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Guidance on the Environmental

Clearance (EC) Requirements
for Development, Infrastructure and
Industrial Projects in the Emirate of Dubai
Guidance on the Environmental
Clearance (EC) Requirements
for Development, Infrastructure and
Industrial Projects in the Emirate of Dubai
All information and documents referred to in this Guidance are

applicable at the date of issuance. It is the full responsibility o f the
user to refer t o latest amendments, if any.
Table of Contents
Definition of Terms and Abbreviations 7
Volume 1 - EIA System in the Emirate of Dubai 13

1 Introduction 15
2 Purpose and Objectives 16
3 Dubai Strategic Vision 17
4 EIA Principles and Factors 19
5 Objectives and Scope of an EIA 21
6 EIA Legal and Regulatory Framework 22
7 Roles and Responsibilities 24
7.1 Competent Authority 24
7.2 Project Owner of Development and/or Infrastructure Projects 24
7.3 Company Owner of Industrial Project, Facility or Activity 25
7.4 Environmental Consultants 25
7.5 Main Contractor for Development or Infrastructure Project 26
7.6 Environmental Management Consultant for Development or Infrastructure Project 27
Volume 2 - Guidance for Development and Infrastructure Projects 29

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1 Categorisation of Development and Infrastructure Projects 31
1.1 List of Projects Required to be Subjected to an EIA ( Mandatory List) 31
1.2 Exempted Types of Projects (Exclusion List) 35
1.3 Projects Required to be Approved by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment 36
1.3.1 Federal Projects 36
1.3.2 Projects With Transboundary Environmental Impacts 36
2 Environmental Clearance Requirements 37
2.1 EC Application Process 37
2.1.1 Projects Subjected to an EIA 37
2.1.2 Screening Process 38
2.2 EIA Documents for EC Application 39
2.2.1 EIA Report (EIAR) 39
2.2.2 EIA Summary (EIAS) 39
2.3 Submission Requirements 40
2.4 EC Renewal 41
2.5 EC Amendment 42
3 Decision-Making on Granting EC 44
3.1 Issuing the Environmental Clearance (EC) 44
3.2 Rejecting the EC Application 44
4 Post EC Compliance Monitoring and Reporting 45
4.1 Regulatory Compliance Monitoring 45
4.2 Self Compliance Monitoring 45
4.3 Environmental Performance Report 46
Volume 3 - Guidance for Industrial Projects 47
1 Industrial Activities Categorisation 49
1.1 Category A Industrial Activities 49
1.1.1 Required Documents for Category A 49
1.1.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) for Major Industrial Activities (Category A) so
1.1.3 Review Timeframe for Category A 51
1.2 Category B Industrial Activities 52
1.2.1 Required Documents for Category B 52
1.2.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities (Category B) 52
1.2.3 Review Timeframe for Category B 53
1.3 Category C Industrial Activities 53
1.3.1 Required Documents for Category C 53
1.3.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C) 54
1.3.3 Review Timeframe for Category C 54
2 Decision-Making on Granting EC 55
2.1 Approving the Application and Issuing the EC 55
2.2 Rejecting the EC Application 55
3 Environmental Compliance Conditions for Industrial Projects 56
4 EC Renewal Application 57
5 EC Amendment Application 58
6 Post EC Compliance Monitoring and Reporting 59
6.1 Regulatory Compliance Monitoring 59
6.2 Emissions Inventory 59
Volume 4 - Guidance on the Registration of Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai 61

6 1. Coverage of Registration 63
2 Conditions of Registration for Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai 65
2.1 General Conditions for All Environmental Consultants 65
2.2 Specific Conditions for Registered Environmental Consultant 65
3. Applications for Registration 67
3.1 Minimum Requirements for the New Registration of Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai 67
3.2 Minimum Requirements for the Renewal of Environmental Consultant's Registration 68
3.3 Minimum Requirements for the Amendment of Environmental Consultant's Registration 69
4 Code of Conduct for Environmental Consultants 71
ANNEXURES FOR DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS 73

Annex 1 - Project Screening Checklist for Development and Infrastructure Projects 75
Annex 2 - Contents/ Outline ofan Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) 77
PART 1 - Guidance on the Contents of EIA Report 78
PART 2 - Checklist for the Environmental Consultant in Preparation for the submission of an EIAR 90
Annex 3 -Contents/ Outline ofan Environmental Impact Assessment Summary (EIAS) 95
PART 1 - Guidance on the Contents of EIA Summary 96
PART 2 - Checklist for the Environmental Consultant in Preparation for the submission of an EIAS 104
Annex 4 - Guidance on Environmental Baseline Surveys & Numerical Modelling 107
PART 1 -Guidance on the Requirements for Air, Noise, Odour Baseline Survey & Modelling, and Separation Distance 109
PART 2 -Guidance on Coastal and Marine Numerical Model Simulations for Quantitative EIA Studies 119
PART 3 -Guidance on Hydrogeological Study and Requirements for Landfills 131
PART 4 -Guidance on Biodiversity Baseline Assessments 143
Annex 5 - Environmental Compliance Conditions for Development and Infrastructure Projects 151
ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS 157

Annex 1 - Comprehensive List of Industrial Activities (Categories A, B and C) 159
Annex 2 - BaselineSurvey, Numerical Modeling and Laboratory AnalysisRequirements for Major Industrial Activities (Category A) 175
Annex 3 - Environmental Impact Assessment Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities (Category B) 179
Annex 4 - Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C) 183
Definition of Terms and Abbreviations
For the exclusive use of this Guidance, the following terms, phrases, abbreviations, and definitions shall apply.
Term Definition/ Explanation

Affection Plan An official site plot plan issued by the concerned planning authority, indicating the allocated
plot number, the owner of the plot, the plot's land-use, survey coordinates delineating the
boundary, the total land area, and the community where it is located. Other details included,
if any, are the "no-build" or "frozen areas" affected by nearby areas of conservation or
heritage value, current or planned public utility and infrastructure corridor (i.e. owned by
Dubai Electric and Water Authority [DEWA) or Roads and Transport Authority [RTAJ),
military ground, among others. This document is also sometimes termed as "Site Plan".
Applicant Company Owner, appoi nted Environmental Consultant or company authorised by the
owner of a development, infrastructure or industrial project to secure or request to renew
or amend the Environmental Clearance (EC) through the Online EC Application System.
Aquifer Geological formation with significant extents which can hold and transmit water to the
groundwater wells.
Beneficial impact Positive effect on the environment.
Biodiversity The variability among living organisms from all sources including, among others, terrestrial,
marine, and other aquatic ecosystems and the ecological complexes of which they are part;
this includes diversity within species, between species and of ecosystems.
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Climate Change Climate change refers to a change in the state of the climate that can be identified by
changes in the mean and/or the variability of its properties, and that persists for an
extended period, typically decades or longer. It refers to any change in climate over time,
whether due to natural variability or as a result of human activity.
Coastal A Section within the Environment Department of Dubai Municipality (DM-ED), which
Environment oversees the sustainable development and the utilisation of Dubai coastal and marine
Section (CES) environment through the formulation and implementation of Integrated Coastal Zone
Management (ICZM) plans and procedures within the scope of responsibilities of Dubai
Municipality. The Section is responsible for the monitoring of the Projects' compliance
with the marine environment protection requirements and regulations imposed by the
DM- ED in accordance with Federal Law No. (24) of 1999, and its Implementing Rules and
Regulations. The section contributes significantly to the decision-making, understanding,
analysis and study of coastal phenomena aimed at achieving a sustainable coastal
development.
Company Owner The owner of a company or industry/industrial project
Compensation An example of a trade-off whereby loss of natural values is remedied or offset by a
corresponding compensatory action on the same site or elsewhere, determined through
the process of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Compensation involves implementing positive environmental measures to offset the
residual adverse impacts which have been identified through the EIA process. Compensation
measures have similar functions and produce outcomes which are of equal or greater
environmental value to those which are expected to be lost.
Com petent Dubai Municipality - Environment Department (DM-ED) is the Competent Authority in
Authority the Emirate of Dubai responsible for the implementation of the Federal Law No. (24) of
1999 for the Protection and Development of the Environment and its implementing rules
and regulations.
Term Definition / Explanation
Compliance Compliance Monitoring is conducted following the issuance of Environmental Clearance
Monitoring (EC) to ensure adherence with the conditions set in the EC and through the mitigation
and monitoring requirements detailed in the Environmental Management Plan and the
Environmental Monitoring Plan. It involves both Regulatory Monitoring and Self Monitoring.
Construction Describes the construction works and prevention or mitigation measures in detail, and
Environmental the environmental management and monitoring procedures to be implemented during
Control Plan (CECP) the Project's construction phase. The CECP will ensure that appropriate environmental
management practices are followed during the Project's construction phase. Based on the
recommendations of the Environmental Impact Assessment, a CECP must be prepared
and submitted with pertinent NOCs to the relevant Dubai Municipality Environment
Department (DM- ED) Sections.
Control Measure Actions and/or activities that are taken to prevent, eliminate or reduce the ident ified
hazard or impact to the environment.
Comments A CRS is a form prepared by an appointed Environmental Consultant specifying the

Resolution Sheet responses to each of the comments or concerns received from Dubai Municipality
(CRS) Environment Department (DM-ED) associated with the submitted Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) document. Each comment or concern and the corresponding response
8 shall be presented in a tabulated manner, clearly and accurately, providing all technical
justification and references, to facilitate a speedy review process. This response shall also
be incorporated and properly referenced in the revised EIA document.
Cumulative The impact on the environment, which results from the incremental impact of an activity
Environmental when added to other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future activities. It can
Effects/ result from individually minor but collectively significant impact taking place over a period
Cumulative Impact oftime.
Cumulative Assessment of the effects of changes to the environment that are caused by an action in
Environmental combination with other past, present, and future human actions.
Effects Assessment
Developer A Company or Entity who develops land. The developer seeks a profit from development of
the land, either by selling a development, such as residential complex, or an office building,
or by holding the developed property to reap a return on the investment. In certain
cases, Developer and Project Owner are one and the same (please refer to Project Owner
definition).
Development For the purpose of this Guidance, Development is any Project which involves conversion
of a land for the construction of buildings and /or facilities for residential, commercial or
industrial use, or for mixture of uses.
Direct Impact Occurs through direct interaction of an activity with an environmental, social, or economic
component.
Environment The physical, cultural, social and economic attributes of the natural and built environs
including land, water, atmosphere, climate, sound, odour, fauna, flora, and archaeological
sites.
Environmental An element, component, or resulting product of an activity or Project development that
Aspect interacts with the environment.
Environmental The environmental license, as per Federal Law No. (24) of 1999, which contains the set
Clearance (EC) of environmental compliance conditions issued for the Project with known significant
environmental impacts, and which satisfies the requirements of the Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) process. It specifies the scope and conditions that must be implemented
during the life cycle of a project.
Environmental Professional and experienced environmental practitioner registered with the Dubai
Consultant Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) to undertake Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) studies and provide independent expert assessment and advisory
services for their clients on matters pertaining to the management of environmental issues
associated with the proposed Project. They assist in facilitating compliance of Project
Owner to EIA process and environmental regulations, and in securing approval from the
Competent Authority.
Environmental A Section within the Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) responsible
Control Section for the monitoring of the Project's compliance with the environmental requirements and
(ECS) regulations imposed by the DM-ED in accordance with Federal Law No. (24) of 1999, and
its Implementing Rules and Regulations. 9
Environmental The resulting effect of an environmental aspect. Impact is used interchangeably and has
Impact/ Effect the same meaning as "effect".
Environmental A systematic planning process for identifying, predicting, analyzing and managing the
Impact Assessment potential environmental impacts (positive and negative) of a project on the environment
(EIA) and the potential effects of the environment on the project. The purpose of an EIA is
to provide an independent assessment of a Project's potential environmental impacts to
enable authorities and relevant stakeholders to understand and prevent or reduce the
potential adverse impacts ofthe projectbefore making decisions on whether Environmental
Clearance (EC) for the Project will be granted. The EIA Study is a comprehensive and
detailed study that is used as a tool to identify, assess and plan the pros and cons of
direct, indirect, cumulative, potential mitigation and monitoring of environmental impacts
associated with a proposed project or facility.
Environmental A document prepared by the Environmental Consultant that presents the detailed account
Impact Assessment of the quantitative EIA study process.
Report (EIAR)
EIA Report for It is the prerequisite document prepared and submitted by the Company Owner or its
Major Industrial appointed environmental consultant to obtain Environmental Clearance (EC) for the
Activities major industrial activities. It includes an outline of the environmental management and
monitoring plans that the Company Owner will undertake to protect the environment.
Environmental An EIA document similar to an EIA Report in brief, which is a qualitative EIA study.
Impact Assessment
Summary (EIAS)
EIA Summary It is a form for medium industrial activities that contains brief information about the
Report for Medium industrial processes with clear details of impacts expected from each environmental aspect.
Industrial Activities
EIA Checklist for It is a simplified checklist version of an EIA Summary Report, prescribed by the
Light Industrial Environmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS), to be accomplished by the Company
Activities Owner to identify the project's environmental aspects and environmental impacts.
Environmental An Environmental Management Consultant, if deemed required especially for large, multi-
Management faceted Projects, is an Environmental Consultant and shall be appointed by the Project
Consultant Owner to managethe implementation ofthe EIA recommendations and the EC's conditions.
The Environmental Consultant for the EIA could also be the Environmental Management
Consultant, but not necessarily so.
Environmental An Action Plan or Management Strategy for the implementation of mitigation measures
Management Plan identified in an EIA.
(EMP)
Environmental A document presenting the progress of the Project's implementation as well as the
Performance Report effectiveness of its environmental monitoring and management program.
(EPR)
Environmental A Section within the Environment Department of Dubai Municipality (DM-ED) responsible
Planning and for environmenta I permitting of development, infrastructure, and industrial facility
Studies Section Projects; management and regulation of air pollution, noise, and odour; and undertaking
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(EPSS) environmental studies and development of environmental strategies in line with Federal
and Local Policies.
Establishment Any licensed commercial or business activity, which may include any building, factory,
equipment, shop or office and any area or land and structures pertaining thereto.
Ex-situ Off-site
Federal Project / Any project or activity situated in a geographical location intersecting more than one
Activity Emirate.
Groundwater Water occupying all voids within a geologic stratum.

Groundwater Protected area demarcated by government for the protection and conservation of
protected basins groundwater resources.
Hazardous Waste Any waste that exhibits one or more hazardous characteristics, such as being corrosive,
flammable, oxidizing, poisonous, radioactive or eco-toxic.
Hydrogeological Refers to aspects of groundwater, soil, surface water and geological environments found in
environment the Emirate of Dubai.
Indirect Impact The effect on the environment, which is not a direct result of the Project, often produced
away from or as a result of a complex pathway. Sometimes referred to as second or third
level impacts, or secondary impacts.
Industry An economic or business entity with activities concerning the processing of raw materials
and/or manufacturing or production of a particular kind of goods or closely related raw
materials for another process, and/or rendering of services. For the purpose of this
Guidance, an industry is also referred as "industrial facility", "industrial project", "company",
"factory", "warehouse" or "business".
Infiltration The entry into soil or solid waste of water at the soil or solid waste surface.
Infrastructure A facility or structure necessary for the efficient operation of a society. This includes, but
not limited to, roads, bridges, railways, water and power supply, airports and seaports,
drainage and sewerage networks.
In-situ Onsite
International Also referred to as a (international) protocol, covenant, convention amongst other terms,
Environmental a type of treaty binding in international law with a primary stated purpose of controlling
Agreement pollution and managing or preventing human impacts on natural resources.
Leachate Any liquid that, in the course of passing through matter, extracts soluble or suspended
materials which are harmful substances that may then enter the environment. This is most
commonly used in the context of landfills or municipal solid waste disposal facilities.
Master Plan A long-term planning document that provides a conceptual layout to guide future growth
and development, presenting the overall land use of Development/Project through
narrative and maps, and includes both present property uses as well as future land
development plans. It is considered as a dynamic document that can be altered based on
changing Project conditions over time and in line with the vision and policy directions of
the government.
Mitigation Means to prevent, reduce or control the potential adverse environmental effects of a
Project, and include restitution for any damage to the environment caused by those effects 11
Measures
through replacement, restoration, compensation or any other means and optimizing the
environmental benefits of a Project.
Natural Resources A Section within the Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) responsible
Conservation for the monitoring, protection and sustainable management of natural resources including
Section (NRCS) soil, groundwater, and biodiversity in accordance with applicable laws & regulations.
Negative impact Commonly termed as adverse impact, which means detrimental effect on the environment.
No Objection A Certificate issued by the Competent Authority stating their no objection on the
Certificate (NOC) implementation of a Project or a specific activity that is a part or a component of a
larger Project, which has already satisfied the requirements of the Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) process.
Project Any activity, process, premises or development regardless of scale or magnitude, which has
an impact, whether significant or not, on the environment.
Project Owner The owner of a Project to be developed.
Regulatory Conducted by DM- ED Officers and Engineers and involves, but not limited to, site
Compliance inspection to check and verify the status ofthe Project and the mitigation measures as per
Monitoring the approved EIAR or EIAS, to record and assess the actual impacts of the Project, and to
conduct desktop review of submitted documentation requirements as per the issued EC.
Residual Impacts remaining after the implementation of preventive and/or mitigating measures.
Environmental
Impact
Screening The process of deciding on whether an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is required
for a Project not categorised in this Guidance. The main conclusion will be a classification
of the Project according to its likely environmental sensitivity. This will determine whether
an EIA is needed, and if so, the type of EIA document.
Self Compliance Conducted by the Project Owner, Main Contractor or by Environmental Consultants, as
Monitoring applicable, and includes periodic site audits and inspections, as well as In-Situ or Ex-Situ
sampling and testing.
Sensitive Receptor Receptors are valued environmental features, such as groundwater, coastlines, air,
biodiversity and human settlements (e.g. residential area, hospital, day care centre, etc.)
that may be affected by one or more aspect of a proposed Project.
Separation Distance Separation Distance is the linear distance between the source of emission and sensitive
/ Buffer Zone receptors.
Buffer zone is the area of land (as determined by the separation distance) designed to
protect sensitive receptors from a potential impact. The features ofthe buffer zone are a
function of the impact they are designed to mitigate, and may include vegetation, land or
sea scape features, and buildings or structures.
Significance The extent to which something matters. Significance is the acceptability of the residual
impacts of a Project on valued receptors. It may be determined by consideration of one
or more of the following factors: 1. Magnitude, 2. Frequency, 3. Duration, 4. Geographic
extent, 5. Seasonality, 6. Social/economic factors.
12 Stakeholder Individuals, communities, government agencies, private organisations, non-governmental

organisations or others who may directly or indirectly be affected by or may have interest
on the Project or activity.
Sustainability Development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of
/ Sustainable future generations to meet their own needs.
Development
Trade wastewater Any wastewater generated and discharged from industrial operations or commercial
activities.
Transboundary Crossing a political border (national or international).
Transboundary A direct or cumulative environmental impact of the construction or operation of a project
Environmental or of implementation of an activity that is extended or is likely to be extended outside the
Impact areas under the jurisdiction of the Competent Authority.
Waste - Any discarded, rejected, abandoned, unwanted or excess matter, whether or not intended
for sale or for recycling, reprocessing, recovery or purification by a separate operation
from that which produced the matter; or
- Anything declared by the DM Waste Management Department (DM-WMD) to be waste,
whether of value or not.
Wastewater All spent water discharged from any activity of man or industrial process. For the purpose
ofthis document it is further classified into two (2) types namely; a) domestic wastewater,
and b) trade wastewater.
Volume 1
EIA System
in the Emirate of Dubai
Volume 1 describes the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) System being implemented by the Dubai
Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) for development, infrastructure and industrial projects in the
Emirate of Dubai, as mandated by the Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regarding the Protection and Development
of the Environment, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and in line with the comprehensive legal and
regulatory framework within the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
D Introduction
A visionary leadership, unprecedented mega development projects, high-quality infrastructure, knowledge-based,
sustainable and innovation-focused businesses, an expatriate-friendly environment - these strategic foundations
have set Dubai as a tourism hub and an iconic global metropolis within the region. The Dubai Government's
decision to diversify from a trade-based and oil-reliant economy into a service- and tourism-oriented city has
made real estate and other developments more valuable. Initiatives were also established to transform Dubai into
a global platform for industries based on knowledge, innovation and sustainability, and the plan is to expand its
industrial zones with advanced infrastructures and modern technologies aiming to attract international investors
and driving all sectors to be competitive in the regional and international levels. Construction on a large scale has
turned Dubai into one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, a city that boasts extensive range of industrial
activities, unmatchable towers, remarkable architecture and world-class developments.
To augment its success, Dubai is settingthe fundamental groundwork for attracting new businesses and investors
by establishing a suite of economic frameworks that remove barriers to development, encourage investment
and promote ease in conducting business in the region. Embedded within these frameworks is the theme of
environmental protection and sustainability.
As the Emirate aims to be a world leader and an example of environmental and sustainability excellence across
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the globe, it recognises the impacts on the environment brought about by this development and industrial
revolution. The protection, conservation and enhancement of the environment are considered three of the main
objectives of the Federal and the Dubai Government that have been integrated into developmental policies and
strategies. A system of federal laws and executive regulations focused on the protection and enhancement of the
environment are enforced by competent authorities. These aim to protect the air, water, and soil environment
from pollution and waste; develop water resources; protect marine environment; conserve biodiversity; natural
resources, and fisheries; and render mitigation strategies and adaptation measures on climate change in order
to promote sustainable development in the country. To consider the protection of environment, appropriate
design considerations and responsible project implementation are vital elements of an effective environmental
protection program.
In support ofthe initiatives and pursuant to the Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 on the Protection and Development
of the Environment (hereafter referred as the Law), the Dubai Municipality - Environment Department (DM
ED), the Competent Authority in Dubai as per the Law, has embarked on this strategic initiative to develop a
Guidance on the Environmental Clearance Requirements for Development, Infrastructure and Industrial Projects.
This document (hereby referred to as the Guidance) is published under the authority of the DM-ED to provide
information and guidance to Project Owners, Company Owners and Environmental Consultants on the DM
ED-prescribed procedures and requirements to obtain an Environmental Clearance (EC) for all development,
infrastructure and industrial projects in the Emirate of Dubai. An EC will be issued for Projects that will successfully
complete the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process leading to an approved EIA document. Specifically,
an EC will be issued when the DM-ED is fully satisfied that the potential impacts of a project have been properly
analysed and addressed through the provision of appropriate mitigation measures.
This Guidance shall in effect supersede the Environmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS) Technical
Guideline No. 01 regarding the "Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)", and the EPSS Technical Guideline No.
02 on the "EIA Requirements for Land Development and Infrastructure Projects", both issued in March 2019.
fJ Purpose and Objectives
This Guidance is intended for the use of Project or Company Owners and Environmental Consultants who
are planning to submit an application to secure an EC from DM-ED. The Guidance describes the procedures
and documentation required to properly carry out an environmental impact assessment (EIA) of a proposed
development, infrastructure and industrial projects in the Emirate of Dubai. Strict adherence to the Guidance
by Project or Company Owners and Environmental Consultants is a necessary component ofthe EC application
process. For an EC to be issued to a Project, the EIA study shall satisfactorily identify and assess environmental
impacts of the Project, recommend preventative and mitigation measures, and establish monitoring system to
evaluate the effectiveness of measures.
This Guidance contains information that is proprietary to DM-ED, which shall not be used in any misleading
context or purposes other than compliance with EC requirements in the Emirate of Dubai.
11§1 Dubai Strategic Vision
All of the environmental performance and sustainability indicators linked to the Dubai Strategic Vision shall
be considered as part of the DM-ED EIA review. For convenience the main policy aspects in this regard are
summarised below.
UAE VISION 2021

In 2014, the UAE launched a seven-year National Agenda to achieve
the UAE Vision 2021. The National Agenda promotes an environment 1
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that integrates all segments of society while preserving the unique 3nd Preet'\led
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culture, heritage, and traditions ofthe UAE. The agenda was developed ~
by over 300 officials from 90 federal and local government entities,
and includes a set of national indicators, which support sustainable
environment and infrastructure in addition to the sectors of education,
healthcare, economy, police and security, housing, infrastructure and
government services. It highlights the importance of infrastructure,
which is a main pillar in attracting businesses and investors, and aims
for the UAE to be among the best in the world in terms of quality of
airports, seaports, road networks, and utility services. Figure 1: UAE Vision 2021
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DUBAI INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY 2030

The Dubai Industrial Strategy was initiated to support the Dubai
Plan 2021, helping Dubai to build its diversified economic base - a
crucial determinant of UAE's global competitiveness in the coming
period aiming to propel Dubai as a global platform for knowledge
based, innovation-focused and sustainable industrial activities.
The objective of the strategy is to make Dubai an international
economic hub, linking specific sectors to stimulate innovation and
creativity. The strategy is looking forward to enhance industrial
coherence and integration with other economic sectors particularly
strategic ones, and create an attractive investment environment
through a set of initiatives and incentives. These will develop and
The strategy prioritizes the development of im prove existing targeted industries and attract new ones with
six (6) industrial sub-sectors: competitive capabilities.
The strategy will have a significant impact on Dubai's economy towards 2030, leading to the following:
♦ 160 billion Dirhams forecasted increase in Dubai's total GDP;

♦ 18 billion Dirhams forecasted increase in GDP for the industrial sector (currently valued at
approximately 41 billion Dirhams);
♦ Creation of more than 27,000 specialized jobs;
♦ Increase in research and development expenditures by approximately 700 million Dirhams; and
♦ 16 billion Dirhams forecasted increase in exports.
DUBAI PLAN 2021
Dubai launched the Dubai Plan 2021 (DP 2021) to guide the Emirate's
goal to be among the best cities in the world. Its main objective is to
reinforce Dubai's position as a global center for trade and commerce,
making it the top foreign direct investment destination worldwide. The
development of DP 2021 took place in 2014, a process which engaged
numerous stakeholders including the public and private sectors through
a comprehensive media campaign.
DP 2021 addresses various themes that complement the UAE Vision
2021: National Agenda. It describes the future of Dubai through holistic
and harmonious perspectives, starting with the people and the society. It
also presentsthe key characteristics ofsociety needed to empower citizens
in achieving their goals and the City's aspirations. The Plan covers both
the natural and built environments, and looks at the living experience of
the people, as well as the economic and social services provided. Figure 2; Dubai Plan 2021
DUBAI MUNICIPALITY STRATEGIC

PLAN 2016 - 2021
In accordance with the UAE National Agenda

and Dubai Plan 2021, DM launched its strategic
plan to propel Dubai as a pivotal hub within the
global economy. It sets ambitious targets for
the Emirate's long-term growth, highlighting
18 key sectors of focus. The Plan involves both
iii government and relevant stakeholders to drive

major investments, infrastructure, and social
developments.
The vision of Dubai Municipality Strategic Plan (2016-2021) contains the following strategic pillars:
♦ Creative and Pioneering Municipality;

♦ Constructive Partnerships and Effective Communication;
♦ City Growth;
♦ City Excellence; and
♦ City Environmental Sustainability.
The pillar 'City Environmental Sustainability' supports the objectives of the National Agenda and
Dubai Plan 2021. In support to the Dubai Plan 2021 and DM Strategic Plan 2016-2021, DM has
developed a number of strategies concerning various environmental sectors such as the Integrated
Solid Waste Management Strategy 2030, Environmental Health Strategy for the Emirate of Dubai
2016-2021, and Dubai Air Quality Strategy 2017-2021.
m EIA Principles and Factors
The full application of the following EIA principles and factors will increase the likel ihood of the Project to
achieve satisfactory environmental outcomes. These key principles and factors are based on international best
practices for environmental impact assessment:
D Precautionary Principle: This principle is used to invoke measures to prevent or reduce the threat
of harm to the environment or human health in instances when scientific evidence about t he t hreats
posed by an activity or Project is not conclusive.
Mitigation Hierarchy: An approach that a ims to reduce risks to t he environment, economy and
El society following a specific order or hierarchy of steps: 1 . Avoida nce; 2. Minimization; 3. Rehabilitation;
4. Restoration and; 5. Offset.
Maximum Resource Conservation: Effective actions which lead to the optimal protection, preservation,
management, or restoration of renewable and non-renewable natural resources such as wildlife, soil,
energy and water.
a Polluter Pays: The party responsible for producing pollution is responsible for paying for t he damages
done to the natural environment or community.
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B Inclusiveness, Timeliness and Transparency: The best decisions made are those in which the
information a nd views of all interested and potentially affected parties are appropriately considered in
a timely manner. Proper applicatio n of this t hree-(3)-pronged principle is the key as to whether a n EC
is issued or not.
Disclosure and All Encompassing: The Project Owner has the primordial duty a nd responsibility for
disclosing all relevant infor mation of the Project to produce a meaningful and acceptable EIA study.
The EIA must be performed for the entire proposed Project and not parts thereof.
II Social Return on Investment (SROI): Developed from traditional cost-benefit analysis and social
accounting, it is a participative approach a nd an outcome-based measure ment principle or tool used
to understand and quantify t he social, environmental and economic value of a proposed Project.
EJ Comprehensive: The EIA p rocess should fully consider all relevant information on the affected
environment, of proposed alternatives and their impacts, and the measures necessary to monit or and
investigate residual impacts.
Credible: The EIA process should be carried out with professionalism, rigor, fairness, objectivity,
impartiality and balance, be evidence based, and subject to independent checks a nd verification.
Early Integration: The integration of the EIA process early into the Project development cycle is
a vital aspect of Project planning and design. The EIA process, which is primarily concerned with
assessing the overall impacts of any proposed Project, development, or activity, is also used to ensure
the earliest possible inclusio n of environmental protectio n, mitigation, a nd enhancement measures
into the Project design elements.
Zero Discharge: The goal of this principle is minimal pollution from an activity o r Project, including
ED zero effluent discharge to the aquatic environment, recycling and reuse of all solid and liquid process
wastes, and reducing air emissions to t he lowest possible quantity and toxicity.
EE No net loss: When every effort is made to avoid, minimise and restore, human activities can still have
negative impacts on biodiversity. To avoid a net loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services, damages
resulting from h uman activities must be balanced by equivalent gains.
Local, traditional and indigenous knowledge: "Indigenous knowledge" is the term used to describe
EE t he knowledge systems developed by a community as opposed to t he scientific knowledge that is
generally referred to as "modern knowledge". Local, t raditional and indigenous knowledge is the basis
for local-level decision-making in many rural communities. This knowledge should be used in the
impact assessment to provide a complete and reliable overview of issues specific to a community.
Views exchanged with stakeholders and experts are valuable elements of the EIA.
Iii Objectives and Scope of an EIA
Adherence to, and the earliest application of, the EIA requirements and procedures contained herein is
intended to:
♦ Protectthe Emirate of Dubai from significant adverse environmental impacts caused by theimplementation
of a Development or Infrastructure Project at the earliest possible stage of the Project cycle;
♦ Ensure that Projects are environmentally assessed at the earliest stage of the Project cycle in a prudent
and rational manner; with mindful consideration of the detrimental consequences to natural, human and
built environment, and climate change;
♦ Ensure that an environmental impact assessment is completed in a timely manner;
♦ Promote cooperation and coordinated action amongst government entities with respect to environmental
impact assessments;
♦ Encourage government entities and Project or Company Owners within the Emirate of Dubai to take
actions that promote sustainable development in order to achieve and maintain a healthy environment
and healthy economy; and
♦ Encourage the evaluation of the cumulative effects of Projects within the Emirate of Dubai and the
consideration of the results of this evaluation in environmental assessments.
The scope of an Environmental Impact Assessme nt (EIA) comprises: 21
♦ Description of the proposed Project and associated works together with the environmental requirements
for carrying out the Project;
♦ Identification and description of the components of the environment that are likely to be affected by the
proposed Project and to cause adverse impacts to the proposed Project;
♦ Identification and quantification of pollution sources and determination of the significance of impacts on
sensitive receptors including cultural heritage sites;
♦ Identification and quantification of any potential losses or damage to flora, fauna and natural habitats;
♦ Identification of the negative impacts and recommendations on appropriate mitigation measures during
all phases of the Project (e.g. construction, operation, as applicable);
♦ Identification, prediction and evaluation of the residual (i.e. after practicable mitigation) environmental
impacts and the cumulative impacts expected to arise during the construction and operation phases, as
applicable, of the proposed Project in relation to the sensitive receptors;
♦ Investigation of the likelihood and extent of potentially undesirable "side effects" of proposed mitigation
measures;
♦ Identification of constraints associated with the mitigation measures recommended in the EIA study;
♦ Identification and assessment of residual impacts after mitigation; and
♦ Plan and details of the environmental monitoring and audit requirements, as necessary, to ensure the
implementation and the effectiveness of the adopted environmental protection and pollution control
measures.
m EIA Legal and Regulatory Framework
The UAE has a comprehensive legal a nd regulatory framework to e nsure a sustainable environment within the
Country consisting of federal laws, ministerial decrees, and executive by-laws.
The EIA system in the UAE is a legal requirement under Federal Law No. (24) of 1999. EIAs are implemented
within the Emirate of Dubai under the jurisdiction ofthe DM-ED. Relevant provisions of the following main laws
and regulations s hall be used as reference, as ap plicable, during the preparation of the EIA Study.
Table 1: Federal Laws & Regulations

