consequence of cumulative impacts that the Borrower needs to consider?
When assessing air pollution, which approach is NOT typically considered?
When assessing air pollution, which approach is NOT typically considered?
Which management strategy focuses specifically on hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
Which management strategy focuses specifically on hazardous and non-hazardous waste?
What type of assessment is required if significant pollution poses a risk to human health and the environment and a third party cannot be identified?
What type of assessment is required if significant pollution poses a risk to human health and the environment and a third party cannot be identified?
Which of the following practices is aimed at managing greenhouse gas emissions effectively?
Which of the following practices is aimed at managing greenhouse gas emissions effectively?
What is a primary focus of the environmental and social assessment regarding water use?
What is a primary focus of the environmental and social assessment regarding water use?
Which raw materials management strategy is NOT mentioned as a measure for efficiency?
Which raw materials management strategy is NOT mentioned as a measure for efficiency?
Which measure is emphasized when avoiding the release of pollutants?
Which measure is emphasized when avoiding the release of pollutants?
What aspect of raw materials usage is prioritized in projects identified as significant users?
What aspect of raw materials usage is prioritized in projects identified as significant users?
Which statement best describes the scope of management measures regarding pollution?
Which statement best describes the scope of management measures regarding pollution?
What is a necessary action when pollutants cannot be completely avoided?
What is a necessary action when pollutants cannot be completely avoided?
In which project sectors is efficient raw materials use most crucial?
In which project sectors is efficient raw materials use most crucial?
What is an important characteristic of appropriate mitigation measures?
What is an important characteristic of appropriate mitigation measures?
What is a defining principle of resource efficiency in project implementation?
What is a defining principle of resource efficiency in project implementation?
Which of the following practices is NOT included in the management of air pollution?
Which of the following practices is NOT included in the management of air pollution?
What role do benchmarks play in evaluating resource efficiency?
What role do benchmarks play in evaluating resource efficiency?
What is a potential outcome of project-related emissions?
What is a potential outcome of project-related emissions?
How should measures for pesticide management be characterized?
How should measures for pesticide management be characterized?
In which context is resource efficiency defined as project-specific?
In which context is resource efficiency defined as project-specific?
Which of the following concepts does 'cleaner production' NOT emphasize?
Which of the following concepts does 'cleaner production' NOT emphasize?
What is the intention behind implementing technically feasible measures for resource efficiency?
What is the intention behind implementing technically feasible measures for resource efficiency?
What is a requirement for Borrowers when assessing the impacts of water use?
What is a requirement for Borrowers when assessing the impacts of water use?
What is a method to enhance efficiency in raw material usage?
What is a method to enhance efficiency in raw material usage?
How should pollutants be managed to comply with the guidelines?
How should pollutants be managed to comply with the guidelines?
What is one of the primary focuses of evaluating projects that use significant raw materials?
What is one of the primary focuses of evaluating projects that use significant raw materials?
Which scenario represents a best practice when managing pollution?
Which scenario represents a best practice when managing pollution?
In what way can projects associated with high raw material use enhance environmental practices?
In what way can projects associated with high raw material use enhance environmental practices?
Which of the following is a key aspect of pollution management in project planning?
Which of the following is a key aspect of pollution management in project planning?
What specific requirement must Borrowers follow when assessing cumulative impacts?
What specific requirement must Borrowers follow when assessing cumulative impacts?
Which of the following conventions specifically addresses the control of transboundary movements of hazardous wastes?
Which of the following conventions specifically addresses the control of transboundary movements of hazardous wastes?
What is a primary focus of the Minamata Convention on Mercury?
What is a primary focus of the Minamata Convention on Mercury?
Which type of substance is classified as a pesticide?
Which type of substance is classified as a pesticide?
What requirement must Borrowers fulfill concerning hazardous materials that are subject to international bans?
What requirement must Borrowers fulfill concerning hazardous materials that are subject to international bans?
Which international convention focuses on the prior informed consent for hazardous chemicals and pesticides in international trade?
Which international convention focuses on the prior informed consent for hazardous chemicals and pesticides in international trade?
What is the main concern regarding pesticide residues in food production?
What is the main concern regarding pesticide residues in food production?
In the context of environmental and social assessment, how should hazardous materials be handled?
In the context of environmental and social assessment, how should hazardous materials be handled?
What is the primary difference between water 'use' and water 'consumption'?
What is the primary difference between water 'use' and water 'consumption'?
What approach should Borrowers consider when using hazardous materials in manufacturing processes?
What approach should Borrowers consider when using hazardous materials in manufacturing processes?
In managing significant water usage, which measure is crucial for preventing adverse impacts on communities?
In managing significant water usage, which measure is crucial for preventing adverse impacts on communities?
Which practice is emphasized to mitigate negative impacts on water quality in projects?
Which practice is emphasized to mitigate negative impacts on water quality in projects?
What does the assimilative capacity of the environment refer to?
What does the assimilative capacity of the environment refer to?
Which factor does NOT influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
Which factor does NOT influence the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
What should be considered to manage water usage effectively in project planning?
What should be considered to manage water usage effectively in project planning?
What is a potential consequence of failing to manage water usage in projects effectively?
What is a potential consequence of failing to manage water usage in projects effectively?
Which of the following conditions is NOT considered when evaluating potential adverse project impacts?
Which of the following conditions is NOT considered when evaluating potential adverse project impacts?
What is defined as pollution from past activities with no current responsible party?
What is defined as pollution from past activities with no current responsible party?
Which of the following is NOT a measure suggested to minimize water usage?
Which of the following is NOT a measure suggested to minimize water usage?
In assessing environmental impacts, what aspect of soil is NOT typically analyzed?
In assessing environmental impacts, what aspect of soil is NOT typically analyzed?
How can the adverse effects on water quality be mitigated during a project's implementation?
How can the adverse effects on water quality be mitigated during a project's implementation?
Why is evaluating alternative project locations a relevant measure for managing water use?
Why is evaluating alternative project locations a relevant measure for managing water use?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Borrower regarding historical pollution?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Borrower regarding historical pollution?
What factor could compromise the assimilative capacity of the soil?
What factor could compromise the assimilative capacity of the soil?
Which element is least likely to be associated with the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
Which element is least likely to be associated with the assimilative capacity of receiving water bodies?
What characteristic must a pesticide formulation possess to be considered acceptable under the outlined regulations?
What characteristic must a pesticide formulation possess to be considered acceptable under the outlined regulations?
Which of the following is a criterion for the selection of pesticides according to the provided guidelines?
Which of the following is a criterion for the selection of pesticides according to the provided guidelines?
What is the priority strategy promoted for pest management as per the guidelines?
What is the priority strategy promoted for pest management as per the guidelines?
Which type of pesticide is NOT permissible under the restrictions outlined for borrowers?
Which type of pesticide is NOT permissible under the restrictions outlined for borrowers?
What is one of the recommended practices to minimize the resistance development in pests?
What is one of the recommended practices to minimize the resistance development in pests?
What is the requirement for the handling and disposal of pesticides as per the guidelines?
What is the requirement for the handling and disposal of pesticides as per the guidelines?
Which type of pesticide requires special attention regarding accessibility to untrained individuals?
Which type of pesticide requires special attention regarding accessibility to untrained individuals?
What is a critical consideration when registering pesticides for use?
What is a critical consideration when registering pesticides for use?
What is an effective method for minimizing evaporation in water management?
What is an effective method for minimizing evaporation in water management?
Which measure is NOT associated with improving agricultural water use efficiency?
Which measure is NOT associated with improving agricultural water use efficiency?
What is the primary goal of developing a detailed water balance in high-water demand projects?
What is the primary goal of developing a detailed water balance in high-water demand projects?
Which strategy is essential for promoting soil-water conservation measures?
Which strategy is essential for promoting soil-water conservation measures?
Which of the following methods would support water accounting effectively?
Which of the following methods would support water accounting effectively?
What role do incentives play in improving net consumptive use in agriculture?
What role do incentives play in improving net consumptive use in agriculture?
How can improving irrigation systems contribute to water resource management?
How can improving irrigation systems contribute to water resource management?
Which practice is least likely to promote better management of animal wastes?
Which practice is least likely to promote better management of animal wastes?
What is one of the recommended measures for minimizing water consumption in projects?
What is one of the recommended measures for minimizing water consumption in projects?
What does water 'consumption' refer to?
What does water 'consumption' refer to?
Which of the following impacts is related to water quality?
Which of the following impacts is related to water quality?
What should efforts focus on when a project significantly depletes water resources?
What should efforts focus on when a project significantly depletes water resources?
What is a consequence of contaminated wastewater from projects?
What is a consequence of contaminated wastewater from projects?
Which measure is NOT mentioned as a strategy for minimizing adverse impacts on water use in projects?
Which measure is NOT mentioned as a strategy for minimizing adverse impacts on water use in projects?
What is a suggested action regarding post-project runoff?
What is a suggested action regarding post-project runoff?
How can water consumption offsets help in resource management?
How can water consumption offsets help in resource management?
What is the first step the Borrower should take if significant risk to human health from pollution is identified?
What is the first step the Borrower should take if significant risk to human health from pollution is identified?
Which factor should the Borrower consider when evaluating potential adverse project impacts on human health and environment?
Which factor should the Borrower consider when evaluating potential adverse project impacts on human health and environment?
Which of the following is NOT a strategy to reduce air pollution?
Which of the following is NOT a strategy to reduce air pollution?
Which option is a method for addressing greenhouse gas emissions according to the Borrower's obligations?
Which option is a method for addressing greenhouse gas emissions according to the Borrower's obligations?
What factor is NOT relevant to the cumulative impacts on human health and environment considered by the Borrower?
What factor is NOT relevant to the cumulative impacts on human health and environment considered by the Borrower?
In managing air pollution, what is a viable approach for reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
In managing air pollution, what is a viable approach for reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
Which of the following describes a potential cumulative impact that the Borrower must evaluate?
