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What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy approach?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy approach?
- Mitigate remaining impacts
- Minimize risks and impacts
- Anticipate and avoid risks and impacts (correct)
- Compensate for residual impacts
What should the Borrower do if avoidance of risks is not possible?
What should the Borrower do if avoidance of risks is not possible?
- Immediately compensate for impacts
- Minimize or reduce risks and impacts (correct)
- Seek additional funding
- Ignore the risks
What is required if significant residual impacts remain after mitigation?
What is required if significant residual impacts remain after mitigation?
- No further action is needed
- Compensate or offset them (correct)
- Start over with risk assessment
- Increase funding for the project
What does a common approach to environmental and social risk assessment require?
What does a common approach to environmental and social risk assessment require?
Which entities are involved in the joint financing of projects with the Bank?
Which entities are involved in the joint financing of projects with the Bank?
What does the ESSs stand for?
What does the ESSs stand for?
What must Associated Facilities meet according to ESS1?
What must Associated Facilities meet according to ESS1?
What is an acceptable approach to project risk management?
What is an acceptable approach to project risk management?
What should the terms of reference and work plans be consistent with?
What should the terms of reference and work plans be consistent with?
Which type of activities are not subject to the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
Which type of activities are not subject to the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
What limits the projects that the Bank will support?
What limits the projects that the Bank will support?
What determines the application scope of the ESSs when a guarantee is provided?
What determines the application scope of the ESSs when a guarantee is provided?
Which of the following is not a condition for technical assistance activities?
Which of the following is not a condition for technical assistance activities?
What document defines the outputs of technical assistance activities?
What document defines the outputs of technical assistance activities?
Under which condition will the Bank provide support for a project?
Under which condition will the Bank provide support for a project?
Which entity can implement activities not covered by World Bank policies?
Which entity can implement activities not covered by World Bank policies?
What must the Borrower demonstrate to the Bank in such circumstances?
What must the Borrower demonstrate to the Bank in such circumstances?
What is essential for resolving competing tenure claims?
What is essential for resolving competing tenure claims?
What should projects involving subprojects with minimal risks adhere to?
What should projects involving subprojects with minimal risks adhere to?
Who is responsible for providing impartial advice to affected people?
Who is responsible for providing impartial advice to affected people?
Which type of projects are addressed under ESS9?
Which type of projects are addressed under ESS9?
What is primarily not applicable to the core functions of a project?
What is primarily not applicable to the core functions of a project?
What does the term 'primary suppliers' refer to?
What does the term 'primary suppliers' refer to?
What minimum requirement relates to project oversight?
What minimum requirement relates to project oversight?
What do the management tools aim to achieve in relation to environmental and social risks?
What do the management tools aim to achieve in relation to environmental and social risks?
What is included in the ESCP regarding project actions?
What is included in the ESCP regarding project actions?
In light of project changes, what approach does the ESCP promote?
In light of project changes, what approach does the ESCP promote?
How will unforeseen events or changes be managed according to the ESCP?
How will unforeseen events or changes be managed according to the ESCP?
What should the Borrower do if the environmental and social assessment identifies disadvantaged individuals?
What should the Borrower do if the environmental and social assessment identifies disadvantaged individuals?
What is required from the Borrower in relation to project changes?
What is required from the Borrower in relation to project changes?
What should the performance indicators measure?
What should the performance indicators measure?
What is the main role of independent experts in high-risk projects?
What is the main role of independent experts in high-risk projects?
What characteristic is emphasized regarding the management tools?
What characteristic is emphasized regarding the management tools?
How should the Borrower assess environmental and social impacts for multiple small subprojects?
How should the Borrower assess environmental and social impacts for multiple small subprojects?
Which type of subprojects require assessments in accordance with specific environmental and social standards?
Which type of subprojects require assessments in accordance with specific environmental and social standards?
What are the desired outcomes defined by management tools typically consistent with?
What are the desired outcomes defined by management tools typically consistent with?
What might the environmental and social assessment consider regarding primary suppliers?
What might the environmental and social assessment consider regarding primary suppliers?
What is the purpose of differentiated measures when addressing disadvantaged groups?
What is the purpose of differentiated measures when addressing disadvantaged groups?
What could be a characteristic of projects that identify serious environmental risks?
What could be a characteristic of projects that identify serious environmental risks?
What is a requirement for the Borrower when addressing impacts from associated facilities?
What is a requirement for the Borrower when addressing impacts from associated facilities?
Which factors are considered in identifying mitigation measures?
Which factors are considered in identifying mitigation measures?
What is the purpose of assessing residual negative impacts?
What is the purpose of assessing residual negative impacts?
What should differentiated measures aim to achieve?
What should differentiated measures aim to achieve?
What type of measures should be assessed for feasibility?
What type of measures should be assessed for feasibility?
Which document outlines the training and monitoring requirements for proposed mitigation measures?
Which document outlines the training and monitoring requirements for proposed mitigation measures?
What should be specified in records regarding stakeholder engagement?
What should be specified in records regarding stakeholder engagement?
Which aspect is NOT a part of assessing mitigation measures?
Which aspect is NOT a part of assessing mitigation measures?
What should be taken into account when considering country conditions for project implementation?
What should be taken into account when considering country conditions for project implementation?
What is the primary objective of the environmental and social assessment in project management?
What is the primary objective of the environmental and social assessment in project management?
What does Cumulative Impact Assessment evaluate?
What does Cumulative Impact Assessment evaluate?
What is included in the environmental and social assessment conducted by the Borrower?
What is included in the environmental and social assessment conducted by the Borrower?
Which of the following describes a hazard or risk assessment in the context of project evaluation?
Which of the following describes a hazard or risk assessment in the context of project evaluation?
Why is early consultation with affected people important in environmental and social assessments?
Why is early consultation with affected people important in environmental and social assessments?
What is the primary purpose of the management tools in environmental and social risk projects?
What is the primary purpose of the management tools in environmental and social risk projects?
How does the ESCP approach unforeseen events or changes in project circumstances?
How does the ESCP approach unforeseen events or changes in project circumstances?
What is a key environmental service that contributes to climate regulation?
What is a key environmental service that contributes to climate regulation?
Which element is crucial for tracking the effectiveness of actions defined in the management tools?