Federal Laws & Regulations Description
Federal Law No. (26) of 1981 Concerning the Commercial Maritime Law
Federal Law No. (9) of1 983 Regulating the Hunting of Birds and Animals
Federal Law No. (19) of 1993 Designation of Maritime Areas of the UAE
Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Protection and Development of the Environment
Executive order of Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regulation for Handling Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Wastes and Medical Wastes
Federal Law No. (23) of 1999 Exploitation, Protection, and Development of Living Aquatic Resources
Cabinet Decree No. (37) of 2001 Amendment of Federal Law No. (24) of1999
Federal Law No. (11) of 2002 Regulating and Controlling International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
Federal Decree No, (13) of 2003 Agreement for Protection of Wildlife and its Natural Habitat in the GCC Countries
Cabinet Decree No. (12) of 2006 Regulation Concerning Protection of Air from Pollution
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Federal Decree No. (11) of 2007 UAE Joining the Convention of Wetlands of International Importance (RAMSAR)
Federal Law No. (22) of 2016 Concerning Possession of Dangerous Animals
Fed era I Law No. (11) of 2017 Concerning the Heritage/Antiquities
Federal Law No. (12) o f 2018 Integrated Waste Management
Reg;,rding the amendment of some of the provisions of the Cabinet Decree No, (37) of 2001
Cabinet Decree No. (27) of2021 concerning the systems for the implementing regulations of the Federal Law No. (24) of 1999
regarding Protection and Development of the Environment
Table 2: Ministerial Decrees

Ministerial Decrees Description
Ministerial Decision No. (33) of 2012 Regulating the Handling of HCFCs
Ministerial Decree No, (137) of 2012 Regarding Guida nce to Regulate the Establishments Activities' Working in Cement Production Field
Regarding Requires Manufacturers and Suppliers of Plastic Products to Register Degradable Plastic
Ministerial Decree No. (118) of 2013
Products
Concerning the Regulation of the Passage and Export of Hazardous Waste Shipments Across the
Ministerial Decision No. (152) of2013
Borders of the UAE
Regarding Technical Requirements for ambient Air Quality Monitoring Equipment and Location of
Ministerial Decree No. (359) of 2015
Installation
Ministerial Decree No. (98) of 2019 Using Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) produced from waste treatment procedures in cement plants
Table 3: Local Laws, Orders, & Decrees

Local Laws/ Decrees/Orders Description
Local Order No. (61) of 1991 Environment Protection Regulations in the Emirate of Dubai, its Rules of Implementation
Decree No. (22) of 2001 Concerning the Conservation of the Coastal Zone in the Emirate of Dubai
Loca I Law No. (11) of 2003 Establishment of Protected Areas in Dubai
Local Order No. (15) of 2008 Protection of Groundwater in the Emirate of Dubai
Decree No. (22) of 2014 Establishment of (6) Protected Areas in Dubai
Local Order No. (210) of 2016 Regarding the approval and registration of the temporary batching/ mixing units
Executive Order No. (58) of 2017 Regarding the Approval Fees and Fines for Waste Disposal in the Emirate of Dubai
Moreover, as part ofthe UAE's commitment to protect t he environment and to address t he global e nvironmental
challenges and issues, the UAE has signed and ratified many international and regional environmental conventions
and agreements as listed in the following tables.
Table 4: International Conventions & Agreements

Vear International Convention/Agreement
1954 Convention for the Prevention of Pollution of the Sea by Oil and its amendments
1969 International Convention Relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases of Oil Pollution Causalities
1972 London Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter
1972 Convention on the Protection of the World Cultural & Natural Heritage
1973 Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora - CITES
1973 International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (1973) as amended by Protocol MAR POL (1978)
1976 Convention on Limitations of Liability for Maritime Claims
1979 Charter of the United Nations Industrial Development
1 982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
1985 Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer
1987
Montreal Protocol on Ozone Depleting Substances of1987 and Montreal Amendments (London 1990, Copenhagen 1 982, Montreal 23
1 987, Beijing 1999)
1989 Basel Convention on the Control of Trans-boundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and Their Disposal
1991 International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV)
1 992 Convention on Biologkal Diversity
1992 United Nations Framework Convent ion on Climate Change
1994 United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
1997 Kyoto Protocol to the UN Convention on Climate Change
1998 Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pestkides in International Trade
2001 Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organk Pollutants (POPS)
2007 Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar)
2013 Minamata Convention on Mercury
2016 Paris Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
2016 Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) of Wild Animals
Table 5: Regional Conventions & Agreements

Vear Regional Convention/Agreement
Kuwait Regional Convention for Cooperation on the Protection of the Marine Environment from Pollution, and its Protocol Concerning
1978
Regional Cooperation in Combating Pollution by Harmful Substances in Cases of Emergency
1990 Protocol for the Protection of the Marine Environment Against Pollution from Land-Based Sources
1991 Convention on Conservation of Wildlife and its Natural Habitats in the GCC Countries
Iii Roles and Responsibilities
The EIA process in the Emirate of Dubai entails the key stakeholders to carry out their roles and responsibilities
as defined below. It is vital that all key stakeholders have a clear understanding of their specific responsibilities
in the EIA process to facilitate efficient and effective Project planning and implementation.
7.1 Competent Authority

As mandated by Federal Law No. (24) of 1999for the Protection and Development ofthe Environment, the Dubai
Municipality Environment Department (OM-ED) is the Competent Authority responsible for establishing and
implementing the EIA guidelines and procedures, for taking decisions on the EC applications, and for monitoring
environmental compliance of relevant development and infrastructure projects and industrial activities within
the Emirate of Dubai. The main roles of OM-ED in the context of the EIA process and post EC compliance
monitoring include the following:
- Receive the EIA documents and EC-related application submitted by the appointed Environmental
Consultant or Applicant, and evaluate for completeness;
- Technical review of EIA documents, organise EIA and/or EC-related clarification meetings with the
Project/Company Owner, the appointed Environmental Consultant or Applicant, when necessary, and
make the decision on the Application;
- Prepare and issue the EC for the Project, if granted, or reject the application on line; and
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- Enforce environmental compliance after the issuance ofthe EC (i.e. Regulatory Compliance Monitoring).
7.2 Project Owner of Development and/or Infrastructure Projects

Project Owner of Development and/or Infrastructure Projects, has direct responsibility for the Project and shall
provide necessary, complete and clear information on the Project at all stages of the EIA study process. The
Project Owner appoints experts to undertake EIA studies on their behalf and respond to technical questions or
clarifications on their submissions until the final approval of the EC application.
The Project Owner is specifically responsible to ensure the following actions are taken:
1. The Master Plan/design is frozen prior to the commissioning of an EIA study.
2. Appoint a OM-ED-registered Environmental Consultant to carry out the EIA study for the entire
components of the Project or Master Plan as opposed to separate studies on each Project component.
3. Provide the appointed Environmental Consultant with transparent and complete information on the
proposed Project, and comprehensive Project schedule for the preparation of the EIAR or EIAS.
4. Understand the timing required for undertaking numerical modelling studies and other studies
associated with EIA study.
5. Work with the appointed Environmental Management Consultant (if deemed required) to ensure that
the recommendations ofthe EIAR or EIAS and their Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan
(EMMP) and EC conditions are complied with, during the Project im plementation.
6. All required environmental monitoring are performed in accordance with the Executive Order of the
Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 on EIA study requirements.
7. Secure a copy of the EC, in a timely manner, once notification on the EC approval is received.
8. Ensure that any OM-ED requested installation of permanent monitoring stations (to remain after
Project construction, as applicable) is completed.
9. Keep and maintain records of monitoring results for five (5) years after the EC issuance date, and
grant DM-ED Officers and Engineers access to these records, when required.
10. Grant DM-ED Officers and Engineers access to the site and records, and provide assistance during
periodic or unscheduled inspections.
11. Ensure compliance, at all times, of the Project activities to the EC conditions.
12. Timely renewal of the EC, as necessary.
13. Proactively inform the DM-ED in case of any changes (i.e. new, addition, amendment) in the activities
or Project components.
14. Adequately communicate and share the requirements of the issued EC and Environmental Monitoring
Plan as per the approved EIA document to the appointed Contractors.
15. Conduct, or appoint the Main Contractor or an Environmental Consultant to perform, periodic
comprehensive environmental audits of the Project (i.e. Self Compliance Monitoring, refer to Volume
2 Section 4.2) during the construction phase to ascertain that compliance has been achieved as
per the recommendations of the EIAR or EIAS and the conditions of the EC; and / or submit the
Environmental Performance Report (EPR) in accordance with the requirements of the EC. The EPR
should be comprehensive and accurate as per the minimum requirements stated in Volume 2 Section
4.3 of this Guidance.
7.3 Company Owner of Industrial Project, Facility or Activity

The Company Owner (individual, private company or government) of an industrial project, facility or activity,
has direct responsibility to provide necessary, complete and clear information during the EIA study and EC
application process. The Company Owner can appoint an environmental consultant to undertake EIA studies 25
on their behalf and respond to techn ical questions or clarifications on their submissions until the final approval
of the EC application. The Company Owner is specifically responsible to ensure the following actions are taken:
Provide the appointed Environmental Consultant (if any) with transparent and complete information
on the industrial facility for the preparation of the EIAR or required environmental documents.
All required environmental monitoring are performed in accordance with the Executive Order of the
Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 on EIA study requirements.
Secure a copy of the EC, in a timely manner; once notification on the EC approval is received.
Ensure that any DM-ED requested installation of permanent monitoring stations is completed.
Keep and maintain records of monitoring results for five (5) years after the EC issuance date, and
grant DM-ED Officers and Engineers access to these records, when required.
Grant DM-ED Officers and Engineers access to the site and records, and provide assistance during
periodic or unscheduled inspections.
Ensure compliance, at all times, of the industrial activities to the EC conditions.
Timely renewal of the EC, as necessary.
Proactively inform the DM-ED in case of any changes (i.e. new, addition, amendment) in the industrial
activities, location, or components.
7.4 Environmental Consultants

Environmental Consultants are entities of professionals and experts registered with DM-ED to undertake EIA
studies for Projects, and to manage the implementation of environmental protection requirements, as applicable.
They assistthe Project/Company Owner to obtain the EC by carrying out the EIA study, including the preparation
of EIAR or EIAS, recommendation of mitigation measures, and developing environmental management and
monitoring plans. As DM-ED registered Environmental Consultants, they are obliged to adhere to the Code of
Conduct governing the registration of Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai. The Guidance on the
Registration of Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai is provided in Volume 4.
The Environmental Consultants, who are commissioned to undertake EIA studies for the purpose of obtaining
an EC for a Project, have the following roles and responsibilities:
1. Prepare the EIA study in accordance with the requirements of DM-ED stated in this Guidance, the
internationally recognised best practices, and the requirements of pertinent International Conventions
on Environmental Protection.
2. Ensure that the information provided in the EIA document is accurate and consistent with the Project
design to the best of their knowledge.
3. Undertake an EIA study for the entire components of the Project or Master Plan of a development or
infrastructure project and not separate studies on each Project component to ensure the integrity of
the EIA study itself and ultimately the protection ofthe natural and built environment from the entire
proposed Project.
4. Use most up-to-date available data.
5. Ensure that all members of the EIA team and sub-contractors have acceptable technical capability and
that sampling and analytical equipment are certified.
6. Submit EIA documents, and its revisions, in a timely manner.
7. Ensure that the laboratories involved in the baseline environmental surveys are accredited by the
Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC), formerly Dubai Accreditation Center (DAC), for
the specific tests.
8. Acknowledge their ethical role when carrying out an EIA study as per Federal Law No. (24) of 1999,
and accordingly provide sound technical advice and solutions to the Project Owner throughout the
course of the environmental study.
26 9. Conduct the required Self Compliance Monitoring and submission of EPR (refer to Volume 2 Sections
4.2 and 4.3, respectively) if appointed by the Project Owner of any development or infrastructure
project.
7.5 Main Contractor for Development or Infrastructure Project

The Project Owner usually appoints an engineering consultant or contractor to design and build the Project.
The appointed engineering consultant or contractor, or simply the Main Contractor; is responsible for complying
with the EC conditions and for the implementation of the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan
(EMMP), both applicable for the construction phase. The Main Contractor is obliged to transfer responsibility
to, and take responsibility for any sub-contractor that they employ during the construction of the Project.
The roles and responsibilities of the Main Contractor are the following:
1. Ensure that the Project is implemented as per the EIAR or EIAS information, recommendations and
EMMP.
2. Ensure compliance with all of the applicable conditions of the issued EC related to construction, and
address non-compliances, if any.
3. Prepare and submit obligatory Methods Statements for each construction phase to the Environmental
Consultant during the EIA, if available.
4. Brief all sub-contractors on the requirements of the EIA and EC Conditions, including mitigation
measures, provide sub-contractors with copies indicating their individual responsibilities, and ensure
compliance through internal inspections and audits.
5. Accompany the authorised DM-ED Officers and Engineers during Regulatory Compliance Monitoring.
6. Inform the DM-ED, through all known means of communication, any environmental incidents at the
Project site that results to environmental impacts regardless of the degree or severity. The Main
Contractor shall be held accountable in case of occurrence of environmental violation and non
compliance. In this case, the DM-ED has the right to issue penalty in addition to compensation for the
environmental damage associated with the violation or non-compliance.
7. Receive Notice of Violation (NOV) on behalf of the Project Owner in case an environmental violation
is observed on site.
8. Take actions to rectify the environmental incidents, violations or non-compliance in coordination with
the Environmental Consultant, if any, and as applicable.
9 . Conduct the required Self Compliance Monitoring and submission of EPR (refer to Volume 2 Sections
4.2 and 4.3, respectively) if appointed by the Project Owner of any development or infrastructure
project.
7.6 Environmental Management Consultant for Development or Infrastructure Project

An Environmental Management Consultant may be appointed, if deemed necessary, for a large, multi-faceted
Project. Environmental Consultants can play the role as Environmental Management Consultant to manage
the implementation of the EIA study recommendations and EC conditions during the construction phase of a
Project.
The appointed Environmental Management Consultant shall be fully cognizant of the environmental regulations
pertaining to the entire Project and shall be responsible to:
1. Act as a principal point of contact between DM-ED and the Main Contractor or Project Owner on
environmental issues at the Project site.
2. Accompany the authorised DM-ED Officers and Engineers during Regulatory Compliance Monitoring.
3. Review method statements for environmental aspects and advise on improvements prior to starting
the work.
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4. Ensure that the recommendations of the EIAR or EIAS, EMMP, and the EC conditions are implemented
by the Project Owner and Main Contractor.
5. Conduct periodic comprehensive environmental audits of the Project (i.e. Self Compliance Monitoring,
refer to Volume 2 Section 4.2) during the construction phase to ascertain that compliance has been
achieved as per the recommendations of the EIAR or EIAS and the conditions of the EC. The frequency
of environmental monitoring is governed by the nature of the Project and monitoring may be required
on a monthly or quarterly basis. DM-ED has the right to determine the frequency and duration of
monitoring, as deemed necessary.
6. Inspect the construction works for compliance with the agreed method statement, pollution prevention
measures and permit conditions, and providing advice to the Main Contractor (still as part of Self
Compliance Monitoring).
7. Bear equal responsibility with the Main Contractor for the implementation of the EIA study
recommendations and conditions of the EC, and for the consequences in the event of non-compliance.
8. Submit the Environmental Performance Report (EPR) in accordance with the requirements of the EC.
The EPR should be comprehensive and accurate as per the minimum requirements stated in Volume 2
Section 4.3 of this Guidance.
9. Inform the Main Contractor to address the non-compliance issue(s), in case of environmental violations
and non-compliance during the construction of the Project with respect to the EIA study, the issued EC,
and the relevant environmental laws and regulations, or any practice that cause a negative environmental
impact, and follow up with them until the issues are rectified.
10. Inform the DM-ED immediately, through all known means of communication, in the following cases:
a. Non-Compliance with the agreed method statements, recommendations of the EIA study and
EMMP, and the EC conditions;
b. No actions taken to rectify identified environmental issues;
c. Violations causing significant environmental impacts;
d. Occurrence of environmental damage due to an incident or emergency situation (i.e. indicating the
date of occurrence, action taken, current status, etc.).
11. Attend site progress meetings as necessary, and where required, meetings with the concerned
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stakeholders for any environmental concerns.
12. Receive Notice of Violation (NOV) on behalf of the Project Owner or Main Contractor in case an
environmental violation is observed on site.
Volume2 ~
Guidance for Development and
Infrastructure Projects
Volume 2 is intended for the use of Project Owners and Environmental Consultants that are planning to subm it
an ap plication to secure an Environmental Clearance (EC) from Dubai Municipality-Environment Department
(OM-ED) for any development or infrastructure project in the Emirate of Dubai. This Volume describes the
procedures and documentation required to properly carryout an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for a
proposed development and/or infrastructure project or facility. Strict adherence to the Guidance by the Project
Owner and/or the appointed Environmental Consultant is a necessary component of the EIA study and the EC
application process
D Categorisation of Development and

Infrastructure Projects
This Chapter provides a list of Projects that are subject to an EIA, as required by the Federal Law No. (24)
of 1999 Rega rding the Protection and Development of the Environment, and the Cabinet Decree No. (27)
of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, prior to the commencement of any construction activity, any changes or
modification in its process or component, or any planned expansion of an existing Project. The Projects that are
covered by this Guidance are categorised based on location, size and sensitivity, the nature and magnitude of
the potential environmental impacts, and consequently the type of EIA study required.
This Guidance identifies two types of EIA studies as follows:
EIAR: quantitative EIA leading to the preparation of an EIA Report (EIAR); and
EIAS: qualitative EIA leading to the preparation of an EIA Summary (EIAS).
The types of Projects and t he corresponding type of EIA document required are presented in the following
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Section 1 .1.
1.1 List of Projects Required to be Subjected to an EIA (Mandatory List)

Projects/Activities as per Required EIA
Project Type Threshold / Criteria
Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 Document
Projects of Natural Resoun:es of Fossil Origin
Exploration andextraction projects, Fossil f uel, natural gas, and mineral ore
manufacturingandre-manufacturing, exploration and development including A ll EIAR
storage, and tran"f,°rtandsellingof offshore structures o r pipelines
011 andgas, anda r ,tisderivatives {like
f
benzene, diesel, oils & rease, as example
burnot as a limitation including the
Bulk <to rage facilities foxtroleum, natural
gas or pet rochemic al pr uct<
Bulk tank farm or tank t er minal EIAS
relatedequipmentand faci!,ties Fuel filling stations A ll EIAS

Projects of Natural Resoun:es of Non- Fossl O rigin
Projects ofexcavation andexploration of M ining or q uarrying of minerals A ll EIAR
the minerals
Projects of Energy and Water
Power generation plants (fossil fuel) A ll EIAR
Projects ofelectricitygeneration plants Renewable energy plants (i.e. hydro, geothermal,
(regardless ofthe power source) solar power plants, Waste to Energy) A ll EIA R
Open substati ons All EIAS

A ll (with intake and/or outfall to t he sea o r
Sea water reverse osmosis (SWRO) pl ant EIA R
w at erways)
With abstraction of saline groundwater o r
Desalinationplant Reverse osmosis (RO) plant coastal aquifer, and/or d ischarge to soil and/or EIA R
pum ping into the aquifer
Other desalination methods other than
A ll EIA R
reverse osmosi s
Proje cts for the use ofunderground
watc>rrl'sourc5 including c>xploration,
Groundwater extraction. puri fication and
c>xtraction, transportation, manufactur~, recharge A ll EIA R
storagt, andinjection, and the related
facilities andequipment used
Dams A ll EIAR
Water dams Located insi de o r near (within 1 km) a protected
Wat er reser voir EIA R
o r environmentally sensitive areas
Projects of Road Transportation and Aviation
Located inside o r near (within 1 km) a protected
Tunnels andairportsandtheir facihiies Tunnels1 tunneling and related works EIA R
o r environmentally sensitive areas
regardless oftheir sizt, or rypt,
Airport and airfield s A ll EIAR
H ighways including bridges and roadways
that are located in the protected or All EIAR
environmentally sensitive areas
H ighways including bridges and roadways
Highways including bridges androadways that are not located in the protected or New EIAR
andrelated KOrks environmentally sensit ive areas
Excavation pi ts for burial materials needed Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected
EIAR
for roads or environmentally sensitive areas
Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected
Maintenance of roads and bridges EIAR
or environmentally sensitive areas
Railways, trains and metro All EIAR
Railway projects Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected
Trams EIAR
or environment.ally sensitive areas
Marine Projects and Marine Transportation
Development of a new harbour(s) or
terminal(s) or marina or modification of an
existing harbour or marina in coastal zone All EIAR
(Including rock works, capital dred~ing or
excavation, quay wal ls.i reclamation
Ports, openinganddeepening the marine
channels, bridges andmarine tunnels, Development of artificial canals connected to
marineproj«ts or that require marine the Creek or sea or existing waterw~ (including All EIAR
drillingorreclamation excavation or dredging. retaining wa s)
Bridges above marine water (including Piers
All EIAR
located in Creek or waterways or sea)
Maintenance dredging (including approach
All EIAS
channels, turning basins)
Development of promenade or new marina W ith any reclam ation or encroachment into the
EIAR
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waterways ( including floating pontoons with
sea or waterways
mooring systems, piles supporting platforms, W ithout any reclamation or encroachment into
EIAS
Marinas quay walls, revetment) the sea or waterways
Modification of existing marina in the coastal - More than 10 no.of berths or slips
zone (induding replacement or repairs to EIAS
existing floating pontoons and mooring system) - Without any rock works, dredging or reclamation
Storm water or groundwater w ith d ischarge
Effluent-discharging outfalls (ther mal rates greater than 2.0- m 3 /sec EIAR
discharge, brine, hypersali ne water, recycled For all other effluents threshold is NOT applied
water, storm water or groundwate~ etc.)
Storm water or groundwater w ith d ischarge
EIAS
rates less than 2.0-m3 /sec
Coastal stabilization (including revetment,
roynes, breakwaters, seawalls, artificial reefs, All EIAR
each reclamation, dredging, etc.)
Maintenance of existing beaches (cleaning,
re- profiling, trimming, beach nourishment) All works extending below the intertidal zone EIAS
Establishinganykindofactivities and
facilities on the islands and the coasts Development of an artificial island(s) or
inc/udinf the fillingofthe coasts and the peninsulas (land reclamation, beaches, rock All EIAR
edges o the is/antis works, and quay walls)
Sub- marine pipelines A ll EIAR
Sub- marine cables A ll EIAS
Offshore capital d redtng and/or disposal
(sand dredging from orrow areas, disposal of All EIAR
dredged material)
Temporary or permanent causewa~(s) All EIAR
( including rock works, reclamation
Tempora'J or permanent causeway(s) All EIAS
supporte on piles
Inf rastructure Projects
- With discharge to the sea or waterways
Sewer lines EIAR
Si:wage/rainwater lines - With sewage pumping stations
Drainage or storm water/rainwater lines W ith discharge to the sea or waterways EIAR
Drinking water lines EIAR
Drinking water/cooling lines
Cooling lines EIAR
Onshore pipelines for the transport of ~uid or environmentally sensitive areas or in new EIAR
Gas/Oillines oilfield or pipeline corridor
or gas petroleum and petrochemical pr ucts
Located adjacent to existing residential area EIAS
- With discharge to the sea or waterways
Irrigation net~rks Irrigation networks • Located inside or near (within 1 km) a EIAR
protected or environmentall y sensitive areas
Ground cablt!s Ground cables Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected EIAR
Located outside (beyond 1 km) the protected or
environmentally sensitive areas EIAS
H igh voltage overhead power transm i.ssion
Ov,;rht!ad powt!r transmission lint!s lines Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected
EIAR
Utilit ies or service lines within the right of Located inside o r near (within 1 km) a protected
Any servicl! li111?s on the right ofthe way EIAR
the way or environmentally sensitive areas
St!wagl! tre,tml!nt plants Main sewage treatment plants Wit h design capacity of 60,000 m'/d~ and above EIAR
St,wagt, tr&tml!nt plants in case of Sewage treatment plants in case of d ischarge
All EIAR
dischargt, trl!att!d water to the sea treated water to the sea
- With intake or outfall pipelines in the sea or
waterways
Coobngplants Cooling plants EIAR
- With RO that d ischarl,es to the ground/soil or
into the groundwater aquifer
Wastewater pumpingstations Wastewater pumping stations
EIAR
Projects Related to W-es

Projects ofwastedisposal (Regardless Landfills and waste disposal site A ll EIAR
ofthe method used, dumping or Waste incineration plant All EIAR
inci111?ration orothers), whether the
waste is solidor semi- solidorgases,
hazardous ornon- hazardous, municipal
orindustrialor medicalincluding sites, Hazardous waste treatment facility All EIAR
facilities, equipment and transportation 33
related to them
Projects ofwastehandling (Regardless
ofthe method used, dumpingor
inci111?ration orothers), whether the
waste is solidor semi- solidorgases, Waste transfer station All EIAR
hazardous ornon- hazardous, municipal
orindustrialormedicalincluding sites,
facilities, equipment and transportation
related to them
Non - hazardous waste coll«tion and Waste sorting and recovery A ll EIAR
converting facilities Waste composting plant All EIAR
Development Projects Related to Residential and Industrial Arus
- With closed man- made lagoons
- Without permanent discharge to the sea or
waterways EIAS
- Without coastal component (e.g. beach is
New residential, commercial or mixed- use developed by others)
New beach residentialprojects community development on the coast - Adjacent or within 100- m from a beach
- With permanent discharge to the sea or
waterways EIAR
- Build ing(s) regardless of height with a marina
component
- With closed man- made lagoons
• Without water intake or permanent outfall to EIAS
New horizontal residential, commercial or the sea or waterways
New horizontal residential projects not mixed-use community development not on
on the coast - With permanent discharge to the sea or
the coast waterways
EIAR
- Located inside or near (within 1 km) a
- With closed man-made lagoons
- Without water intake or permanent discharge EIAS
to the sea or waterways
New vt?rtical residential projects not on New vertical residential, commercial or mi}(ed-
the coast use community development not on the coast - located inside or near (within 1 km) a
EIAR
- With permanent discharge to the sea or
waterways
Shopping centt!rs/perma111?nt camps Shopping centers/ permanent camps Located inside or near (within 1 km) a protected EIAR
Tourist villages/ Parks Tourist villages/ Parks o r environmentally sensitive areas EIAR
- With closed man-made lagoons
- Without water intake or permanent outfall to EIAS
the sea or waterways
Projects ofindustrial area construction Industrial estates, park, city or complex - Adjacent or within 100-m from a mean sea
level shoreline
- With water intake or permanent outfall to the EIAR
sea or waterways
- With marina component
Projects of Special N ature
Projects that are locatednear (1 km} or
within sanctuaries or environmentally or Any Project All EIAR
ecologically sensitive areas
New and without water discharges to the sea or
EIAS
waterways, or with closed man-made lagoons
Golf course
New and with water discharges to the sea or
waterways EIAR
Projects that expected to affect heritage,
histof½ entertainment, scientific~ cultural Project that is expected to alter the cultural
andse,vice nature locatedaround them and scientific nature of the surrounding areas All EIAR
Project that is expected to alter the

entertainmentJ recreational and service EIAR
nature of t he surrounding areas
-With marina component
Hotels - Located inside or near (within 1 km) a EIAR
Hotels/hospitals andhealth facih.t!es protected or environmentally sensitive areas
including the laboratories
Hospitals, veterinary, specialised mediclinics,
All EIAR
health facilit ies with incinerator
Incinerators/medical incinerators Medical Incinerators A ll EIAR
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Note:
• With reference to the Online EC Applkation (https://environment.dm.gov.ae), this Table sha II serve as a guide to enable the EC Applkant to
identify the correct Project Type and the required EIA document for the Project.
• Ifthe project requiring EC involves elements that fall within more than one project category or type and identifies both EIAR and EIAS, EIAR sha II
be the required type of EIA document.
1.2 Exempted Types of Projects (Exclusion List)
All Projects not categorised in Section 1.1 are exempted to secure EC. These include, but not limited to, the
following:
Category Projects/Activities Remarks