Which of the following describes a potential cumulative impact that the Borrower must evaluate?
What is a recommended method for the Borrower to improve energy efficiency?
What is a recommended method for the Borrower to improve energy efficiency?
What aspect should the Borrower's environmental and social assessment focus on regarding water use?
What aspect should the Borrower's environmental and social assessment focus on regarding water use?
Which measure is essential for achieving efficient use of raw materials in projects?
Which measure is essential for achieving efficient use of raw materials in projects?
What is the primary objective of pollution prevention and management measures?
What is the primary objective of pollution prevention and management measures?
Which type of impacts should be assessed regarding cumulative impacts of water use?
Which type of impacts should be assessed regarding cumulative impacts of water use?
Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned for managing raw material use?
Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned for managing raw material use?
What does the Borrower have to ensure regarding pollutants' release?
What does the Borrower have to ensure regarding pollutants' release?
Why is it crucial to evaluate both emission flows and emission loads?
Why is it crucial to evaluate both emission flows and emission loads?
Which of the following practices can NOT be minimized as part of pollution prevention efforts?
Which of the following practices can NOT be minimized as part of pollution prevention efforts?
What is the primary goal of pest management practices?
What is the primary goal of pest management practices?
Which strategy is emphasized in effective pest management?
Which strategy is emphasized in effective pest management?
What is a critical step for projects with significant pest management issues?
What is a critical step for projects with significant pest management issues?
How should pesticides be utilized according to best practices?
How should pesticides be utilized according to best practices?
Which statement about pest management approaches is accurate?
Which statement about pest management approaches is accurate?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a Pest Management Plan (PMP)?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a Pest Management Plan (PMP)?
What aspect of pesticide use is essential for reducing negative impacts?
What aspect of pesticide use is essential for reducing negative impacts?
What best describes the relationship between pest management and environmental health?
What best describes the relationship between pest management and environmental health?
What qualifies a facility to discontinue GHG emissions monitoring for five consecutive years?
What qualifies a facility to discontinue GHG emissions monitoring for five consecutive years?
Which of the following is considered a characteristic of hazardous waste?
Which of the following is considered a characteristic of hazardous waste?
Which of the following statements about non-hazardous waste is accurate?
Which of the following statements about non-hazardous waste is accurate?
In the absence of national legislation on hazardous waste, what should a Borrower do?
In the absence of national legislation on hazardous waste, what should a Borrower do?
What is a critical requirement for contractors hired for hazardous waste management?
What is a critical requirement for contractors hired for hazardous waste management?
Which waste types are included in the definition of non-hazardous waste?
Which waste types are included in the definition of non-hazardous waste?
What documentation must be obtained during the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste?
What documentation must be obtained during the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste?
What is a requirement for hazardous waste disposal sites?
What is a requirement for hazardous waste disposal sites?
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Implementing measures to improve the efficient use of energy, water, raw materials, and other resources, integrating cleaner production principles into product design and processes.
Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Integrating pollution reduction and resource conservation (water, energy, raw materials) into product/process design.
Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing project performance against established standards (e.g., energy/water use per unit, by climate zone) to evaluate resource efficiency.
Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released to the air, water, or land caused by projects, both routine and accidental. Includes short & long-lived pollutants.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials with potential health risks, requiring special management.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and minimizing the release of pollutants into the environment.
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Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices in the industry on environmental, health, and safety issues.
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Guidelines for managing and minimizing environmental, health, and safety impacts from projects.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Methods to use less energy, including cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, process changes, and more efficient equipment.
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Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Energy from natural sources like solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, and biomass.
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Biomass-based renewable energy
Biomass-based renewable energy
Uses organic waste to produce energy and often combines with pollution control measures like anaerobic digestion.
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GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
A plan that identifies GHG sources, data collection methods, and data calculation/quality checks.
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Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
A recordkeeping requirement triggered when a facility exceeds a certain threshold or involves specific emission categories.
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GHG Reporting Submission
GHG Reporting Submission
Submitting GHG emissions data using the online e-GGRT tool.
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Wastewater Management
Wastewater Management
Managing wastewater to minimize environmental impact and public health risks.
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Project Infrastructure
Project Infrastructure
The physical part of a project, including buildings, roads, and utilities.
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Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
Protecting workers from workplace hazards.
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Energy Use
Energy Use
Consumption of energy in a project or operation.
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Water Use
Water Use
Consumption of water in a project or operation.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling and disposal of potentially dangerous materials.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Minimizing resource use while maintaining productivity.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using resources (energy, water, materials) less while maintaining performance.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Reducing pollution before it enters the environment
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Environmental Impacts
Environmental Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and reducing pollution.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials potentially harmful to health, requiring particular handling.
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Harmful substances in the air.
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Sustainable Use
Sustainable Use
Using resources without depleting them for future generations.
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Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention Management (Scope & Requirements)
Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention Management (Scope & Requirements)
Applies to energy use, water use, material use, and preventing negative effects on environment or health from project activities
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using less energy, water, and raw materials while maintaining productivity in a project or operation.
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Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released into the air, water, or land from a project, including routine and accidental releases.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials with potential harm to health or the environment, needing special management.
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Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Reducing pollution and conserving resources (water, energy, raw materials) in project design and processes.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing a project's performance against industry standards, like water/energy use per unit (building/person etc).
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Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices for environmental, health, and safety in the industry.
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Guidelines for minimizing environmental, health, and safety risks from projects.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and minimizing the release of pollutants into the environment
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Wastewater Management
Wastewater Management
Handling wastewater to lessen harm to the environment and public health.
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Project Infrastructure
Project Infrastructure
The physical parts of a project, including buildings, roads, and utilities.
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Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational Health & Safety
Protecting workers from workplace hazards.
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Energy Use
Energy Use
The consumption of energy by a project or operation.
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Water Use
Water Use
Consumption of water by a project or operation.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling and disposal of dangerous materials.
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Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Measures to ensure safety involving life and fire.
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Waste Management
Waste Management
Proper handling and disposal of waste.
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Noise Management
Noise Management
Reducing noise levels to acceptable limits.
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Emergency Preparedness and Response
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Planning for and reacting to emergencies.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using resources like water, energy, and materials in a more productive way.
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Energy Use (Project)
Energy Use (Project)
Consumption of energy in a specified project.
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GHG Emission Monitoring
GHG Emission Monitoring
Evaluating and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from sources to a governing body (like EPA), using specific thresholds.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste with properties posing dangers to human health or the environment
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Non-Hazardous Waste
Non-Hazardous Waste
Waste materials not deemed hazardous under national regulations.
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Hazardous Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Management
Correct handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste, following national laws.
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GIIP Alternatives
GIIP Alternatives
Environmental and safe handling methods for hazardous waste management if national laws aren't available.
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Emission Thresholds
Emission Thresholds
Specific emission levels for ceasing monitoring and reporting GHG emissions (e.g., below 25,000 mt/yr).
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Reputable Contractors
Reputable Contractors
Companies licensed by proper authorities to handle hazardous waste transport and disposal.
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Chain of Custody
Chain of Custody
Verification that hazardous waste is handled and moved correctly from start to finish.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste at its source. It's the best environmental approach.
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Recycling
Recycling
Collecting, processing, and remanufacturing used materials into new products. Includes composting.
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Energy Recovery
Energy Recovery
Turning non-recyclable waste into usable energy (heat, electricity, fuel).
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Treatment (Waste)
Treatment (Waste)
Reducing waste volume and toxicity before disposal. Includes physical, chemical, and biological methods.
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Landfill Disposal
Landfill Disposal
A common way to dispose of waste, which is part of an integrated waste management system.
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Waste Management Hierarchy
Waste Management Hierarchy
Ranks strategies for managing non-hazardous waste based on environmental impact, from most to least preferred.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for managing pests in a project, keeping them below economically damaging levels, integrating non-chemical methods, and safely using pesticides if needed.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to prevent economic damage, using mostly non-chemical methods, and carefully applying pesticides if needed.
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Economically Damaging Levels
Economically Damaging Levels
The pest population level that causes significant financial harm to a project or business.
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Non-chemical Pest Control
Non-chemical Pest Control
Pest control methods that don't use pesticides, such as traps, barriers, and biological controls.
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Pesticide Application
Pesticide Application
Using pesticides in a way that minimizes harm to beneficial organisms, people, and the environment.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without exceeding an unacceptable risk to human health and the environment.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities where no party has been assigned responsibility for cleanup.
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Pollutant
Pollutant
A substance that causes pollution and harm to the environment or human health.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities without a clear responsible party.
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Health Risk Assessment
Health Risk Assessment
Evaluation of potential health hazards from pollution.
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GIIP
GIIP
Best practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Guidelines for environmental, health, and safety in projects.
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Release of harmful substances into the air.
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Air Pollutants
Air Pollutants
Substances released into the air that can harm the environment.
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GHG Emissions
GHG Emissions
Greenhouse gas releases from a project or facility.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to reduce pollution before it occurs.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Methods to use less energy, including cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, process changes, and more efficient equipment.
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Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Energy from natural sources like solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, and biomass.
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Biomass-based renewable energy
Biomass-based renewable energy
Uses organic waste to produce energy and often combines with pollution control measures like anaerobic digestion.
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GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
A plan that identifies GHG sources, data collection methods, and data calculation/quality checks.
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Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
A recordkeeping requirement triggered when a facility exceeds a certain threshold or involves specific emission categories.
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GHG Reporting Submission
GHG Reporting Submission
Submitting GHG emissions data using the online e-GGRT tool.
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Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, process changes, leak elimination, insulation and use of efficient equipment such as motors, compressors, pumps etc.
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Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Solar power, hydro, wind, geothermal, sustainable biomass.