Which element is crucial for tracking the effectiveness of actions defined in the management tools?
Which type of service includes aesthetic enjoyment and recreation?
Which type of service includes aesthetic enjoyment and recreation?
What must the Borrower do if there are proposed changes that might adversely affect the project?
What must the Borrower do if there are proposed changes that might adversely affect the project?
What does the Borrower aim to achieve by incorporating measures for affected parties?
What does the Borrower aim to achieve by incorporating measures for affected parties?
In what manner should the management tools address the project's dynamic nature?
In what manner should the management tools address the project's dynamic nature?
Which of the following best describes carbon storage and sequestration?
Which of the following best describes carbon storage and sequestration?
What type of approach should the ESCP incorporate according to its principles?
What type of approach should the ESCP incorporate according to its principles?
What is a likely consequence of not addressing environmental or social risks properly in a project?
What is a likely consequence of not addressing environmental or social risks properly in a project?
Disadvantaged or vulnerable individuals are defined as those who are likely to be:
Disadvantaged or vulnerable individuals are defined as those who are likely to be:
What should performance indicators measure in relation to project actions?
What should performance indicators measure in relation to project actions?
What is a significant component of the environmental and social assessment?
What is a significant component of the environmental and social assessment?
Which process plays a role in maintaining ecosystems and services the project relies on?
Which process plays a role in maintaining ecosystems and services the project relies on?
The project should utilize technologies that are most appropriate for:
The project should utilize technologies that are most appropriate for:
What is the purpose of the environmental and social assessment conducted by the Borrower?
What is the purpose of the environmental and social assessment conducted by the Borrower?
If gaps are identified in the Borrower's ES Framework, what action should the Borrower take?
If gaps are identified in the Borrower's ES Framework, what action should the Borrower take?
What type of risks does the environmental and social assessment consider?
What type of risks does the environmental and social assessment consider?
What does the Borrower need to provide to the Bank during the assessment process?
What does the Borrower need to provide to the Bank during the assessment process?
What is required for the environmental and social assessment's proportionality?
What is required for the environmental and social assessment's proportionality?
What does the term 'project life cycle' refer to in the context of the environmental and social assessment?
What does the term 'project life cycle' refer to in the context of the environmental and social assessment?
Which aspect is considered essential when conducting an environmental and social assessment?
Which aspect is considered essential when conducting an environmental and social assessment?
What should the Borrower do if the assessment uncovers serious environmental risks?
What should the Borrower do if the assessment uncovers serious environmental risks?
What is the role of the Borrower in relation to environmental and social assessments?
What is the role of the Borrower in relation to environmental and social assessments?
What action should the Borrower take if a significant adverse effect is likely?
What action should the Borrower take if a significant adverse effect is likely?
How should the Borrower respond to monitoring results?
How should the Borrower respond to monitoring results?
What is the primary means of ensuring projects are environmentally and socially sustainable?
What is the primary means of ensuring projects are environmentally and socially sustainable?
What must be monitored and reported by the Borrower?
What must be monitored and reported by the Borrower?
What should the Borrower do if actual incidents occur that affect the project?
What should the Borrower do if actual incidents occur that affect the project?
What does the environmental and social assessment characterize?
What does the environmental and social assessment characterize?
What is the primary purpose of the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)?
What is the primary purpose of the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)?
Which of the following best describes the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF)?
Which of the following best describes the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF)?
What does the Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA) accomplish?
What does the Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA) accomplish?
What is NOT included in an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)?
What is NOT included in an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)?
Which document outlines the necessary actions for implementing environmental measures in a project?
Which document outlines the necessary actions for implementing environmental measures in a project?
How does the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) evaluate risks?
How does the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) evaluate risks?
When is the examination of risks and impacts typically conducted in a Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA)?
When is the examination of risks and impacts typically conducted in a Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA)?
What does the ESMP specifically aim to achieve regarding adverse impacts?
What does the ESMP specifically aim to achieve regarding adverse impacts?
What is the role of the Borrower in relation to environmental and social risks throughout the project life cycle?
What is the role of the Borrower in relation to environmental and social risks throughout the project life cycle?
What must the Borrower do if host country requirements are less stringent than the EHSGs?
What must the Borrower do if host country requirements are less stringent than the EHSGs?
What does the term 'Environment Health and Safety Guidelines' refer to in this context?
What does the term 'Environment Health and Safety Guidelines' refer to in this context?
What is expected from the Borrower when proposing alternatives due to technical or financial constraints?
What is expected from the Borrower when proposing alternatives due to technical or financial constraints?
What is the purpose of applying the relevant requirements of the EHSGs?
What is the purpose of applying the relevant requirements of the EHSGs?
What must the terms of reference for technical assistance activities be consistent with?
What must the terms of reference for technical assistance activities be consistent with?
Which of the following activities are not governed by the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
Which of the following activities are not governed by the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
What determines if the Bank will support a project?
What determines if the Bank will support a project?
What influences the scope of application of the ESSs when a guarantee is provided?
What influences the scope of application of the ESSs when a guarantee is provided?
Which of the following best describes how the Bank's support for projects is conditioned?
Which of the following best describes how the Bank's support for projects is conditioned?
In what situation would activities implemented post-project be free from the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
In what situation would activities implemented post-project be free from the World Bank Environmental and Social Policy?
What is essential to ensure when drafting documents for technical assistance?
What is essential to ensure when drafting documents for technical assistance?
What aspect does technical feasibility depend on regarding projects involving guarantees?
What aspect does technical feasibility depend on regarding projects involving guarantees?
What should be taken into consideration when assessing the participation of project-affected people in consultations?
What should be taken into consideration when assessing the participation of project-affected people in consultations?
What can occur if technical or financial feasibility for compensating impacts is not determined?
What can occur if technical or financial feasibility for compensating impacts is not determined?
What factors can be included in the environmental and social assessment regarding land?
What factors can be included in the environmental and social assessment regarding land?
Which aspect is considered when assessing the risks of associated facilities?
Which aspect is considered when assessing the risks of associated facilities?
What may the environmental and social assessment identify regarding risks related to land?
What may the environmental and social assessment identify regarding risks related to land?
What is an important consideration when determining the rationale for residual impact management?
What is an important consideration when determining the rationale for residual impact management?
