Access Zambia 130–140 MW Wind Project
Completed
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
Client: Rankin Engineering Consultants / World Bank – Mott MacDonald
Location: Serenje District, Central Province
Scope of Work
- Project screening and confirmation of ESIA requirements in line with national legislation and international lender standards
- Baseline environmental and social studies, including land use, biodiversity, avifauna, socio-economic conditions, and community setting
- Assessment of potential environmental and social impacts associated with wind turbines, access roads, substations, and transmission lines
- Evaluation of cumulative impacts, occupational health & safety risks, and community health and safety considerations
- Development of mitigation measures, Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), and monitoring frameworks
- Preparation of a comprehensive ESIA report aligned with World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and international best practice, including support for stakeholder engagement and approvals
Project Summary
Conducted an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the proposed 130–140 MW wind power plant and associated transmission line, supporting sustainable renewable energy development and compliance with national and international environmental and social safeguards.
Project Details
- Client
- Rankin Engineering Consultants / World Bank – Mott MacDonald
- Location
- Serenje District, Central Province
- Status
- Completed
- Category
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)