Enclosed Substation -
Projects of Energy and Loop-In-Loop-Out (LILO) OHL -
Water For solar power plants, please refer to
Solar panel installation (e.g. rooftop solar)
Section 1.1.
If works are located near (1 km) or
Improvement of existing road (widening, removal or
within sanctuaries or environmentally
addition of lanes, interchange, pedestrian crossing,
or ecologically sensitive areas, please
Projects of Road etc.)
refer to Section 1.1.
Transportation and
Aviation Access road to a development -
Helipad -
Vehicle parking or resting area or terminal -
Modification of existing marina in the coastal
zone (replacement or repairs to existing floating Without any rock works, dredging/
pontoons and mooring systems) up to 10 no. of reclamation 35
berths or slips
Maintenance of existing beaches (cleaning, re- On dry areas and within the intertidal
profiling, trimming, beach nourishment) zone
- Without edge protection structures
Marine Projects and Development of promenade, new marina or
(e.g. revetment, quay walls)
Marine Transportation modifications of existing marina in Creek or
waterways (floating pontoons with mooring
- No dredging or temporary
systems, piles supporting platforms)
reclamation
Emergency coastal stabilisation (using revetments,
geo-containers, etc.)
-
Floating leisure and entertainment structures (water
parks and restaurants)
-
Projects Related to
Wastes
Grey water treatment facility -
Development Projects
Related to Residential Labour accommodation -
and Industrial Areas
Projects of Special
Nature
Private zoos and similar facilities -
Screening is intended only for Projects that do not fall under any of the classifications in Sections 1.1 and 1 .2.
If a Project Owner or its appointed Environmental Consultant still has a doubt whether the proposed Project
requires an EIA or not, a screening shall be conducted whereby OM-ED will provide clarification. The outcome
of the screening process will be a categorisation of the Project according to its likely environmental sensitivity.
A decision will be made whether an EIA is needed, and the level of assessment required.
1.3 Projects Required to be Approved by the Ministry of Climate Change and
Environment
1.3.1 Federal Projects

For the purposes of this Guidance, a Federal Project is defined as any project or activity essential to the
functioning and servicing of UAE's society and economy that is situated in a geographical location intersecting
Dubai and other Emirate/s. This may include, but not limited to, national infrastructures, regional or federal
mass transits, and national facilities and structures for power generation.
For Federal Projects, the EIA document has to be submitted to and approved by t he UAE Ministry of Cl imate
Change and Environment (MoCCaE).
1.3.2 Projects With Transboundary Environmental Impacts

There are projects with potential significant environmental impacts that may cross Emirate bo rders o r may have
an extended impact to more than a n Emirate through pathways, like water or air. A transboundary environmental
impact may originate from the location where a project or activity is being implemented but is a ble to cause
t hreat or damage not only within t he locality but may extend to another Emirate's environment.
For the purposes of this Guidance, if a proposed project or activity that is physically situated within an area
under the jurisdiction of Dubai is expected to cause or is likely to extend its direct or cumulative environmental
impact during construction or operation outside the areas under t he jurisdiction of Dubai, t he EIA document
has to be submitted t o and approved by t he MoCCa E.
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fJ Environmental Clearance Requirements
Project Owners or their authorised representative who intend to secure an EC from the DM-ED for the proposed
Project shall comply with t he requirements and follow the process provided in this Chapter.
2.1 EC Application Process

The EC application process implemented by t he DM-ED in the Emirate of Dubai is reflected in Figure 4 and
discussed in t he following sections.
APPLICANT
EC Application Stage 1
Type of EIA Document
37
EC Applicat ion Stage 2 For Revision Approved Rejected
.__ _ _ _ _ _ DM-ED Onlm Refer to Section 21.1 for t he

DM-EDOn&ne basis ofthe outcome ofDM-ED's
EC
eo- t s Rejection revievv and evaluation process
Figure 4 : EC Applkation Process for Development and Infrastructure Projects
Note: "Exempted"= "EIA Not Required"
2.1.1 Projects Subjected to an EIA

As mandated by the Federal Law No. (24) of1999 Regarding the Protection and Development ofthe Environment,
and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, no development or infrastructure project
shall start the activity before obtaining the environmental license through the conduct of a n Environmental
Impact Assessment (EIA). The environmental license s hall also be obtained prior to any modification of any
development or infrastructure projects, establishments, or activities listed in t his Guidance, t hat will have
significant environmental impact. The environmental license referred to is t he Environmental Clearance (EC),
which is t he approval issued by the Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) to development or
infrastructure projects that satisfy the EIA requirements.
For a Project that falls under any of the classifications in Section 1.1, the first stage of EC application process
involves the preparation and submission of all the required documents and information on the proposed Project,
as specified in the following sections, to be carried out by the Environmental Consultant authorised by the
Project Owner. This includes the execution of the required EIA Study and the DM-ED review process.
With reference to the Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regarding the Protection and Development of the
Environment, and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, the Ministry or the
competent authority, according to the circumstances, shall notify the Applicant of the decision issued regarding
his application, within thirty (30) days from the date of completing all the requirements of the application. The
DM-ED review and evaluation process for an EIAR is not more than twenty (20) working days, and for EIAS not
more than fifteen (15) working days.
The second and final stage is the decision by the DM-ED on the EC application. It is based on the outcome of
the review and evaluation process ofthe submitted EIAR or EIAS. The final decision will be one ofthe following:
1. Approval, which leads to the issuance of EC (refer to Section 3.1); or
2. Revision: Should the submitted EIA document requires revision, DM-ED will provide the review
comments, request for clarification or require additional information through the Online EC Application
System. It shall be expected that within one (1) month period, the revised EIA document incorporating
all the comments, with a referenced Comments Resolution Sheet (CRS) shall be submitted. A CRS is a
form prepared by an appointed Environmental Consultant or the Applicant, as applicable, specifying the
response to each of the comments or concerns received from DM-ED associated with the submitted
EIA document. Each comment or concern and the corresponding response shall be presented in a
tabulated manner, clearly and accurately, providing all technical justification and references, to facilitate
a speedy review process. The responses shall also be incorporated into the revised EIA document. On
some occasions and as deemed necessary by DM-ED, a technical clarification meeting with the appointed
38 Environmental Consultant or the Project Management Team, and the Project Owner (refer to Roles and
Responsibilities) may be required, to resolve any outstanding issues or conflicting responses. Should the
revised EIA document is not received within one (1) year from the date of issuance of the comments, the
"EIA Study" shall no longer be considered valid, and a new study shall be required; or
3. Rejection: Rejection of the submitted EIAR or EIAS (refer to Section 3.2).
DM-ED's review timeframe starts from the date the application is received through the EPSS EC Online
Application System and shall automatically stop once EPSS issued its official reply or ifa decision is madethrough
the online system. The timeframe will automatically reset once the submission of the revised document(s),
missing or incomplete required document(s), or any submission modification is received again through the
online system.
2.1.2 Screening Process

Most of the Projects in Dubai are included in either the Mandatory (Section 1.1) or Exclusion (Section 1.2)
Project Categorisation Lists. In case a Project does not belong to any category or the Applicant is unsure, the
Project shall be subjected to a screening process on a case-by-case basis. For this purpose, the Applicant shall
complete a Screening Checklist (refer to Annex 1) and submit the hard copy of the said Screening Checklist to
EPSS along with the supporting documentation deemed necessary by the Applicant.
The purpose of the Screening Checklist is to provide information on the Project and the reasonably foreseeable
impacts on the environment for the DM-ED to reach a decision if an EIA study is deemed required for the
Project. The decision, which will be communicated to the Applicant through the same Screening Checklist, may
be one of the following:
- EIAR or EIAS is required;
- EIA study is not required; or
- Additional information is required to come up with a decision on the type of EIA study.
The Screening Checklist with DM-ED's decision will be returned to the Applicant after the evaluation.
2.2 EIA Documents for EC Application
There are two types of environmental assessment document required in obtaining an EC fo r a Project -
Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and Environmental Impact Assessment Summary (EIAS).
The following sections describe the differences between t hese documents.
2.2.l EIA Report (EIAR)

An Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) is required for the Projects listed in Section 1 .1 of t his
Guidance, in which unmitigated impacts are expected to be "significant, sensitive, and diverse". The objective
of an EIAR is to present to t he DM-ED all detailed information on the need for the proposed Project, its
nature, size, and location; environmental conditions (through baseline surveys) of the proposed Project site;
potentially significant environmental impacts including predictions through numerical model simulations;
proposed measures to avoid, mitigate, or compensate for t he predicted impacts; and monitor ing plans. All t hese
information must be complete, accurate and clear in order to facilitate the decision-making process for issuing
an EC.
The EIAR also serves as a statement of commitment by the Project Owner to comply wit h the e nvironmental
protection laws and regulations oft he UAE, Dubai, and international conventions, as well as a binding agreement
with the DM-ED on t he implementation of measures to protect the natural and built environment.
Guidance on preparing an EIAR is provided in ANNEXURES FOR DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECTS - Annex 2, which is divided into two (2) parts:
PART I provides guidance on the structure a nd contents of an EIAR;
PART II provides t he checklist, which needs to be prepared by the Environmental Consultant as part of
the submission of the EIAR. 39
Annex 4 provides t he guidance on t he scope of t he required environmental baseline surveys a nd modelling
requirements.
2.2.2 EIA Summary (EIAS)

An Environmental Impact Assessment Summary (EIAS) is a report on a "qualitative" EIA that is required fo r the
Projects listed in Section 1.1 ofthis Guidance, which are expected to have impacts that are "less significant, less
sensitive, and less diverse" and where mitigation measures can be easily incorporated into t he Project desig n
and operations. An EIAS follows t he same assessment process as the EIAR, but unlike an EIAR, t he description
of t he environ mental resources and conditions in the Project study area can be based on existing or secondary
data. If secondary baseline data are not available, primary data should be collected t hrough baseline survey
in order to establish the environment al baseline and provide complete description of the characteristics of
t he scoped-in environmental resource. The study is carried out a nd presented in a high level and qualitative
approach, and not as detailed as t he EIAR.
Guidance on preparing a n EIAS is provided in ANNEXURES FOR DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECTS - Annex 3, which is also divided into two (2) part s:
PART I provides guidance on t he structure a nd contents of an EIAS;
PART II provides the checklist, which needs to be prepared by the Applicant as part of the submission of
the EIAS.
Guidance on t he scope of the e nvironmental baseline survey a nd modelling, if deemed required, is provided in
ANNEXURES FOR DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS - Annex 4.
2.3 Submission Requirements
The following information and documents shall be completed and submitted by the Applicant through the
EPSS Online EC Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.ae, Service Request Name: Request for
Environmental Clearance for Development and Infrastructure Projects):
- Basic details of the Project and the Project Owner;
- Details of the Applicant (e.g. contact information and focal person of the Applicant);
- Details ofthe valid Dubai license (i.e. commercial, etc.) of Project Owner and appointed Environmental
Consultants, if applicable;
- Letter of appointment from the Project Owner to the Applicant to secure the EC on their behalf,
addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager;
- Copy of the latest Affection Plan/s issued by the concerned Planning Authority;
- Copy of the latest Master Plan / Design Drawings; and
- EIA Document (i.e. EIAR or EIAS either in word document or readable PDF with working table of
contents links).
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2.4 EC Renewal
The EC issued tothe Project Owner specifies the date ofits validity, and the conditions also state the requirements
for the EC renewal. The Project Owner shall renew the EC, whenever required, at least thirty (30) days prior
to its expiry date, unless otherwise specified in the original EC. The EC renewal is s ubject to the compliance
of the Project Owner and its appointed Main Contractor, or Environmental Consultant, as applicable, with the
conditions stipulated therein, and the resolution of any violations or penalties resulting from non-compliance.
The EC renewal process implemented by the DM-ED is reflected in Figure 5 and the submission requirements
are discussed in the following section.
EC Renewal Application Stage 1
EC Renewal Application Stage 1 For Rev;sion Approved Rejected

41
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _......, DM-EDOnl•
1
c-,.,.
Figure 5: EC Renewal Process for Development and Infrastructure Projects
Submission Requirements
For the purpose of renewing the issued EC, the following information and documents shall be completed and
submitted by the Applicant through the EPSS Online EC Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.
ae, Service Request Name: Request for Environmental Clearance for Development and Infrastructure Projects}.
- Details of the valid Dubai license (i.e. commercial, etc.) of Project Owner and appointed
Environmental Consultants, if applicable;
- Letter of appointment from the Project Owner to the Applicant to renew the EC on their behalf,
addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager;
- Copy of the latest Affection Plan/s issued by the concerned Planning Authority; and
- Copy of the latest Master Plan / Design Drawings.
Non-renewal of the EC will be considered a violation and may result in the imposition of penalties as may be
determined by the ECS.
2.5 EC Amendment
The EC is issued to the specific Project Owner and Project scope declared during the conduct of the EIA
study and EC appl ication stage. Whenever there is change in the Project Owner or inclusions of new Project
components, modification on t he Project or any components not covered by the issued EC t hat will have
significant environmental impact, t he Project Owner or its authorised representative shaII secure prior a pproval
from the EPSS a nd consequently request for the amendment ofthe existing EC. The request for EC amendment
shall be applied at least thirty (30) days prior to the im plementation ofthe proposed change.The EC amendment
process implemented by the OM-ED is reflected in Figure 6 and t he submission requirements are discussed in
the following section.
EC Amendment Application Stage 1
42
EC Amendment Applicat ion Stage 2 For Revision Approved RejectFd
DM-ED Onlme
----------- c:-llla
Figure 6: EC Amendment Process for Development and Infrastructure Projects
There a re two (2) reasons that can t rigger EC amendment request:

Case 1. Change in Project ownership or Project name
In this amendment request, the appointment of an Environmental Consultant is not mandatory.
The amendment request may be applied by any com pany authorised by the Project Owner, which
may be an Environmental Consultant , or Contractor as applicable.
Case 2. Change in Project location, change in Master Plan, new or altered Project component
In this amendment request, only a OM-ED-registered Environmental Consultant may submit the
application.
Submission Requirements
For the purpose of amending t he issued EC, the following information a nd documents shall be completed and
submitted by the Applicant through the EPSS Online EC Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.
ae, Service Request Name: Request for Environmental Clearance for Development and Infrastructure Projects):
EC Amendment Due to Change in Project Ownership or Project Name:
- Basic details of the Project and t he Project Owner;
- Details of t he Applicant (e.g. contact information and focal person of the Ap plicant);
- Letter addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager from the Project
Owner specifying the purpose of the request for EC Amendment;
- Letter of appointment from the Project Owner to the Applicant to request for EC amendment on
their behalf, addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager;
- Copy of the latest Master Plan/Design Drawings; and
- Other supporting documents, as deemed necessary by the Applicant (e.g. Copy of the valid Dubai
license of new Project Owner).
EC Amendment Due to Change in Project Location, Change in Master Plan, New or Altered Project
Component:
- Letter addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager from the Project
Owner specifying the purpose of the request for EC Amendment;
- Letter of appointment from the Project Owner to the Applicant to request for EC amendment on
their behalf, addressed to the Environmental Planning and Studies Section Manager; 43
- Copy of the latest Master Plan/Design Drawings; and
- EIA Document (i.e. EIAR or EIAS either in word document or readable PDF with working table of
contents links).
II Decision-Making on Granting EC
After the successful completion of the EIA Process including the OM-ED review and evaluation, the final stage is
the decision from the DM-ED. The final decision on the Project's EC application may be in the form of an EC or a
Rejection through the Online EC Application System. The EC is only issued once the OM-ED is fully satisfied that
the proposed Project is assessed not to cause adverse impact to the environment. As a minimum, therefore, all
of the requirements for carrying out the EIA study must be met, Project implementation establishes conformance
with environmental laws, best environmental management practices satisfactorily demonstrated, and all pertinent
documents as per this Guidance have been properly submitted.
3.1 Issuing the Environmental Clearance (EC)

The Environmental Clearance (EC) is the "license", as per Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regarding the Protection
and Development of the Environment, and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, being
issued by the OM-ED to Projects that satisfy the EIA requirements. The EC specifies the following information:
- Name ofthe Project Owner;
- Name of the Project;
- Location of the Project including the specific plot number and community as per the Affection Plan;
- Coverage or scope of the EC;
- Date of Issue and Validity (usually 2 years, subject to renewal; OM-ED reserves the right to limit the validity
on a Project-specific basis); and
44 - Compliance Conditions.
The Compliance Conditions stipulate the set of environmental requirements that must be complied with by the
Project Owner; the Main Contractor, or the Environmental Consultant, as applicable, during the implementation of
the Project. The Compliance Conditions specify the following:
- General Conditions stating the mandatory compliance with the Federal Law and applicable Environmental
Laws & Regulations of the Emirate of Dubai;
- Specific environmental compliance obligations for the Project Owner and its appointed Main Contractor, or
Environmental Consultant, as applicable;
- Required specific environment protection measures and other means that ensure compliance with all
applicable regulations on environment protection as per the approved EIAR or EIAS;
- Document submission (if required); and
- Monitoring and reporting requirements.
The Project Owner shall note that if no action is taken within three (3) months after receipt of EC approval
notification, the EC shall be rescinded. The Project will then be required to undergo the EIA study process again.
3.2 Rejecting the EC Application

The online EC application may be rejected, in accordance with the Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regarding the
Protection and Development of the Environment, and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of
Ministers, for the following reasons:
- Ifthe revised EIA document or response to OM-ED comments is not received within six (6) months from the
date of issuance of the comments; or
- Ifthe third submission ofthe EIA document still does not substantially satisfy the requirements as stipulated
in this Guidance, or the DM-ED technical comments have not been satisfactorily addressed.
The online EC application may also be rejected if the following information are either incorrect or incomplete:
- Application Type;
- Project Type; or
- EIA document.
m Post EC Compliance Monitoring and Reporting
Post-EC Compliance Monitoring involves both Regulatory Monitoring (i.e. primarily Project site inspection
performed by DM-ED) and Self Monitoring (i.e. performed by the Main Contractor, Environmental Consultant
or Environmental Management Consultant, as applicable). Regulatory Compliance Monitoring is conducted
to ensure adherence by the Project Owner, and its appointed Main Contractor, Environmental Consultant,
or Environmental Management Consultant, as applicable, to the conditions stipulated in the EC and the
implementation of the mitigation and monitoring requirements detailed in the EMMP of the EIAR or EIAS.
Records of Self Monitoring are submitted to DM-ED as Environmental Performance Reports (EPRs). Data from
permanent monitoring station, if required, may form part of the EPR.
Compliance Monitoring is carried out to:
1. Ensure that the EC conditions and the required mitigation measures are being implemented; and
2. Evaluate whether mitigation measures are working effectively.
4.1. Regulatory Compliance Monitoring

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring by DM-ED involves, but not limited to, site inspection to check and verify the
status of the Project and the mitigation measures as per the approved EIAR or EIAS, and to record and assess
the actual impacts of t he Project, and to conduct desktop review of submitted documentation requirements
as per the issued EC. To monitor the Project's environmental compliance, DM-ED Officers and Engineers are
assigned to a Project once the EC is issued. 45
The assigned DM-ED Officers and Engineers evaluate Project's compliance with the EC Conditions, gather
Project information if environmental damage occurs or public complaints are raised, and issue Notices of
Violation (NOV) should non-compliances are observed and not corrected or if there are activities or Project
components that are not covered by the EC. Issuance of NOVs shall be as per the mandate of the concerned
DM-ED Section.
4.2 Self Compliance Monitoring

Self Compliance Monitoring is usually performed by the Main Contractor or by an appointed Environmental
Management Consultant, as applicable. Self Compliance Monitoring includes periodic site audits and inspections,
as well as in-situ or ex-situ sampling and testing. Ex-situ samples s hall be analysed by an Emirates International
Accreditation Centre (EIAC)-accredited laboratory, or by the Dubai Central Laboratory (DCL). Through all
stages of the Project, t he Main Contractor or the Environmental Management Consultant, as applicable, shall
establish and implement a system to create, maintain and manage comprehensive, accurate and reliable records
covering all the environmental aspects of t he works t hat a re being undertaken on the Project site, including but
not limited to, any environmental emissions, wastes, sampling and analysis, and incidents. This system a nd the
records within it must comply with regulatory requirements as well as the applicable international best practices.
The Main Contractor orthe Environmental Management Consultant, as applicable, shall ensure that appropriate
records are retained for five (5) years after the EC issuance date. Depending on Project specific requirements,
t hese records or summary reports shall be provided periodically to the ECS by the Main Contractor or by the
Environmental Management Consultant, as applicable, through the submission of the EPR.
For coastal or marine Projects, and for Projectswith the potential to adversely impact Sanctuaries and Protected
Areas, a Construction Environmental Control Plan (CECP), based on the EIAR or EIAS recommendations, must
be prepared and submitted with pertinent NOCs to the relevant DM-ED Sections. Self Compliance Monitoring
shall be clearly identified and specified in the CECP.
4.3 Environmental Performance Report
An Environmental Performance Report (EPR) must be submitted regularly, in accordance with the EC condition,
by the Project Owner, Main Contractor, Environmental Consultant, or the Environmental Management
Consultant, as applicable, over the duration of the Project implementation. The EPR provides the progress of
the Project's implementation as well as the effectiveness of its environmental monitoring and management
program. Frequency of EPR submission shall be decided by OM-ED based on the EIAR or EIAS conclusions and
recommendations.
An EPR shall contain the following:
- Identification of the environmental standards, performance measures, and statutory requirements that
apply to the Project implementation;
- Assessment of the environmental performance of the implementation of the Project in relation to its
compliance with the standards, performance measures, and statutory requirements stipulated in the EC;
- Identification of any non-compliance (with supporting documentation in the form of photographic
evidence or monitoring data) with the conditions of the EC during the reporting period;
- If any non-compliance is identified, description of the actions and measures that were or are being
performed to ensure compliance, responsible parties for each ofthese actions and measures, timeframe to
implement the actions, and measurement or monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective measures;
- Copy of complaints for the reporting period and a description of actions taken or being taken to address
registered complaints;
- Results of all environmental monitoring required by the EC and other permits, including interpretations
and trends or exceptions in these results;
46 - Drawings showing works progress, location of monitoring points, and location of mitigation measures
(e.g. silt curtains).
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Guidance for
Industrial Projects
As mandated by the Federal Law No. (24) of1999 Regardingthe Protection and Development ofthe Environment,
and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, no project or facility shall start the activity
before obtaining the environmental license through the conduct of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
The environmental license shall also be obtained prior to the modification of any of the projects, facilities, or
activities listed in this Guidance. The environmental license referred to is the Environmental Clearance (EC),
which is the approval issued by the Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) to projects that
satisfy the EIA requirements.
This Guidance is intended for the use of Company Owners and Environmental Consultants that are planning to
submit an application to secure an EC from OM-ED. This Guidance describes the procedures and documentation
required to properly carryout an EIA and obtain an EC for an industrial facility, project or activity in the Emirate
of Dubai. Strict adherence to the Guidance by the Company Owner and/or the appointed Environmental
Consultants and/or the authorized company representative is a necessary component of the EIA study and
the EC application process. The Company Owner or his authorized representative who intend to secure an
EC from the OM-ED for the industrial projects (hereby referred to as the Applicant) shall comply with the EC
requirements and follow the EC application process.
The first stage of EC application process involves the preparation and submission of all the required documents
and information related to the industrial project or activity. The required documents shall be completed
and submitted by the Applicant through the Environmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS) Online EC
Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.ae), Service Request Name: "Request for Environmental
Clearance for Industrial Projects". The online system may also be accessed through the Dubai Municipality
website (www.dm.gov.ae) under the same service name.
D Industrial Activities Categorisation

The industrial activities in the Emirate of Dubai are categorised based on the following:
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• Category A industrial activities - Major industrial activities that are expected to cause serious pollution
due to large emissions of air pollutants such oil refineries, petrochemical & chemical-related plants,
industrial waste treatment facilities, cement manufacturing, and similar or other industries with a high
environmental impact.
• Category B industrial activities - Medium industrial activities that are expected to cause a lower
environmental impact compared to industrial activities in Category A.
• Category C industrial activities - Light Industrial activities and/or professional activities that are
expected to cause a minimal environmental impact.
For the full comprehensive list of industrial activities for Categories A, B, and C, refer to ANNEXURES FOR
INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS - Annex 1. In any case that there are more than two (2) industrial activities being
proposed and are of a different category, the preparation of the EIA document will be according to the activity
that has a higher or more significant environmental impact
1.1 Category A Industrial Activities

The following sub-sections provide the required documents, review timeframe, and process flow to secure an EC
for Category A industrial activities.
1.1.1 Required Documents for Category A
The required documents to obtain Environmental Clearance (EC) for Category A industrial activities are the
following:
1. For existing companies or companies with existing license: Copy of valid license issued by Dubai Economy
(DE) or any other licensing authorities in the Emirate of Dubai
2. For new license/ amendment of existing license (required documents issued by DE):
- Initial Approval / Follow up Receipt
- Trade Name Reservation Certificate
- Registration and Licensing Application Form
- Details of business site location form duly stamped by Dubai Municipality - Executive Planning
Department (DM-EPD)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for practicing the a pproved activities by the concerned licensing
authority on t he plot if not subject to DM-EPD a pproval
3. Valid tenancy contract of the factory or warehouse with t he site map
4. Copy of t he company's Memorandum of Association ( MoA) or copy of the commercial register s howing
the share capital of the company
5. NOC from OM-Waste Management Department (DM-WMD) for all the industrial activities related to
waste treatment OR waste recycling
6. Letter of a ppointment from t he Company Owner to the Applicant to secure the EC on their behalf
7. Environmental Im pact Assessment Report (EIAR) for Major Industrial Activities (Category A).
1.1.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) for Major Industrial Activities (Category A)
With reference to the Federal Law No. 24 of 1999 for the Protection and Development of the Environment,
and the Cabinet Decree No. (27) of 2021 of the Council of Ministers, Environment Impact Assessment Report
(EIAR) for Major Industrial Activities under Category A is the main requirement for obtaining the Environmental
Clearance (EC). The EIAR must be submitted in English language and should contain the following:
1. Description of the Site and Surrounding Areas of the Industrial Facility:
- Site map showing the geographical location a nd sensitive receptors within 1-Km radius from the facility.
- Air quality and odour baseline measurement to be conducted near the facility boundaries (Main requirement
50 for some of t he activities listed in ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS - Annex 2).
- Soil a nd groundwater analysis (Main requirement for some of the activities listed in ANNEXURES FOR
INDUSTRI AL PROJECTS-Annex 2).
- A description focused on biodiversity, flora and fauna, a rcheological and cultural values.
2. Description of Industrial Activities:

- Details of all proposed/ existing industrial activities, process flowchart, and production capacity of the
facility.
- Production processes and final products.
- List of all raw materials and dangerous goods to be used in the production processes.
- List of all machines & equipment to be used in the production processes.
- Technical material specifications & safety datasheets ( MSDS) of raw materials and dangerous goods.
3. Emissions and Wastes Streams:

- Details on sources, types, a nd amounts of expected noise and air emissions and their provided control
methods.
- Air dispersion a nd odorous gases numerical modeling (Main requirement for some of the activities listed
in ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS - Annex 2).
- Detailed list on hazardous waste sources (solid, liquid, gaseous) generated from t he production processes,
including volume, onsite treatment o r disposal.
4. Expected Environmental Impacts on (Air, Water and Soil) Including Proposed Mitigation Measures:
- Description of all potential environmental impacts across each production and o perational process,
including the discussion and evaluation of their impacts o n the environmental components.
- Presenting proposed environmental mitigatio n measures for both potential environmental impacts
and monitoring programs, to ensure the facility's compliance with applicable environmental laws and
legislations.
5. Statement of Commitment
This Chapter shall include the statement of commitment of the Company Owner to the implementation of the
EIA requirements and compliance with the Environmental Compliance Conditions for Industrial Projects are
provided in Chapter 3 of t his Volume. The EIAR a lso serves as a statement of commitment by the Com pany
Owner to comply with the environmental protection laws and regulations of the UAE, Dubai, and international
conventions, as well as a binding agreement with the DM-ED on the implementation of measures to protect
t he natural and built environment. The Company Owner's acknowledgment should declare that all the details,
information and documents submitted for the purpose of obtaining the Environmental Clearance are correct.
Depending on the nature and size of the manufacturing processes, the Applicant may be requested to provide
additional information and/or attach other documents.
In case an Environmental Consultant will be appointed or will be required in the conduct of t he EIA study
and preparation of the EIA Report fo r Major Industrial Activities, the list OM-ED-registered Environmental
Consultants is available in t he DM website (www.dm.gov.ae) under Information & Circulars > Environment
and Coasts > Environmental Planning and Studies Section (https://www.dm.gov.ae/municipality- business/
environment-and-coasts/).
1.1.3 Review Timeframe for Category A
The timeframe for the evaluation of the submitted documents, within which DM-ED shall issue an "official
reply" to the Company Owner or a "decision" on the activities being applied for EC, is 10 working days. The
processing timeframe starts from the date of the received submission through the EPSS EC Online Application
System. The processing t imeframe shall automatically stop once EPSS has issued a n official reply or if a decision
is made through the online system. The processing timeframe will automatically reset once the submission 51
of the revised document(s), missing or incomplete required document(s), or any submission modification is
received again through the online system.
The EC application process implemented by the DM-ED for Category A industrial projects or activities is shown
in Figure 1.
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Fig ure 1: New EC Application Process for Category A Industrial Projects