How might project impacts relate to cultural heritage in assessments?
How might project impacts relate to cultural heritage in assessments?
In what context might specific measures and assistance be necessary during project assessments?
In what context might specific measures and assistance be necessary during project assessments?
What must the Borrower consider if the risk rating of a subproject increases?
What must the Borrower consider if the risk rating of a subproject increases?
Which environmental and social risks must be considered in the assessment?
Which environmental and social risks must be considered in the assessment?
What is crucial to ensure that projects do not compromise existing rights?
What is crucial to ensure that projects do not compromise existing rights?
What type of measures should the Borrower assess for their feasibility?
What type of measures should the Borrower assess for their feasibility?
Which of the following is NOT a concern related to project-related risks and impacts?
Which of the following is NOT a concern related to project-related risks and impacts?
What should the Borrower address when it comes to primary suppliers?
What should the Borrower address when it comes to primary suppliers?
What is the main goal of undertaking an environmental and social assessment?
What is the main goal of undertaking an environmental and social assessment?
Which aspect is essential when projects involve land titling?
Which aspect is essential when projects involve land titling?
What is a primary responsibility of the Borrower concerning the ESCP?
What is a primary responsibility of the Borrower concerning the ESCP?
What role does the Bank have regarding the Borrower's project monitoring?
What role does the Bank have regarding the Borrower's project monitoring?
How will the updated ESCP be handled after changes are proposed?
How will the updated ESCP be handled after changes are proposed?
What will determine the extent and mode of monitoring conducted by the Borrower?
What will determine the extent and mode of monitoring conducted by the Borrower?
What is the Borrower expected to do concerning environmental and social performance?
What is the Borrower expected to do concerning environmental and social performance?
What must the Borrower do if additional assessments are necessary?
What must the Borrower do if additional assessments are necessary?
What is indicated by the nature of the project concerning monitoring?
What is indicated by the nature of the project concerning monitoring?
What is a key factor that influences the Borrower's environmental and social assessment?
What is a key factor that influences the Borrower's environmental and social assessment?
What does the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) primarily assess?
What does the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) primarily assess?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA)?
What does the term 'environmental and social impacts' primarily refer to?
What does the term 'environmental and social impacts' primarily refer to?
Which document outlines the specific actions needed to implement measures from the ESMP?
Which document outlines the specific actions needed to implement measures from the ESMP?
When is an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) most necessary?
When is an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) most necessary?
What is one key element not typically included in the ESMP?
What is one key element not typically included in the ESMP?
Which of the following is a consideration during the strategic environmental and social assessment?
Which of the following is a consideration during the strategic environmental and social assessment?
What ensures that contractors acting on behalf of the Borrower support the Borrower's obligations?
What ensures that contractors acting on behalf of the Borrower support the Borrower's obligations?
Which annex of ESS1 specifically addresses the management of contractors?
Which annex of ESS1 specifically addresses the management of contractors?
What type of projects does ESS1 apply to?
What type of projects does ESS1 apply to?
How does the Borrower influence the actions of contractors involved in the project?
How does the Borrower influence the actions of contractors involved in the project?
What is the definition of 'project' as referenced in ESS1?
What is the definition of 'project' as referenced in ESS1?
What does the Cumulative Impact Assessment consider?
What does the Cumulative Impact Assessment consider?
What method is part of the environmental and social assessment process?
What method is part of the environmental and social assessment process?
What is the purpose of consulting with affected people during the environmental assessment?
What is the purpose of consulting with affected people during the environmental assessment?
What might the environmental and social assessment need to document regarding mitigation measures?
What might the environmental and social assessment need to document regarding mitigation measures?
What is the primary focus of Regional ESIA?
What is the primary focus of Regional ESIA?
What is a critical requirement for consultants carrying out environmental and social assessments?
What is a critical requirement for consultants carrying out environmental and social assessments?
Which of the following is NOT considered in the environmental and social assessment process?
Which of the following is NOT considered in the environmental and social assessment process?
How should the Borrower ensure environmental and social management is effective?
How should the Borrower ensure environmental and social management is effective?
What must be demonstrated by the Borrower when dealing with consultants who also prepare engineering designs?
What must be demonstrated by the Borrower when dealing with consultants who also prepare engineering designs?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy?
What is the first step in the mitigation hierarchy?
Which service type includes products obtained from ecosystems?
Which service type includes products obtained from ecosystems?
What should occur if avoiding risks is not possible?
What should occur if avoiding risks is not possible?
What is involved in the mitigation of risks and impacts?
What is involved in the mitigation of risks and impacts?
When should compensation or offset measures be employed?
When should compensation or offset measures be employed?
What do regulating services provide to people?
What do regulating services provide to people?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Good International Industry Practice (GIIP)?
What should be done with risks after they have been minimized?
What should be done with risks after they have been minimized?
What is the role of the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) in project management?
What is the role of the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) in project management?
Which of the following is included in the management tools utilized for the ESCP?
Which of the following is included in the management tools utilized for the ESCP?
What does the ESCP require to be developed to ensure project compliance?
What does the ESCP require to be developed to ensure project compliance?
What should be disclosed early in the project cycle according to the ESCP?
What should be disclosed early in the project cycle according to the ESCP?
How does the ESCP incorporate stakeholder engagement?
How does the ESCP incorporate stakeholder engagement?
What is a key characteristic of the management tools mentioned in the ESCP?
What is a key characteristic of the management tools mentioned in the ESCP?
What does the ESCP emphasize regarding the management of environmental and social risks?
What does the ESCP emphasize regarding the management of environmental and social risks?
What aspect should the ESCP address throughout the project lifecycle?
What aspect should the ESCP address throughout the project lifecycle?
What is the role of the Borrower regarding monitoring environmental and social risks?
What is the role of the Borrower regarding monitoring environmental and social risks?
How often is the Borrower required to provide reports on monitoring results to the Bank?
How often is the Borrower required to provide reports on monitoring results to the Bank?
What should monitoring documentation address?
What should monitoring documentation address?
Why is it important for the Borrower to disclose updated documentation if significant project changes occur?
Why is it important for the Borrower to disclose updated documentation if significant project changes occur?
What is a key component of monitoring performance for the Borrower?
What is a key component of monitoring performance for the Borrower?