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GHG Emission Source Identification
GHG Emission Source Identification
Identifying the specific sources of greenhouse gases within an industry source category, including what's included and excluded.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-designed facilities that comply with state and national regulations for location, design, operation, and monitoring.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or item posing a health or physical hazard, including carcinogens, toxic substances, and materials that can release harmful substances.
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Includes carcinogens, toxics, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, toxins affecting organs (e.g., liver, kidneys, nervous system), agents damaging lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes, and substances like flammable liquids, compressed gases etc.
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Substances that present risks to people, plants, or animals from disposal, storage, or transportation.
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Pesticide Restrictions
Pesticide Restrictions
Rules limiting the use of pesticides to comply with international conventions and standards, focusing on those potentially harmful to humans, the environment, or nontarget organisms.
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Pesticide Selection Criteria
Pesticide Selection Criteria
Criteria to consider when choosing pesticides, including minimal human health impact, pest effectiveness, and minimal harm to the environment. Safety for humans and animals, resistance prevention, and registered or authorized use are also important.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A preferred pest control method using a combination of ecologically based practices to reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides, involving farmer-driven strategies.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines - guidelines for managing environmental, health, and safety impacts from projects, including pesticide use.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for managing pests in a project, keeping them below damaging levels, integrating non-chemical methods, and using pesticides safely when needed.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to prevent economic damage, prioritizing non-chemical methods, and using pesticides carefully.
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Economically Damaging Levels
Economically Damaging Levels
The pest population level causing significant financial harm to a project or business.
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Non-chemical Pest Control
Non-chemical Pest Control
Pest control methods that don't use pesticides, such as traps, barriers, and biological controls.
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Pesticide Application
Pesticide Application
Using pesticides in a way that minimizes harm to beneficial organisms, people, and the environment.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without exceeding an unacceptable risk to human health and the environment.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities where no party has been assigned responsibility for cleanup.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste at its source, the most environmentally friendly approach.
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Recycling
Recycling
Collecting, processing, and remanufacturing used materials into new products, including composting.
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Energy Recovery
Energy Recovery
Converting non-recyclable waste into usable heat, electricity, or fuel through processes like combustion, gasification, or landfill gas recovery.
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Waste Treatment
Waste Treatment
Reducing waste volume and toxicity before disposal using physical, chemical, or biological methods.
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Landfill Disposal
Landfill Disposal
A common waste disposal method, part of an integrated waste management system.
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Waste Management Hierarchy
Waste Management Hierarchy
Ranks various waste management strategies from most to least environmentally preferred.
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Water Use Efficiency Measures
Water Use Efficiency Measures
Techniques and policies to use less water while maintaining productivity, especially in agriculture.
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Water Balance
Water Balance
Detailed accounting of water inflows, outflows, and storage in a system, often used to manage water allocation and conservation.
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Irrigation Scheduling
Irrigation Scheduling
Optimizing timing and amount of water given to crops, reducing waste.
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Water Quality Management
Water Quality Management
Strategies to control and improve the quality of water by reducing fertilizer and waste runoff.
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Project Water Demand
Project Water Demand
The amount of water a project needs for its operations.
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Adverse Impacts on Water Resources
Adverse Impacts on Water Resources
Negative outcomes resulting from a project's use of water resources on affected communities, other water users, or the environment.
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Water Use Efficiency Benchmarking
Water Use Efficiency Benchmarking
Comparing project water use to industry standards to identify and adopt more efficient methods.
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Water Accounting
Water Accounting
Estimating water flows, fluxes, stocks, and consumption using data from remote sensing and in-situ sensors.
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Technical and Policy Measures
Technical and Policy Measures
Actions like implementing reverse osmosis systems, dry cooling, and improved irrigation to better manage water use.
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Soil-Water Conservation
Soil-Water Conservation
Improving soil health to retain more water through practices like conservation tillage and crop residue.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-designed facilities that meet state and national regulations for location, design, operation, and monitoring.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or item that poses a health or physical hazard, including carcinogens, toxic substances, and materials that can release harmful substances.
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Includes carcinogens, toxic substances, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, organ-damaging toxins (liver, kidneys, nervous system), lung/skin/eye/mucous membrane damaging agents, and flammable/hazardous materials like compressed gases.
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Substances that, during transport, storage, or disposal, pose risks to people, plants, or animals.
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Pesticide Restrictions
Pesticide Restrictions
Rules limiting pesticide use to meet international standards, focusing on harmful substances to humans, the environment, or non-target organisms.
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Pesticide Selection Criteria
Pesticide Selection Criteria
Standards for choosing pesticides, including minimal health impact, effectiveness against pests, and minimal harm to the environment.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A preferred pest control method using ecologically based practices to lower reliance on chemical pesticides.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines for managing environmental, health, and safety impacts from projects.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for controlling pests at safe and tolerable levels, using mostly non-chemical methods and pesticides carefully when needed.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to prevent financial damages, prioritizing non-chemical methods and controlling pesticide use.
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International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
Agreements between countries to manage hazardous materials, including transportation, production, use, and disposal.
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Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention
International agreement tackling persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
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Rotterdam Convention
Rotterdam Convention
International agreement requiring prior informed consent for hazardous chemicals in trade.
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Montreal Protocol
Montreal Protocol
International treaty protecting the ozone layer by phasing out ozone-depleting substances.
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Minamata Convention
Minamata Convention
International agreement targeting mercury—a hazardous substance.
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Basel Convention
Basel Convention
Agreement controlling the transboundary movement of hazardous waste.
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Hazardous Materials (Non-Pesticide)
Hazardous Materials (Non-Pesticide)
Chemicals or materials subject to international bans, restrictions, or phase-outs.
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Pesticide
Pesticide
Substance to kill, repel, or control plant or animal pests.
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Chemical & Hazardous Material Management
Chemical & Hazardous Material Management
Minimizing and controlling release and use of hazardous materials in project activities.
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Less Hazardous Substitutes
Less Hazardous Substitutes
Alternatives to hazardous materials in manufacturing or operations.
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Technical Feasibility
Technical Feasibility
The assessment of a project's practicality through available skills, equipment, and materials, considering local conditions like climate and infrastructure.
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Financial Feasibility
Financial Feasibility
Evaluating the project's viability based on whether extra costs to implement the proposed actions/measures compared to project costs (including operating and maintenance costs) would make it unfeasible for the project to go on.
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EHS General Guidelines
EHS General Guidelines
Technical documents with examples of best industry practices for managing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) impacts; required when World Bank Group members participate.
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Benchmarking (Engineering approach)
Benchmarking (Engineering approach)
Using best available techniques to compare one engineering approach against another when specific benchmarks are unavailable.
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Site-Specific Targets
Site-Specific Targets
Performance targets in EHS guidelines tailored to a specific project's environment and circumstances.
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Host Country Regulations
Host Country Regulations
Rules and standards about environmental, health, and safety enforced within a specific country where a project takes place
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Justification for Alternatives
Justification for Alternatives
A detailed explanation supporting alternative EHS levels/measures if they differ from the guidelines, showing they do not compromise human health or the environment.
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Environmental (EHS Guidelines)
Environmental (EHS Guidelines)
EHS Guidelines part focusing on environmental issues like air emissions, ambient air quality, and energy conservation.
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Community Health and Safety (EHS Guidelines)
Community Health and Safety (EHS Guidelines)
EHS Guidelines part discussing community health and safety, with examples of water quality and availability and structural safety.
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Resource Efficiency
Using energy, water, and raw materials in a more productive and less wasteful way.
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Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Reducing pollution & conserving resources during product design and production processes.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing a project's resource use (energy, water, etc.) against industry standards to see how efficient it is.
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Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released to the air, land, or water from a project, both planned and accidental.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste potentially harmful to health or the environment needing special handling.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Minimizing the release of pollutants into the environment.
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Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices for environmental, health, and safety in the industry.
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Guidelines for managing and minimizing environmental, health, and safety risks in projects.
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Energy Use (Project)
Energy Use (Project)
The total amount of energy consumed by a project.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
The total amount of water consumed by a project.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
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Water Use Efficiency
Water Use Efficiency
Improving how efficiently water is used in a project, reducing waste and negative impacts on the environment or other users.
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Water Balance
Water Balance
A detailed accounting of water flows (availability and consumption) in a project area.
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Water Allocation
Water Allocation
Distributing the available water supply among different users and purposes.
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Mitigation Measures
Mitigation Measures
Steps taken to lessen the negative consequences of a project on water quality and quantity.
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Project Re-siting
Project Re-siting
Changing the location of a project to avoid negative impacts on water resources.
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Water Use Efficiency Technologies
Water Use Efficiency Technologies
Methods to use less water while maintaining project productivity.
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Irrigation Scheduling
Irrigation Scheduling
Optimizing irrigation timing for crops to reduce water waste.
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Recycled Urban Water
Recycled Urban Water
Using treated wastewater from urban areas for irrigation or other purposes.
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Soil-Water Conservation
Soil-Water Conservation
Techniques to improve water retention in the soil and prevent runoff.
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Rational Fertilizer Use
Rational Fertilizer Use
Using fertilizers in a way that minimizes water pollution.
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Water Accounting
Water Accounting
Tracking and evaluating water flows in projects using remote sensing and sensors.
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Industry Standards
Industry Standards
Established best practices for water use efficiency in a specific industry.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Evaluating a project's performance against industry standards regarding water use.
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High-Water Demand Projects
High-Water Demand Projects
Projects that use a significant amount of water, potentially affecting communities and the environment.
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GHG Emission Monitoring Stop
GHG Emission Monitoring Stop
A facility can stop monitoring and reporting GHG emissions to the EPA if their emissions are below 25,000 mt/yr for five consecutive years, or under 15,000 mt/yr for three consecutive years.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste with properties that are dangerous or harmful to human health or the environment, including explosive, flammable, poisonous, toxic, ecotoxic, or infectious substances.