1.2 Category B Industrial Activities
for Category B industrial activities.
1.2.1 Required Documents for Category B
The required documents to obtain Environmental Clearance (EC) for Category B industrial activities are the
following:
1. For existing companies or companies with existing license: Copy of valid license issued by DE or any other
licensing authorities in the Emirate of Dubai
- Initial Ap proval / Follow up Receipt
- Details of business site location form duly stamped by DM-EPD
- NOC for p racticing the approved activities by t he concerned licensing authority on the plot if not
subject to DM-EPD approval
3. Valid tenancy contract of t he factory or warehouse
4. Copy ofthe company's MoA or copy ofthe commercial register showing the share capital oft he company.
5. NOC from DM-WMD for all t he industrial activities related to waste t reatment OR waste recycling.
6. Letter of appointment from the project owner or company to the Applicant applying for the EC on their
behalf.
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7. Properly accomplished Environmental Impact Assessment Summary Report for Medium Industrial
Activities (Category B)
1.2.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities (Category B)
Forthe editable form oft he Environmental Impact Assessment Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities
(Category B), please refer to ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS - Annex 3.
additional information and and/or attach other documents or submit an Environme ntal Impact Assessment
Report.
T he Environmental Impact Assessme nt Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities - Category B also
serves as a statement of commitment by t he Company Owner to comply with t he environmental p rotection laws
and regulations of the UAE, Dubai, and international conventions, as well as a binding agreement with t he DM
ED o n the implementation of measures to protect the natural and built environ ment. The Company Owner's
acknowledgment should declare t hat all t he details, information and documents submitted for t he purpose of
obtaining the Enviro nmental Clearance a re correct. The Company Owner s hould also undertake to comply with
all t he conditions and requirements provided in Cha pter 3 of this Volume.
1.2.3 Review Timeframe for Category B
reply" to the Company Owner or a "decision" on the activities being applied for EC, is 5 working days. The
System. The processing timeframe shall automatically stop once EPSS has issued an official reply or if a decision
is made through the online system. The processing timeframe will automatically reset once the submission
received again through the online system.
The EC application process implemented by the DM-ED for Category B industrial projects or activities is shown
in Figure 2.
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Figure 2: New EC Application Process for Category B Industrial Projects
1.3 Category C Industrial Activities

for Category C industrial activities.
1.3.1 Required Documents for Category C

The required documents to obtain Environmental Clearance (EC) for Category C industrial activities are the
following:
1. For existing companies or companies with existing license: Copy of valid license issued by DE or any other
licensing authorities in the Emirate of Dubai
- Initial Approval / Follow up Receipt
- Details of business site location form duly stamped by DM-EPD
- NOC for practicing the approved activities by the concerned licensing authority on the plot if not
subject to DM- EPD approval
3. Valid tenancy contract of the factory or warehouse
4. Copy of the company's MoA or copy of the commercial register showing the share capital of the company
5. NOC from DM-WMD for all the industrial activities related to waste treatment OR waste recycling.
6. Letter of appointment from the project owner or company to the applicant applying for the EC on their
behalf.
7. Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C)
1.3.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C)
Forthe editableform ofthe Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category
C), please refer to ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS - Annex 4.
additional information and/or attach other documents or submit an Environmental Impact Assessment
Summary Report.
The Environmental Impact Assessment Checklist for Light Industrial Activities - Category C also serves as
a statement of commitment by the Company Owner to comply with the environmental protection laws and
regulations of the UAE, Dubai, and international conventions, as well as a binding agreement with the DM
ED on the implementation of measures to protect the natural and built environment. The Company Owner's
acknowledgment should declare that all the details, information and documents submitted for the purpose of
obtaining the Environmental Clearance are correct. The Company Owner should also undertake to comply with
all the conditions and requirements provided in Chapter 3 of this Volume.
1.3.3 Review Timeframe for Category C

54 reply" to the Company Owner or a "decision" on the activities being applied for EC, is 3 working days. The
System. The processing timeframe shall automatically stop once EPSS has issued an official reply or if a decision
is made through the online system. The processing timeframe will automatically reset once the submission
received again through the on line system.
The EC application process implemented by the DM-ED for Category C industrial projects or activities is shown
in Figure 3.
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Figure 3: New EC Application Process for Category C Industrial Projects

fJ Decision- Making on Granting EC
After the successful completion of t he Environmental Clearance (EC) application process including the DM
ED review and evaluation, the final stage is the decision from the DM-ED. The final decision on t he industry's
EC application may be in t he form of an EC or a Rejection through the Online EC Application System. The EC
is only issued once t he DM-ED is fully satisfied that the industrial project is assessed not to cause adverse
impact to the environment. As a minimum, t herefore, all of the necessary requirements for EC application must
be met, operation of the industrial project establishes conformance with environmental laws and all pertinent
documents as per this Guidance have been properly submitted.
2.1 Approving the Application and Issuing the EC

The EC is issued once the application is approved and the payment has been made.The EC specifies the following
information:
• Name of t he Company;
• License Number;
• Location of the Company including the specific plot number and community as per t he Tenancy Contract
or Affection Plan;
• Activities of the Company covered by the EC and the Industry Category (i.e. Category A, B or C);
• Compliance Conditions: These Conditions stipulate the set of environmental requirements that must be
complied with by the Company Owner. The Compliance Conditions specify t he following: 55
- General Conditions stating the mandatory compliance with the Federal Law and applicable
Environmental Laws & Regulations of the Emirate of Dubai;
- Specific environmental compliance obligations for the Company or industrial facility, as applicable;
- Required specific environment protection measures and other means that ensure compliance with
all applicable regulations on environment protection as per the approved Environmental documents
submitted.
2.2 Rejecting the EC Application

The online EC application may be rejected for the following reasons:
• If t he revised EIA document or response to DM-ED comments is not received within six (6) months from
the date of issuance of the comments;
• There is a duplication of subm ission; or
• Incorrect Service Request.
A Environmental Compliance Conditions for
1:1 Industrial Projects
The Company Owner should comply with the following conditions and requirements:
Environmental Compliance Conditions:

1. The company should only undertake the specified activities in t he same Location/ Plot number mentioned in
the Environmental Clearance (EC). Prior approval shall be secured from Environmental Planning a nd Studies
Section (EPSS) for any expansion or alteration of company activities a nd facilities and/or modification of the
license (name, location, activities).
2. The com pany should keep a copy of the EC at t he premises at all times, and should allow access a nd assist
representatives of Dubai Municipality-Environment Department (DM-ED) in carrying out ins pections,
incident investigations, taking of pictures, and in obtaining relevant information on sources of emission or
waste, at any t ime.
3. The EC is not a substitute to other regulatory permits, and its issuance does not exempt t he company
from securing other government agencies and/or departments approvals a nd from enforcing their rules and
regulations.
4. The EC shall be renewed at least thirty (30) days prior to its expiry date. The renewal of the EC is subject to
compliance to the conditions stipulated in t he previously issued EC.
5. Any environment-related incidents and complaints shall be reported immediately to the Environmental
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Control Section (ECS) through [email protected], within twenty-four (24) hours. The incident report shall
describe t he likely cause, the t ime of occurrence, and the conditions under which an incident occurred, the
extent of impact, and the remedial actions undertaken.
6. Adequate emission control and mitigation measures shall be implemented to avoid or minimize air, odour and
noise pollution associated with the company activities. All air, odour and noise emissions to t he environment
shall comply with the applicable Environmental Laws and Regulations in the UAE and Emirate of Dubai.
7. Process wastewater generated from production and plant or machine/equipment maintenance, shall be
separately collected for storage and/or treatment ; with a quality to comply with the trade waste disposal
standards and requirements, in accordance with the DM Waste Management Department (DM-WMD)
requirement.
8. Any type of hazardous waste generated from t he company activities (liquid, solid, gaseous); s hall be
segregated, collected, t ransported, and disposed of properly in accordance with the DM-WMD requirement.
9. Storage of dangerous goods in company premises, shall have necessary permits from EPSS. An application
shall be made through the online service "Request for Permit to store Dangerous Goods" (www.dm.gov.ae).
10. The consumption of ozone-depleting substances (ODS), such as in (refrigeration, air conditioning, and foa m
applications) shall be in accordance with The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete t he Ozone Layer.
The use of phased-out ODS (e.g. CFCs, halons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chloroform, methyl bromide,
hydrobromofluorocarbons) is strictly prohibited. Facilities shall replace ODS with zero-ozone depletion
potential or low-global warming potential substitutes, and must recover, reclaim or dis pose ODS using best
practices.
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m EC Renewal Application
The Environmental Clearance (EC) issued to the company specifies the date of its validity, and the conditions
state the requirements for the EC renewal. The Company Owner or its authorized representative shall renew the
EC, w henever required; at least t hirty (30) days prior to its expiry date, unless otherwise specified in t he original
EC. The EC renewal is subject to t he compliance of the Company Owner with t he conditions stipulated t herein,
and the resolution of any violations or penalties resulting from non-compliance.
For t he purpose of renewing the issued EC, t he following documents shall be completed a nd submitted by
t he Applicant to t he EPSS Online EC Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.ae), Service Request
Name: "Reques t for Environmental Clearance for Industrial Projects". The online system may also be accessed
t hrough t he Dubai Municipality website (www.dm.gov.ae) under the same service name:
• Copy of the previous EC and signed EIA document or form;
• Copy of the valid license issued by Dubai Economy (DE) or any other licensing authorities in the Emirate
of Dubai;
• Letter of appointment from the Company Owner to t he Applicant to renew the EC on their behalf;
• Other supporting documents as deemed necessary by the a pplicant.
Non-renewal of t he EC will be considered a violation and may result in t he imposition of penalties as may be
determined by the Environmental Control Section (ECS).
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Fig ure 4: EC Renewal Process for Industrial Projects

Iii EC Amendment Application
The Environmental Clearance (EC) should be amended whenever there is expansion, alteration of company
activities and facilities, or modification of the license (name, location, activities), not covered by the issued EC.
The request for EC amendment shall be applied at least thirty (30) days prior to the implementation of the
proposed change.
For the purpose of amending the issued EC, the following documents shall be completed and submitted by the
Applicant to the EPSS Online EC Application System (https://environment.dm.gov.ae), Service Request Name:
"Request for Environmental Clearance for Industrial Projects". The online system may also be accessed
through the Dubai Municipality website (www.dm.gov.ae) under the same service name:
• Copy ofvalid license issued by Dubai Economy (DE) or any other licensing authorities in the Emirate of Dubai;
• Required documents based on the required changes on the existing license issued by DE:
- Follow-up receipt
- Trade Name Reservation Certificate (for changing of company name)
- Details of business site location form duly stamped by Dubai Municipality- Executive Planning
Department (DM-EPD) (for changing of company location)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for practicing the approved activities by the concerned licensing
authority on the plot if not subject to DM-EPD approval
• Valid tenancy contract of the factory or warehouse;
58 • (EIA report/summery report/checklist) depending on the industrial activity category (i.e. Category A, B or C);
• Copy of the Company's Memorandum of Association (MoA) or copy of the commercial register showing
the share capital of the Company;
• NOC from OM-Waste Management Department (DM-WMD) for all the industrial activities related to
waste treatment OR waste recycling;
• Letter of appointment from the Company Owner to the Applicant to amend the EC on their behalf.
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Figure 5: EC Amendment Process for Industrial Projects

m Post EC Compliance Monitoring and Reporting
Post-EC Compliance Monitoring involves both Regulatory Monitoring (i.e. primarily site inspection of the
industrial facil ity performed by OM-ED) and, as applicable, self-monitoring in t he form of Emissions Inventory
reporting or submission. Regulatory Compliance Monitoring is conducted to ensure adhere nce by t he Com pany
Owner to the conditions stipulated in t he EC.
6.1 Regulatory Compliance Monitoring

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring by OM-ED-Environmental Control Section (ECS) involves, but not limited
to, site inspection to check and verify the mitigation measures as per conditions stipulated in the EC, and to
record and assess the actual impacts of the industrial project, and to conduct desktop review of submitted
documentation requirements as per t he issued EC. To monitor the environmental compliance, ECS Officers and
Engineers are assigned to an industry per area once the EC is issued.
The assigned ECS Officers a nd Engineers evaluate Company's compliance with the EC Conditions, gather
relevant information if environmental damage occurs or public complaints are raised, and issue Notices of
Violation (NOV) should non-compliances are observed and not corrected or if there are industrial activities or
components that are not covered by t he EC. Issuance of NOVs shall be as per the mandate of t he ECS.
6.2 Emissions Inventory

The Emission Inventory for the Emirate of Dubai is a comprehensive and detailed estimate of air emissions of
criteria pollutants, air pollutants from specific emission sources, and odorous gases. The OM-ED has established 59
an online emission inventory platform.
Facilities with emission sources are required to annually submit the source description, activity dat a and
pollutant concentrations via t he interactive online platform (http://www.dubaiairenvironment.dm.gov.ae/),
as a part of monitoring requirement in t he compliance conditions of the EC. A user account to access the o nline
platform should be requested t hrough contacting DM-EPSS via [email protected].
The Company Owner has to ensure that the appointed laboratory involved in the monitoring is accredited by the
Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC), formerly Dubai Accreditation Center (DAC), for the s pecific
tests (https://eiac.gov.ae/directory?filter=Testing%20Laboratories&filter_status=Accredited).
For the specific roles and responsibilities of the relevant stakeholders, refer to Volume 1 Chapter 7.
Volume4 ~
Guidance on the Registration
of Environmental Consultants
in the Emirate of Dubai
The Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED) recognises the role of Environmental Consultants
in promoting sustainable development in the Emirate of Dubai through the facilitation of Projects' compliance
with the applicable Federal and Local environmental laws and regulations. DM-ED requires Environmental
Consultants to be registered to ensure that they are licensed to perform environmental consultancy activity,
suitably qualified and competent to carry out the required environmental studies, and are proficient in the
environmental requirements of DM-ED.
This Volume 4 provides guidance and describes t he coverage, requirements, procedures and conditions on the
registration of Environmental Consultants with DM-ED to enable them to carry out environmental studies
for Projects in Dubai. This Volume also emphasises the Environmental Consultants' accountability in all the
environmental reports submitted to DM-ED and responsibility in promoting professionalism with their Clients,
fellow Environmental Consultants, and DM-ED.
D Coverage of Registration
The following Table 1 provides the list of the code-based environmental services (hereafter referred as
Environmental Codes) on which the Environmental Consultants shall be registered to. The minimum qualification
requirements for specialist per Environmental Code are also provided below.
Table 1 - De scription of Environme ntal Services and Minimum Qualification Requirements
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- With a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent in any relevant field
- At least five (5) years experience in environmental impact assessment
studies
- Should have a valid UAE employment visa, Emirates ID, and should be locally
based
Air Environment
(Air Quality, Odour, Noise, - With a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant discipline
A
Waste and Related Odour - At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience
Control, Climate Change)
B Air Environment Modelling
Air and Odour Dispersion - With a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant discipline
Bl Modelling - At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience
- With a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant discipline
82 Noise Modelling - At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience
- With Master's or PhD degree in Environmental Science or Soil Science.
- At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience for specialist with
Master's degree and seven (7) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree.
Should have at least (3) years as minimum experience working in the United
Arab Emirates in the relevant field.
- With Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Environmenta I Sciences, Applied
Geology, H}".lrology, Hydrogeology.
Bachelor's degree, seven (7) years for specialists with Master's degree, and
three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree.
- Should have at least one (1) year as minimum experience working in the
MENA regions in the relevant field.
- With Bachelor's. Master's or PhD degree in Geology/H}".lrogeology/

Hydrology/Water Resources
- At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience for specialist
with Bachelor's degree, five (5) years for specialist with Master's degree, and
three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree
- Should have at least one (1) year experience working in the United Arab
Emirates in the relevant field
- With Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Wildlife, or related terrestrial

sciences (e.g. Zoology or Botany).
At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience for specialist with
three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree.
- Should have at least three (3) years as minimum experience working in the
United Arab Emirates.
- With Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Biological Oceanography or
related Marine Sciences (e.g. Fisheries or Coastal Zone Management).
64 three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree.
- Should have at least three (3) years as minimum experience working in the
United Arab Emirates.
- With Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science and at least seven (7) years of
relevant professional experience; or
- With Master's or Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science, Wildlife, or
biological related sciences (e.g. Zoology or Botany) and at least five (5) years
of relevant professional experience for specialist with Master's degree and
three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree
- Should have at least three (3) years experience working in the United Arab
- With Master's or Ph.D. degree in Marine Science, Environmental Science, or
biological related sciences (e.g. Zoology or Botany)
- At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience for specialist with
Master's degree and three (3) years for specialist with Ph.D. degree
- Should have at least three (3) years experience working in the United Arab
- With Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences / Environmental
Management / Geography/ Biology or relevant discipline and a t least ten
(10) years of professional experience
- With Master's or Ph.D. degree in releva nt discipline and at least seven (7)
years of professional experience
- With Master's degree in Science / Engineering and at least ten (10) years of
hands-on experience
- With Ph.D. degree in relevant disciplines and at least seven (7) yea rs of
nrofessional exnPrience
hands-on experience
- With Ph.D. degree in relevant disciplines and at least seven (7) years of
orofessional exoerience
- With Master's d egree in Coastal / Oce an Engineering o r equivalent and at
least ten (10) years of professional experience
- With Ph.D. degree in relevant disciplines and at least seven (7) yea rs of
professional experience
- With Master's degree in Coas tal / Ocea n Engineering and at least ten (10 )
years of professional experience
- With Ph.D. degree in relevant disciplines and at least seven (7) years of
professional experience
hands-on experience
- With Ph.D. d egree in relevant disciplines and at least se""n (7) yea rs of
professional exoerien ce
s.iW Conditions of Registration for Environmental
D Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai
In conjunction to the "Code of Conduct for Environmental Consultants" {provided in Chapter 4 of this Volume),
t he following are the Conditions of t he Registration, which shall be complied by the registered Environmental
Consultant or any Environmental Consultancy Company with the intentio n to register with OM-ED.
2.1 General Conditions for All Environmental Consultants

1. An environ mental consultancy company who intends to register to any of t he Environmental Codes shall
comply with t he minimum qualification requirements provided in Table 1, the minimum requirements for
submission provided in Chapter 3.1, and the procedure for registration provided in Figure 1. The com pany
shall have at least one (1) locally-based specialist who shall qualify and pass the written examination for
any of the Environmental Codes.
2. An environmental consultancy company who intends to carry out an environmental im pact assessment
study (i.e. EIA Summary) which does not require any specialised study shall be registered with at least
Environmental Code EAS.
3. Any application that does not comply with t he DM-ED's minimum registration qualifications and
requirements shall be rejected.
2.2 Specific Conditions for Registered Environment al Consult ant

1. A registered Environmental Consultant shall not undertake any Environmental Code which the company
does not have a registered specialist. OM-ED will not accept or review any environmental report or any
section of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) document p re pared by Environmental Consultant
who is not registered with OM-ED. 65
2. The names with cor responding signatures of t he Environmental Co nsultant's registered specialists a nd the
assigned principal technical reviewer, including t he registered specialists based outside the UAE (if any),
shall be declared and included in t he environme ntal report. The signatures affixed in the re port signify the
accountability of t he concerned specialists and technical reviewer on all information contained therein.
The specialists involved in t he report preparation, including the s pecialists based outside the UAE (if any),
shall attend all tech nical meetings t hat may be required by t he OM-ED. OM-ED reserves t he right to reject
any environmental report or EIA document without t he names and signatures of t he registered specialists
involved in the preparation of the enviro nmental report or EIA document.
3. A registered Environ mental Consultant s hall appoint only a sub-contractor o r laboratory (i.e. for soil,
groundwater, marine sediment sample collection, water quality, air quality and noise monitoring, etc.)
duly accredited by t he Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC), formerly Dubai Accreditation
Center (DAC), to perform the specific monitoring or testing activity. OM-ED will reject any e nviro nmental
monitoring report prepared by sub-contractor or laboratory without EIAC accreditation.
4. A registered Enviro nmental Consultant w ho intends to update/change the company details shall comply
with the minimum requirements for submission provided in Chapter 3.3-1 a nd the procedure for registration
provided in Figure 3.
5. A registered Environmental Consultant who intends to register for a new Environ mental Code or add a
new specialist shall comply with t he minimum qualification requirements provided in Table 1, the minim um
requirements for submission provided in Chapter 3 .3-1 and t he p rocedure for registration provided in
Figure 1. In case the new s pecialist is already registered, and is t ransferring from another company, it
shall specifically indicate in t he tab ulated list of specialist the previous company of the new specialist, the
Environmental Code(s) he or she was registered with t he previo us company, a nd the codes to be registered
with t he new company.
6. The renewal of registration shall be ap plied at least thirty (30) days before its expiry with the submission
of updated documents (please refer to Chapter 3.2). The renewal of registration is subject to re-evaluation
of t he Environmental Consultant's and specialist/s' qualifications, compliance with t he conditions of
registration, and performance for each registered Environmental Code.
7. In an event that a registered Environmental Code cannot be undertaken as a result of the departure of
the registered specialist from the company, the EPSS shall be immediately updated and the company's
registration shall be revalidated.
8. The Environmental Consultant's entire registration shall be automatically cancelled if:
o the Dubai license of the environmental consultancy company and / or the employment visa of the only
locally-based registered specialist expires beforehand;
o the quality of the reports submitted to DM-ED are repeatedly and consistently not in compliance with
the DM-ED requirements (i.e. maximum of three instances leading to an issuance of a warning letter by
EPSS).
9. The Environmental Consultant's registration for a specific Environmental Code shall be automatically
cancelled if:
o the registered specialist/s leaves the company without an alternate or replacement who is also registered
under the company for the same Environmental Code;
o employment visa of the registered specialist/s, based locally or outside the UAE, expires beforehand
without an alternate who is also registered under the company for the same Environmental Code.
10. The Environmental Consultant's entire registration or the registration for a specific Environmental
Code shall be automatically cancelled if the evaluation of registration renewal documents shows that the
Environmental Consultant did not provide any environmental service in the Emirate of Dubai within the
last three (3) years.
II Applications for Registration
New applications for registration and request for the amendment (i.e. addition of Environmental Code
or Specialist) or renewal of an existing registration shall be submitted to t he EPSS. The Registration of
Environmental Consultant Application Form (can be obtained from the EPSS) a nd the compiled soft copies of
t he minimum requirements for submission shall be submitted to [email protected].
The minimum requirements and procedures for registrations are provided in t he following Sections.
3.1 Minimum Requirements for the New Registration of Environmental

Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai
I. Basic Requirements
• Licensed in Dubai to undertake the activity "Environmental Consultants a nd Studies", o r sim ilar activity (i.e.
for Dubai Freezone com panies).
• Em ploys a s pecialist for the Environmental Code(s) to be applied for registration with qualifications compliant
with Table 1 of this Volume. The specialist may handle maximum of two (2) Environmental Codes other than
Code "EAS" provided that he or she has t he relevant qualification a nd experie nce.
• Owns or leases the necessary software and/or equipment required to undertake the services under the
environmental codes to be applied for registration.
II. Required Documents
A. Properly filled Registration of Environmental Consultant Application Form
B. Company Documents
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• Copy of valid Dubai Professional License with the required activity.
• Organisational structure of the licensed com pany, to include t he names and position of its key personnel.
• Office mailing address and contact details.
• A portfolio of the environmental consultancy projects in t he UAE carried out in t he last five (5) years by the
company and approved by DM-ED or other relevant Autho rity.
• For companies registering with specialists based outside UAE:
o A letter from the Dubai-licensed company certifying that t he specialist/s is/are em ployed in their
international branch office;
o Copy of Company's Memorandum of Associatio n a nd Cert ificate of Incorporation or Certificate of
Registration of the international branch;
o International company profile;
o International corporate organisational structure.
C. Tabulated list of Specialist/s per Environmental Code
D. Documents of the Specialists

• Copy of passport, employment visa and Emirates ID (the employment visa of the specialists shall be under
the Dubai-licensed company).
• Curriculum Vitae, copy of UAE attested diplomas, transcript of school records, a nd relevant training
certificates.
• For specialists based outside the UAE (if any):
o Proof of employment (i.e. certificate of employment issued by the international branch office);
o Copy of passport;
o Copy of employment visa (if applicable, for Foreign Nationals);
o Curriculum Vitae;
o Copy of diplomas, transcript of school records, and relevant training cert ificates.
E. Software / Equipment Documents
• Copy of software license;
• Proof of ownership (e.g. receipts of purchase) o r copy of contract/lease agreement with the equipment/
software owner/proprietor/lessor;
• Copy of valid calibration certificates of t he equipment.
Written Examination
(May not be required for Consultant or Specialist
_ _ _ _ _ _...___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __,. previously registered with adiffi!!rent company under
the same Code applied for)
lncompJete/ Documentscom,plete - passing score is 70%
Insufficient Sdledule shall be set forthe
documen ts written examination
OM-ED Evaluation
- evaluation is based on panel assessment
Comments
Rejected
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Figure 1: Procedure for the New Registration of Environmental Consultants or Registration of New or Additional
Environmental Code/ Specialist for Registered Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai
3.2 Minimum Requirements for the Renewal of Environmental Consultant's

Registration
8. Company Documents
• Copy of updated/latest Dubai license with t he required activity.
• Updated organisational structure of t he lice nsed company, to include the names and position of its key
personnel.
• Updated office mailing address, and contact details (if applicable).
• Updated portfolio oft he environmental consultancy projects in the UAE carried out in the last t hree (3) years
by the company a nd approved by DM-ED or other relevant Autho rity. The portfolio should include Projects
in Dubai.
• For companies renewing registration with specialists based outside the UAE:
o A letter from the Dubai licensed company certifying t hat the specialist/s is/are employed in their
international branch office;
o Copy of Company's Memorandum of Association and Certificate of Incorporatio n or Certificate of
Registration of t he international branch;
o Updat ed international company profile;
o Updated international corporate organisational structure.
C. Tabulated list of Specialist/s per Environmental Code
D. Documents of the Specialists

• Copy of latest valid passport, employment visa and Emirates ID (the employment visa of t he specialists shall
be under t he Dubai licensed company).
• Updated curriculum Vitae, copy of updated relevant training certificates (i.e. required to be UAE attested if
issued outside the country).
• For specialists based outside t he UAE (if any):
o Proof of employment (i.e. updated certificate of employment issued by the international bra nch office);
o Copy of latest valid passport;
o Copy of updated employment visa (if applicable, for Foreign Nationals);
o Updated Curriculum Vitae;
o Copy of updated relevant training certificates.
E. Software/ Equipment Documents

• Copy of latest/updated software license;
• Proof of ownership (e.g. receipts of purchase) or copy of latest/updated contract/lease agreement with the
equipment/software owner/proprieto r/lessor;
• Copy of valid calibration certificates of the equipment.
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Incomplete/ insufficient Approved Rejected

documents
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Figure 2: Procedure for the Renewal of Environmental Consultant's Registration
3.3 Minimum Requirements for the Amendment of Environmental Consultant's

Registration
I. Change in Company Details
B. Company Documents
• Copy of valid Dubai Professional License with the required activity.
• Organisatio nal structure of the licensed company, to include the names and position of its key personnel.
• Office mailing address and contact details.
• For companies registering with specialists based outside UAE:
o Copy of Company's Memorandum of Association and Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of
Registration of t he international branch;
o International company profile;
o International corporate organisational structure.
Note: After EPSS' evaluation, the company details will be updated in t he database of Registered
Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai.
II. New or Additional Environmental Code/ Specialist
B. Tabulated list of Specialist/s per Environmental Code
C. Documents of the Specialists