What must be considered when significant changes result in additional risks and impacts?
What must be considered when significant changes result in additional risks and impacts?
What is the main focus of the monitoring process for the Borrower?
What is the main focus of the monitoring process for the Borrower?
What type of changes triggers the requirement for the Borrower to disclose updated documentation?
What type of changes triggers the requirement for the Borrower to disclose updated documentation?
Which annex of ESS1 details the requirements for managing contractors?
Which annex of ESS1 details the requirements for managing contractors?
What is the primary focus of ESS1 regarding projects supported by the Bank?
What is the primary focus of ESS1 regarding projects supported by the Bank?
Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with ESS requirements by contractors?
Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with ESS requirements by contractors?
What is included in ESS1 as a requirement for environmental and social assessment?
What is included in ESS1 as a requirement for environmental and social assessment?
Which term refers to the activities for which Bank financing is sought by a Borrower?
Which term refers to the activities for which Bank financing is sought by a Borrower?
What is a key component that the environmental and social assessment must take into account?
What is a key component that the environmental and social assessment must take into account?
Which social risk is specifically mentioned that the environmental and social assessment should evaluate?
Which social risk is specifically mentioned that the environmental and social assessment should evaluate?
Who must be retained to conduct the environmental and social assessment in high-risk projects?
Who must be retained to conduct the environmental and social assessment in high-risk projects?
Which of the following impacts must the environmental and social assessment specifically evaluate?
Which of the following impacts must the environmental and social assessment specifically evaluate?
What is necessary for the Borrower to demonstrate in relation to environmental and social issues?
What is necessary for the Borrower to demonstrate in relation to environmental and social issues?
What type of risks must the environmental and social assessment consider in relation to climate change?
What type of risks must the environmental and social assessment consider in relation to climate change?
In assessing social risks, what type of discrimination is the assessment required to identify?
In assessing social risks, what type of discrimination is the assessment required to identify?
What role do qualified and experienced persons play in the environmental and social assessment?
What role do qualified and experienced persons play in the environmental and social assessment?
What is the role of the Borrower's ES Framework regarding environmental and social risks?
What is the role of the Borrower's ES Framework regarding environmental and social risks?
What type of assessment should be carried out for projects with significant environmental risks?
What type of assessment should be carried out for projects with significant environmental risks?
When is a sectoral or regional EIA required?
When is a sectoral or regional EIA required?
What aspect of project implementation does the environmental and social assessment mainly focus on?
What aspect of project implementation does the environmental and social assessment mainly focus on?
What defines a direct impact in project management?
What defines a direct impact in project management?
Which type of ecosystem services involves the products obtained from ecosystems?
Which type of ecosystem services involves the products obtained from ecosystems?
What should be done when avoidance of risks is not feasible?
What should be done when avoidance of risks is not feasible?
What characterizes an indirect impact of a project?
What characterizes an indirect impact of a project?
What should the Borrower do if there are inconsistencies within the ES Framework?
What should the Borrower do if there are inconsistencies within the ES Framework?
When compensating for significant residual impacts, what is a necessary condition?
When compensating for significant residual impacts, what is a necessary condition?
Which of the following is NOT part of the mitigation hierarchy?
Which of the following is NOT part of the mitigation hierarchy?
What factors influence the aspects of the Borrower's existing ES Framework that are relevant?
What factors influence the aspects of the Borrower's existing ES Framework that are relevant?
What does it mean when project impacts are referred to as 'induced'?
What does it mean when project impacts are referred to as 'induced'?
What is Good International Industry Practice (GIIP) primarily concerned with?
What is Good International Industry Practice (GIIP) primarily concerned with?
Which of the following statements best describes the importance of a Cultural Heritage Management Plan?
Which of the following statements best describes the importance of a Cultural Heritage Management Plan?
Recognizing ecosystem services, which statement is TRUE regarding regulating services?
Recognizing ecosystem services, which statement is TRUE regarding regulating services?
In the context of environmental assessments, what happens when significant residual impacts remain?
In the context of environmental assessments, what happens when significant residual impacts remain?
What is a significant reason for evaluating the inclusion of project-affected individuals in the consultation process?
What is a significant reason for evaluating the inclusion of project-affected individuals in the consultation process?
Why might specific measures be required for project-affected people?
Why might specific measures be required for project-affected people?
What considerations should be taken into account when determining the residual impacts of a project?
What considerations should be taken into account when determining the residual impacts of a project?
What potential risks must be evaluated concerning land associated with a project?
What potential risks must be evaluated concerning land associated with a project?
What aspect relates to the health, safety, and well-being of workers in project assessments?
What aspect relates to the health, safety, and well-being of workers in project assessments?
Why is it important to assess the impacts of Associated Facilities in a project?
Why is it important to assess the impacts of Associated Facilities in a project?
What should be included in the environmental and social assessment regarding land use?
What should be included in the environmental and social assessment regarding land use?
What is the primary goal of identifying significant residual impacts during project assessments?
What is the primary goal of identifying significant residual impacts during project assessments?
What is included in the baseline data relevant to project decisions?
What is included in the baseline data relevant to project decisions?
What must the environmental and social impact assessment take into account for projects on international waterways?
What must the environmental and social impact assessment take into account for projects on international waterways?
Which aspect is essential for evaluating available data during the environmental and social assessment?
Which aspect is essential for evaluating available data during the environmental and social assessment?
What does the indicative outline of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) provide?
What does the indicative outline of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) provide?
What should be discussed regarding the accuracy of baseline data in the environmental and social assessment?
What should be discussed regarding the accuracy of baseline data in the environmental and social assessment?
What does the environmental and social assessment aim to include regarding project conditions?
What does the environmental and social assessment aim to include regarding project conditions?
When preparing the environmental and social impact assessment, which of the following elements is essential to include?
When preparing the environmental and social impact assessment, which of the following elements is essential to include?
In terms of data for an environmental and social impact assessment, what is important to identify?
In terms of data for an environmental and social impact assessment, what is important to identify?
What is the primary consideration when determining cumulative impacts of a project?
What is the primary consideration when determining cumulative impacts of a project?
What role does the Borrower play in addressing cumulative impacts?
What role does the Borrower play in addressing cumulative impacts?
How are cumulative impacts typically perceived in project assessments?