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Non-Hazardous Waste
Non-Hazardous Waste
Waste that isn't considered hazardous under national laws; includes paper, wood, plastics, glass, chemicals, metals, and e-waste.
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Hazardous Waste Management (National Legislation)
Hazardous Waste Management (National Legislation)
The procedure for storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous waste when national legislation exists.
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Hazardous Waste Management (No National Legislation)
Hazardous Waste Management (No National Legislation)
The use of GIIP alternatives for environmentally sound and safe management and disposal of hazardous waste when no national legislation exists.
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Reputable Contractors
Reputable Contractors
Companies certified by relevant authorities and trustworthy for hazardous waste management.
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Chain of Custody Documentation
Chain of Custody Documentation
Verification of the accurate handling and movement of hazardous waste during transportation and disposal.
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Licensed Disposal Sites
Licensed Disposal Sites
Disposal sites authorized by the government to handle hazardous waste safely.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-engineered facilities designed, located, operated, and monitored to meet state and national regulations.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or item, like carcinogens, toxins, or flammables that poses a risk to health or the environment
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Includes harmful substances like carcinogens, toxins, irritants, and flammable materials, affecting various systems.
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Substances causing environmental or safety risks during transportation, handling, or disposal; harm to people, plants or animals, spills, leaks, or emissions are risks.
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Pesticide Restrictions
Pesticide Restrictions
Rules limiting pesticide use to comply with international standards, prioritizing safety for humans, environment, and nontarget organisms.
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Pesticide Selection Criteria
Pesticide Selection Criteria
Factors to consider when choosing pesticides: minimal human health impact, effectiveness against pests, minimal environmental harm; includes safety of humans and animals, and preventing pest resistance.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A preferred pest control method emphasizing ecologically based practices to reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides, focused on farmer-driven strategies, and reduces dependence on chemical pesticides.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines – guidelines for managing environmental, health, and safety impacts from projects. It includes regulations and rules for pesticide application.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for managing pests in a project to maintain below damaging levels, integrating non-chemical methods with safe pesticide application.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to avoid economic damage, prioritising non-chemical methods and using pesticides carefully.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using energy, water, and raw materials efficiently in a project, while maintaining productivity.
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Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Reducing pollution and conserving resources (energy, water, raw materials) in product and process design.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing a project's performance against industry standards (e.g., energy/water use per unit) to evaluate resource efficiency.
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Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released into the air, water, or land from a project, both routine and accidental.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials that are potentially harmful to health or the environment, requiring special handling.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and minimizing pollution from projects by avoiding or minimizing pollutant release.
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Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices in the industry for environmental, health, and safety issues.
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Guidelines for managing risks and impacts from projects on environmental, health, and safety.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Methods to reduce energy consumption in a project, often using more efficient equipment.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
Consumption of water in a project or operation.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling, storage, and disposal of potentially dangerous materials.
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Technical Feasibility
Technical Feasibility
The ability of proposed project measures to be implemented using available skills, equipment, materials, and considering local factors like climate, infrastructure, and security.
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Financial Feasibility
Financial Feasibility
Examines the project's budget, considering extra costs and whether these new costs make the project too expensive for the borrower.
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EHS General Guidelines
EHS General Guidelines
Technical guidelines (reference documents) for environmental, health, and safety standards for projects, providing examples of industry best practices.
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Best-Available-Techniques
Best-Available-Techniques
Using the most current and effective methods available for benchmarking engineering approaches if established benchmarks are lacking.
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Site-Specific Targets
Site-Specific Targets
Specific environmental, health, and safety standards and timelines for existing facilities applying EHS Guidelines.
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Host Country Regulations
Host Country Regulations
Local laws and rules in a particular country that must be followed in projects.
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Project Justification
Project Justification
Detailed explanation for any alternative environmental, health, and safety levels used that are less stringent than the EHS Guidelines.
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Wastewater Management
Wastewater Management
Managing wastewater to minimize environmental impact and public health risks.
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Project Infrastructure
Project Infrastructure
The physical elements of a project, like buildings, roads, and utilities.
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Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational Health & Safety
Protecting workers from workplace hazards.
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Energy Use (Project)
Energy Use (Project)
Consumption of energy by a project or operation.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
Consumption of water in a project or operation.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling and disposal of potentially hazardous materials.
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Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Measures to ensure safety involving life and fire.
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Waste Management
Waste Management
Proper handling and disposal of waste.
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Noise Management
Noise Management
Reducing noise levels to acceptable limits.
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Emergency Preparedness & Response
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Planning for and reacting to emergencies.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using resources (energy, water, materials) less while maintaining performance and productivity.
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Energy Use
Energy Use
The consumption of energy in a project or operation.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-engineered facilities designed and operated to meet state and national regulations for location, design, operation, and monitoring.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or material that poses health or physical risks, including carcinogens, toxins, and substances releasing harmful elements.
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Includes carcinogens, toxins, reproductive hazards, irritants, corrosives, organ-damaging agents, and harmful substances affecting lungs, skin, or eyes, as well as flammable liquids, compressed gases, and more.
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Materials that pose risks to people, plants, or animals during transportation, storage, or disposal, including leakages, spills, and emissions.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to reduce pollution before it occurs, aiming for the best environmental outcome.
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Mitigation Hierarchy
Mitigation Hierarchy
A process for managing environmental risks by prioritizing prevention over control and requiring the implementation of the least impactful measure to ensure environmental protection.
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National Standards
National Standards
Legally mandated environmental limits for emissions and pollution.
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EHSGs (Environmental Health and Safety Guidelines)
EHSGs (Environmental Health and Safety Guidelines)
Guidelines recommending best practices for minimizing environmental, health, and safety risks in projects.
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Sustainable Development Opportunities
Sustainable Development Opportunities
Identifying ways a project can positively impact the environment and community.
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Minimize project risks and impacts
Minimize project risks and impacts
Reducing the negative effects of project activities to acceptable levels.
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Mitigate risks and impacts
Mitigate risks and impacts
Implementing measures to reduce identified risks and impacts after they have been minimized or reduced.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste at its source, the most environmentally-friendly method.
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Compensate or offset
Compensate or offset
Make up for or counterbalance significant residual environmental impacts. For example, planting trees in areas affected by project activity.
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Project Design for Risk Minimization
Project Design for Risk Minimization
Designing project activities to reduce risks and maximize benefits, particularly for vulnerable communities and to achieve positive environmental impacts.
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Recycling
Recycling
Collecting, processing, and reusing used materials to create new products, including composting.
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Energy Recovery
Energy Recovery
Converting non-recyclable waste into energy (heat, electricity, fuel) through processes like combustion, gasification.
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Treatment (Waste)
Treatment (Waste)
Reducing waste volume and toxicity before disposal, using physical, chemical, or biological processes.
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Landfill Disposal
Landfill Disposal
A common waste disposal method, an important part of a complete waste management system.
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Waste Management Hierarchy
Waste Management Hierarchy
A ranking system for waste management strategies, from most to least environmentally preferred.
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Water Use
Water Use
The consumption of water in a project or operation, including withdrawals and applications.
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Significant Water Impacts
Significant Water Impacts
Water use levels or effects that potentially harm communities, other water users or the environment seriously.
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Techniques to reduce water use, such as using less water in operations or finding alternative water sources.
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Alternative Water Supplies
Alternative Water Supplies
Water sources other than traditional ones, like treated wastewater or desalinated water.
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Water Consumption Offsets
Water Consumption Offsets
Strategies to maintain the current water demand, ensuring the available water supply is not exceeded.
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Alternative Project Locations
Alternative Project Locations
Evaluating other sites for the project to avoid or lessen negative effects on water availability and quality.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water quality, considering wastewater contamination and waste from construction, agriculture, and industry.
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Water Use/Consumption
Water Use/Consumption
Water use is withdrawals or application while water consumption is water no longer available in the system (due to evaporation or transpiration, for example).
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Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
The best industry practices for handling environmental, health, and safety issues related to project wastewater and runoff.
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Cumulative Water Impacts
Cumulative Water Impacts
Assessing how water use by a project affects communities, other water users, and the environment, considering both short-term and long-term effects.
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Mitigation Measures
Mitigation Measures
Actions taken to lessen or prevent negative impacts of a project on the environment and communities.
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Raw Materials Use
Raw Materials Use
The amount of raw materials used in a project, including ways to use less or better raw materials.
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Pollution Release
Pollution Release
The emission of pollutants to air, land, or water by a project, which requires avoiding or minimizing releases, following national rules and EHSGs.
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Environmental & Social Assessment
Environmental & Social Assessment
Evaluation of the potential effects of a project, including water use on communities and the environment, and deciding what actions to take to reduce these effects.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines. These are guidelines for managing environmental, health, and safety risks in projects.
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GIIP
GIIP
Good International Industry Practice(GIIP). Best practices in an industry for environmental, health, and safety.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities without clear responsibility.
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Health Risk Assessment
Health Risk Assessment
Evaluation of potential health dangers from pollution.
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GIIP
GIIP
Best practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Guidelines for environmental, health, and safety in projects.
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Release of harmful substances into the air.
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Air Pollutants
Air Pollutants
Substances harming the environment.
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GHG Emissions
GHG Emissions
Greenhouse gas releases from projects or facilities.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to avoid pollution.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
Environment's ability to absorb pollutants.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Methods to use less energy, including cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, and more efficient equipment.
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Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Energy from natural sources like solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass.
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Biomass-based Renewable Energy
Biomass-based Renewable Energy
Using organic waste to produce energy, often combined with pollution control.
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GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
A plan identifying GHG sources, data collection methods, and data analysis procedures.
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Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping requirement for facilities exceeding a certain emission threshold or specific source categories.
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GHG Reporting Submission
GHG Reporting Submission
Submitting GHG emission data via the online e-GGRT tool.
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Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, process changes, leak elimination, insulation, and use of efficient equipment like motors, compressors, pumps, and lighting fixtures.