• Copy of passport, employment visa and Emirates ID (the employment visa of the s pecialists shall be under
t he Dubai licensed com pany).
• Curriculum Vitae, copy of UAE attested diplomas, transcript of school records, a nd relevant training
certificates.
• For specialists based outside UAE (if a ny):
o Proof of employment (i.e. certificate of employment issued by t he international branch office);
o Copy of passport;
o Copy of employment visa (if applicable, for Foreign Nationals);
o Curriculum Vitae;
o Copy of diplomas, transcript of school records, and relevant training certificates.
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D. Software / Equipment Documents
• Copy of software license;
• Proof of ownership (e.g. receipts of purchase) or copy of contract/lease agreement with the equipment/
software owner/proprietor/lessor;
• Copy of val id calibration cert ificates of t he equipment.
lnc:ompiete/ lnsuffldent Approved Rejected

documents
Co mments
Certificate of
Registration
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Figure 3: Procedure for the Request for Change in Company Details
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m Code of Conduct for Environmental Consultants
All Registered Environmental Consultants are obliged to maintain and improve the reputation of the consultancy
profession by rigorously observing this Code of Conduct. Failure to do so shall result in the reevaluation of
Environmental Consultant's registration with the Dubai Municipality Environment Department (DM-ED).
Upon registration, the Environmental Consultant agrees and shall adhere, but not be limited, to the following
set of responsibilities:
1. To act professionally and in unbiased manner, and to not undertake any study that the Environmental
Consultant is not registered for or competent to perform;
2. To provide the agreed environmental services to the Project Owner or its appointed representative, and
comply with the environmental requirements of DM-ED with the highest level of professionalism;
3. To be truthful, accurate and fa ir to the assigned work, without any fear or favor, while striving to increase
the competence and prestige of the environmental impact assessment profession;
4. To judiciously use information required by DM-ED or acquired from the Project Owner or its appointed
representative in the independently and without prejudice development and preparation of the
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) document and any relevant environmental reports, and maintain
confidentiality of information as required;
5. To not intentionally communicate false or misleading information that may compromise the integrity of
any EIA study;
6. To not accept any favor from the Project Owner or its appointed representative and avoid any conflict of
interest that may affect the environmental services to be carried out; 71
7. To not act in a manner detrimental to the reputation of any of the stakeholders, Project Owner or its
appointed representative and DM-ED; and
8. To cooperate fully in any clarification procedure (e.g. official letter, request for meeting, etc.) as may be
raised by DM-ED.
Project Screening Checklist for Development
and Infrastructure Projects
(For Projects Not Listed in Volume 2 Chapter 1)
Project Information
Project Name
Location
Project Owner
Name of Environmental Consultant (if any)
Name of Sub-contracted Environmental Consultant (if any)
Brief Project Description and Surrounding Land Uses
Yes/ No/
Screening Criteria [ -] if not known
1. Is the Project location:
a. within or next to an inland waterbody?
b. within or next to the Creek?
c. on the coast?
d. offshore?
2. If the Project is within, next to or near an inland water body, is the waterbody connected to the sea or to the
Creek?
3. ls the Project location near any designated protected area or conservation area as per the Department of Urban
Studies and Planning or Federal or Local Laws?
4. Is the Project within, next to or near any of the following areas which can be affected by the Project:
76 a. areas already receiving discharges of similar nature?
b. an area used by protected, important or sensitive species of plants (e.g. Ghaftree) or animals (e.g. Arabian
Tahr, turtles)?
c. an area with important natural resources (aquifers, shallow water table, fish reefs) or features (wadi)?
d. an area with archaeological or cultural heritage assets?
e. areas subjected to subsidence, flooding, or erosion?
f. area(s) with development plans (if so, identify by name and describe nature of development)?
g. areas of high landscape/ seascape value and tourism importance?
5. Is the Project location an undeveloped area and will there be loss of vegetation (e.g. trees, plants) or displacement
of animals?
6. Is the Project location previously developed and will there be any demolition of existing facilities?
7. Is the Project located in or near densely populated or built-up area?
8. Is the Project location near any area occupied by sensitive land uses such as hospitals, schools, recreation,
tourism, or community facilities?
9. Is the Project located near or adjacent to another Emirate?
10. Will construction or operation of the Project involve physical changes in the area (such as topography, land
use, change in waterbodies, etc.)?
11. Will the construction or operation of the Project involve the use of natural resources such as groundwater or
marine water?
12. Will the construction or operation of the Project cause significant noise and vibration or generation of air
emissions which may lead to complaints from the public?
13. Will the Project release light, heat energy, chemicals, recycled water or groundwater?
Project Owner Authorised Representative
Name
Designation
Signature
Date
Name Remarks
Signature
Date
Contents/Outline of an Environmental
Impact Assessment Report (EIAR)
INTRODUCTION
The EIAR serves as a statement of commitment by the Project Owner on his obligations to comply with its
recommendations and with Federal Legislation requirements on environmental protection. The EIAR is also a
binding environmental protection agreement between a Project Owner and Dubai Municipality-Environment
Department (DM-ED), which is the Competent Authority for the implementation of Federal Legislation, Local
Legislation and Regulations and International Conventions in the Emirate of Dubai.
Purpose and Structure
The purpose of Annex 2 "EIAR Outline and Contents" is to provide guidance on the structure and contents of
the report on a quantitative Environmental Impact Assessment study, i.e. the Environmental Impact Assessment
Report (EIAR), for Development and Infrastructure Projects. This guidance is provided as PART 1 of this Annex.
PART 2 entails the checklist, which needs to be completed by the Environmental Consultant in preparation for
the submission of the EIAR to EPSS.
Annex 4 provides guidance on the scope ofthe necessary environmental baseline surveys and numerical modelling
requirements (e.g. scope of numerical model simulations for Projects, which are subject to quantitative impact
assessment).
78 The structure of this guidance reflects, in most parts, the structure of an EIAR. Guidance on the contents of
each EIAR chapter and its sections is also provided in Part 1.
PART 1 - GUIDANCE ON THE CONTENTS OF EIA REPORT

Guidance on t he contents of EIAR is provided below:
EIAR COVER PAGE AND CONTENTS LIST

The EIAR text shall be preceded by:
(i) Cover/Title Page
(ii) QA sheet with date of issue, revision number, name of author, reviewer and approver
(iii) Table of Contents with links to each heading and sub-heading
(iv) List of Abbreviations
(v) ListofTables
(vi) List of Figures
(vii) List of Engineering Plans/ Maps
(viii) List of Annexes
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Executive Summary (ES) shall summarise in a non-technical language, the significant findings, conclusions
and recommendations of the EIA study and described in detail in the EIAR. The ES shall include:
• A brief description of the proposed Project, any alternatives considered and the justification for the need
for the preferred option.
• The conclusion ofthe scoping out exercise that identified the environmental resources that were Scoped
In and further studied in the EIAR or Scoped Out .
• Concise details of the environmental baseline survey and characterisation of the Scoped In, and hence
studied, environmental resources.
• Summary of the Project characteristics constituting the sources of significant changes in the existing
environment leading to significant impacts.
• Description of significant impacts and measures to prevent, mitigate or compensate for them (in that
order).
• List ofthe environmental resources, which will need monitoring to verify the effectiveness ofthe selected
measures.
• Recommendation for resolving any (where applicable) environmental conflicts of interest.
• A brief account of the identified compensation measures (where applicable).
1. CHAPTER ON INTRODUCTION
The Introduction shall comprise:
• General Project Description
• Statement of Need for the Project
• Project Alternatives and Preferred Option
• Information on External Project Funding (where applicable)
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General Project Description
This Section shall provide a general description of the proposed Project, including information on the nature,
size and location of the Project, its processes, products, services as appropriate, and the land/water uses of the
surrounding areas. This information shall be supported by:
• Project Affection Plan and up-to-date Master Plan/Design;
• Clear, to scale and informative maps and figures showing the Project location and its immediate
surroundings.
Statement of Need for Project

This Section shall give a clear statement on why the Project is needed, its compatibility with the Federal and
Emirate development strategies, programmes and plans. It shall present the long term social and economic
benefits to the Emirate and society on the whole, which call for an overriding public interest when significant
adverse negative impacts with little potential for prevention and/or mitigation are predicted.
Project Alternatives and Preferred Option

This Section shall clearly state the Project alternatives (e.g. nature, location, size) or individual elements of the
Project (i.e. design, processes), which were considered in order to identify the preferred alternative option, and
link this with the justification for its Statement of Need. The likely significant impacts and feasible prevention
/ mitigation / compensation measures for each identified Project alternative shall be presented, as shall the
reasoning for eliminating each option.
The "Do-Nothing" Option

The "Do-Nothing" option (i.e. no proposed development at the proposed location or elsewhere) and its long
term social, economic and environmental consequences shall also be briefly discussed.
2. CHAPTER ON LEGAL FRAMEWORK AND STANDARDS
This Chapter shall list the expected parameters in emissions and discharges from the planned activities/
operations of the proposed Project, and accordingly shall clearly identify all Environmental Legislation and
Regulations, in the UAE Federal and Dubai Emirate Levels, which the proposed Project is subject to and must
comply with for the purposes of demonstrating environmental protection.
This Chapter shall also list all the Regional and International Conventions (obligations) for environmental
protection, which the UAE has or is in the process of ratifying. Where the latter is the case, the timetable of
ratification shall be identified in relation to the Project status and schedule.
3. CHAPTER ON THE EIA PROJECT TEAM

This Chapter shall provide information on:
• The OM-ED-registered environmental consultancy firm undertaking t he quantitative EIA study;
• The EIA Project Team Leader and team members, by name; their respective field of expertise, and the
corresponding module or area of study assigned to each ("key deliverable");
• The name(s) of OM-ED-registered sub-consultant(s), t he scope of t heir works in the EIA study (e.g.
numerical model simulations, environmental baseline surveys), proven experience, and OM-accreditation
details;
• The name of t he EIAC-accredited laboratories that are commissioned for collection and analyses of
environmental samples during t he basel ine surveys with accreditation details.
SO 4. CHAPTER ON THE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT AND PROJECT SITE

This Chapter shall clearly present all the available information on the proposed Project and its location, with
as much detail as possible, provided on GIS maps (where relevant), on the following elements of the proposed
Project:
• The proposed Project's location, delineation of Project boundaries, and planning status shall be explained;
copy of Affection Plan and Master Plan/Design to be included.
• Description of t he nature of the proposed Project (e.g. residential, commercial, mixed, industrial, etc.).
• The size (spatial coverage) of the proposed Project, in relation to the surrounding developments/land
uses shall be given.
• Description of the nature of the existing land use(s) and expected changes at t he location of the
proposed Project, including the characterisation of a site being a brownfield site (previously developed)
or a greenfield site (no previous development).
• The proposed Project's immediate surroundings and its proximity to sensitive land uses or a reas of
environmental importance and protection status within the Emirate of Dubai shall be identified; this
information shall be supported by high qual ity, clear and informative maps (to scale), figures and photos.
• For proposed Projects that are adjacent or very close to the borders of the Em irate of Dubai, information
on land use(s) across the borders shall be provided.
• The phases of Project development and construction, supported by a Project works schedule shall be
explained; the footprint of the construction works shall be clearly provided.
• A detailed description of major construction works, such as deep excavations, temporary dewatering,
dredging, reclamation, land excavation and anticipated volumes of earth material associated with such
works shall be given; available or most probable Method Statements shall be included in this Chapter.
• The proposed Project layout showing:
o The major utilities and infrastructure (e.g. permanent artificial water bodies, roads, bridges within
the footprint of the proposed Project);
o The locations of air emissions sources and effluent discharge outfalls;
o The water intake and outfall points, if applicable.
• Description of the services, technologies, products, waste stream associated with the construction
and operational phases of the proposed Project, including site clearance prior to construction (where
relevant).
• (Where applicable) A comprehensive description of the Project operational processes, process flowchart,
types and quantities of raw materials, production capacity, energy and water requirements, material
balance, and water balance shall be provided.
• The information pertaining to waste streams (air, water, hazardous waste, solid waste, soil), shall be
provided
• The anticipated major sources of air, soil and water contamination or disturbance to wildlife (e.g. noise
and light) and built environment (i.e. existing buildings, infrastructure) shall be identified and described
in detail.
• Description of the existing legitimate uses by natives, residents and tourists at the proposed Project area
and its surrounding areas.
• The manpower requirements (i.e. estimated number of labour force, labour camp on the Project site,
where relevant).
• Total capital cost.
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• (Where applicable) If the proposed Project is externally funded, the name of the funding organisation(s)
(e.g. World Bank/lFC), and any environmental protection requirements of the funding organisation, in
addition to these guidelines, which the EIA study needs to comply with shall be explained.
5. CHAPTER ON THE EIA STUDY PROCESS

Scoping In and Out of Environmental Resources
This Section shall provide a description of the Scoping In and Out exercise. The purpose of this exercise is to
identify which environmental resources are not within the Project site, in its immediate surroundings nor, for
very obvious reasons, are likely to be impacted upon as a result of the proposed Project. Any environmental
resources that falls in this category shall be Scoped Out of the quantitative environmental impact study. This
exercise shall also include trans-boundary environmental resources.
The conclusion on Scoping Out an environmental resource needs to be fully justified. Any environmental
resource that is not listed as Scoped Out is, therefore, identified as a Scoped In resource and it shall be studied
in the quantitative EIA.
Where there is no obvious reason to justify Scoping Out an environmental resource, this resource shall be
subject to the quantitative EIA study.
The environmental resources to be subject to the Scoped In and Out exercise for the purposes of a quantitative
EIA study are as follows:
Geology, Hydro-geology, Geomorphology

Oceanography, Hydrodynamic Regime, Coastal Processes
Climatic Conditions, Climate Change and Air Quality
Noise and Vibration
Land Uses, Soil and Groundwater
Water Uses, Water and Sediment Quality
Aquatic Ecology and Nature Conservation
Terrestrial Ecology and Nature Conservation
Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
Amenities, Tourism and Recreation
Utilities and Infrastructure
Waste Generation and Management
Sustainability
Other Environmental Resources/Assets/Issues
Environmental Resources Data Collection and Gap Analysis

This Section shall give a brief description of the type of sources, which were sought after in order to obtain data
on the Scoped In environmental resources; such sources can include:
• Review of existing data and pertinent publications
• New and complementary environmental baseline survey
• Observations, sightings, and photographs
• Consultation findings
• Anecdotal evidence
Review of Existing Data

The review of the available environmental data and the identification of gaps in data is primarily a desk-top
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study. This Section of the EIAR shall clearly identify the available data that was included in the description of
the Scoped In environmental resources and the impacts prediction exercises (i.e. numerical model simulations).
Available environmental data can be referred to by title of publication, name(s) of author(s), date, and source
of publication.
The validity of and confidence level on existing data for the purposes of the quantitative impacts prediction
shall need to be clearly stated in this Section. Data that is older than 5 years shall not be deemed valid for
the EIA study. The available relevant data that is 5 years old or less may be accepted provided that the data is
still representative of the current site condition, there are no obvious environmental contamination within the
project plot, and no significant change in the land-use within the vicinity is observed. Justification as to why it
is assumed to be representative data should be provided.
Where maps, drawings and photographs from available data are to be used in the EIA study, these shall be
included and shall be of good quality and easy to read.
Gap Analysis
Gaps in available data, which prevent a comprehensive description of the Scoped In environmental resources
thus jeopardising the integrity and confidence level of the quantitative EIA study and its conclusions, shall be
identified and described in this Section.
New and Complementary Environmental Baseline Surveys

Where no data or partial data exists on Scoped In environmental resources, new orComplementary Environmental
Baseline Surveys to fill in significant gaps in available data shall be fully identified in this Section of the EIAR.
The findings of the complementary surveys will complement available data for the purposes of providing a
comprehensive description of the Scoped In environmental resources.
The approach to and methodologies for the baseline surveys shall be briefly described in the Chapter on the
EIA Study Process; the survey data and its interpretation shall be presented in the Chapte r on the Existing
Environment, Impacts, Mitigation, Residual Impacts as part of the comprehensive description of each Scoped In
environmental resource.
The detailed description of the scope and results of the all baseline surveys shall be included in the EIA study
as Technical Appendices.
The name(s) of the field survey team(s) and the EIAC-accredited laboratory shall be provided.
Field surveys and laboratory analytical specifications shall be explained clearly and in detail in the Chapter on
the EIA Study Process; the specifications for both field surveys and laboratory analyses shall be complete in
order to achieve the dual role of:
• Facilitating a comparison with the requirements of the Local Order No. 61 of 1991 on the Environment
Protection Regulations in the Emirate of Dubai, its Rules of Implementation.
• Enabling a comprehensive and detailed quantitative impacts prediction and evaluation.
The information on the baseline surveys shall include:

• Location of the survey area, spatial coverage, number of sampling stations; this information shall be
supported by:
o Clear, easy to read and to scale maps;
o Justification on good representation of environmental resource and fulfilment of identified data
gaps.
• Character of survey (e.g. one off or seasonal); the implications for the environmental resource
characterisation; and survey methodology.
• Number of samples per sampling station Uustification for selected number and locations).
• Suite of in situ and ex situ parameters measured (see Table 5.1).
• Laboratory analytical methodologies and Detection Limits for each parameter (see Table 5.1). 83
• Data validation methods and Quality Assurance/Quality Control methods.

The timing of marine and terrestrial surveys reflects the biological productivity and activity, which vary
significantly throughout the year; for this reason, the timing of each survey shall be justified, and the results
shall be accompanied by a discussion on their representation of the true biological activity and potential of the
surveyed habitat.
For land and seascape characteristics, visual presentations of the proposed Project's features shall be from
realistic perspective, angle and level in order to realistically inform the impact assessment study.
No new laboratory analytical results, including partial data (i.e. only selected parameters) shall be accepted from
a non EIAC-accredited laboratory; analytical results from laboratory methodologies with detection limit (DL)
higher than the regulatory standard for the parameters tested shall be rejected. In such events, the integrity
of the information on Scoped In environmental resources and subsequent quantitative impact predictions and
assessments shall be in doubt and the EIA study shall be rejected. More than one (1) EIAC-accredited laboratory
can be involved in order to secure valid analytical results.
The information on the laboratory analyses shall be tabulated in the Chapter on the EIA Study Process as per
Table 5.1 below:
Table 5.1 Example of Laboratory Analytical Specifications presentation for comparing Detection Limits with
Regulatory Standard for environmental quality parameters
Regulatory Standard (LO 61/91) . . .

. dA d. f Laboratory Laboratory Detection L1m1t
Parameter & Append1x 1 an ppen 1x 2 o Methodolo (DL)
A~~4~rt2 ~
Marine core samples as opposed to grab samples shall be collected for environmental characterisation of
sediment where contamination is expected. The length of the core shall be dictated by the depth of excavation/
dredging. Geotechnical samples shall not be accepted as environmental characterisation samples.
Comparison with Standards

The choice of standards against which analytical results are to be compared shall be known prior to finalising
the sampling specifications, so as to ensure t hat the suite of analyses is complete.
EIA Methodology
This Section shall clearly present the approach that was followed in order to:
• Quantitatively predict the impacts on each ofthe Scoped In environmental resources from t he proposed Project;
• Where applicable, quantitatively predict the cumulative impacts on each of the Scoped In environmental
resources from the proposed Project in combination with other planned, (and soon to be implemented)
Projects adjacent to t he proposed Project site;
• Identify the magnitude and assess the significance of impacts, cumulative impacts included;
• Identify environmental risks and hazards; and
• Identify pertinent measures to prevent, mitigate against and compensate for (in that order) all significant
impacts and risks.
Where relevant, the indirect/secondary impacts (i.e. triggered by a direct/primary impact) shall also be studied
in the quantitative EIA.
This Section shall also clearly identify and explain the limitations of t he EIA study for which assumptions have
to be made. The limitations may include, but not limited to, the level of information on the proposed Project
84 available at the time of the study, constraints in conducting the baseline surveys, and limitations on the impacts
prediction and assessment process.
6. CHAPTER ON THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT, IMPACTS, MITIGATION, RESIDUAL IMPACTS

Description of t he Scoped In Environmental Resources
This Section shall entail the comprehensive descriptions of all Scoped In environmental resources and built
environmental aspects; the descriptions shall be based on the data that is obtained through available data
review, the baseline survey results, the consultation findings, and EIA team's site visit observations; all s hall
be included in the References & Bibliography list, and s hall be clearly referenced accordingly in the text, where
relevant.
For each Scoped In environmental resource, a brief statement on the (new) field baseline surveys and/or the gap
analysis and subsequent complementary baseline surveys shall be made. Reference to the relevant Sections of
the Chapter on the EIA Study Process a nd data source shall be made in the text in this Section.
The description of each environmental resource in this Section needs to be succinctly presenting and
interpreting the detailed technical information, which is appended as Technical Appe ndix to the EIAR; the level
of information and detail in this Section shall be such so as to comprehensively and completely describe the
following characteristics of the environmental resource, and relate them to the impacts prediction:
• The main characteristics (biotic, abiotic, built environment).
• The land and water uses (roads, waterways, water intakes, industrial discharges urban and rural areas).
• The environmental quality status (surface and groundwater, sediment, air, soil, biodiversity).
• The prevailing regime/situation (local climate, hydrodynamic, flushing).
• Theprotection/conservation status (protected National sites/habitats/species; Internationally recognised
protection status).
• The human environment (Culture, Heritage, Amenities, Recreation, Tourism).
• Utilities (existing cables pipelines, sewage & drainage networks).
• Waste management (existing management at Project site).
• Any other environmental information including Sustainability plans, programmes pertinent to the site
and character of the proposed Project.
The information on all Scoped In environmental resources shall be presented, as much as possible, on maps that
are easy to read, accurately scaled and oriented; GIS maps are preferred. Maps and drawings shall be provided
on A3 size.
Prediction and Assessment of Environmental Impacts

The potential impacts during the construction and operational phases of the proposed Project on each one
of the Scoped In environmental resources shall be quantitatively assessed as much as possible. The impacts
shall be linked to the Method Statements and Project activities/works and their sequence as described in the
Chapter on the Detailed Descriptions of the Proposed Project and Site.
The quantitative prediction of impacts on certain environmental resources, primarily surface and ground water
quality, air quality, noise levels, and sediment transport and shoreline changes requires the use of numerical
model simulations. This Section shall describe in brief the model simulations, which were undertaken to predict
impacts from the proposed Project. The detailed description of the scope and results of all model simulations
shall be included in the EIA study as Technical Appendices.
The impacts prediction and assessment information to be provided in this Section shall entail the following:
• A clear description ofthe nature ofthe most probable impacts, and the cause-pathway-effect relationship
between the Project's planned activities and the potentially impacted environmental resources for 85
all Project phases; the impacts within and outside the construction and operational footprints of the
proposed Project, incl uding cumulative trans-boundary impacts (if applicable) shall be clearly identified.
• The methodology followed to accurately predict and evaluate impacts (refer to Annex 4 Part 2 for the
guidance on the quantitative prediction of marine/coastal impacts).
• Where a quantitative impact assessment for an environmental resource is not possible, this shall be
stated; the reason for not carrying out the quantitative assessment shall be given, and the implications for
achieving the objective to effectively protect the environmental resource in question shall be discussed.
The risks to environmental protection from the qualitative impacts assessment shall be identified and
reflected in the Project's monitoring plans for all Project phases.
• Where numerical model simulations to predict impacts were undertaken, the purpose of modelling shall
be stated, the type of model for the concerned coastal processes, whether it is a 2D or 3D model, and
its selection shall be explained and justified in terms of its applicability and appropriateness for the
environmental impact assessment; model configuration and key input parameters and data source (i.e.
available data or baseline survey) shall be described in detail. The modelling scenarios shall be rationalised
for the intended purpose. All relevant model output shall be adequately interpreted. Clear conclusions
and recommendations, and limitations of the modelling studies shall be clearly presented. Clear reference
to the appended full model simulation technical report shall be made (by report revision number and
section of the technical report, date).
• Spatial presentation of the area where impacts (both direct and indirect) in relation to the proposed
Project's construction and operational footprints.
• The nature of the impact in terms of direct or indirect (i.e. secondary), reversibility, long or short term,
local or regional or trans-boundary (if applicable).
• The significance of the identified impact; impacts shall be identified as negligible, minor, moderate, major
adverse or beneficial.
Quantitative Prediction of Impacts
For guidance on the type of proposed Projects that require numerical model simulations, refer to Table 1 of
Annex 4 Part 1 and Table 4-1 of Annex 4 Part 2 ofthis Guidance. All numerical simulation model exercises shall
be carried out by DM-ED registered Environmental Consultants.
Cumulative Impacts
Environmental resources have a capacity to accommodate changes; single changes can be more easily
accommodated than multiple. For this reason, the quantitative EIA study shall also include the prediction and
assessment of cumulative impacts from the proposed Project, Projects that are in the construction stage as
well as planned Projects. The area of impacts to be considered shall include the areas of both direct and indirect
cumulative impacts.
The information on the most probable cumulative impacts shall be supported by a clear description of the
factors leading to the cumulative nature of impacts.
Prevention, Mitigation and Compensation Measures

The measures to prevent, mitigate against or compensate for, preferably in that order, the identified significant
impacts incl uding the cumulative impacts shall be clearly described in this Section.
This Section shall also include information on how the identified prevention measures shall be in place at the
start of the works/operations and before any of the predicted impacts are realised.
For the predicted significant impacts during the proposed Project's operational phase, all relevant and feasible
technology, techniques, equipment, processes and procedures that will prevent and/or mitigate them shall be
outlined.
86 It is possible that at thetime ofthe EIA study, there is limited information on the construction methods available.
Where this is the case, reference to previous experience or information on measures, proven to be effective,
from similar Projects shall be made. Where such information can be available, it is expected to be fully utilised.
Where impacts cannot be prevented or mitigated but feasible compensation measure(s) can be implemented,
these shall be discussed in this Section. Where compensation is not feasible either, a full explanation shall be
provided and the significance for the impacted environmental resource shall be fully discussed.
The implementation of all identified measures, implementation schedule, responsible entity for the
implementation, corrective measures, supervision, monitoring effectiveness, auditing and reporting shall be
clearly identified and stated in this Section.
For marine/coastal Projects and Projects located near the protected area or expected to have significant impacts
on the environment, the description of and discussion on all feasible measures is expected to be informative
and constructive so that it forms the basis for the development of the Construction Environmental Control
Plans (CECP) linked to specific NOCs or Management Plan for the operational phase of the Project as may be
required.
Environmental Enhancement
Any environmental enhancement opportunities that the proposed Project presents shall also be presented and
discussed. The latter shall also be re-iterated in the conclusions and recommendations section of the EIA study.
Residual and Unavoidable Impacts

It is possible that, following implementation of prevention and/or mitigation measures, certain impacts still
remain, most likely at a lesser magnitude and spatial extent. These residual impacts are usually accepted as part
of the unavoidable changes to environmental resources due to a proposed Project.
It is also possible that certain impacts cannot be prevented at all.
For these reasons, both the residual (post-mitigation) and unavoidable impacts shall be identified and discussed for
all Project phases; where relevant, the discussion shall make references to the legal requirements/limits (numerical
standards), as identified in the Chapter on Legal Framework and Standards. The residual and unavoidable impacts
shall be characterised in the same way as the pre-mitigation impacts (i.e. minor, moderate or major).
Structure of Chapter 6
Table 6.1 below provides a preferred sequence of t he Sections and sub-sections of Chapter 6 of the EIAR.
Table 6.1 EIAR Chapter 6 Sections breakdown
Section number Section Heading - Scoped In Environmental Resource

6.1 Geology, Geomorphology
6.1.1 Existing Conditions
6.1.1 .1 Available Data and Gap Analysis
6.1.1 .2 Baseline Surveys
6.1.2 Impacts Assessment
6.1.3 Prevention, Mit igation, Compensation
6.1.4 Residual Impacts
Note: The succeeding Sections shall also contain the above Sub-sections.
6.2 Oceanography, Hydrodynamic Regime, Coastal Processes

6.3 Climate and Air Quality
6.4 Noise and Vibration
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6.5 Land Uses, Soil and Groundwater
6.6 Water a nd Sediment Quality
6.7 Aquatic Ecology and Nature Conservation
6.8 Terrestrial Ecology and Nature Conservation
6.9 Socio-Economic
6.10 Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
6.11 Amenities, Tourism and Recreation
6.12 Ut ilities and Infrastructure
6.13 Waste Generation and Management
6.14 Project Sustainability
6.15 Other Environmental Resources/Assets/Issues
7. CHAPTER ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLANS

This Chapter shall present a framework of an Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMM P) for all
proposed Project phases.
The Framework EMMP shall serve as a road map for the individual contractors to develop CECPs (for the
construction phase of marine/coastal Projects), and for t he Project Owner to im plement e nvironmental
monitoring requirements during t he operational phase of their Projects.
The Framework EMM P shall include information on:
• The environmental resources expected to be impacted as per the EIA study;
• The mitigation measures, and corrective actions to be taken when measures fail to reach the protection
objective;
• The monitoring plans, required to monitor:
o The effectiveness of the prevention and/or mitigation measures;
o The residual impacts and impacts on the environmental resources that are unavoidable or cannot
be mitigated;
• Waste collection and disposal management plan;
• Inspection and auditing programmes;
• Roles and responsibilities for the effective implementation and management of the measures and
monitoring plans;
• A mechanism for reporting, monitoring and auditing results;
Environmental induction and training program for construction and operation workers and management;
and
• External communications with regulators and interested parties/stakeholders.
Monitoring programmes for each Project phase shall be developed with as much detailed information as possible.
The monitoring plans shall incl ude, but not limited to, the following:
• The monitoring objectives to determine the effectiveness of the identified preventive/mitigation
measures;
• In situ and ex situ environmental parametersto be monitored and the trigger levelsto initiate investigations
and remedial actions;
• Sampling design, methodology and equipment for measurement, data management & analysis, equipment
88 calibration;
• An outline figure ofthe sampling locations reflecting anticipated impacts and sensitive receptors/targets;
monitoring locations shown on clear maps/drawings;
• The duration and frequency of monitoring, with justification where possible (e.g. seasonal monitoring);
the frequency shall reflect environmental sensitivities;
• The type and frequency of the reporting mechanism of the monitoring results (i.e. real time or periodic
report submission or both); and
• The organisational structure of the Environmental Management Team, that is the responsible entity to
undertake the monitoring plan and supervise/audit the monitoring team.
8. CHAPTER ON THE EIA CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The EIA study conclusions can be presented in this Chapter as Project Environmental Matrices for both the
Project Construction and Operational Phases; references to the relevant Sections and Sub-sections (by number)
of the Chapters on the EIA Study Process and the Existing Environment, Impacts, Mitigation, Residual Impacts,
shall feature in each Matrix, as appropriately.
Each Matrix shall comprise the following:

• Planned works/activities/operations of the proposed Project;
• All Scoped In environmental resources within and around the proposed Project's site that were studied in
the EIA;
Predicted impacts;
• Identified measures;
• Residual impacts;
Recommended monitoring activity, identifying monitoring frequency and referencing drawings of
monitoring locations; and
Environmental enhancement opportunities.
Both Project Construction a nd Operational Environmental Matrices could be pre pared early on in the EIA study
to serve as a road map to the identification exercise of cause-path-impact, a nd as the impacts identification
and assessment study develops, t hey can be populated accordingly to include the identified measures, residual
impacts and monitoring plans.
An example of a Construction Environmental Matrix is given in Table 8.1 below.
Table 8.1 Example of a Construction Environmental Impacts Matrix
Risk of Impact
Planned
Environmental happening
Activity & Impacts Prevention Mitigation Residual Impacts Compensation Monitoring
Resource (Low, Medium,
Works*
High)
- Revise - Real t ime

- Bund reclamation
Increase in Lesser increase
reclamation method and - E x situ
background TSS o f TSS near n /a
area speed (frequency
levels reclamation
to be noted
Water quality
- Weirs, settling - Install double here)
Dredging plume basins silt curtain
m ig rating outside
towards sensitive - Silt curtains reclamation
targets d ischarge point
frequency
Reclamation Blanketing of Compensation of periodic
n/a n/a n/a
seagrass beds pla n surveys to be
noted here
Marine f--labitat
frequency 89
Smothering of of periodic
Relocation
corals surveys to be
noted here
Exhaust - Green fuel

emissions from (dredger)
Air q uality d redger and
auxiliary land - Switched off
vehicle fleet eng ines
* *Pre-Construction Site preparation works (where appllc.able) to be included and identified in t he Matrix
Similarly, an Environmental Matrix for the Operational Phase of the proposed Project must be prepared.
9. CHAPTER ON THE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT

This Chapter of t he EIAR shall include t he statement of commitment to t he implementation of the EIA
requirements; t his statement can either be pre pared by the Project Owner o r by the a ppointed Environmental
Consultant.
The statement of commitment shall particularly highlight the EIA recommendat io ns for:
• The preferred identified prevention/mitigation or compensation measures;
Co rrective actions in the event that measures prove ineffective; and
Monitoring plans for all phases of the Project.
ANNEXES
The detailed description of t he scope and results of all baseline surveys and numerical model simulations shall
be included in the EIAR as Technical Appendices.
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
All of the data sources (available data, research papers and conference p ublications, periodical articles, working
group reports, guidelines, other p ublished EIA studies, Environmental Legislation and Regulations, Decrees,
International Conventions and Agreements) shall be listed in the Bibliography and References List of the EIAR.
PART 2 - CHECKLIST FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT IN PREPARATION FOR THE

SUBMISSION OF AN EIAR
Table 1 below entails a checklist that the Environmental Consultant needs to fill out, in preparation of an EIAR
for the purposes of ap plying for an Environmental Clearance. This Checklist shall be dated, signed and stamped
by the Environmental Consultant, and shall be submitted together with the EIAR.
Table 1: EIAR Contents Checklist
EIARTitle
Revision No
Date of Submission
Cover Page and Contents List
D Project title, name of Project Owner and Consultant, date, revision number
D QA sheet with date of issue, revision number, name of author, reviewer and approver
D Table of Contents with links to each heading and sub-heading
D List of Abbreviations
90 D List of Tables
D List of Figures
D List of Engineering Plans / Maps
D List of Annexes
D A brief description of the proposed Project written in a non-technical language
D Statement of need of proposed Project
D Alternatives considered
D Scoped in and out Environmental Resources
D Summary of gap analysis and environmental baseline survey
D Summary of the project characteristics constituting the sources of significant changes in the existing environment leading to
significant impacts
D Description of significant impacts and measures to prevent, mitigate or compensate for
D List of the environmental resources that will need monitoring to verify the effectiveness of the selected measures
D Recommendation for resolving any (where applicable) environmental conflicts of interest
D A brief account of the identified compensation measures (where applicable)
D General description of Project; Affection Plan; Master Plan; clear, to scale and informative figures showing project location and
surrounding areas
D Statement of need; Advantages and disadvantages to the natural and built environment, and local economy; Social benefits
Consideration, information on:
□ • Alternatives to the proposed Project (i.e. type, location)

□ • Alternatives to individual elements (i.e. process/technology/techniques) of the Project
□ • Major environmental aspects and significant environmental impacts for each alternative
□ • "Do Nothing" option
D Applicable Federal and Emirate Level Laws, Regulations, Decrees on Environmental Protection
D Federal and Emirate Level Standards and Threshold Limits that apply to the nature of the proposed Project and anticipated
impacts
D Applicable International Treaties and Conventions
D The DM-registered environmental consultancy firm, who will undertake the quantitative EIA
D The EIA Project team leader and team members, by name; their respective field of expertise, and the corresponding module or
area of study assigned to each ("key deliverable")
D The name(s) of DM-ED registered sub-consultant(s) and their respective study scope for the EIA; proven experience, and DM
accreditation details
D The name(s) of the EIAC-accredited laboratories involved in the baseline surveys
D Project Master Plan and Affection Plan
D Nature, size and location of the project; the nature of the existing land use(s) and expected changes at the location of the
proposed Project
D Pre-construction site clearance needs for mobilisation
D Description of expected Project footprint of construction and operational phases 91

Description of immediate surroundings and its proximity to sensitive land uses or areas of environmental importance and
□ protection status within the Emirate of Dubai, and across the borders (as applicable)
D Detailed description of major construction works
D (If applicable) Operational phase processes/activities, environmental aspects (details), waste stream and disposal options,
pollutants/disturbances from planned and unplanned activities
D Maps, drawings, figures, photographic plates supporting all Project description and activities
D Maps, drawings, figures are up to date and clear to read with informative legend
D Project status, outline construction schedule
D Total capital cost

D (If applicable) If the project is externally funded, the name of the funding organisation(s) (e.g. World Bank/lFC) and their
environmental protection requirements
D Scoping in and out of environmental resources
D Justification on scoped-out environmental resources
D Available data review
D Gaps analysis
New and/or Complementary Baseline survey:

• Identification and detailed specification of all additional data collection studies (field surveys etc.) for all scoped in environ
□ mental resources
□ • Detailed, to scale and clear to read maps and drawings of additional surveys
□ • Name(s) of the DM-registered field survey team(s) and the EIAC-accredited laboratory(s) for all analysed parameters
□ • Field survey and analytical specifications facilitate comparison with the requirements of the Local Order No. 61 of 1991
□ • Field survey and analytical specifications enable comparison with selected quality standards
• Field survey and analytical specifications enable a comprehensive and detailed quantitative impacts prediction and evalua
□ tion
□ • Field sampling locations are depicted on clear, easy to read and to scale maps
□ • Character of survey (e.g. one off or seasonal) and implications for the environmental resource characterisation explained
□ • Laboratory analytical methodologies and detection limits for all parameters
□ • Data validation methods and Quality Assurance/Quality Control methods
EIA Methodology
□ • Explanation of the methodologies for assessing the significance of impacts
□ • Identification of numerical studies
□ • Limitations of the EIA Study
D Description of existing scoped In environmental resources (air, soil, water, shoreline, waterways), land and water uses within
proposed Project location and surrounding areas
D Environmental sensitivities (wildlife, residential areas, protected/designated areas, water intakes) at proposed Project location
and surrounding areas
D Detailed, to scale and easy to read maps and drawing showing the spatial distribution of environmental resources and
Environmenta I sensitivities within and adjacent to the proposed Project
D Identification and detailed specification of all studies that were undertaken to predict impacts (direct and indirect) and their
magnitude (spatially and temporary) during all phases of the project
D Description of specific impact prediction studies (i.e. numerical model study specifications)
92 D Justification on confidence level for qualitative impact assessment, where applicable
D Identification and assessment of impacts as per the EIA methodology
D Acknowledgment and description of the potential cumulative impacts on each environmental resource
D Spatial presentation of the area where impacts (both direct and indirect) shall be felt
D Description of feasible mitigation measures to prevent/mitigate against/compensate measures
D Measures relate to described construction methods and operational phase characteristics
D Where applicable, environmental enhancement was identified
D Acknowledgment of potential for and description of most probable residual impacts
Outline EMMP:
□ • Scope and objectives of the project-wide environmental monitoring programmes
□ • Roles and responsibilities for effective implementation and management
□ • Mechanism for reporting monitoring and auditing results
□ • External communications with regulators and interested parties

Identification of environmental standards for the monitoring programme to include monitoring of:
□ • Cumulative impacts
□ • Residual impacts
Succinct and to the point information on:
□ • Proposed Project characteristics
□ • Environmental resources and associated significant impacts

□ • Identified measures to prevent, mitigate, compensate for impacts
• Recommendations for monitoring:
□ o The effectiveness of measures
□ o Impacts, including cumulative and residual
□ o Environmental enhancement opportunities
D EIA matrix with scoped in environmental resources, project activities/works, impacts, mitigation, monitoring
Statement of Commitment on the EIAR recommendations on:
□ • The preferred identified prevention/mitigation or compensation measures
□ • Corrective actions in the event that measures prove ineffective
□ • Monitoring plans for all phases of the Project
D References/Bibliography
D Relevant engineering drawings
D Appointed Environmental Consultants' CVs, portfolio of Project experience, etc
D Project Owner's Dubai License (for private companies)
D Detailed reports with methodologies and results of studies undertaken for the baseline surveys and impacts prediction (e.g.
numerical simulation studies) and accreditation details of the laboratory.
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Inclusive of all above requested information for the Competent Authority to reach a clear understanding of the Project's:
D • Location and boundaries
D • Characteristics
D • Significant impacts
D • Recommended measures and monitoring programmes
D • Roles and responsibilities, and commitments

D Compliant with the EIAR Guidance in contents and structure
D Clarity of written language and submission of a complete document, text and annexes
D Correct cross-referencing between main EIAR text and its annexes
D Clarity of graphics, text and tables
DATE NAME OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANCY
STAMP AND SIGNATURE

Contents/Outline of an Environmental Impact
Assessment Summary (EIAS)
INTRODUCTION
The EIAS serves as a statement of commitment by the Project Owner on his obligations to comply with its
recommendations and with Federal Legislation requirements on environmental protection. The EIAS is also a
binding environmental protectio n agreement between a Project Owner and Dubai Municipality-Environment
Department (D M-ED), which is t he Competent Authority for the implementation of Federal Legislation in the
Emirate of Dubai.
Purpose and Structure

The purpose of Annex 3 "EIA Summary Outl ine and Contents" is to provide guidance on the structure and
contents of an Environmental Impact Assessment Summary (EIAS) for development, infrastructure, coastal and
marine Projects requiring a qualitative EIA study. Part 1 provides t he guidance document for EIAS, whereas Part
2 provides the checklist, for submission to EPSS, which needs to be completed by the Environmental Consultant
in preparation of the EIAS for Development and Infrastructure Projects.
The structure of this guidance reflects, in most parts, the structure of an EIAS. Guidance o n the contents of
each chapter and its sections are also provided in Part 1 .
96 PART 1- GUIDANCE ON THE CONTENTS OF EIA SUMMARY

Guidance on t he contents of EIAS is provided below:
EIAS COVER PAGE AND CONTENTS LIST

The report text shall be preceded by:
(i) Cover/Title Page
(ii) QA s heet with date of issue, revision number, name of author, reviewer and approver
(iii) Table of Contents with links to each heading a nd sub-heading
(iv) List of Ab breviations
(v) List of Tables
(vi) List of Figures
(vii) List of Engineering Plans / Maps
(viii) List of Annexes
1. CHAPTER ON INTRODUCTION
The Introduction shall comprise:
• General Project Description;
• Statement of Need for t he Project;
• Project Alternatives and Preferred Option; and
• Information o n External Project Funding (where applicable).
General Project Description
This Section shall provide a general description of the proposed Project, including information on the nature,
size and location of the Project, its processes, products, services as appropriate, and the land/water uses of the
surrounding areas. This information shall be supported by:
• Project Affection Plan and approved Final Master Plan; and
• Clear, to scale and informative maps and figures showing the Project location and its immediate
surroundings.
Statement of Need for Project

This Section shall give a clear statement on why the Project is needed, its compatibility with the Federal and
Emirate development strategies, programmes and plans. It shall present the long term social and economic
benefits to the Emirate and society on the whole, which call for an overriding public interest when significant
adverse negative impacts with little potential for prevention and/or mitigation are predicted.
Project Alternatives and Preferred Option

This Section shall clearly state the Project alternatives (e.g. nature, location, size) or individual elements of the
Project (i.e. design, processes), which were considered in order to identify the preferred alternative option, and
link this with the justification for its Statement of Need. The likely significant impacts and feasible prevention
/ mitigation / compensation measures for each identified Project alternative shall be presented, as shall the
reasoning for eliminating each option.
The "Do-Nothing" Option

The "Do-Nothing" option (i.e. no proposed development at the proposed location or elsewhere) and its long 97
term social, economic and environmental consequences shall also be briefly discussed.
2. CHAPTER ON THE EIA PROJECT TEAM
This Chapter shall provide information on:

• The OM-ED-registered environmental consultancy firm undertaking the EIA study;
• The EIA Project Team Leader and team members, by name; their respective field of expertise, and the
corresponding module or area of study assigned to each ("key deliverable");
• The name(s) of OM-ED-registered sub-consultant(s), the scope of their works in the EIA study (e.g.
environmental baseline surveys), proven experience, and OM-accreditation details;
• When required, the name of the EIAC-accredited laboratories that will be commissioned for the
analyses of environmental samples during the baseline surveys with the accreditation details.
3. CHAPTER ON THE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT AND PROJECT SITE
This Chapter shall clearly present all the available information on the proposed Project and its location, with
as much detail as possible, provided on GIS maps (where relevant), on the following elements of the proposed
Project:
• The proposed Project's location, delineation of Project boundaries, and planning status shall be
explained; copy of Affection Plan and Master Plan to be included;
• Description of the nature of the proposed Project (e.g. residential, commercial, mixed, industrial);
• The size (spatial coverage) of the proposed Project, in relation to the surrounding developments/land
uses shall be given;
• Description of the nature of the existing land use(s) and expected changes at the location of the
proposed Project;
• The proposed Project's immediate surroundings and its proximity to sensitive land uses or areas of
environmental importance and protection status within the Emirate of Dubai shall be identified; this
information shall be supported by high quality, clear and informative maps (to scale), figures and
photos;
• For proposed Projects that are adjacent orvery close to the borders ofthe Emirate of Dubai, information
on land use(s) across the borders shall be provided;
• The phases of Project development and construction, supported by a Project works schedule shall be
explained; the footprint of the construction works shall be clearly provided;
• A detailed description of major construction works, such as deep excavations, temporary dewatering,
land excavation and anticipated volumes of earth material associated with such works shall be given;
available or most probable Method Statements shall be included in this Chapter;
• The proposed Project layout showing:
o The major utilities and infrastructure (e.g. permanent artificial water bodies, roads, bridges within
the footprint of the proposed Project);
o The locations of air emissions sources and effluent discharge outfalls.
• Description of the services, technologies, products, waste stream associated with the construction
and operational phases of the proposed Project, including site clearance prior to construction (where
relevant);
98 • (Where applicable) A comprehensive description of the Project operational processes, process
flowchart, types and quantities of raw materials, production capacity, energy and water requirements,
material balance, and water balance shall be provided;
• The information pertaining to waste streams (air, water, hazardous waste, solid waste, soil), shall need
to be provided;
• The anticipated major sources of air, soil and water contamination or disturbance to wildlife (e.g.
noise and light) and built environment (i.e. existing buildings, infrastructure) shall be identified and
described in detail;
• Description of the existing legitimate uses by natives, residents and tourists at the proposed Project
area and its surrounding areas;
• Total capital cost; and
• (Where applicable) Ifthe proposed Project is externally funded, the name ofthe funding organisation(s)
(e.g. World Bank/lFC), and any environmental protection requirements ofthe funding organisation, in
addition to these guidelines, which the EIA study needs to comply with shall be explained.
4. CHAPTER ON THE EIA STUDY PROCESS

Scoping In and Out of Environmental Resources
This Chapter shall provide a description of the Scoping In and Out of exercise. The purpose of this exercise is
to identify which environmental resources are not within the Project site, in its immediate surroundings nor,
for very obvious reasons, are likely to be impacted upon as a result of the proposed Project. Any environmental
resources that falls in this category shall be Scoped Out of the environmental impact study. This exercise shall
also include trans-boundary environmental resources.
The conclusion on Scoping Out an environmental resource needsto be fully justified. Any environmental resource
that is not listed as Scoped Out is therefore identified as a Scoped In resource and it shall be studied in the EIAS.
Where there is no obvious reason to justify Scoping Out an environmental resource, this resource shall be
subject to the EIAS.
The environmental resources to be subject to the Scoped In and Out exercise for the purposes of the EIAS are
as follows:
Geology, Hydro-geology, Geomorphology
Oceanography, Hydrodynamic Regime, Coastal Processes
Climatic Conditions, Climate Change and Air Quality
Noise and Vibration
Land Uses, Soil and Groundwater
Water Uses, Water and Sediment Quality
Aquatic Ecology and Nature Conservation
Terrestrial Ecology and Nature Conservation
Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
Amenities, Tourism and Recreation
Utilities and Infrastructure
Waste Generation and Management
Sustainability 99
Other Environmental Resources/Assets/Issues
Environmental Resources Data Collection

This shall give a brief description of the type of sources, which were sought to obtain data on the Scoped In
environmental resources; such sources can include:
• Review of Existing data and pertinent publications
• Observations, sightings, and photographs
• Consultation findings
• Anecdotal evidence
Review of Existing Data

The review of the available environmental data (e.g. secondary baseline data) is primarily a desk-top study. This
Section ofthe EIAS shall clearly identify the available data that was included in the description ofthe Scoped In
environmental resources and the impacts prediction exercises. Available environmental data can be referred to
by title of publication, name(s) of author(s), date, and source of publication.
The validity of and confidence level on existing data for the purposes of the qualitative impacts prediction
shall need to be clea rly stated in t his Section. Data that is older than 5 years shall not be deemed valid for
t he EIA study. The available relevant data that is 5 years old or less may be accepted provided that t he data is
still representative of the current site condition, there are no obvious environmental contamination within the
project plot, and no significant change in the land-use within the vicinity is observed. Justification as to why it
is assumed to be representative data should be provided.
Where maps, drawings and photographs from available data are to be used in the EIA study, t hese shall be
included and shall be of good quality and easy to read.
EIA Methodology
This Section shall clearly present t he approach that was followed in order to:
• Predict (qualitatively) the impacts on each of the Scoped In environmental resources from the
proposed Project;
• Where applicable, highlight the potential for cumulative impacts on each of t he Scoped In environmental
resources from t he proposed Project in combination with other planned, (and soon to be implemented)
Projects adjacent to t he proposed Project site;
• Identify t he magnitude and assess the significance of impacts, cumulative im pacts included
• Identify environmental risks and hazards; and
• Identify pertinent measures to prevent, mitigate against and compensate for (in that order) all
significant impacts and r isks.
Where relevant, t he indirect/secondary impacts (i.e. triggered by a direct/primary impact) shall also be studied
in t he EIA.
This Section shall also clearly identify a nd explain the limitations of t he EIA study for which assumptions have
to be made. The limitations may include, but not limited to, t he level of information on the proposed Project
available at t he t ime of t he study, constraints in obtaining available baseline data, and limitations on the im pacts
prediction a nd assessment process.
5. CHAPTER ON THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT, IMPACTS, MITIGATION, RESIDUAL IMPACTS

Description of t he Scoped In Environmental Resources
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This Section shall entail t he descriptions ofall Scoped In environmental resourcesand built environmenta laspects;
the descriptions shall be based on the data that is obtained t hrough available data review, t he consultation
findings, and EIA team's site visit observations; all shall be included in t he References & Bibliogra phy list, and
shall be clearly referenced accordingly in the text, where relevant.
The description of each environmental resource in this Section needs to be as complete as possible using
such infor mation from existing data s ources so as to compre hensively and com pletely describe t he following
characteristics of the environmental resource, and relate them to t he impacts prediction:
• The main characteristics (biotic, abiotic, built environment);
• The land and water uses (roads, waterways, industrial discharges ur ban a nd rural areas);
• The environmental quality status (surface and groundwater, sediment, air, soil, biodiversity);
• The p revailing regime/situation (local climate, hydrodynamic, flushing);
• The protection/conservation status (protected national sites/habitats/species; internationally
recognised protection status);
• The h uman environment (culture, heritage, amenities, recreation, tourism);
• Utilities (existing cables pipelines, sewage & drainage networks);
• Waste management (existing management at Project site); and
• Any other environmental information including Sustaina bility plans, program mes pe rt inent to the site
and character of t he proposed Project.
The information on all Scoped In environmental resources shall be presented, as much as possible, on maps that
are easy to read, accurately scaled and oriented; GIS maps are preferred. Maps and drawings shall be presented
in A3 size.
Prediction and Assessment of Environmental Impacts
The potential impacts during the construction and operational phases of the proposed Project on each one of
the Scoped In environmental resources shall be reflecting the Method Statements and Project activities/works
and their sequence as described in the Chapter on the Detailed Descriptions of the Proposed Project and Site.
The impacts prediction and assessment information to be provided in this Section shall entail the following:
• A clear description of the nature of the most probable impacts, and the cause-pathway-effect
relationship between the Project's planned activities and the potentially impacted environmental
resources for all Project phases; the impacts within and outside the construction and operational
footprints of the proposed Project, including cumulative and trans-boundary impacts (if applicable)
shall be clearly identified;
• The methodology followed to accurately predict and evaluate impacts;
• Spatial presentation of the area where impacts (both direct and indirect) in relation to the proposed
Project's construction and operational footprints;
• The nature of the impact in terms of direct or indirect (i.e. secondary), reversibility, long or short term,
local or regional or trans-boundary (if applicable); and
• The significance of the identified impact; impacts shall be identified as negligible, minor, moderate,
major adverse or beneficial.
Cumulative Impacts
Environmental resources have a capacity to accommodate changes; single changes can be more easily
accommodated than multiple. For this reason, the EIAS shall also discuss the potential for and nature of
cumulative impacts from the proposed Project and planned Projects. The area of impacts to be considered shall 101
include the areas of both direct and indirect cumulative impacts.
The information on the most probable cumulative impacts shall be supported by a clear description of the
factors leading to the cumulative nature of impacts.
Prevention, Mitigation and Compensation Measures

The measures to prevent, mitigate against or compensate for, preferably in that order; the identified significant
impacts including the cumulative impacts shall be clearly described in this Section.
This Section shall also include information on how the identified prevention measures shall be in place at the
start of the works/operations and before any of the predicted impacts are realised.
For the predicted significant impacts during the proposed Project's operational phase, all relevant and feasible
technology, techniques, equipment, processes and procedures, which will prevent and/or mitigate them shall be
outlined.
It is possible that at the time ofthe EIA study there is limited information on the construction methods available.
Where this is the case, reference to previous experience or information on measures, proven to be effective,
from similar Projects shall be made. Where such infor mation can be available, it is expected to be fully utilised.
Where impacts cannot be prevented or mitigated but feasible compensation measure(s) can be implemented,
these shall be discussed in this Section. Where compensation is not feasible either, a full explanation shall be
provided and the significance for the impacted environme ntal resource shall be fully discussed.
The implementation of all identified measures, the implementation schedule, the responsible entity for the
implementation, corrective measures, supervision, monitoring effectiveness, auditing and reporting shall be
clearly identified and stated in this Section.
The description of and discussion on all feasible measures is expected to be informative and constructive so
that it forms the basis for the development of the Construction Environmental Control Plan (CECP) as may be
required by the concerned DM-ED Section.
Environmental Enhancement
Any environmental enhancement opportunities that the proposed Project presents, shall also be presented and
discussed. The latter shall also be re-iterated in the conclusions and recommendations section of t he EIAS.
Residual and Unavoidable Impacts

It is possible that, following implementation of prevention and/or mitigation measures, certain impacts still
remain, most likely at a lesser magnitude and spatial extent. These residual impacts are usually accepted as part
of the unavoidable changes to environmental resources due to a proposed Project.
It is also possible that certain impacts cannot be prevented at all.

For these reasons, both the residual (post-mitigation) and unavoidable impacts shall be identified and discussed
for all Project phases; where relevant, the discussion shall make references to the legal requirements/limits
(numerical standards), as identified in the Chapter on Legal Framework. The residual and unavoidable impacts
shall be characterised in the same way as the pre-mitigation impacts (i.e. minor, moderate or major).
6. CHAPTER ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLANS

This Chapter shall present a framework of an Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP) for all
proposed Project phases.
The Framework EMMP shall include information on:

• The environmental resources expected to be impacted as per the EIA study;
102 • The mitigation measures, a nd corrective actions to be taken when measures fail to reach the protection
objective;
• The monitoring plans, required to monitor:
o The effectiveness of the prevention and/or mitigation measures;
o The residual impacts and impacts on the environmental resources that are unavoidable or cannot
be mitigated;
• Waste collection and disposal management plan;
• Inspection and auditing programmes;
• Roles and responsibilities for the effective implementation and management of the measures and
monitoring plans;
• A mechanism for reporting, monitoring and auditing results;
• Environmental induction and training program for construction and operation workers and
management;
• External communications with regulators and interested parties/stakeholders.
Monitoring programmes for each Project phase shall be developed with as much detailed information as possible,
and included in this Chapter; the monitoring plans shall include, but not limited to, the following:
• The monitoring objectives to determine the effectiveness of the identified preventive/mitigation
measures;
• In situ and ex situ environmental parameters to be monitored and the trigger levels to initiate
investigations and remedial actions;
• Sampling design, methodology and equipment for measurement, data management & analysis,
equipment calibration;
• An outline figure of the sampling locations reflecting anticipated impacts and sensitive receptors/
targets; monitoring locations shown on clear maps/drawings;
• The duration and frequency of monitoring, with justification where possible (e.g. seasonal monitoring);
• The type and frequency ofthe reporting mechanism on the monitoring results (i.e. real time or periodic
report submission or both); and
• The organisational structure of the Environmental Management Team, that is the responsible entity
to undertake the monitoring plan and supervise/audit the monitoring team.
7. CHAPTER ON THE EIA CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The EIA study conclusions can be presented in this Chapter as Project Environmental Matrices for both the
Project Construction and Operational Phases; references to the relevant Sections and Sub-sections (by number)
of the Chapters on the EIA Study Process and the Existing Environment, Impacts, Mitigation, Residual Impacts,
shall feature in each matrix, as appropriately.
Each Matrix shall comprise the following:

• Planned works/activities/operations of the proposed Project;
• All Scoped In environmental resources within and around the proposed Project's site that were studied
in t he EIA;
• Predicted impacts;
• Identified measures;
• Residual impacts;
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• Recommended monitoring activity, identifying monitoring frequency and referencing drawings of
monitoring locations; and
• Environmental enhancement opportunities.
Both Project Construction and Operational Environmental Matrices could be prepared early on in the EIA study
to serve as a road map to the identification exercise of cause-path-impact, and as the impacts identification
and assessment study develops they can be populated accordingly to include the identified measures, residual
impacts and monitoring plans.
An example of either matrix is given in Table 7.1 below.
Table 7.1 Example of a Construction Environmental Matrix
Planned Risk of Impact

Environmental Residual
Activity & Impacts happening (Low, Prevention Mitigation Compensation Monitoring
Resource Impacts
Works* Medium, High)
**Pre-Construction Site preparation works (where applicable) to be included and identified in the Matrix
8. CHAPTER ON THE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT

This Chapter of the EIAS shall include the statement of commitment to the implementation of the EIA
requirements; this statement can be prepared by either the Project Owner or by the appointed Environmental
Consultant.
The statement of commitment shall particularly highlight the EIA recommendations for:
• The p referred identified prevention/mitigation or com pensation measures;
• Corrective actions in the event t hat measures prove ineffective; and
• Monitoring plans for all phases of t he Project.
ANNEXES
The detailed description ofthe scope and results of all baseline surveys, if required, shall be included in the EIAS
as Technical Appendices.
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
All of the data sources (available data, research papers and conference publications, periodical articles, working
group reports, guidelines, other published EIA studies, Environmental Legislation and Regulations, Decrees,
International Conventions and Agreements) shall be listed in the Bibliography and References List of the EIAS.
PART 2 - CHECKLIST FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT IN PREPARATION FOR THE

SUBMISSION OF AN EIAS
The Table 1 below provides a checklist which needs to be accomplished by t he Environmental Consultant in
preparation of an EIAS for the purposes of applying for an Environmental Cleara nce. This Checklist shall be
dated, signed and stamped by t he Environmental Consultant, and s hall be submitted together with t he EIAS.
Table 1: EIAS Contents Checklist

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D General description of Project; Affection Plan; Master Plan; clear, to scale and informative figures showing Project location and
surrounding areas
D Statement of need; Advantages and disadvantages to the natural and built environment, and local economy; Social benefits
Consideration, information on:
□ • Alternatives to the proposed project (i.e. type, location)
□ • Alternatives to individual elements (le. process/technology/techniques) of the Project
□ • Major environmental aspects and significant environmental impacts for each alternative
□ • "Do Nothing" option

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D The EIA Project Team Leader and team members, by name; their respective field of expertise, and the corresponding module
or area of study assigned to each ("key deliverable")
D The name(s) of DM-ED registered sub-consultant(s) and their respective study scope for the EIA; proven experience, and
OM-accreditation details
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Nature, size and location of the Project; the nature of the existing land use(s) and expected changes at the location of the
proposed Project
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Description of immediate surroundings and its proximity to sensitive land uses or areas of environmental importance and
protection status within the Emirate of Dubai, and across the borders (as applicable)
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(When applicable) Operational phase processes/activities, environmental aspects (details), waste stream and disposal
options, pollutants/disturbances from planned and unplanned activities
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Description of existing scoped in environmental resources (air, soil, water, shoreline, waterways), land and water uses within
proposed Project location and surrounding areas
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D Detailed, to scale and easy to read maps and drawing showing the spatial distribution of environmental resources and
environmental sensitivities within and adjacent to the proposed Project
D Justification on confidence level for qualitative impact assessment
D A description of the likely effects/ impacts of the proposed Project
D Description of feasible mitigation measures to prevent/mitigate against/compensate measures
D Acknowledgment of potential for and description of most probable residual impacts

Outline EMMP:
□ • Scope and objectives of the project-wide environmental monitoring programmes
□ • Roles and responsibilities for effective implementation and management
□ • Mechanism for reporting monitoring and auditing results
□ • External communications with regulators and interested parties
Identification of environmental standards for the monitoring programme to include monitoring of:
□ • Cumulative impacts
□ • Residual impacts
Concise information on:
□ • Proposed Project characteristics
□ • Environmental resources and associated significant impacts
□ • Identified measures to prevent, mitigate, compensate for impacts
• Recommendations for monitoring:
□ o The effectiveness of measures
□ o Impacts, including cumulative and residual
□ o Environmental enhancement opportunities
EIA matrix with scoped in environmental resources, project activities/works, impacts, mitigation, monitoring
Statement of commitment on the EIAS recommendations on:
D • The preferred identified prevention/mitigation or compensation measures
D • Corrective actions in the event that measures prove ineffective
D • Monitoring plans for all phases of the Project
D References/Bibliography
D Relevant engineering drawings
D Appointed Environmental Consultants' (Vs, portfolio of Project experience, etc
D Project Owner's Dubai License (for private companies)
Inclusive of all above requested information for the Competent Authority to reach a clear understanding of the Project's:
D • Significant impacts
D • Recommended measures and monitoring programmes