How are cumulative impacts typically perceived in project assessments?
At what stage should potential cumulative impacts be identified according to the content?
At what stage should potential cumulative impacts be identified according to the content?
What does the term 'project-affected parties' refer to in the context of cumulative impacts?
What does the term 'project-affected parties' refer to in the context of cumulative impacts?
What must be established to ensure fair criteria in resolving competing tenure claims?
What must be established to ensure fair criteria in resolving competing tenure claims?
What must the Borrower provide to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and procedures?
What must the Borrower provide to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and procedures?
What includes genuine efforts to inform affected people about their rights?
What includes genuine efforts to inform affected people about their rights?
Which type of projects do the provisions mentioned not apply to?
Which type of projects do the provisions mentioned not apply to?
What characterizes primary suppliers in relation to a project?
What characterizes primary suppliers in relation to a project?
What is the interpretation of subprojects with minimal or no adverse social and environmental risks?
What is the interpretation of subprojects with minimal or no adverse social and environmental risks?
What is a significant factor for determining the application scope of the ESSs?
What is a significant factor for determining the application scope of the ESSs?
What can be a requirement when addressing impacts from associated facilities?
What can be a requirement when addressing impacts from associated facilities?
What aspect of the environmental and social assessment varies according to each project?
What aspect of the environmental and social assessment varies according to each project?
What is the primary purpose of a hazard or risk assessment in project management?
What is the primary purpose of a hazard or risk assessment in project management?
When is a hazard or risk assessment required for projects?
When is a hazard or risk assessment required for projects?
What determines the scope of environmental and social assessments undertaken by the Borrower?
What determines the scope of environmental and social assessments undertaken by the Borrower?
Which factor is NOT typically included in the environmental and social assessment process?
Which factor is NOT typically included in the environmental and social assessment process?
In what ways might the Borrower consult with the Bank regarding the assessment process?
In what ways might the Borrower consult with the Bank regarding the assessment process?
Which of the following is true regarding the conducting of environmental and social assessments?
Which of the following is true regarding the conducting of environmental and social assessments?
What is a common requirement for projects involving hazardous materials?
What is a common requirement for projects involving hazardous materials?
What is the main purpose of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)?
What is the main purpose of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)?
Which aspect does social and conflict analysis NOT specifically address?
Which aspect does social and conflict analysis NOT specifically address?
Why is it important to consider existing tensions when conducting an ESIA?
Why is it important to consider existing tensions when conducting an ESIA?
What should mitigation measures account for according to social and conflict analysis?
What should mitigation measures account for according to social and conflict analysis?
What is a potential negative effect of a project highlighted in social and conflict analysis?
What is a potential negative effect of a project highlighted in social and conflict analysis?
Which of the following scenarios highlights the need for enhanced social and conflict analysis?
Which of the following scenarios highlights the need for enhanced social and conflict analysis?
What is one of the key functions of the ESIA within project management?
What is one of the key functions of the ESIA within project management?
What is the primary focus of the environmental and social assessment for a project?
What is the primary focus of the environmental and social assessment for a project?
Which condition might negatively affect a project according to the content provided?
Which condition might negatively affect a project according to the content provided?
Which elements are compared by the assessment during the project evaluation?
Which elements are compared by the assessment during the project evaluation?
According to the assessment, what is essential for understanding project impacts?
According to the assessment, what is essential for understanding project impacts?
What is the significance of identifying gaps between the Borrower’s framework and the ESSs?
What is the significance of identifying gaps between the Borrower’s framework and the ESSs?
What is the importance of identifying mitigation measures in project management?
What is the importance of identifying mitigation measures in project management?
What aspect is emphasized in assessing the environmental and social risks?
What aspect is emphasized in assessing the environmental and social risks?
Which paragraph outlines the requirements for taking environmental and social risks into account?
Which paragraph outlines the requirements for taking environmental and social risks into account?
What should be assessed to ensure the acceptance of residual negative impacts?
What should be assessed to ensure the acceptance of residual negative impacts?
Why is it necessary to ensure adverse impacts do not disproportionately affect vulnerable groups?
Why is it necessary to ensure adverse impacts do not disproportionately affect vulnerable groups?
What is a key component of the risk assessment process during project evaluation?
What is a key component of the risk assessment process during project evaluation?
What type of projects does the environmental and social assessment specifically address?
What type of projects does the environmental and social assessment specifically address?
What is typically included in the records regarding stakeholder engagement?
What is typically included in the records regarding stakeholder engagement?
What role do local conditions play in assessing the feasibility of mitigation measures?
What role do local conditions play in assessing the feasibility of mitigation measures?
What does effective assessment of mitigation measures require considering?
What does effective assessment of mitigation measures require considering?
What is a key aspect of the obligations related to environmental and social frameworks?
What is a key aspect of the obligations related to environmental and social frameworks?
What must the proposed mitigation measures address regarding environmental and social issues?
What must the proposed mitigation measures address regarding environmental and social issues?
What is the main responsibility of Borrowers under ESS1?
What is the main responsibility of Borrowers under ESS1?
How should the environmental and social assessment be characterized according to the guidelines?
How should the environmental and social assessment be characterized according to the guidelines?
What is the purpose of conducting an environmental and social assessment before a project starts?
What is the purpose of conducting an environmental and social assessment before a project starts?
What does the risk and outcomes-based approach aim to achieve?
What does the risk and outcomes-based approach aim to achieve?
What should Borrowers identify through the environmental and social assessment?
What should Borrowers identify through the environmental and social assessment?
What do the objectives of each ESS aim to support?
What do the objectives of each ESS aim to support?
What aspect is emphasized in relation to the processes outlined for Borrowers?
What aspect is emphasized in relation to the processes outlined for Borrowers?
Which of the following reflects the desired outcomes of environmental and social management tools?
Which of the following reflects the desired outcomes of environmental and social management tools?
What is the primary intention of adopting differentiated measures in project financing?
What is the primary intention of adopting differentiated measures in project financing?
Which financing method explicitly does not apply the ESSs as set out in Investment Project Financing?
Which financing method explicitly does not apply the ESSs as set out in Investment Project Financing?
What role do national environmental and social institutions play in project implementation?
What role do national environmental and social institutions play in project implementation?