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Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Solar power, wind, hydro, geothermal, and sustainable biomass.
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GHG Emission Source Identification
GHG Emission Source Identification
Identifying specific sources of GHGs within a particular industry source category, noting included and excluded sources.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for managing pests in a project, keeping them below harmful levels, using mainly non-chemical methods, and using pesticides safely when needed.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to prevent significant economic damage, prioritizing non-chemical methods, and carefully using pesticides.
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Economically Damaging Levels
Economically Damaging Levels
The pest population level that causes significant financial harm to a project.
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Non-chemical Pest Control
Non-chemical Pest Control
Pest control methods that don't use pesticides, using traps, barriers, or biological controls.
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Pesticide Application
Pesticide Application
Using pesticides in a way that minimizes harm to beneficial organisms, people, and the environment.
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International Conventions
International Conventions
Agreements between countries to manage hazardous waste and chemicals.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste that poses a threat to health or the environment.
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Pesticides
Pesticides
Chemicals used to control pests (plants or animals).
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Basel Convention
Basel Convention
International agreement on the transboundary (across borders) movement of dangerous wastes.
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Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention
International agreement to limit the use of persistent organic pollutants.
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Rotterdam Convention
Rotterdam Convention
Agreement on prior consent for certain hazardous chemicals in international trade.
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Montreal Protocol
Montreal Protocol
Treaty to protect the ozone layer by reducing ozone-depleting substances.
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Minamata Convention
Minamata Convention
Deal with mercury, limiting its use, production, and release as a pollutant.
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Chemical Bans/Restrictions
Chemical Bans/Restrictions
International rules or agreements that prevent or limit the use of certain chemicals.
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Hazardous Material Management
Hazardous Material Management
Safe handling, storage, transport, and disposal of harmful substances.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using fewer resources (like energy, water, or materials) while still maintaining the desired productivity.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to reduce pollution before it's generated.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and minimizing the release of pollutants into the environment.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials that could pose a risk to human health or the environment.
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Resource Efficiency & Pollution Prevention (Scope & Requirements)
Resource Efficiency & Pollution Prevention (Scope & Requirements)
Focuses on better resource use (energy, water, materials) and preventing harm (to people, environment). Needs to match project aims/objectives and resources.
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Environmental, Health, Safety & General Requirements
Environmental, Health, Safety & General Requirements
The standards of care required to protect the environment, worker safety, community well-being and projects operation.
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Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency
Using less energy to accomplish the same task.
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Water Use
Water Use
Managing the quantity of water needed for project activities.
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Material Use
Material Use
Managing the amount of materials used in a project.
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Technical Feasibility
Technical Feasibility
Whether proposed project measures can be implemented using available skills, equipment, and materials, considering local factors like climate, infrastructure, and capacity.
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Financial Feasibility
Financial Feasibility
If the incremental costs (additional expenses) of project actions are affordable, considering project investments, related operations, and maintenance.
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EHS General Guidelines
EHS General Guidelines
Technical documents providing general and industry-specific examples of Good International Industry Practice (GIIP) for environmental, health, and safety.
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Benchmarking Approach
Benchmarking Approach
Using the best available techniques to compare engineering approaches as no established benchmarks are available.
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Site-Specific Targets (EHS)
Site-Specific Targets (EHS)
Specific performance levels and measures for existing facilities based on local circumstances, following the EHS Guidelines.
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Host Country Regulations
Host Country Regulations
Regulations within the host country that outline more stringent levels and measures for protecting human health and the environment in projects.
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Justification for Alternatives (EHS)
Justification for Alternatives (EHS)
Detailed justification required if project circumstances necessitate different levels or measures compared to the EHS Guidelines, emphasizing protection of human health and the environment.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using energy, water, and raw materials efficiently in projects while maintaining productivity.
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Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released into air, water, and land due to project activities, both accidental and routine.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials potentially harmful to health and environment, needing special handling and disposal.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and minimizing the release of pollutants into the environment.
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Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Integrating pollution prevention and resource conservation into product and process design.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing a project's performance to industry standards to assess resource efficiency.
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GIIP
GIIP
Established best industry practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Guidelines for managing environmental, health, and safety issues in projects.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste generation from its source.
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Recycling
Recycling
Converting used materials into new products.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Strategies to reduce energy consumption while maintaining required performance.
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Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Energy derived from naturally replenishing sources like solar, hydro, wind, and biomass.
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Water Use
Water Use
Consumption of water in a project or operation, including withdrawals and applications.
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Water Consumption
Water Consumption
Water no longer available in the system due to losses from use (evaporation, transpiration).
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Significant Water User
Significant Water User
A project that uses a substantial amount of water and/or impacts water resources.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water quality, including pollution from wastewater and refuse.
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Methods to reduce water usage, including technical improvements and alternatives.
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Alternative Water Supplies
Alternative Water Supplies
Using water sources other than the primary source to reduce strain on existing ones.
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Water Consumption Offsets
Water Consumption Offsets
Strategies to balance water usage, ensuring available water supply is not exceeded.
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Project Location Evaluation
Project Location Evaluation
Assessing alternative project locations to minimize negative impact on water resources.
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Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices in industry regarding environmental, health, and safety.
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Water Use Efficiency
Water Use Efficiency
Using water in a project or operation with less waste and maximum productivity.
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Detailed Water Balance
Detailed Water Balance
A comprehensive analysis of water inflow, outflow, and use in a project or region, maintained and reported periodically.
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Water Allocation
Water Allocation
Distributing water among different users, such as in industries or agricultural areas.
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River Basin Management
River Basin Management
Planning and regulating water use and resources within a specific river basin area.
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Water Use Efficiency Improvement
Water Use Efficiency Improvement
Methods to enhance water consumption efficiency, including technologies and policies, to address potential negative impacts.
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Technical and Policy Measures
Technical and Policy Measures
Methods to reduce system impacts by adopting more efficient technologies and policies.
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Project Resiting
Project Resiting
Moving a project to a different location to prevent negative impacts on water quality and availability.
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Water Accounting (Remote Sensing)
Water Accounting (Remote Sensing)
Estimating water flows, stocks, and consumption using remote sensing technology and in-situ sensors.
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Water Use Benchmarking
Water Use Benchmarking
Comparing project water use to industry standards for efficiency.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste at the source, the most environmentally preferred method.
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Recycling
Recycling
Collecting, processing, and remanufacturing used materials into new products; Includes composting.
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Energy Recovery
Energy Recovery
Converting non-recyclable waste into usable heat, electricity, or fuel through various processes like combustion.
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Waste Management Hierarchy
Waste Management Hierarchy
Ranks different waste management strategies from most to least environmentally beneficial.
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Treatment (Waste)
Treatment (Waste)
Reducing waste volume and toxicity before disposal using physical, chemical, or biological methods.
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Landfill Disposal
Landfill Disposal
A common waste disposal method, being an integral part of a comprehensive waste management plan.
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Technical Feasibility
Technical Feasibility
Assessing whether project actions are doable with available skills, equipment, and materials, considering local factors like climate and infrastructure.
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Financial Feasibility
Financial Feasibility
Evaluating if the project's increased costs make it unviable for the borrower.
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EHS Guidelines
EHS Guidelines
Technical documents providing general and industry-specific examples for managing environmental, health, and safety impacts.
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Best Available Techniques
Best Available Techniques
Using the best feasible approach for benchmarking engineering methods when standard benchmarks are absent.
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Host Country Regulations
Host Country Regulations
Rules specific to the country where a project is located.
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Environmental Guidelines (EHSGG)
Environmental Guidelines (EHSGG)
A guide providing performance levels for new facilities based on existing technology at reasonable costs.
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Site-Specific Targets
Site-Specific Targets
Tailored environmental goals for specific locations, often involving a schedule for their achievement.
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Incremental Cost
Incremental Cost
The added cost of implementing specific actions or measures within a project.
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Wastewater Management
Wastewater Management
Handling wastewater to reduce environmental harm and public health risks.
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Project Infrastructure
Project Infrastructure
Physical parts of a project (buildings, roads, utilities).
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Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
Protecting workers from workplace hazards.
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Energy Use (Project)
Energy Use (Project)
Consumption of energy in a project.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
Consumption of water in a project.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling and disposal of dangerous materials.
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Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Life & Fire Safety (L&FS)
Measures to ensure safety involving life and fire.
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Waste Management
Waste Management
Proper handling and disposal of waste.
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Noise Management
Noise Management
Reducing noise to acceptable levels.
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Emergency Preparedness and Response
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Planning for and reacting to emergencies.
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Energy Use
Energy Use
Consumption of energy in a project or operation.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using resources (energy, water, materials) less while maintaining performance.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
The consumption of water by a project or operation.
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Water Consumption
Water Consumption
Water no longer available in the system due to losses like evaporation or use in processes.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water quality, including contamination from wastewater and runoff.
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Methods to reduce water usage in a project’s operations.
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Alternative Water Supplies
Alternative Water Supplies
Sources of water other than the typical water source used by a project.
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Water Use Offsets
Water Use Offsets
Balancing water demand with available water supply.
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Project Water Use Impacts
Project Water Use Impacts
Consequences of a project on the water resources of surrounding communities and the environment.
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Significant Water User
Significant Water User
A project that significantly uses water or depletes water resources, impacting others access negatively.
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Mitigating Water Impacts
Mitigating Water Impacts
Reducing negative effects of a project on water quality or quantity.
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Mitigation Measures for Water Quality and Availability
Mitigation Measures for Water Quality and Availability
Actions to reduce negative effects of projects on water resources, including re-siting, resource efficiency improvements, and better water management practices (e.g., irrigation systems).
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Water Use Efficiency
Water Use Efficiency
Using water in a way that minimizes consumption while maintaining needed outputs.
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Detailed Water Balance
Detailed Water Balance
A comprehensive analysis of water inflows, outflows, and storage within a system, crucial for managing water allocation.