D • Roles and responsibilities and commitments
D Compliant with the EIAS Guidance in contents and structure
D Clarity of written language and submission of a complete document
D Clarity of graphics, text and tables
NAME OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANCY

DATE
STAMP AND SIGNATURE
Annex4
Part 1
Guidance on the Requirements for Air, Noise, Odour Baseline
Survey & Modelling, and Separation Distance
Air Quality and Odour Baseline Survey
1 . Air quality and odour baseline measurement shall be carried out following international best practices or
standard methods established by recognised international bodies.
2. Only laboratories accredited by the EIAC for t he particular task and parameters shall be engaged for air and
odour baseline measurement.
3. Detection limits of instruments, analysers or internationally accepted methods shall be below corresponding
statutory or adopted allowable limits of pollutants in ambient air and odour to allow suitable assessment
(Refer to Table 3).
4. Existing weather and air quality information in t he proximity of the site must be screened and reviewed to
obtain representative data using appropriate and acceptable instruments.
5. Baseline measurement shall consider the followi ng criteria:
a. Measurement shall be done at upwind, downwind and crosswind of emission sources;
b. Measurement shall be done at the fenceline or close to the boundary of t he sensitive receptors that are
likely to be impacted; and
c. The duration of measurement s hall be based on the respective statutory averaging time (hourly, daily,
8-hour) of each parameter.
6. A minimum of three (3) survey locations from the upwind, downwind and crosswind of the prevailing 111
wind direction is required. Depending on the Project (i.e. type of emission, magnitude of emission, Project
footprint, sensitivity of t he area, etc.), however, additional number of locatio ns may be required to cover
variable wind directions and sensitive receptors.
7. The minimum required parameters to be measured and corresponding averaging period for each Project
type are presented in Table 1 and Table 2. Additional parameters a nd longer survey period may be required
depending o n the scope ofthe proposed Project, the type and magnitude of emissions, the sensitivity ofthe
nearby receptors, and any atmospheric dispersion modelling requirement.
8. All relevant data including temperature, wind speed, wind directions, site conditions a nd activities, nearby
emissions sources shall be recorded t hroughout t he baseline survey period and shall be appended in the
EIAR/EIAS.
9. Survey should be done under typical or normal weather conditions (i.e. not during dust storm event s). Any
data (i.e. PM and TSP) measured at wind speeds of more than 5 m/s shall be invalidated.
10. Results must be reported at t he same averaging time of the relevant limits.
11. A Qual ity Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program must be in place that covers equipment maintenance;
calibration; sample handling, storage and transport; and data verification.
Noise Measurement
1. Noise measurement shall be car ried out following international best practices or standard methods
established by recognised international bodies.
2. Noise measurement must be undertaken with the following considerations:
a. Noise measurement must be undertaken employing a Class 1 sound level meter. The sound level meter
must be calibrated at least 2 years by a calibration laboratory and field performance shall be checked with
a portable sound level calibrator before and after each measureme nt .
b. The measurement should be taken outdoor or inside affected property. The sound level meter should
be at least 1.2 - 1.5 meters above the ground, floor or building and should be no less than 3.5 meters
from any reflective surface such as walls or buildings. When it is not possible to locate at 3.5 meters, the
preferred position shall be more than 1-meter from any reflective wall.
c. Where measurement is made inside any habitable room of the noise affected residential premises and
a window or door is the major transmission path for the noise, measurements shall be taken with the
window or door fully opened and fully closed to obtain an estimate of noise level difference.
3. Survey locations shall be chosen based on the following criteria:
a. Location of existing or future noise sources;
b. Background noise which is not much influenced by emission sources; and
c. Topography between noise sources and noise sensitive receivers.
4. Unless otherwise specified in Table 1 and Table 2, a minimum of four (4) survey locations and 15-minute
measurement period in each location are required during daytime and nighttime, weekdays and weekend.
The minimum 15-minute averaging time is applicable only for constant noise levels. In case of erratic,
impulse and other types of noise, the measurement time shall be prolonged for a minimum of 12 hours
during daytime and nighttime. Additional survey locations and longer measurement interval may be required
depending on the nature and characteristic of noise emissions (e.g. type, time of occurrence, the sensitivity
of the surrounding receptors, and any noise modelling requirement).
5. Noise survey should be carried out on a day with calm to gentle breeze represented by wind speeds not
more than 5 m/s. In case of highwinds, the microphone shall be protected with windscreen.
6. All relevant data including wind speed, site activities, and noise sources shall be recorded throughout the
baseline survey period and shall be appended in the EIAR/EIAS.
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7. Noise levels shall be reported as A-weighting and equivalent continuous sound level (Leq) to assess
compliance with the Federal allowable limits including Lmax, Lmin, LS, L95, L90 for source noise and
background assessment.
8. A Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program must be in place that covers equipment maintenance,
calibration, and data verification.
Table 1: Minimum Baseline Air and Noise Survey, and Modelling Requirements for EIAR
Explo-ation and extrattion projects,

manufacturing and re~manufacturing,
storage.and transport and selingof
oil and gas,. and all it is derivatives
(like benzene, diesel, oils. & grease,
as example but not asa Gmitation)
induding: the related e quipment and
facilities
Forwast~o--@nergy:
NO"' $02, CO, 0 1,
PM:D' TSP, tv\etals
(Cd, Hg, As. C,, Cu,
Pb, Mn, N 0, Add
Gas<s (HCI, HF), voe.
Dioxins/Furan.s (7-
dc1y continuous)
Reverse OSri10$is (RO) plant (With

abstraction ofsaline goundwater
or coastal aquifu, and/or discharge
tosoil and/or pumping into the
aquHu)
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Projects for the use of underground
water resources including exploration,
extraction, transpOrtation, manufacture,
storage and inj«tiOn, and the related
fadities and equipment used
Excavation pits for burial materials If NSR is present within 300

needed f0< roads (Located inside 01" PM,~ TSP (7-day m from plot boundary: At least
near (within 1 km) a protected or continuous) 15-min measurement period
environmentally sensitive areas] o.,e r day and night
Maintenarice of roads and bridges
[Locatedinside or near (within 1
km) a protected or environmentaly
sensitive areas)
PM,~ TSP (7-day Continuous nCMSe for a period
Railways, trains and metro Noise modellingC
continuous) of at least 7 days
Raiway projects Trams [located in.s.ideor near
PMlO" TSP (7---day Continuous noise for a period
(within 1 km) a prc:ttcted or
continuous) of at least 7 days
environmentally sensitive area.sJ
Development of a new harbour(s)
or terminal(s) or marina or
modification of an existing harbour
or marina in coastal zone (lnduding
rock y,orl(s, capital dredging or
excavation, quay walls. redamation)
Por~ opening and deepening the
marine channels, bridges and marine
tunnels, marine projects or that require
marine drilingor reclamation
Developmentof promenade or new

marina or modifkation ofexisting
marina in Creek or waterways
(including floating pontoons
with mooring syste~ piles
supporting platforms.quay walls,
revetment) With any reclamation
or encroachment into the sea or
waterways
Effluent-<lischarging outf:aUs
(thermal di,gcharge, brine,
hypersaline water, recyded water,
storm water or groundwater, etc:.)
and Storm water or groundwater
with discharge rates greate r than
2.0-m'l/sec
Coastal stabilization (induding If NSR is present within 300
revetment, ~ ~ breakwaters, m from plot boundary: At least
seawalls, artifidal reefs. beach 15-min measurement period
EstabUshlngany kind ofactivities and reclamation, dredging, etc:.} over dayand nlght
facilities on the islands and the coasts Development of an artificial If NSR is prt5ent within 300
including the f11fing of thecoasts and island(s) or peninsula$ (land PM.,. TSP (7-day m from plot boundary: At least
114 theedge s ofthe islands re clamation, beaches, rock works, continuous} 15-min measurement period
and quay waUs) over dayand night
Sub-,marine pipelines
Offshore c.apital dredging and/ If NSR is present within 300
ordisposal (sand dredgingfrom m from plot boundary: At least
borrow areas, disposalof dredged 15-min measurement period
material} over day and night
If NSR is present within 300
Temporary or permanent
m from plot boundary: At least
causeway(s) (including rock works,
15-min measurement period
reclamation)
over day and night
Reduced Sulphur If NSR is present within 300

Sewer lines {With discharge to th@
compounds (H, S. methyl m from plot boundary. At least Odou,
sea or waterways or with sewage
mercaptans. DMS, DMDS}, 15-min measurement period rnodelling',c
pumpingstations)
NH1 (24-hr continuous) over day and night
Sewage /rainwater 6nes
Dratnage or storm water/rainwater
m from plot boundary. At least
lines {With discharge to the sea or
1S~min measurement period
waterways)
over day and night
If N.SR is present within 300
Drinking water lines (Locate d inside
or near (within 1 km) a protected
or environmentalty sensitive areas]
over day and night
Drlnking water/ cooUng lines
CooGng foes [Located inside or
near (within 1 km}a protected or
15-min meas..irement period
environmentally sensitive areas]
over dayand night
Onshore pipefines for th@transport If NSR is present within 300
of oil, natural gas or petroc~mical m from plot boundary: At least
Gas/ oa 6nes
products ( In new oifield or pipeline 15-min measurement period
corridor) over dayand night
Irrigation networks [With di:sdlarge
to the sea or waterways or loc.ated
m from plot boundary. At least
Irrigation networks inside or near (within 1 km) a
prote cted or e nvlronmentaly
over dayand night
sensitive areas]
High voltage overhead poNer
transmission ~ne s[Loeated inside ✓
Ov@rhead poNer transmission 6nes
or near (within 1 km) a protected
or environmentally sensitive areas]
Ground cables (located inside or
Ground cables ne ar (within 1 km) a protected or
over day and nlght
Utaities or service lines within the
rightof theway [ Located inside or
near (within 1 km) a protected or
envlronmentally .sensitive areas]
Coofing plants (With intake

or outfall pipelines in the .sea
or waterways. or with RO that
discharges to the ~nd/soil or
into the groundwater/aquifer}
toWlllK
NOx, SO,,CO, o,
PMmo TSP, Metals
Projects of waste disposal (Regardless (Cd, TI, Hg. Sb, As, C<,
of the method used, dumping or Co,Cu, Pb, Mn. Ni, Sn,
incineration or others),whethe r the V), Add Gas,s ( Hq
waste is solid or .semi- :solid a ga~ HF), VOC, llio,<lns/
ha:zardous or non- hazardou5i, munidpal Furans(7-day
or industrialor medical induding sites, continuous}
fad hies, e quipme nt and transportation For hazardrus
related to them and medical waste
incineration: NOx, 115
S02, CO, O:V PM1 a
TSP, Metals (Cd, Tl,
Hg. Sb, As, C,, Co, w,
Pb, Mn, Ni, Sn, V},
Add Gas,s (Hq HF),
VOC. Dioxins/Furans
(7-day continuous}
Projects ofwaste handling (Regardless
of the method used, dumping or
incineration or others},whether the
waste is solid or semi- solid a ga~
h.uardous or non- hazardou.si, municipal
or industrialor medical including sites,
fadlitil:5, equipment and transportation
related to the m
Newresidential, commercial or
mixed-use community devebpment
Of1 the coast (Adjac:ent or within
100-m from a beach, with
permanent discharge to the sea or
waterways. or buikting(s) regardless
of height with a marina component]
New horizontal residentia~
commercial or mixed'""llse
community development not If NSR is present within 300
NO,... SO,, CO, Ov
on t:h@coast [W'rth permanent m from plot boundary: At least
PM,~ TSP (24-hr
discharge to the sea or waterways 1S-min measurement period
c:ontinuou.s}
or located inside or near (within 1 Oler day and nid'tt
km) a protected or environmentally
sensitive areas]
Newvertical residentia~ commercial
or mixed-.u.se community
development not on the coast
[Loc-.ated inside or near (within 1
km} a protected or environmentaUy
sensitive areas, or with permanent
disdiarge to the sea orwaterways]
Industrial est.ate~ park, dty or

complex (Adjacent or within 100-m
from a mean se.a level shorefine,
with water intake cw- permanMt
outfall to the sea or waterways,. or
with marina component)
Project that is expected to alter the

entertainment, recreational and
service nature ofthe surrounding
are.as [Loated inside or near
(within 1 km) a protected or
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With fossil fuel

combustion source!
NO,t, so co, o
1, With
incinerator. NOx. 5021
CO, 0 11 PME' TSP,
Metals (Cd, T\ Hg,
Sb, As, Cr, Co, Cu, Pb,
Mn, Ni Sn, V), Ac;d
Gases (HO, HF), VOC,
Dioxins/Furans (24-
hr continuous}
NO:.:, so,, CO, 0 1,
PM.,. TSP, Metals
(Cd, Tl, Hg, Sb, As, C,, If NSR is present within 300
Co, Cu, Pb, Mn, Ni, Sn, m from plot OOUndary: At least Air dispersion
V}, Ac,! Gases (Hq l S-min measurement period modeling'
HF), VOC. Dioxins/ over day and night
Furans (?~day
continuous)
Notes:
• NSR - Noise Sensitive Receivers
• A · Air or odour dispersion modelling should be undertaken employing AERMOD or CALPUFF model, preferably BREEZE software. All modeling
native files should be provided with the EIA submission in a format compatible with BREEZE.
- Noise modelling should be undertaken employing SoundPLAN model.
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• c - Modelling will be required depending on the sensitivity of the Project location in relation to affected receptors.
• The EPSS reserves the right to include/ exclude any of the above requirements on case-by-case basis.
Table 2: Minimum Baseline Air and Noise Survey, and Modelling Requirements for EIAS
Explaation and extraction projects.,

manufacturingand re-manufacturing,
storag@. and transport and selingof
oil and gas, andall it isderivatives
( like benzeM, diesel, oHs & grease,
as e)(3mp/e but notasa 1imitation)
induding the related equipment and
facilities
Ports, opening and deepening the

marine c:hanne5t bridgesand marine
tunnels, marine projects. or that require
marine drHling or reclamation
Developme nt of prome nade or new
marina or modifitation of l!!leistlng
marina inCre@kor waterways
(including floating pontoonswith
mooringsystem~ piles supporting
platforms, quay walls, revettMnt)
- Without any redamation o.
encroadi.ment lnto the sea or
waterwiJ'fS
ModificatOn of existing matiM
In the coastal zone {including
replacement or repairs toexisting
floating pOntOOns and mooring
system)- Ma-e than 10 no. of
berthsor slipsor without any rock
YiOrks. dredging or reclamation
Est..lblishingany ldnd ofactivitk!s and

faditi4!5. on the islands and the coasts 117
including the filling of the coasts and
the edgesof the ISiands
Newr esidential, commerdal or

mixed~use community devebpment
on the coast [With dosed man
made lagoons,without permanent
discharge to the sea or wate.ways.
or without coastal mmpment [e.g.
beachi<dew,bped i,yothers)J
New horizontal residentiai
commerdal or mixed- use
community devebpment not on
the coast {With dosed man-made
lagoons or without water lntake
a permanent outfall to these.a or
wate rways)
New vertical residentia~ commercial
or mi)(ed-usecommunity
development not on the coast
{WithdMed man-made lagoons or
without water intake or permanent
outfall to the sea or waterways)
Industrial estates, park, dty or
complt'JC (With dosed man-made NOx, so,, CO, o,
m &om plot boundary: At least
lagoons or without water intake PMu:, TSP (24-hr
er permanent outfall to the sea or continuous)
Oler day and niitit
wate,w
Projects that expected to affect Golf course {Newand withrut If NSR is present within 300
NO)(,SO,.co,o,,.
heritage, hista-y, entertainment,, water disdiarges to the sea or m from plot boundary:At least
PM10" TSP (24-hr
scie ntlfc., culturaland service nature waterways, or with closed man- 15-min measurement period
continuous)
located around them made lagoons) Oler day and niglt
Notes:
• NSR • Noise Sensitive Receivers
• SR • Sensitive Receptor
• The EPSS reserves the right to include/ exclude any of the above requirements on case-by-case basis.
Table 3: Reference Standards
Parameter Reference Standards
Ambient Air Quality Standards, UAE Cabinet Decree No. (12) of 2006 Concerning the
SO2, CO, NO2 , 0 3, TSP, PM 10, Pb
Protection of Air from Pollution
H, S WHO Air Quality Guideline (7 µg/m 3, 30-min averaging time)
NH3 US NIH (30 µg/m 3, 30-min averaging time)
All other air parameters Ontario's Ambient Air Quality Criteria
Allowable Limits for Noise Level in Different Areas, UAE Cabinet Decree No. (12) of 2006
Noise
Concerning the Protection of Air from Pollution
EMF International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP)
Recommended Separation Distance

Any Project that is likely to be affected by activities that create or are potential to create significant adverse impacts
(e.g. EMF, odour) must be sited on appropriate location according to the applicable land use zoning regulations and
with adequate buffer or separation distance. The sensitivity of the receptors at the Project from either existing or
planned activity, should be taken into consideration when providing suitable buffer or separation distance. The types,
sensitivity, and description of sensitive receptors are provided in Table 4.
Table 4- Description and Features of Sensitive Receptors Area
Sensitivity and (Type of Area) Description and Features of the Receptors Area
• Protected areas for conservation of national or international importance
High • Water supply reserves
118 (Type 1 Area) • Hospitals and school premises
• High density residential block (according to land use classification), town center
• Vital utilities such as electricity and energy sources, natural wealth reserves, and state-
protected economic zones
Moderate
• Light density residential blocks (according to land use classification), public parks
(Type 2 Area)
• Natural body of water
• Place of cultural heritage
• Commercial buildings, offices, and other public areas
Light
• Food products manufacturing premises
(Type 3 Area)
• Agricultural crops farmland
Marginal • Industrial
(Type 4 Area) • Animal farmland but without dairy or meat food products processing
The provision of adequate buffer or separation distance will not only minimise the impact on sensitive receptors
within a proposed Project, but most importantly, pre-empts any future conflicts that may arise due to harmful effects
of electromagnetic field (EMF), noise, malodour, and other emissions and/or harmful discharges to the environment.
Any Project that wi ll be located near facilities that generate odour or EMF emissions is recommended to provide a
buffer or separation distance in accordance with the local and international best practices. The assessment on the
provision of buffer zone or separation d istance should be integrated with the air impact assessment in the EIA study.
Annex4
Part 2
Guidance on Coastal and Marine Numerical
Model Simulations for Quantitative EIA Studies
These guidelines set the requirements for scoping and undertaking coastal model simulation studies in support
of quantitative EIA studies, and presenting the results in an EIAR. Their purpose, therefore, is to serve as a
reference for the Consultant to the expectations of OM-ED on the data requirements, contents, calibration and
deliverables of coastal model simulations.
If it becomes necessary to deviate from or omit part(s) of the requirements, a detailed explanation and
justification on the integrity of the results and their significance for the quantitative impact prediction for the
EIA study shall be provided in the modelling study report and in the relevant section within the EIAR.
The approach to the coastal modelling study shall at the very least follow the guidance specified in Sections
1.1 - 1.6 that follow.
1.1 Coastal Modelling Study Objectives

The objectives of applying coastal modelling in an EIA study shall be stated clearly including the scope of
modelling and the intended use of the modelling output. It shall include a brief description of t he site, the
coastal system, the Project and the potential effects of the Project on the coastal system.
1.2 Selection of the Model(s)

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The suitability ofthe model(s) chosen for the intended purpose shall bejustified by the Consultant with technical
description of the model(s).
The model configuration(s) shall be presented, including model domain, resolution and dimensionality. In case
stratification is anticipated in the Project area, either naturally existing or caused by the Project, 30 model(s)
shall be used; otherwise alternatives sha II be justified.
Table 4-1 presents a matrix of type of model(s) required for coastal/marine Projects. Table 4-2 summarises
general considerations for coastal model simulations to be followed. Notwithstanding these two tables, it shall be
noted that OM will review and approve numerical modelling studies on a case-by-case basis with consideration
on the nature and size of the proposed Project and its proximity to sensitive receptors of the natural and built
environment.
Table 4-1: EIA - Modelling Study Requirements for Coastal/Marine Proj ects
Flushing/ Tracer Initial Dilution
Description of Projects Scope of Works of Project Hydrodynamics
Dispersion Analysis
Development of an artificial Land reclamation, beaches, rock ✓ ✓ X

island(s) or peninsulas works, and quay walls
Development of a new ha rbour(s)
Rock works, dredging/ excavation,
/ term inal(s) / marina or ✓ ✓
quay walls & floating pontoons, X
modification of an existing harbour
reclamation
/ marina in coasta I zone
Development of artificial canals

connected to the Creek/sea/ Excavation/ dredging, retaining walls ✓ ✓ X
existing waterways
✓
✓
(in case of any (in case of any nearby
Revetment, groynes, detached nearby existing existing harbours,
Coastal stabilisation breakwaters, beach nourishment, harbours, outfalls, X
outfalls, canal / creek
d red gin g etc. canal / creek entrancet etc.)
entra nce, sensitive
marine habitat, etc.)
Open channel outfa II: ✓
Thermal discharge, brine, hypersaline ✓ (if discharged in semi- ✓
water. etc. enclosed waterbodies)
Pipe outfalls: ✓
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Thermal discharge, brine, hypersaline ✓ (if discharged in semi- ✓
Effluent discharging outfalls water, etc. enclosed waterbodies)
Recycled water ✓ ✓ ✓
✓
Storm water / groundwater (rate of ✓ ✓
(if discharged in semi-
discharge> 2.0 cu.m / s)
enclosed waterbodies)
Development of promenade, new Floating pontoons with mooring

marina or modifications of existing systems, piles supporting platforms,
marina in Creek/ waterways quay walls, revetment
Temporary/ permanent ✓ ✓
Rock works, reclamation X
causeway(s)
Bridge(s) over marine water Bridges/piers ✓ X X
Sand dredging from borrow areas, ✓

Offshore dredging and/or disposal
disposal of dredged material " X
Shoreline Sediment Transport/
Plume Dispersion Water Quality Wave Transformation Wave Disturbance Oil Spill
Evolution Morphology
✓ . ✓ ✓ ✓ . .
✓ ✓
(for approach (for terminal

✓
• ✓ ✓ ✓
channel and turning with re-fuel
basin) facility)
✓
(depending on
proximity to
sensitive receptors, ✓ ✓
• e.g. Desalination (if connected to the • (if connected • •

intakes, Ras Al sea) to the sea)
Khor Sanctuary
& Recycled water
outfall)
(in case of
dredging and/or
. ✓
• ✓
• •
nourishment)
(for water quality

✓
parameters may be
✓
• ✓
• •
impacted)
✓
✓
(for water quality
parameters may be
. . X . •
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impacted)
X ✓
• • X
• •
✓
✓
(if located close to
sensitive receptors
like intakes, fish
X X X . •
farms, etc.)
Numerical modelling studies are not required if no reclamation/ encroachments into the waterways.
✓
• ✓
• ✓ . •
X
• • • • • •
✓ X
• • X ✓
•
NOTE: The CES reserves the right to include/ exclude any of the above studies on case-by-case basis.
Table 4-2: Model Information Required in the Coastal Modelling Study Report
Type of Model Processes to be Modelled Model Configurations
The hydrodynamic model is applied for simulating surface Dimensionality: The model d imensionality should be determined
elevation and currents, as well as temperature and salinity. It with the knowledge of dynamic processes in the model area. For
provides the flow and dispersion data for other models such as Proj ects where water density variation is significant, such as in the
plume dispersion, sediment transport, oil spill and water quality. It Creek and in the vicinit ies of outfalls, 30 model should be applied
often serves as a core in the coastal modelling for EIA. The driving unless the Consultant justifies it is appropriate not to;
forces of the coastal hydrodynamics that should be included in the Model Domain: The model domain should be large enough so that
modelling are: the open boundaries of the model will have negligible effects on the
Tides: As a minimum, hydrodynam ic modelling should be model results. As a rule of thumb, the open boundaries shall be at
conducted for a spring-neap tidal cycle; least one t idal excursion away from the Project site and areas of
Meteorological Forces: Wind and atmospheric pressure should interest so that the water in the area of interest will not leave the
be included in the model, if it is deemed important, such as model domain in a single t idal cycle. Consideration should also be
for plume dispersion studies where the discharge pollutant(s) given to data availability for specifying the open boundary input and
could be drifted to receptors (such as intakes) faster than in for calibrating and validating the model.;
calm weather. The Study Report should state whether typical or Model Resolution: The model resolution should be high enough
Hydrodynamics extreme conditions will be studied, how the seasonal variation to resolve shoreline and development shapes, bathymetric features
wilI be investigated; such as rapid change in bed level, dredged channel(s), and anticipated
Density: In the vicinit ies of existing and future outfalls, that di mens ion and gradient of the intended mode Iiing processes such as
d ischarge effluent with a density significantly different from eddies and plume d imension. For water channels,at least 3 elements/
the ambient seawater, baroclinic effect should be included For grids should be planned across the channel. This rule of thumb also
the Projects that could potentially impact the water quality applies to d redged channel(s). The principle is that the cross sections
in the Dubai Creek, discharges from sewage treatment plants and its temporal variat ion should be reproduced by the model. For
and storm water outfalls and precipitation, that influence the 30 model, the number of layers should be sufficient to resolve the
salinity, should be included The Study Report should state stratification. As a minimum, 5 layers should be defined;
whether and how the temperature and salinity will be modelled
and clearly explain which data (available or new) to support the
model ling study;
Waves: The Study Report shall j ustify if the wave effect on
hydrodynamics should be considered, such as radiation stress
on near-shore currents.
Flushing modelling should be conducted, if an (semi· ) enclosed Area(s) to Be Assessed: The area to be modelled should be defined
124 area(s) will be formed by the development or the d evelopment with clear rationality. In principle, the water outside that area to be
may have potential impact on an existing (semi· ) enclosed area(s), assessed should be relatively more open and is less susceptible to
to simulate water exchange between the internal basi n(s) and its water quality changes.
surrounding water body (i.e. flushing) for assessing the potential Model Resolution: The model resolution should be fine enough that
for adverse negative impacts on the water retention t ime within a it will not influence the results, especially in the area where d irect
semi enclosed area and obtain an indication of potential for water water exchange occurs, such as within one t idal excursion of the
quality deterioration. boundary of the inner and outer basin. The tracer plume should be
Flushing / Tracer Classicall y flushing study is conducted by simulating conservative resolved with sufficient spatial resolution.
Dispersion tracer initially distributed in the (semi·) enclosed basin. Other Model Warm-up: The hydrodynam ic model should be warmed up
methods may also be applied with adequate technical j ustification. before the flushing simulation starts.
The flushing criteria/guidelines adopted for the assessment should Starting Time:_The flushing simulation starting t ime should be
be stated in the Study Report with references. chosen to be representative and/or conservative for the assessment.
Sensitivity tests should be conducted for assurance of appropriate
simulation starting ti me.
Simulating Time: The flushing simulation should be performed to
a time that 90% of the initially distributed tracer is flushed out of
the basin.
For outfalls and offshore disposal, init ial dilution analysis Outfall Configurations / Placement Methodology: The design
/ near-field modelling should be conducted for compliance basis of the chosen outfall scheme/disposal methodology should be
assessment with regulatory and/or best practice guidelines, and described;
for characterising the mixing in the near-field where the initial Effluent Characters: The flow / d isposal rates and water quality
Init ial Dil ution jet characteristics of momentum flux, buoyancy flux, and outfall properties of the effluent for modelling should be representative for
Analysis / Near geometry influence the jet trajectory and mixing. the range of discharge with reference to Regulatory Standard (Local
f ield Modelling Order No. 61 of 1991) & Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 of Annex 4
Part 2;
Ambient Conditions: receiving water conditions should be
representative, including the range of water levels, ambient currents,
depth, density and strat i fication, and their seasonal variation.
Plume dispersion / far-field modelling is required where there are Advection-Dispersion Model: The model resolution within the zone
sensitive receptors in the vicinity of the Project site, and it should of influence should be sufficient to resolve the plumes;
be conducted for d elineating the zones of influence of discharges Particle Model: The number of particles should be sufficient for
(outfalls, d redging and placement/disposal, etc.). Consideration statist icaI accuracy.
Plume Dispersion should be given to non-conservative parameters, including: Parameters: The parameters should be site specific, such as the
/ Far-field Bacteria Decay: the parameters should be representative to the bacteria decay rate and sediment settling velocity.
Modelling site condit ion; Sourcing the source strength adopted in the modelling should be
Heat Exchange: with air for thermal dischar ges i f it is deemed rationalised based on the operational conditions.
significant to the assessment;
Settling: settling should be included for suspended sediment
and substances adhered to suspended sediment.
WQ modelling should be conducted for assessing the compliance In Dubai coastal waters, particular concerns are:
with Local Order No. 61 of 1991 & Appendix 1 and Appendi x 2 of De ficiency of Dissolved Oxygen: especially in Dubai Creek;
Annex 4 Part 2. The model should also be able to assess, where Algal Bloom: In Dubai coastal water and Dubai Creek;
required, potential adverse negative impact on water intakes for
Elevated Nutrient Concentratio ns: Dubai Creek;
uses that may affect human health and/or the ecosystem at large.
The WQ model should include: Toxk Substances: to the desalination plant intakes.
Physical, Chemkal and Ecological parameters and their The model should be representative of the existing water quality
interactive processes: the model should be able to simulate condition, discharges and intakes, typical and seasonal variation of
major processes that influence the concerned water quality, d ischarges and ambient conditions. The model should be calibrated and
Water Quality such as introducing nutrients or altering the site condition validated for theexisting/historical condit ions, and allow for seasonality
or configuration encouraging those processes potentially differences in certain water quality parameters.
leading to algal blooms. The concentrations of the model
input parameters should be representative for the site specific
condit ions/am blent concentrations;
External Factor s: the model should include external factors
such as solar radiation, expected parameter concentrations of
an effluent d ischarge loadings. Seasonal d ifferences should also
need to be reflected
For EIA, the main purpose of wave model ling is to assess the Model Do main and Spatial Resolution: The model domain should
changes in wave condit ions due to the Project, which may have be planned with consideration of availability of wave data. The
consequences in shoreline stability, beach sand quality and siltation model should be configured to represent bathymetry, shoreline and
in the vicinities of the Project site. structures;
The wave model should be able to simulate the growth, decay and Spectral Method : Choice of full spectral or directionally decoupled
transformation of wind-generated waves and swell in offshore and should be justified. Directional and frequency resolutions should be
Wave Climate coastal areas. determined with knowledge of the site condit ion;
/Wave Stationary o r lnstatio nary: choose according to the importance of
Transformation growth, decay and transformation of wind-generated waves
Forces: Main forces that influence the waves in the area of interest,
such as offshore waves, winds and water levels, should be identified
and considered in the modelling.
Climate Change: In case needed, the impact of climate change,
in terms of sea level rise and/or storm intensification, should be
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Where wave diffraction is important, Boussinesq type of model Model Domain and Grid Orientation: should be planned with
should be applied consideration of incoming waves to be modelled;
Model Resolutio n: should be specified with consideration of wave
characteristics to be modeled and wave transformation processes
included in the simulation;
Model Setup: The model setup planner should be presented for MIKE
Boussinesq Wave BW application. Rationality and summary of model setup should be
Modelling / Wave presented for other software.
D isturbance St ructures: The hydrodynamic characteristics of coastal structures
and the parameters representing them should be documented
Model Wa rm-up and Simulatio n TI me: The model should be warm
up to minimise/eliminate the influence of initial condition on results
that to be used for analysis. The time period of useful simulation
should be sufficiently long that stable statistical results could be
obtained.
For a Project that interrupts littoral transport and/or has potential Shore Profiles: The shore profiles should be representative for
impact on shoreline stability, littoral t ransport and/or shoreline the site or intended design. The number of the profiles should be
evolution modelling should be conducted to assess: sufficient to represent the variation of shore profiles and sediment
Littoral drift, sediment budget, and changes due to the Project; characteristics in the Project area. The cross-shore profile should be
Equilibrium shoreline orientation and changes due to the perpendicular to the shore and or the depth contours. The profiles
Project; should have an extension so that the wave-driven longshore currents
and sediment transport are insignificant in the first grid point;
Slioreline evolution: prediction of shoreline accretion/erosion.
Assessmentof risk to structures, navigation and water exchange, Wave Climate Statistics and Storm Waves: The wave climate input
Longshore and and t idal inland water bodies protected by narrow beach or spit; should be site specific and include seasonal variation. The number of
cross-shore wave cl imate locations should be sufficient to represent the spatial
Beach profile morphology in response to storm events and the
sediment variation of the wave conditions within the Project site. For storm
risk of shoreline protection structures.
transport process studies, rationality of storm event selection (including storm
modelling duration) should be justified.
Water Levels: Water level variation should be considered in the
modelling in case of necessary. The importance of Sea Level Rise
should be evaluated;
Currents: The importance of tidal currents and regional circulation
should be evaluated for j ustifying if they should be included in the
sediment transport modelI ing;
Sediment Characteristics: Site specific or design specified sediment
parameters should be used in the model.
For dredging and d isposal Projects that alter the bathymetry, and M odel Resolutio n: The resolution of sediment t ransport model and
for Projects that may change hydrodynamic regime in sensitive the hydrodynam ic and/or wave models, should be sufficiently fine to
areas, and for assessing the stability of material placed on sea represent the dynamic and morphological g radients;
bed, sediment t ranspor t / morphological modelling should be Sediment Characteristics: Site-specific sediment properties should
conducted to assess the siltation/erosion and/or morphological be used in the model. The availability and/or erodibilit y of sediment
changes. on the sea bed should be considered in the model;
Sed iment The Study Repor t should j ustify the foll owing: Bed Slope Effects: The calculation of sediment transport should
Transport/ Cohesive or non-cohesive sediment; include the slope effect where it is significant.
Morpholology Currents and/or waves driven processesi Wave Effects: The importance of waves to the sediment transport
Feedback of mo rphological/bathymetr ic changes to sediment processes should be evaluated for deter mining if it should be included
t ranspor t; in t he modelling or not.
10 cross-sectional or 20 simulations. Storm Events: The study should assess if the sediment transport
processes are dominated by storm events or by the climate conditions.
Parameters: key model parameters should be presented with backup
references.
Oil spill risk assessment should be conducted for Projects with o il/ Probabilit y: The study should analyse the probabilityof spill , possible
refuel terminal(s) and/or risk of oil spill. rate/duration/volume of release(s);
The o il spill model should consider o il slick moves due to t he Deterministic or Stochastic The study should rationalise the
inherent spreading of the o il, currents, winds and waves and its modelling methodology. In principal, a stochastic modelling is
fates, including natural dispersion, emulsification and weathering. required for EIA.
Oil Spill Oil propert ies: Oil properties adopted for the modelling should be
documented and backed up with informat ion/references.
M odelling Scenarios: The modelling scenarios should reflect the
types of incidents and site conditions and its seasonal variations.
Out puts: The im pact to both aquatic environment and to the
shoreline should be assessed
1.3 Data Needs and Acquisit ion