What is a requirement for technical assistance activities related to environmental and social performance?
What is a requirement for technical assistance activities related to environmental and social performance?
What does the adoption of differentiated measures primarily aim to achieve?
What does the adoption of differentiated measures primarily aim to achieve?
Which aspect is NOT included in the adoption of improved environmental and social performance for projects?
Which aspect is NOT included in the adoption of improved environmental and social performance for projects?
In what context do the provisions set out in OP/BP8.60 apply?
In what context do the provisions set out in OP/BP8.60 apply?
Which type of projects fall under the requirements outlined by ESS1?
Which type of projects fall under the requirements outlined by ESS1?
What must the Borrower ensure to achieve compliance with the ESSs?
What must the Borrower ensure to achieve compliance with the ESSs?
Which factor determines the level of detail in the management tools used by the Borrower?
Which factor determines the level of detail in the management tools used by the Borrower?
What should the Borrower consider when identifying gaps in their Environmental and Social Framework?
What should the Borrower consider when identifying gaps in their Environmental and Social Framework?
Who will the Borrower engage with according to the procedures outlined for monitoring?
Who will the Borrower engage with according to the procedures outlined for monitoring?
What is one objective of the actions identified by the Borrower?
What is one objective of the actions identified by the Borrower?
For which purpose should the Borrower provide sufficient information to stakeholders?
For which purpose should the Borrower provide sufficient information to stakeholders?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Borrower when engaging with stakeholders?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Borrower when engaging with stakeholders?
What should the Borrower assess in relation to the experience and capacity of parties involved in a project?
What should the Borrower assess in relation to the experience and capacity of parties involved in a project?
What role does climate regulation play in environmental projects?
What role does climate regulation play in environmental projects?
Which service involves non-material benefits derived from ecosystems?
Which service involves non-material benefits derived from ecosystems?
What is a significant requirement for projects regarding significant residual impacts?
What is a significant requirement for projects regarding significant residual impacts?
What does the term 'disadvantaged or vulnerable' refer to in project contexts?
What does the term 'disadvantaged or vulnerable' refer to in project contexts?
Which natural process is associated with supporting services?
Which natural process is associated with supporting services?
What should environmental and social assessments prioritize?
What should environmental and social assessments prioritize?
What must the Borrower do if there are significant changes in the Borrower's ES Framework?
What must the Borrower do if there are significant changes in the Borrower's ES Framework?
Why is it important to assess the significance of residual impacts?
Why is it important to assess the significance of residual impacts?
Which of the following methods is NOT mentioned as a tool for environmental and social assessment?
Which of the following methods is NOT mentioned as a tool for environmental and social assessment?
To what extent should project-specific circumstances dictate technology selection?
To what extent should project-specific circumstances dictate technology selection?
What must be included in the methods used to identify and assess environmental and social risks?
What must be included in the methods used to identify and assess environmental and social risks?
In the event of changes to the Borrower’s ES Framework, what does the Borrower need to propose to the Bank?
In the event of changes to the Borrower’s ES Framework, what does the Borrower need to propose to the Bank?
What is the primary purpose of conducting an environmental and social analysis?
What is the primary purpose of conducting an environmental and social analysis?
Which documents are suitable for additional assessments if the Borrower's ES Framework is inconsistent with required standards?
Which documents are suitable for additional assessments if the Borrower's ES Framework is inconsistent with required standards?
Which aspect is critical to consider when identifying the scope of environmental and social assessments?
Which aspect is critical to consider when identifying the scope of environmental and social assessments?
If the Borrower's ES Framework is changed significantly, what is the proper procedure?
If the Borrower's ES Framework is changed significantly, what is the proper procedure?
What does the ESMF include in relation to adverse environmental and social risks and impacts?
What does the ESMF include in relation to adverse environmental and social risks and impacts?
Which of the following plans is mentioned as potentially required for specific project features?
Which of the following plans is mentioned as potentially required for specific project features?
At what stage should Borrowers initiate the environmental and social assessment?
At what stage should Borrowers initiate the environmental and social assessment?
What is the role of regional ESIA in project management?
What is the role of regional ESIA in project management?
What is typically true about SESAs?
What is typically true about SESAs?
What information does the ESMF provide regarding areas of subprojects?
What information does the ESMF provide regarding areas of subprojects?
What is essential for Borrowers when assessing risks and impacts of a project?
What is essential for Borrowers when assessing risks and impacts of a project?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the ESMF?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the ESMF?
What is the main purpose of implementing differentiated measures for disadvantaged or vulnerable groups?
What is the main purpose of implementing differentiated measures for disadvantaged or vulnerable groups?
Which type of subprojects requires adherence to specific environmental and social standards?
Which type of subprojects requires adherence to specific environmental and social standards?
What is required of the Borrower when engaging with independent experts for high-risk projects?
What is required of the Borrower when engaging with independent experts for high-risk projects?
In what situation should the environmental and social assessment identify risks and impacts associated with primary suppliers?
In what situation should the environmental and social assessment identify risks and impacts associated with primary suppliers?
Which of the following is NOT a role of independent experts in the context of high-risk projects?
Which of the following is NOT a role of independent experts in the context of high-risk projects?
What is a required consideration for projects that are identified as high risk or contentious?
What is a required consideration for projects that are identified as high risk or contentious?
What is expected from the environmental and social assessment regarding disadvantaged individuals or groups?
What is expected from the environmental and social assessment regarding disadvantaged individuals or groups?
How should the Borrower carry out assessments for multiple small subprojects?
How should the Borrower carry out assessments for multiple small subprojects?
What actions must the Borrower take as part of the environmental and social commitment?
What actions must the Borrower take as part of the environmental and social commitment?
How will the Borrower review the implementation status of the ESCP?
How will the Borrower review the implementation status of the ESCP?
What is required when the Borrower proposes changes to the ESCP?
What is required when the Borrower proposes changes to the ESCP?
What will guide the mode and extent of monitoring by the Borrower?
What will guide the mode and extent of monitoring by the Borrower?
What assistance will the Bank provide to the Borrower regarding environmental and social risks?
What assistance will the Bank provide to the Borrower regarding environmental and social risks?
What is a key focus of the ESCP during project implementation?
What is a key focus of the ESCP during project implementation?