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Water Accounting
Water Accounting
Using remote sensing and in-situ data to estimate water flows, consumption, and other water-related factors.
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Benchmarking Water Use
Benchmarking Water Use
Comparing project water use against industry standards to assess efficiency.
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High-Water Demand Projects
High-Water Demand Projects
Projects with significant water utilization that can potentially affect surrounding communities or the environment.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without exceeding an unacceptable risk to human health and the environment.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities where no party has been assigned responsibility for cleanup.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Steps taken to reduce pollution, ideally before it enters the environment.
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Pollutant
Pollutant
A substance that causes pollution and harm to the environment or human health.
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Hazardous Pollution
Hazardous Pollution
Pollution from substances that pose a threat to human health or the environment and need special management.
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International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
Agreements that set rules for managing hazardous materials across borders.
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Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention
Agreement to control persistent organic pollutants.
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Rotterdam Convention
Rotterdam Convention
Governs the import and export of hazardous chemicals.
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Montreal Protocol
Montreal Protocol
Agreement to protect the ozone layer.
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Minamata Convention
Minamata Convention
Controls mercury production and use.
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Basel Convention
Basel Convention
Manages the transport and disposal of hazardous waste.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Proper handling and disposal of potentially dangerous chemical or substances.
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Pesticide
Pesticide
Any substance used to kill, repel, or control pests (plants or animals).
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Hazardous Materials Avoidance
Hazardous Materials Avoidance
Avoiding manufacturing, trade, and use of banned or restricted hazardous materials.
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Minimizing Hazardous Materials
Minimizing Hazardous Materials
Controlling releases and uses of hazardous materials.
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Resource Efficiency (Scope)
Resource Efficiency (Scope)
Minimizing resource consumption (energy, water, materials) while maintaining productivity in a project or operation. It's about using less and being more productive.
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Pollution Prevention (Project)
Pollution Prevention (Project)
Reducing pollution before it enters the environment by adjusting project activities. This protects human health and the environment.
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Resource Efficiency (Objectives)
Resource Efficiency (Objectives)
Promoting sustainable use of energy, water, and raw materials in projects.
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Pollution Management (Categories)
Pollution Management (Categories)
Controlling air, hazardous/non-hazardous waste, chemical, and pesticide pollution from projects.
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Project Requirements
Project Requirements
Borrower must consider environmental conditions and apply practical, feasible solutions for resource efficiency and pollution prevention.
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Sustainable Use
Sustainable Use
Using resources without depleting them for future generations.
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Water Use
Water Use
Consumption of water in a project or operation, including withdrawals and applications.
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Water Consumption
Water Consumption
Water no longer available in the system due to losses from use, like evaporation or plant transpiration.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water quality, potentially due to polluted runoff, pollutants, or untreated wastewater.
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Techniques to use less water, including alternative water supplies and improved efficiency in operations.
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Adverse Impacts on Water Resources
Adverse Impacts on Water Resources
Negative effects on water availability for other users or the environment caused by a project.
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Technical Feasibility
Technical Feasibility
Assessment of whether proposed project actions can be implemented using available skills, equipment, and materials, considering factors such as climate, infrastructure, and capacity.
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Financial Feasibility
Financial Feasibility
Evaluation of a project's viability based on financial considerations, including incremental costs compared to total project costs.
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EHS Guidelines
EHS Guidelines
Technical documents providing international best practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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Best Available Techniques
Best Available Techniques
Using the most effective methods currently available for a project, especially when specific standards aren't available.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing project performance against established standards, assessing resource efficiency.
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Site-Specific Targets
Site-Specific Targets
Performance levels tailored to a specific project location, considering local regulations.
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Host Country Regulations
Host Country Regulations
Rules and requirements set by the country where the project is located.
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Waste Prevention
Waste Prevention
Reducing waste at its source; the most environmentally friendly approach.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities without a clear responsible party.
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Recycling
Recycling
Collecting, processing, and remanufacturing used materials into new products, including composting.
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Health Risk Assessment
Health Risk Assessment
Evaluation of potential health hazards from pollution.
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Energy Recovery
Energy Recovery
Converting non-recyclable waste into usable heat, electricity, or fuel through various processes.
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GIIP
GIIP
Best practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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Waste Management Hierarchy
Waste Management Hierarchy
Ranks strategies for managing non-hazardous waste based on environmental impact.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Guidelines for environmental, health, and safety in projects.
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Release of harmful substances into the air.
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Treatment (Waste)
Treatment (Waste)
Reducing waste volume and toxicity before disposal using physical, chemical, or biological methods.
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Landfill Disposal
Landfill Disposal
A common waste disposal method.
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Air Pollutants
Air Pollutants
Substances released into the air that can harm the environment.
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GHG Emissions
GHG Emissions
Greenhouse gas releases from a project or facility.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to reduce pollution before it occurs.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Energy Efficiency Measures
Energy Efficiency Measures
Methods to use less energy, including cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, and more efficient equipment.
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Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Energy from natural sources like solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, and biomass.
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Biomass-based renewable energy
Biomass-based renewable energy
Using organic waste to create energy, often combined with pollution control.
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GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
GHG Emission Monitoring Plan
A plan identifying GHG sources, data collection, calculation, and quality checks of emission data.
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Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Monitoring Plan Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping requirement for facilities exceeding thresholds or specific emission categories.
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GHG Reporting Submission
GHG Reporting Submission
Submitting GHG emissions data electronically via the e-GGRT tool.
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Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Examples of Energy Efficiency Measures
Cogeneration, trigeneration, heat recovery, process changes, leak elimination, insulation and use of efficient equipment such as motors, pumps, etc.
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Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Examples of Renewable Energy Sources
Solar power, Hydro, Wind, Geothermal, and Sustainable Biomass.
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GHG Emission Source Identification
GHG Emission Source Identification
Identifying the sources of greenhouse gases.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-designed landfills that comply with regulations for location, design, operation, and monitoring to prevent pollution.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or substance posing a risk to health or safety.
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Different classes of chemical hazards identified by their risks to human health or environment
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Substances posing risks from storage, disposal, or transport to people, plants, or animals.
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Resource Efficiency (Scope)
Resource Efficiency (Scope)
Improving the use of energy, water, and raw materials while maintaining productivity.
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Pollution Prevention Management
Pollution Prevention Management
Reducing or avoiding pollution before it enters the environment.
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Project-related Emissions
Project-related Emissions
Pollutants released from a project into air, water, or land, both routine and accidental.
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Sustainable Resource Use
Sustainable Resource Use
Using resources without depleting them for future generations.
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Environmental, Health, Safety & General Requirements
Environmental, Health, Safety & General Requirements
Standards ensuring safe operations and minimizing environment/health risk from projects.
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Categories of Resource Efficiency
Categories of Resource Efficiency
Different ways to improve how energy, water, and materials are used.
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Hazardous Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Management
Proper handling, storage, treatment, and disposal of hazardous waste.
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Air Pollution Management
Air Pollution Management
Controlling the release of harmful substances into the air.
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Wastewater Management
Wastewater Management
Handling wastewater to reduce its environmental impact and health risks.
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Resource Efficiency Requirements
Resource Efficiency Requirements
Criteria for using energy, water, and materials more effectively in a project.
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Water Use (Project)
Water Use (Project)
Consumption of water by a project or operation.
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Techniques to reduce water usage, such as using additional efficient technologies.
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Alternative Water Supplies
Alternative Water Supplies
Sources of water other than the usual, like using rainwater collection or recycling.
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Water Consumption Offsets
Water Consumption Offsets
Methods to maintain water demand within available supply, such as water reclamation.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water quality due to wastewater, runoff and other contaminants.
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Water "Use"
Water "Use"
Water withdrawals or applications.
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Water "Consumption"
Water "Consumption"
Water that's lost due to evaporation or other processes.
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Cumulative Water Impacts
Cumulative Water Impacts
The combined effects of water use on communities, other water users, and the environment, both now and in the future.
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Mitigation Measures
Mitigation Measures
Actions taken to reduce or avoid negative impacts of a project on the environment and society.
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Raw Materials Use
Raw Materials Use
The amount of raw materials a project needs, including the efficiency and cost to use these materials.
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Pollution Release
Pollution Release
The emission of pollutants into the air, water, or land, considering routine, non-routine, and accidental events.
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Emission Standards
Emission Standards
Specified levels of pollutants allowed to be released into the environment.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines, providing standards for projects.
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Surface and Groundwater
Surface and Groundwater
Both the water found above ground and beneath the earth's surface.
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Water Quality and Quantity
Water Quality and Quantity
The condition and amount of water, essential for various uses.
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Hydraulic Basin
Hydraulic Basin
An area where water flows together, including watersheds and groundwater.
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Mitigation Hierarchy
Mitigation Hierarchy
A structured approach to pollution prevention and management, prioritizing avoidance, minimization, and mitigation.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities, with no clear responsible party.
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Health Risk Assessment
Health Risk Assessment
Evaluating potential health problems from pollution.
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Pollution Avoidance
Pollution Avoidance
The most preferred approach to pollution control, focusing on preventing pollutants from entering the environment.
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GIIP
GIIP
Good Industry Practice for environmental, health, and safety.
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Pollution Minimization
Pollution Minimization
Controlling the amount of pollutants released by controlling concentration and mass.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines for projects.
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Pollution Mitigation
Pollution Mitigation
Implementing corrective actions to reduce pollution beyond the national standards or guidelines.
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Release of harmful substances into the air.
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National Standards
National Standards
Government-set limits for permissible pollution levels.
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Air Pollutants
Air Pollutants
Substances released into the air that harm the environment or people.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines: industry-standard guidelines for pollution control.
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Sustainable Development Opportunities
Sustainable Development Opportunities
Possibilities for a project to have positive environmental and social impacts while achieving its goals.