What outcome is expected from the Borrower’s project monitoring and reporting?
What outcome is expected from the Borrower’s project monitoring and reporting?
What prerequisite is necessary for the updates of the ESCP?
What prerequisite is necessary for the updates of the ESCP?
What must the Borrower do if the risk rating of a subproject increases?
What must the Borrower do if the risk rating of a subproject increases?
Which aspect is crucial in ensuring projects do not compromise legitimate rights?
Which aspect is crucial in ensuring projects do not compromise legitimate rights?
What types of risks should the environmental and social assessment consider?
What types of risks should the environmental and social assessment consider?
Why is secure tenure important in project implementation?
Why is secure tenure important in project implementation?
What should be considered when assessing environmental and social impacts?
What should be considered when assessing environmental and social impacts?
What might be an unintended consequence of projects supporting land titling?
What might be an unintended consequence of projects supporting land titling?
What is the overarching goal of environmental and social assessments?
What is the overarching goal of environmental and social assessments?
What are potential impacts associated with climate change that might be considered in the environmental assessment?
What are potential impacts associated with climate change that might be considered in the environmental assessment?
What will the Borrower assess to determine necessary actions for compliance with ESSs?
What will the Borrower assess to determine necessary actions for compliance with ESSs?
Which aspect is essential for the management tools according to the project’s needs?
Which aspect is essential for the management tools according to the project’s needs?
What must the Borrower ensure for effective project monitoring?
What must the Borrower ensure for effective project monitoring?
What type of entities may the Borrower engage to complement their monitoring activities?
What type of entities may the Borrower engage to complement their monitoring activities?
What is the focus of the actions required by national law and regulations?
What is the focus of the actions required by national law and regulations?
What should the Borrower consider when evaluating risks and impacts?
What should the Borrower consider when evaluating risks and impacts?
What does ESS10 outline regarding stakeholder engagement?
What does ESS10 outline regarding stakeholder engagement?
What is a critical aspect in achieving improved environmental and social performance?
What is a critical aspect in achieving improved environmental and social performance?
What is the minimum requirement the Borrower must demonstrate to the Bank regarding land tenure rights?
What is the minimum requirement the Borrower must demonstrate to the Bank regarding land tenure rights?
What is necessary for resolving competing tenure claims according to the Borrower's obligations?
What is necessary for resolving competing tenure claims according to the Borrower's obligations?
Which activities are not applicable to the core functions of a project?
Which activities are not applicable to the core functions of a project?
What characterizes subprojects that are considered to have minimal or no adverse risks?
What characterizes subprojects that are considered to have minimal or no adverse risks?
Which of the following is essential for project activities to continue without disruptions?
Which of the following is essential for project activities to continue without disruptions?
What requirement is highlighted regarding informing affected individuals about their rights?
What requirement is highlighted regarding informing affected individuals about their rights?
What is a primary factor in determining the type of oversight required for high-risk projects?
What is a primary factor in determining the type of oversight required for high-risk projects?
What type of processes must the Borrower include for resolving competing tenure claims?
What type of processes must the Borrower include for resolving competing tenure claims?
What does a Sectoral ESIA primarily evaluate?
What does a Sectoral ESIA primarily evaluate?
Which aspect must be reviewed by the Bank when the Borrower has conducted an assessment prior to involvement?
Which aspect must be reviewed by the Bank when the Borrower has conducted an assessment prior to involvement?
Which is a recommended action for the Borrower following a Sectoral ESIA?
Which is a recommended action for the Borrower following a Sectoral ESIA?
What is the significance of assessing cumulative risks in a Sectoral ESIA?
What is the significance of assessing cumulative risks in a Sectoral ESIA?
What should a Sectoral ESIA link to when feasible?
What should a Sectoral ESIA link to when feasible?
What is a key focus area of Sectoral ESIA related to its geographical scope?
What is a key focus area of Sectoral ESIA related to its geographical scope?
Which type of information might supplement a Sectoral ESIA?
Which type of information might supplement a Sectoral ESIA?
What role does stakeholder engagement play in the ESIA process?
What role does stakeholder engagement play in the ESIA process?
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Study Notes
Environmental and Social Risks and Impacts Assessment
- ESS1 outlines the borrower's responsibilities for assessing, managing, and monitoring environmental and social risks and impacts throughout the project life cycle.
- The Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs) help borrowers manage risks and improve performance through a risk- and outcome-based approach. Desired outcomes are defined in ESS objectives and specific requirements.
- Borrowers conduct environmental and social assessments for projects. Assessments should be proportionate to project risks and impacts, informing project design and decision-making.
- Borrowers manage environmental and social risks throughout the project lifecycle in a manner proportionate to the nature and scale of the projects and potential risks.
- Borrowers can use or adapt their existing national environmental frameworks, with Bank approval, if aligned with ESS objectives.
- Borrowers may be required to use the services of independent international experts for high-risk or contentious projects.
- Financial Intermediaries (FIs) can be involved within projects, with the Borrower aligning their approach to the requirements of other involved agencies, provided outcomes align with the ESS requirements.
- Associated Facilities that aren't funded as part of a project, but are directly and significantly related to it, carried out concurrently or planned for concurrent execution, and essential for project viability, fall under ESS1. Associated Facilities include facilities or activities not funded by the project, but significantly related to it, carried out or planned concurrently, and necessary for viability. The borrower must demonstrate why a facility lacks control/influence. Associated Facilities are subject to ESS1 if a common approach exists.
Scope of Application
- ESS1 applies to all projects financed by the Bank through Investment Project Financing, including technical assistance activities, sometimes in support of a stand-alone project or project component. Technical assistance treatments fall under specific components (paragraphs 14–18).
- "Project" refers to activities the Bank finances, as defined in the Borrower and Bank legal agreement.
- Borrowers cooperate with other funding agencies for joint projects on a common approach for environmental and social risk assessments. The Bank considers the relevant policies and standards.
- Associated Facilities, directly related to a project and within the borrower's control, are also subject to ESS1, but this is dependent on specific project context and associated facilities. The Bank will consider the borrower's capacity and influence to meet requirements.
Objectives
- Identify, evaluate, and manage environmental and social risks and impacts.