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GHG Emissions
GHG Emissions
Release of greenhouse gases from a project or activity.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Actions to reduce pollution before it happens.
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Risk Minimization
Risk Minimization
Designing project activities to reduce potential negative impacts to acceptable levels.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without causing harm.
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Impact Minimization
Impact Minimization
Reducing the negative effects of project activities.
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Vulnerable/Marginal Groups
Vulnerable/Marginal Groups
People or communities disproportionately affected by negative impacts.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Environmental and social effects from a project.
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Modern Landfill Engineering
Modern Landfill Engineering
Well-engineered facilities designed, operated, and monitored to comply with state and national regulations for location, design, operation, and monitoring.
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Hazardous Material
Hazardous Material
Any chemical or item that poses a health or physical hazard, including carcinogens, toxic substances, and materials that can release harmful substances.
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Chemical Hazard Types
Chemical Hazard Types
Includes carcinogens, toxic substances, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, organ-specific toxins, and substances that damage specific body parts (e.g., lungs, skin).
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Environmental Hazard
Environmental Hazard
Substances that can cause harm to people, plants, or animals when released into the environment through spilling, leaking, emitting, disposing of, or abandoning.
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Hazardous Materials Management
Hazardous Materials Management
Safe handling, storage, transport, and disposal of potentially dangerous materials, following national laws.
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Resource Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Using resources (energy, water, raw materials) effectively and minimizing waste in a project or operation, in keeping with good industry practice.
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Project-Related Emissions
Project-Related Emissions
Pollutants released into the air, water, or land from a project, including routine and accidental emissions from short and long-lived climate pollutants.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials that pose potential risks to health or the environment, demanding special handling and disposal methods.
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Pollution Management
Pollution Management
Controlling and reducing the release of pollutants into the environment.
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Cleaner Production
Cleaner Production
Integrating pollution prevention and resource conservation (water, energy, raw materials) into product and process design.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking
Comparing a project's performance against established standards (e.g., resource consumption per unit, climate zone) to assess efficiency.
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Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices within an industry, guiding environmental, health, and safety considerations.
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Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs)
Guidelines guiding environmental, health, and safety management within a project to minimize risks related to its impact.
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Project Water Use
Project Water Use
The amount of water used by a project, including withdrawals and applications, considering potential impacts on water quality and other water users.
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Water Consumption
Water Consumption
The portion of water withdrawn that is no longer available in the water system due to losses from evaporation, transpiration, or use (agriculture, cooling, manufacturing, landscaping, people, livestock).
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Water Conservation Measures
Water Conservation Measures
Techniques to reduce water usage, such as efficient irrigation, leak detection, and water-saving appliances.
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Alternative Water Supplies
Alternative Water Supplies
Finding different sources of water to meet project needs, such as using recycled water or water from a different aquifer.
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Water Use Offsets
Water Use Offsets
Actions to compensate for water use impacts on other water users by ensuring available water supply doesn't deplete.
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Water Quality Impacts
Water Quality Impacts
Effects of a project on water purity, including pollution from wastewater, runoff, and contaminated discharge.
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Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices in the industry that are environmentally sound and help with sustainability.
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Adverse Impacts
Adverse Impacts
Negative consequences resulting from a project, including impacts on water quality and access for others.
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Cumulative Water Impacts
Cumulative Water Impacts
The combined effects of water use on communities, other water users, and the environment.
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Mitigation Measures (Water)
Mitigation Measures (Water)
Actions to reduce or prevent negative impacts of water use on communities, other users, and the environment.
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Raw Material Use
Raw Material Use
Consuming raw materials in product manufacturing, construction, etc.
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Raw Material Efficiency
Raw Material Efficiency
Using raw materials in a cost-effective, sustainable way.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Stopping pollution from occurring before it happens.
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Pollutant Release Minimization
Pollutant Release Minimization
Reducing the amount and concentration of pollutants released into the environment.
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Environmental and Social Assessment (Water)
Environmental and Social Assessment (Water)
Evaluating the environmental and social consequences of a project, focusing on surface and groundwater, water quality and quantity, and planned water usages in the same hydraulic basin.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without causing unacceptable risks to human health or the environment.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities where no party has clear responsibility for cleanup.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
The effects of a project on the environment and human health.
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Pollutant
Pollutant
A substance that causes pollution and harm to the environment or human health.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Actions taken to reduce pollution before it enters the environment.
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Pesticide Restrictions
Pesticide Restrictions
Rules limiting pesticide use to comply with international standards and avoid harm to humans, the environment, or nontarget organisms.
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Pesticide Selection Criteria
Pesticide Selection Criteria
Factors to consider when choosing pesticides: minimal human health impact, pest effectiveness, and minimal environmental harm.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A preferred pest control method using diverse ecological practices (not just pesticides) to reduce pesticide dependence, involving farmer-driven strategies.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines; guidelines for managing environmental and health impacts, including pesticide use.
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan for managing pests in a project, keeping them under economically damaging levels, using non-chemical methods first, then pesticides if necessary.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to prevent economic damage, prioritizing non-chemical methods, and using pesticides carefully.
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International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
International Conventions on Hazardous Waste
Agreements globally to manage hazardous materials, encompassing production, trade, and disposal.
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Stockholm Convention
Stockholm Convention
Focuses on persistent organic pollutants (POPs) restricting their use, production, and release.
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Rotterdam Convention
Rotterdam Convention
Governs the international trade of hazardous chemicals / pesticides, ensuring informed consent by importing countries.
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Montreal Protocol
Montreal Protocol
Aims to protect the ozone layer by phasing out substances that deplete it.
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Minamata Convention
Minamata Convention
Addresses mercury pollution, regulating its production, use, and release in the environment.
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Basel Convention
Basel Convention
Controls transboundary movements and disposal of hazardous wastes across international borders.
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Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials
Substances posing a threat to health or environment due to disposal, storage, transportation.
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Pesticides
Pesticides
Substances used to control pests (plants or animals).
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International Bans
International Bans
Globally restricted chemicals/materials, requiring specific permissions.
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Less Hazardous Substitutes
Less Hazardous Substitutes
Chemicals that can replace hazardous materials in manufacturing and operations.
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Water Use Efficiency
Water Use Efficiency
Improving how much water is used to produce something, like crops or goods, without decreasing output.
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Water Balance
Water Balance
A detailed accounting of water inputs and outputs of a project or area, used to manage water resources.
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Water Use Benchmarking
Water Use Benchmarking
Comparing a project's water use to industry standards to see if it is efficient.
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Water Accounting
Water Accounting
Using methods like remote sensing and sensors to track water flows and consumption in a project.
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Irrigation Scheduling
Irrigation Scheduling
Planning when and how much water is applied to crops for optimal growth.
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Water Use Impacts
Water Use Impacts
Assessing how water use by a project affects communities, other water users, and the environment.
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Mitigation Measures
Mitigation Measures
Actions taken to lessen or prevent negative impacts of a project.
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Evapotranspiration
Evapotranspiration
The combined loss of water through evaporation from the soil and transpiration from plants.
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Cumulative Impacts
Cumulative Impacts
Combined effects of multiple factors or actions on the environment or society.
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Reverse Osmosis
Reverse Osmosis
A water treatment process that removes impurities by forcing water through a membrane.
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Raw Material Use
Raw Material Use
The amount of raw materials used in a project, influencing costs, labor, and waste.
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Dry Cooling
Dry Cooling
Using air to cool systems instead of water, saving water.
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Soil-Water Conservation
Soil-Water Conservation
Techniques to preserve water within the soil for crop use.
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Pollution Release
Pollution Release
The discharge of pollutants into air, water, or soil, from projects.
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Emission Standards
Emission Standards
Limits on how much pollution various sources are allowed to release into the environment.
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End-of-pipe dilution
End-of-pipe dilution
Reducing the concentration of pollutants before release, even though the total amount remains the same.
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Water Use in Projects
Water Use in Projects
Adopting measures to reduce water usage and minimize adverse impacts on communities, other water users, and the environment, focusing on technical and financial feasibility.
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Water Withdrawal
Water Withdrawal
Taking water from a source, like a river or aquifer.
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Water Consumption
Water Consumption
Water that's no longer available in the system after use, due to evaporative or transpiration losses, in agriculture, cooling, manufacturing, landscaping, or use by people/livestock.
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Significant Water User
Significant Water User
A project that uses a large amount of water and might negatively impact others' access to water.
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Water Quality Impact
Water Quality Impact
The effect of a project's wastewater and refuse on water quality.
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Minimizing Water Use
Minimizing Water Use
Reducing water use to avoid or mitigate adverse impacts on water availability for others.
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Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Good International Industrial Practice (GIIP)
Established best practices for environmental, health, and safety in the industrial sector.
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Historical Pollution
Historical Pollution
Pollution from past activities where responsibility for cleanup isn't clear.
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Health Risk Assessment
Health Risk Assessment
Evaluation of potential health hazards from pollution, following guidelines (GIIP or EHSGs).
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
Release of harmful substances into the air, often from fossil fuel combustion.
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Air Pollutants
Air Pollutants
Harmful substances released into the air. Includes nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, particulate matter, and greenhouse gases.
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GHG Emissions
GHG Emissions
Greenhouse gas releases from a project or facility. They need to be addressed using alternative project locations, fuels, and sustainable agricultural practices.
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Pollution Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Measures to reduce pollution from a project before it becomes a problem for the environment and health.
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Assimilative Capacity
Assimilative Capacity
The environment's ability to absorb pollutants without severe impacts to health.
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Project Impacts
Project Impacts
Effects of a project on the environment and human health, which need to be considered during project development.
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GIIP
GIIP
Established best practices for environmental, health, and safety.
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EHSGs
EHSGs
Guidelines for minimizing environmental, health, and safety risks from projects.
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Health Risk Assessment (by GIIP or EHSGs)
Health Risk Assessment (by GIIP or EHSGs)
Evaluating health hazards following guidelines.
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Pollutant
Pollutant
A substance that causes pollution and harms the environment or human health
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Pest Management Plan (PMP)
Pest Management Plan (PMP)
A plan to control pests in a project, keeping them below damaging levels, using mostly non-chemical methods, and safely using pesticides if needed.
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Pest Management
Pest Management
Controlling pests to stop economic damage, relying primarily on non-chemical methods, and using pesticides cautiously.
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Economically Damaging Levels
Economically Damaging Levels
The pest population level that causes substantial financial harm to a project or business.
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Non-chemical Pest Control
Non-chemical Pest Control
Pest control methods that don't use pesticides, such as traps, barriers, and biological controls.
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Pesticide Application
Pesticide Application
Using pesticides responsibly, minimizing harm to beneficial animals, humans, and the environment.
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GHG Emission Thresholds
GHG Emission Thresholds
Specific emission levels (e.g., below 25,000 mt/yr) at which a facility can stop monitoring and reporting GHG emissions to the EPA.
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Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste materials with properties that make them dangerous or harmful to human health or the environment.
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Hazardous Waste Characteristics
Hazardous Waste Characteristics
Properties of hazardous waste, including explosive, flammable, poisonous, toxic, ecotoxic, and infectious substances.
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Non-Hazardous Waste
Non-Hazardous Waste
Waste materials not deemed hazardous under national laws.
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Hazardous Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Management
Proper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste, following national laws and regulations.
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GIIP Alternatives
GIIP Alternatives
Environmental and safe handling methods for hazardous waste management in the absence of national laws or regulations.
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Reputable Contractors
Reputable Contractors
Companies licensed and legitimate enterprises licensed to manage hazardous waste transport and disposal by relevant government regulatory agencies.
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Chain of Custody
Chain of Custody
Verification of the proper handling and movement of hazardous waste from its origin to the final disposal destination.
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Executive Short-Term Courses in Environmental Standards
- Track B: Proficiency Certificate in Environmental Standards
- Course ESS3: Overview of Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention Management
- Presented by Dr. Karimatu Lami Abdullahi, July 2024
- Adopted from Dr. Maged Hamed, Ph.D., PE
- Regional Safeguard Coordinator and co-TTL of SPESSE
- Environment Global Practice of the West and Central Africa - SAWE4
Outline
- Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention and Management (Objectives, Scope, and Requirements)
- Environmental, Health, Safety, and General Requirements
- Categories of Resource Efficiency (Energy, Water, and Materials Uses)
- Pollution Prevention and Management
- Management of Air Pollution
- Management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Management of chemicals and hazardous materials
- Management of Pesticides
Ten Environmental and Social Standards
- ESS1: Assessment and Management of Environmental and Social Risks and Impacts
- ESS2: Labor and Working Conditions
- ESS3: Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention and Management
- ESS4: Community Health and Safety
- ESS5: Land Acquisition, Restrictions on Land Use, and Involuntary Resettlement
- ESS6: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources
- ESS7: Indigenous Peoples/Sub-Saharan African Historically Underserved Communities
- ESS8: Cultural Heritage
- ESS9: Financial Intermediaries
- ESS10: Stakeholder Engagement and Information Disclosure
ESS3: Resource Efficiency & Pollution Prevention and Management
- Objectives: To promote the sustainable use of resources (energy, water, raw materials) and avoid/minimize adverse impacts on human health and the environment by minimizing pollution.
- Requirements: Borrower will consider ambient conditions to apply technically and financially feasible resource efficiency and pollution prevention. This includes energy, water, and raw material use.
- Pollution Prevention and Management: Addressing the release of pollutants to the air, water, and land from routine, nonroutine, and accidental circumstances, and with the potential for local, regional, and transboundary impacts (management of air pollution, hazardous waste, chemicals, and pesticides).
- Scope of Application: The text refers to the applicability of these requirements, covering short- and long-lived climate pollutants and hazardous waste generation, with focus on minimizing the dangers with pesticide use.
Definition of Resource Efficiency
- The Borrower implements measures to improve efficient use of energy, water, raw materials.
- Measures integrate cleaner production, conserve resources (materials, energy, and water), and make comparisons to establish relative efficiency levels.
- Good International Industry Practice (GIIP) should be used.
- Benchmarks may refer to energy or water use in certain building types (e.g., per dwelling, inhabitant).
Technical and Financial Feasibility
- Technical Feasibility: Implementing the proposed measures with commercially available skills, equipment, and materials. The assessment involves climate, geography, demography, infrastructure, security, governance, capacity, and operational reliability.
- Financial Feasibility: Evaluating the relative magnitude of the incremental cost of implementing these measures compared to project investment, operating, and maintenance costs and whether this cost could make the project nonviable for the Borrower.
The Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines (EHSGs)
- Technical reference documents with general and industry-specific examples for Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)
- These Guidelines apply when more than one member of the World Bank Group is involved in a project.
- Outline achievable performance levels via existing technology using a site-specific/time-bound target approach
- Host country regulations are used when differing from the EHSGs. Provide justification and demonstrate that alternative performance levels protect human health and the environment.
General EHS Guidelines (Environmental)
- Categories of Environmental concerns include Air Emissions, Energy Conservation, Wastewater, Water Conservation, Water Quality, Hazardous Materials Management, Waste Management, Noise, and Contaminated Land.
- Categories of Community Health and Safety include Community Health, Structural Safety, Project Infrastructure, Life, Fire Safety, Water and Air Quality, and Emergency Response.
Tables
- Table 4: Resource and Energy Consumption (MJ/metric ton of processed crude oil, kWh/metric ton of processed crude oil, m3/metric ton of processed crude oil)
- Table 5: Emission and Waste Generation (m3/metric ton crude oil, CO2, NOx, particulate matter, SOx, VOC).
- Table 1: Air Emissions Levels for Petroleum Refining Facilities (Guideline values from European Commission (mg/Nm3))
- Table 2: Liquid Effluents Levels for Petroleum Refining Facilities (Units: mg/l, S.U., etc)
Categories of Resource Efficiency
- Energy Use
- Water Use
- Raw Materials Use
Water Use
- Measures to improve efficiency, conserve water, and avoid negative impacts on communities, other users, and the environment (reuse of additional water, alternative water sources, water usage and total demand for water).
- Evaluate alternative project locations.
Water Use (cont'd)
- Assessing water use (withdrawals, applications, consumption, losses); consider water depletion; impacts on water quality and quantity in surface and groundwater, and impacts on communities, other users, ecosystem services.
- Mitigation measures to reduce adverse impacts on water quality and availability.
- Address short- and long-term cumulative impacts on communities, other users, ecosystem services, and the environment (e.g., using the appropriate methodology or available industry standards).
Raw Materials Use
- Measures to minimize and/or eliminate raw materials, substitute or promote recycling.
- Applicable measures are often found in environmental guidelines and industry sector guidelines.
- Includes road construction, housing, and industrial developments.
Pollution Prevention and Management
- Avoid release of pollutants (by controlling concentration and mass flows and applying national or EHSG standards), and use the mitigation hierarchy.
- When avoidance is not feasible, reduce the concentration and mass flow of pollutants released considering local, regional, and transboundary impacts.
Pollution Prevention and Management: Assimilative Capacity
- Addresses potential adverse impacts on human health and the environment.
- Considers existing ambient conditions, capacity of the environment, land use, biodiversity, and climate change.
- Includes assessing the capacity to absorb pollutants (e.g., water bodies, soil), considering factors like volume, flow, temperature, associated pollutants, and soil conditions.
Historical Pollution
- Defining historical pollution, tracking responsible party, implementing appropriate remediation measures (recourse considered from responsible parties).
- Conduct health risk assessments, especially when the historical pollution poses significant risk to human health and the environment.
Types of Pollution Prevention and Management
- Management of Air Pollution
- Management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Management of chemicals and hazardous materials
- Management of Pesticides
Management of Air Pollution
- Refers to avoiding pollution from fossil fuel combustion, including NOx, SO2, CO, and PM.
- This can be improved by altering energy efficiency through methods like increasing energy output or modifying processes.
Management of Hazardous Waste
- Hazardous waste definition (EHSG).
- Definition includes various hazardous waste types and characteristics (explosives, flammable liquids/solids, poisonous, toxic, ecotoxic, infectious substances).
Management of Non-Hazardous Waste
- Materials not specifically categorized as hazardous by national laws.
- Includes materials like paper, wood, plastics, glass, metals, chemicals, and e-waste from industrial, electrical, commercial, agricultural, or municipal/residential sources.
- Management of non-hazardous waste often follows a hierarchy (source reduction, reusing, recycling, composting, energy recovery, treatment, and disposal).
Management of Chemicals and Hazardous Materials
- Avoid use of chemicals/hazardous materials banned or restricted internationally.
- Minimize and control hazardous material releases, use, and disposal practices.
Definition of Pesticides
- Pesticide is any substance used to kill, repel or control specific plant or animal life that is considered a pest (e.g., herbicides, insecticides, fungicides).
Restriction on Pesticides
- No pesticide will be used unless it conforms with EHSG.
- The use is restricted for pesticides containing active ingredients prohibited by international conventions, or where appropriate toxicity/carcinogenicity/mutagenicity is a concern.
- Guidance focuses on avoiding pesticides unless for an acceptable purpose with appropriate government exemption for the relevant agencies.
Criteria for Selection of Pesticides
- Selection must consider adverse human health effects, effectiveness against pests, and lack of harmful effects on non-target species.
- Includes consideration of the need for resistance prevention (pesticides and methods/use patterns) and adherence to applicable international standards and codes of conduct.
Requirement for the Use of Pesticides
- Preference is given to integrated pest management (IPM) over pesticide use.
- IPM utilizes approaches that manage pests below economical damage thresholds, integrating multiple methods for pest control rather than relying solely on pesticides.
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