- Employ a mitigation hierarchy: avoiding risks, minimizing them, mitigating remaining risks, and compensating for residual impacts. Involves all stages of the project lifecycle. Includes clear procedures to mitigate risks.
- Ensure that adverse impacts are not disproportionately borne by disadvantaged groups, considering gender and age, and specific vulnerable groups.
- Use national institutions, systems, laws, etc., where applicable, to assess, develop, and implement projects, recognizing national legal frameworks relevant to ESS guidelines.
- Enhance borrower capacity for improved environmental and social performance, including capacity development.
- Utilize appropriate management tools, including environmental and social management plans, frameworks, operational policies, and manuals. Addresses the mitigation hierarchy, with measurable goals, specific timeframes, clear responsibilities, and the individuals/organizations responsible for each aspect. Management tools are tailored to the level of risk.
- The mitigation hierarchy is particularly relevant to ESS2-10. Mitigation hierarchy for adverse environmental and social impacts addresses anticipation, avoidance, minimization, and compensation for residual impacts. This extends across the project life cycle from pre-construction to post-construction phases.
Requirements
- Borrowers assess, manage, and monitor environmental and social risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct environmental and social assessments, including stakeholder engagement and disclosure requirements in line with ESS10. Engagement procedures are outlined and documented.
- Develop and implement an Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) to meet ESS requirements. Includes adaptive management approaches and time-bound action plans.
- Use acceptable management tools (e.g., environmental and social management plans, frameworks, policies), tailored to the complexity of the projects and risks, considering the capabilities of the parties involved. These tools directly contribute to ESCP implementation, details given.
- The ESCP (or the related management tool) outlines measures, actions, and timelines to address risks with required plans and monitoring, and includes adaptations for anticipated changes or unforeseen conditions. Ensures the plan can be adjusted when necessary and updated in a time-bound manner, with clear procedures.
- Project processes that align with the plan should not cause adverse environmental/social impacts until completion. Any activities associated with a project posing adverse environmental/social impacts are prohibited prior to the completion of relevant plans or actions.
- The borrower applies relevant requirements of the ESSs32 and the ESCP where risk rating of a sub-project increases, updating the ESCP. Requires specific procedures if risks increase.
- The project will adhere to the Environmental Health and Safety Guidelines (EHSGs). When host country requirements differ from EHSG levels, the more stringent standards apply. If less stringent levels are appropriate, a full justification accompanying the environmental and social assessment is required. Details of this are described.
- Borrowers will consider risks and impacts associated with primary suppliers as part of the assessment, in line with ESS2 and ESS6, managing those risks proportionately to their control, including detailed procedures.
- The Borrower will consider potentially significant project-related transboundary and global risks and impacts, such as impacts from effluents and emissions, increased use or contamination of international waterways, emissions of short- and long-lived climate pollutants, climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience issues; and impacts on threatened or depleted migratory species and their habitats. Specific guidelines for addressing these are outlined.
Project Monitoring and Reporting
- Borrowers monitor the environmental and social performance consistently with legal agreements (including the ESCP), using methods appropriate to the project, its risks, and compliance requirements. Includes details of procedures for each outlined step.
- Monitoring matches the scope of the project, its risks, and compliance requirements, including stakeholder engagement, and reporting. Includes specific methodology.
- Regular reports (annually or as required) document the project's performance concerning the ESCP and ESSs. This report should be transparent and detailed, including detailed stakeholder engagement processes. Requirements and procedures are included for preparing the reports.
- Site visits might be conducted by Bank staff.
- Incidents or accidents significantly affecting environments, communities, or people must be promptly reported, including details, with a defined timeframe.
- Clearly outlined methodology for monitoring all risks and impacts and includes clear reports on their management in relation to risk, stakeholder engagement, timelines, and deliverables.
Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP)
- Borrowers develop and implement an ESCP outlining measures and actions for project compliance with the ESSs. The ESCP is the key management plan.
- The ESCP incorporates assessment findings, Bank due diligence, and stakeholder engagement, proactively addressing potential conflicts, aligning with the mitigation hierarchy. Explicit methods.
- Adaptive management processes and procedures are included in the plan, allowing for changes or unforeseen circumstances. Ensures the plan can be updated when needed with clearly outlined procedures and methodologies.
- The ESCP includes various management tools (e.g. plans, frameworks, policies, procedures) for the project. These tools must directly support mitigation and management, reflecting the level of project risks. Management tools should be commensurate with the level of risks and the overall project.
- ESCPs should be disclosed in draft form before project appraisal. Updated versions will be disclosed for significant changes or new risks discovered post-appraisal. This includes disclosing versions as needed to accurately reflect changes and new information, with defined timelines. This is an ongoing process.
Stakeholder Engagement and Information Disclosure
- The borrower engages, communicates with, and provides pertinent information to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle concerning environmental and social risks, using methods proportional to the potential impacts. Includes methods for ensuring accessibility of information for stakeholders.
- Documentation on environmental/social project risks is disclosed before project appraisal, particularly for high-risk or contentious projects, with timelines, content, and target audiences specified. Defined communication protocols are in place for feedback and reporting.
- The Borrower provides prompt updates and information regarding significant project changes causing environmental/social risk impacts. Includes defined timeframes. Ensures stakeholders are informed transparently and immediately regarding changes or new risks, emphasizing responsiveness.
- Stakeholder engagement spans the entire project lifecycle, ensuring stakeholder input at each stage of the project. Engagement will mirror the project's identified risks. Stakeholder engagement is planned and executed.
- Specific documentation and procedures are required for high-risk or contentious projects, for project-affected parties, and the process for addressing potential conflicts is thoroughly outlined; facilitating collaboration and including stakeholder feedback.
- Emphasizes the need for comprehensive and appropriate stakeholder engagement with methods that suit the project scale, nature, and potential impacts.
ESS1- Annexes
- Annex 1: Environmental and Social Assessment
- Annex 2: Environmental and Social Commitment Plan
- Annex 3: Management of Contractors
- Annexes form part of ESS1, providing detailed standards and procedures related to Environmental and Social Assessments, Commitment Plans, and Contractor Management, offering further clarification on specific procedures. The annexes provide specific details on these procedures.
- The annexes specify requirements for environmental and social assessments, commitment plans, and contractor management, meticulously describing procedures for each (with additional details).
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