Data required fo r t he modelling studies must be clearly defined in the modelling study report that will be
appended to t he EIAR as a Technical Annex. In general, the data in put to the coastal model studies shall include,
but not be limited to, t he following:
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• Data fo r mode l set up: bathymetry/topography, shoreline, development a nd construction plans, sediment
characteristics.
• Data driving the models: boundary inputs, met eorological forces (wind, atmospheric pressure, air
temperature, radiation), discharges, and initial conditions.
• Data for model calibration and validation: Water level, current speed and direction, water temperature
and salinity, dye dispersion , measured water q uality parameters, measured waves, shoreline and
morphological data, etc.
The sources, temporal and spatial coverage of the available data shall be documented. The a ppropriateness of
available data for t he modelling study a nd potential influence to the modelling study q ua lity shall be assessed
and t his shall be clearly reported in t he main modelling study report that will be appended to the EIAR as well
as in the relevant section within EIAR.
Data gap(s) shall be filled in before car rying out t he model simulation study. Not complying with t his requirement
may affect t he EIA conclusions and jeopardise the EC issuance.
1.4 Model Calibration and Validation
The ap proach to undertaking the model calibration and validation including the standards/crit er ia to be followed
and data to be used shall be clearly documented in the report of t he modelling study.
Cal ibration and validation processes are essentia l for the model development. Both procedures make use of
measured field data to compare with the model results. This is required to demonstrate confidence in the mode l
performance so that robust and reliable conclusions can be drawn from the results.
Calibration is to be conducted during the development ofthe model, wit h the ultimate goal of producing a model,
which provides a realistic representation of the coastal processes within the study area. Model configuration,
paramet ers a nd forcing data could be adjusted in reasonable ranges. The adjustment a nd rationale shall be
clearly explained and justified and re ported in the main mode lling study report. Sensitivity analysis shall be
performed to investigate t he effect on the key output parameters resulting from variation of input data and
model parameters.
Once the model calibration is successful, model validation shall be carried out, using the model setup and
parameters to produce the best model 'fit' during calibration, against an independent data.
The calibration and validation results could be assessed in two ways:
1. Visual comparison of the model output against measured data: t he shape, regression trend, range and
limits of model output and measured data by inspecting time series plots and/or scatter diagram.
2. Statistical compliance analysis between the measured data and t he model results, to determine t he
percentage thatt he model fits the measured data within defined limits, e.g. 90% oft he model predictions
are within 0.1 units or 10% of t he observed value and or other statistical measures (e.g. bias, root mean
square error, correlation, etc.).
As a best practice, both methods s hould be used. A single method may not provide a full assessment of model
performance.
The hydrodynamic model usually serves as the core of the coastal modelling studies and for this reason it shall
be calibrated and validated against both water levels and currents, as well as temperature and salinity in case of
a baroclinic model. For 3D hydrodynamic model, calibration and validation against measured currents shall be
carried out across the water column, i.e., at surface, mid-depth and near-seabed. For t idal model(s), the non
t idal components shall be removed from the measurement for comparison with the simulated tides.
For hydrodynamic model calibration and validation, DM recommends the guidelines set out in the Foundation
for Water Research (FWR) document 'A Framework for Marine a nd Estuarine Model Specification in t he UK'
(FWR, 1993) t hat recommends quantitative model performance criteria as summarised Table 4-3.
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Table 4-3: Guidelines of Hydrodynamic Model Performance Criteria

Tolerance Applied
Parameter Coastal Estuarin e/Creek
Absolute Relative Absolute Relative
+/ - 0.lm 10% of Spring tidal ranges +/ - 0.lm at mouth 15%of Spring tidal ranges
Water Level
15% of Neap tidal ranges + / - 0.3m at head 20% of Neap tidal ranges
+/ - 10-20% ofobserved +/ - 10-20% ofobserved
Current Speed +/ - 0.lm/s +/ - 0.2m/s
speed speed
Current Direction + / - 20 degrees N/A +/ - 20 degrees N/A
+/ - 15mins at mouth
High Water Phase +/ - 15mins N/A N/A
+/ - 25mins at head
Temperature +/ · 0.5 deg. C N/A +/ - 0.5 deg. C N/A
+/ - 1 psu at mouth
Salinity +/ - lpsu N/A N/A
+/ - 5 psu or more in the
region of most rapid change
These criteria might be too testing for all regions of the modelled area; a less stringent expectation might be
t hat t hese conditions should be satisfied for 90% of location/time combination evaluated.
The Consultant may use other methods to evaluate the model performance with clear explanations. The
alternative selected methods must be clearly explained and justified.
The advection-dispersion modell ing, such as flushing and plume modelling, s hall be cal ibrated/validated with
dye dispersion data if available and/or measurements (such as salinity, temperature and/or water quality
parameters) of the present/historical conditions. Special care should be given to rationalise t he dispersion
coefficients and control of artificial numerical dispersion related to numerical schemes and model resolutions.
The water quality modelling shall be calibrated/validated with monitoring data. The seasonal variation shall be
evaluated.
The wave transformation model shall be calibrated/validated with the past (hindcasting/storm periods) as well
as present condition of measured wave data.
The longshore and cross-shore sediment transport modelling shall be calibrated/validated with historical
shoreline evolution data that could be derived from the historical surveys/observations and/or satellite images.
Sediment transport/morphological modelling shall be calibrated/validated with historical survey data.
1.5 Model Application

The modelling study report shall clearly explain the considered modelling scenarios, which need to be determined
for the intended purpose, e.g. "typical" or "worst case" conditions, and the range of conditions to be modelled.
As a minimum, baseline and further conditions shall be modelled. Where relevant and in accordance with the
need to consider appropriate alternative designs during a quantitative EIA study, OM reserves the right to ask
for alternative options for a proposed development to also be modelled and evaluated.
Appraisal shall be conducted to determine if climate change should be considered in the modelling; this shall be
clearly explained in the simulation model report that will be appended to the EIAR.
1.6 Modelling Results and Deliverables

The modelling study shall be carried out to achieve the EIA objectives. The contents of the coastal modelling
study report shall comply with these guidelines, including, but not limited, to the following elements, which shall
be described in a comprehensive manner:
128 • Description of the coastal modelling scope of work

• Objective of the coastal modelling study(ies)
• Rationale for selection of the model(s) (including but not limited to a discussion of the advantages and
limitations of the adopted model(s) and a comparison with other considered but not selected models)
• Description of the available data for supporting the modelling study
• Model setup and configuration
• Calibration and validation processes and demonstration that the developed model(s) fit the intended
purpose
• Modelling Scenarios and their rationality
• All relevant model output for the production runs with adequate interpretation and assessment of the
impacts
• Clear conclusions and recommendations, and limitations of the modelling studies
• All input and output files for the models shall be provided in digital format as an appendix to the report
to ensure that the modelling excise is auditable by OM-ED
• Presentations in other format, such as animations, shall be submitted to assist DM-ED's review. OM-ED
reserves the right to ask for the model setup and output in digital format.
Appe ndix 1 - Marine Water Quality Objectives
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Permissible Limits
S. No. Parameter Units
Physical & Chemical Parameters

1 Ammonium NH4 N mg/I 0.1 0.07 0.35
Biological Oxygen
2 BOD 5 mg/I 20 10 20
Demand
3 Residua I Chlorine R.C. mg/I 0.01 0.01 0.01
4 Cyanide CN mg/I 0.01 0.05 0.01
Greater than 5 or Greater than 5 or Greater than 4 or
Dissolved Oxygen 2-m
5 DO mg/I 90% saturation 90% saturation 90% saturation
below the surface
degree degree degree
Dissolved Oxygen at the
6 DO mg/I Greater than 4 Greater than 4 Greater than 3
bottom
7 Nitrate Nitrogen NO3 N mg/I 0.5 0.5 0.75
8 Nitrite NO 2 mg/I 0.3 0.3 0.5
9 Oil and Grease mg/I 0.01 0.01 1
1 unit change 1 unit change 1 unit change
10 pH - from ambient from ambient from ambient
11 Phenols mg/I 0.01 0.01 0.03
12 Phosphate Phosphorous PO4 P mg/I 0.05 0.05 0.1
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Poly Aromatic
13 PAHs mg/I 0.001 0.001 0.01
Hydrocarbons
14 Surface Plankton mg/I 0.02 0.02 0.025
2 degrees Celsius 2 degrees Celsius 2 degrees Celsius
15 Temperature Degrees Celsius change from change from change from
ambient ambient ambient
16 Total Nitrogen mg/I 2 2 2.5
Average 10 and Average 10 and Average 15 and
17 Total Suspended Solids TSS mg/I
maximum 25 maximum 25 maximum 30
18 Tributyltin TBT µg/1 0.001 0.001 0.01
19 Surfactants µg/1 20 20 20
Metals
20 Aluminum Al mg/I 0.15 0.15 0.2
21 Arsenic As mg/I 0.01 0.01 0.01
22 Cadmium Cd mg/I 0.003 0.003 0.003
23 Chromium 6 Cr mg/I 0.01 0.01 0.01

24 Copper Cu mg/I 0.005 0.005 0.005
25 Iron Total Fe mg/I 0.15 0.15 0.2
26 Mercury Hg µg/1 0.05 0.05 0.5
27 Zinc Zn mg/I 0.02 0.02 0.05
Biological Pollutants
28 Fecal Coliform CFU/ 100 ml 100 /100 ml 100 /100 ml 200/100 ml
29 E.coli CFU/ 100 ml 100 /100 ml 100 /100 ml 200/100 ml
Appendix 2 - Effluent Discharge Limits t o Marine Environment at the Point of Discharge
(Before M ixing with Receiving Waters)
S.No. Parameter Units Permissible Limits
Physical & Chemical Parameters

1 Ammonium NH. N mg/I 2
2 Biological Oxygen Demand BOD, mg/I 25
3 Chemical Oxygen Demand COD mg/I 100
4 Residual Chlorine u mg/I 1
5 Cyanide CN· mg/I 0.05
6 Floating Particles mg/I Non Present
7 Fluorides F· mg/I 20
8 Oil &Grease mg/I 5
9 Nitrate Nitrogen NO, N mg/I 15
10 Petroleum Hydrocarbons mg/I less than 5
11 pH - 6-9
12 Phenol mg/I 0.1
13 Phosphate Phosphorous PO,. P mg/I 0.1
14 Sulfide 5-2 mg/I 0.1
15 Total Suspended Solids TSS mg/I 15
16 Total Nitrogen TN mg/I 10
17 Total Organic Carbon TOC mg/I 40
18 Total Phosphorous TP mg/I 2
19 Turbidity NTU 75
20 Total Dissolved Solids TDS mg/I 1500
Metals
21 Aluminum Al mg/I 20
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22 Antimony Sb mg/I 0.1
23 Arsenic As mg/I 0.05
24 Barium Ba mg/I 2
25 Beryllium Be mg/I 0.05
26 Cadmium Cd mg/I 0.05
27 Chromium 6 Cr•• mg/I 0.1
28 Cobalt Co m11/I 0.2
29 Copper Cu mg/I 0.5
30 Iron Fe mg/I 2
31 Lead Pb m11/I 0.1
32 Manganese Mn mg/I 0.2
33 Mercury Hg mg/I 0.001
34 Nickel Ni m11/I 0.1
35 Selenium Se mg/I 0.02
36 Silver Ag mg/I 0.005
37 Zinc Zn mg/I 0.1
38 Pesticide (Herbicides Insecticides Biocides)
39 PCBs (Chlorinated Organic Compounds)
40 Poly Aromatic Hydrocarbons PAHs
µg/I Non Present
41 Solvents
42 Tributvltin and its derivatives TBT
43 Suriactants
Biological Pollutants
44 Fecal Coliform Cells/100 ml 1000
45 Coliform Count MPN/l00ml 1000
46 FecaI Streptcocci MPN/l00ml 100
47 Entero Viruses PFU/10 L Non Present
48 Salmonella MPN/1 L Non Present
49 Tapeworm E1111s CFU/100ml Non Present
Annex4
Part 3
Guidance on Hydrogeological Study and
Requirements for Landfills
This Annex 4, Part 3 provides the detailed requirements for conducting hydrogeological study as part of the
EIA for Projects with potential effect on soil and groundwater e nvironment, a nd the requirements specifically
for landfill Projects.
1 . Requirements for Groundwater and Soil Environment

This Section describes the principal considerations which should be addressed during t he preparation of the
hydrogeological study as part of an EIAR, whenever required, within t he context of the local hydrogeological
environment. The study should be based on real t ime data collected from the area of interest sufficiently
covering the Project boundary and preferably, outside Project boundary. The baseline hydrogeological study
should include the following:
a. General site description
b. Soil investigation
c. Geotechnical and geophysical investigation
d. Depth to water level and flow
e. Dewatering related issues
f. Conceptual site modelling
g. Possibility of groundwater pollution 133
h. Groundwater trend (rise) current, during construction & post Project
i. Proximity with groundwater protected basin
j. Sea water intrusion
k. Handling hazardous materials
In addition to the above, a detailed hydrogeological study should include:

I. Groundwater flow modelling (if applicable)
m. Use of modelling results in impact assessment, mitigation plan, and environme ntal enhancement
(solutions).
1 .1 General Site Descript ion

Land confirmation with exact extent ofthe area in Dubai Local Transverse Mercator (DLTM) coordinates should
be provided. Maps s hould be reviewed for the geological and hydrogeological conditions that exist for regional, as
well as site specific Project boundary. The recommended minimum distance from two (2) to five (5) kilometers
(km) should be reviewed in t he context of the hydrogeological environment, as well as the scale of Project and
beyond the Project boundaries to reflect the sensitivity of the subsurface. Maps to a scale of 1 :50,000 are
adequate to present t he regional geological and hydrogeological information.
A site visit and walk over survey should be made. Available literature survey should be reviewed for semi regional
and site specific location. Location of importa nt sites including protected areas, National Heritage or hist orical
areas or other sites which can be of national interest, dumped material or any other unusual featu res should be
reported.
Topographic base mapping and aerial photography, historical change within and around the Project s ite should
be reported. Drainage pattern should be establis hed using topographic elevations in relation to rainfall-runoff
scena rio and other relevant conditions. An appropriate resolution ma p and scale should be presented to describe
t he same.
1.2 Geology and Soil
Available regional geological and soil maps should be considered in the study which should be duly correlated
with the actual field investigations or surveys. This Section should contain a description of the outcrops and
bedrock materials including thickness and geological structures like wadi channels, palaeo channel, cavities,
joints, faults, folds, etc. An overview of the regional stratigraphy, including thicknesses of the formations, and
unit name, is expected. This description should also include an assessment of soils and infiltration properties
inferred from grain size analyses from on-site test pits or boreholes, where completed. The report should
also contain a minimum of two cross-sections (along perpendicular lines) to support discussions on geology,
stratigraphy and flow patterns. Ideally, the cross-sections will be oriented along the groundwater flow path
and across the groundwater flow path. In some cases, the cross-sections will be constructed based on the
available data (regional sections along roads, etc.). Borehole logs should be shown on the cross sections with an
interpretation of geologic units encountered. For shallow construction, test pit data may be correlated, where
possible.
Figures to be prepared include;
• Surficial and bedrock geology;
• Soils; and
• Cross sections with plan.
To establish representative soil conditions, sampling should be carried out sufficiently representing changes
within the area of interest. Project should quantify the amount of soil present at the site, its quality and possible
use. A walk over soil assessment is needed to define soil sampling sites. Once the locations are defined, samples
should be collected following US EPA standard (USEPA 2014). The sampling results should be analysed to
establish soil quality and its usability. In case soil is required within the Project site, the report should mention
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the required quantity and quality for the intended use. Possible soil remediation measures can be suggested for
approvals which lead to soil quality improvement for the Project specific use. Details of required soil tests (i.e.
parameters) are provided in Appendix 3 of this Annex. Characterisation of soil and sub-soils shall be carried
out in accordance with a recognised standard or nomenclature system (e.g. BSS930:1990) for sub-soils or
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Code of Practice for Environmental Risk Assessment for Unregulated
Waste Disposal sites, where relevant.
1.3 Geotechnical & Geophysical Investigations

On-site investigations comprised of excavation of test pits or boreholes are advanced to determine surficial
geologic and hydrogeologic conditions. While no minimum number of test pits is stipulated, the Environmental
Consultant is expected to construct as many test pits as required by the geo-technical regulations and to use
professional judgment to determine the number and location of test pits required to adequately assess the soils
and overburden materials present on the site.
Boreholes may be constructed in place of test pits and may be finished as monitoring wells. Like test pits,
boreholes should be installed at strategic locations across the site so that potential impacts to sensitive
groundwater dependent features can be adequately assessed.
Description of test pits or boreholes should be correlated with available relevant maps, logs should be used
to prepare hydrogeological cross section running across the Project area, and related information should be
provided as appendix.
Wherever required, an appropriate geophysical technique should be employed to investigate subsurface
conditions for geological features, sub-surface materials and groundwater conditions.
1.4 Monitoring Wells
Groundwater monitoring well (piezometer) should be constructed to a depth of maximum influence of Project,
excavation works or dewatering depth whichever is greater. The depth of piezometer should be representative
of the aquifer formation. As a simple rule, minimum drilling depth should be 5-10 meter below the water level.
In case, overlying an important aquifer, sufficient aquifer depth should be tapped. Boreholes should advance to
a depth in accordance with the engineering plans associated with planned Project. Test pit o r borehole locations,
well drilling and installation pictures should be provided as figures and all related information should be provided
in appendix. Each borehole record should show the date of excavation, geological description, water level, drilling
technique, well/casing diameter and data collection. Coordinates and Ground elevation (in meters DMD) must
be provided for each pit. The water level data should be utilized to address key issues like dewatering, anticipated
change in water level and water quality status. The location of monitoring wells should also consider up-stream
and downstream approach of proposed Project area. For drilling production well & permanent monitoring well,
drill ing permit can be obtain through OM online service portal. Geotechnical boreholes, dewatering wells and
temporary piezometer and are not required to obtain this permit. However, all types of borehole drilling including
testing, pumping, dewatering, monitoring etc. should follow OM standard well design layout (refer to Appendix
4 of this Annex). The well protection consists of concrete fou ndation, and the protection fe nce. Piezometers
can be maintain until the time of EIA approval and may be preserved for extended monitoring phases. Any well,
piezometer, standpipe or test borehole that is no longer in use should immediately be decommissioned following
standard procedures (refer to Appendix 5 of t his Annex).
1.5 Water Quality

A description of groundwater quality a nd surface water, wherever applicable, should be provided to establish a
baseline for t he assessment of potential future impacts. The list of groundwater quality parameters is provided
in Appendix 2 of this Annex.
1 .6 Water Balance
This Section should present the details of various types of water use within the Project including pre- and
post- Project. A precise groundwater balance should be presented using applicable standard techniques of
groundwater budgeting. Impact of Project activities (e.g. dewatering, pumping, infiltrations, etc.) and future
water use (e.g. recreational, parks, ponds, irrigated land, open land, etc.) on hydrogeological environment should
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be discussed.
1 .7 Conceptual Groundwater Model

Conceptual Site Model (CSM) helps determine the types of hydrogeological environment present at the Project
location. The CSM s hould provide all in and out components in terms of source, pathway, receptor and linkages.
The description of the CSM (with appropriate schematic 3D-diagram) should include layered geological and
hydrogeological information presented in the maps and cross sections, a nd its responses (susceptibility) to
identified features and potential activities associated with proposed Project (i.e. during o r post development).
1 .8 Groundwater Protected Basins

Construction Projects or other anthropogenic activities like farming, recreational, or a ny other intrusive activity
in close proximity with groundwater protected area would automatically qualify for a detailed hydrogeological
and groundwater modelling study. The demarcation for groundwater resources protected areas in the Emirate
of Dubai is presented in Appendix 1 of this Annex. The hydrogeological and groundwater modelling study
(discussed in Section 1.9 of this Annex) should analyse possible impacts of t he aforementioned activities on
groundwater resources.
1 .9 Groundwater Flow and Solute Transport Modelling Study

Modelling studies are required to see the overall complex environment behavior with applied threats or stresses.
This specific requirement will be based upon Project components like geographical extents, intrusive character,
distance from groundwater protected basin, impact on g roundwater environment, etc. The groundwater flow
modelling should consist of the following:
• Selection of model extents and grids;
• Integration of all inputs;
• Boundary conditions;
• Conceptualisation of 3D hydrogeological environment;
• Aquifer parameters;
• Groundwater balance components;
• Selection of appropriate chemical parameters for solute transport modelling;
• Aquifer parameters and stress conditions;
• Calibrations (steady and transient states);
• Validation; and
• Relevant stress based futuristic scenarios.
The outcomes of the modelling study should be used in the impact assessment and identification of mitigation
and environmental enhancement measures.
The standard content or structure of hydrogeological study for an EIAR, if required, is provided in Appendix 6
of this Annex.
2. Requirements for Landfill Sites

This section provides detailed guidance on the required construction design plan for Landfill Projects. This plan
should be submitted to the DM-ED for necessary review and approval.
2.1 Site selection

Ideally, areas with least susceptibility to groundwater contamination should be selected for landfill site. The
criteria for the identification of potential suitable sites include, but not limited to, the following:
i. City masterplan & developmental Projects;
ii. Hydrogeological and geological conditions;
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iii. Geotechnical aspects;
iv. Meteorological aspects;
V. Land use and availability of land;
vi. Prevailing wind pattern; and
vii. Distance to roads, sewage systems, electricity.
After identification of sites, which generally fulfill the requirements, an investigation of each potential site
should be carried out consisting of the following:
i. Investigation of hydrogeological and geological conditions
ii. Vulnerability model
iii. Environmental impact assessment study
iv. Environment management & monitoring Plan
As a general rule, the following should be considered:
(a) Landfill site should not fall within (or 1 km towards downstream) any groundwater protected area.
(b) Upstream of groundwater protected basin (Item a) should be strictly avoided.
(c) Maintain a safe depth to water level (>25-30 m) below ground level.
2.2 Landfill Development Plan
The site layout plan should show clearly the location of the area to be selected for landfill. Regional and site
specific, high-resolution Digital Elevation Model (DEM) should be prepared showing the proposed landfill. The
site drawing should include all the landfill components with proper size and elevation with mean sea level
reference.
Contour intervals vary depending on ground elevation. For small features, 0.25-m contour interval can be used
while sites with high topographical relief may have contours at intervals of 0.5-m or 1.0-m.
2.3 Site Infrastructure
The following principal infrastructure elements should be discussed in detail:
• Access and traffic control;
• Site accommodation and compounds;
• Weighbridges;
• Wheel cleaners;
• Site services;
• Civic waste facilities;
• Security; and
• Leakage detection and alarm system.
2.4 Leachate Management and Treatment

Leachate management system should consider the following objectives:
• Reduce the potential for seepage out of the landfill through the sides or the base either by exploiting
weaknesses in the liner or by flow through its matrix;
• Prevent liquid levels rising to such an extent that they can spill over and cause uncontrolled pollution
to ditches, drains, watercourses, etc.;
• Influence the processes leading to the formation of landfill gas, chemical and biological stabilization
of the landfill;
• Minimise the interaction between the leachate and the liner; and
• Ensure the stability of the waste in case of above ground landfill. 137
2.5 Groundwater and Surface Water Management

It is essential that a landfill design includes provisions for the management and protection of both groundwater
and surface water: Information gathered from the investigations will assist in detailing the level of groundwater
or surface water management required.
Groundwater management may be required to minimise o r prevent:
• Interference with the groundwater regime during the construction period;
• Damage to the liner (by uplift);
• Transport of contaminants from the landfill; and
• Leachate generation by preventing groundwater infiltration.
2.7 Required Lining System

The lining system protects the surrounding environment including soil, groundwater and surface water by
containing leachate generated within the landfill, controlling ingress of groundwater, and assisting in the
control of the migration of landfill gas. The selected liner system must achieve consistent performance and be
compatible with the expected leachate for the design life of the facility.
2.8 Recommended Capping System

The main objectives in designing a capping system are to:
• Minimise infiltration of water into the waste;
• Promote surface drainage and maximise run off;
• Control gas migration; and
• Provide a physical separation between waste, and plant and animal life.
The capping system normally includes a number of components which are selected to meet the above objectives.
2.9 Environmental Monitoring Systems

The waste dum p sites should have permanent groundwater monitoring plan which can sufficiently monitor its
impact, both temporally and spatially. Groundwater monitoring wells should be installed for periodic quality
check. A record of quality and water level at regular interval should be maintained and made available to the
DM-ED, when required.
The waste dump site should have a per manent groundwater dewatering system which can operate to keep
groundwater below safe level (if groundwater rise poses a threat on system).
The environmental monitoring system should include alarm system for any air and water contamination incidents
and emergency evacuation plan.
Appendix 1 - Groundwater Protected Zones
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10,000 Meters GW_~ _zona_Jl
NOTE:
(1 ) T he Inner Protection Zone (ZoneA) lies more distant f rom t he wellhead a nd pr<111'ides protectio n against contaminatio n. T he risk of baaerial co ntamination from land use
is greatly reduced in t his Zo ne but s ignificant pollut io n risks st ill persist f rom petro le um products, c hlo rinated sol~ nts and persistent che mica ls o r activit ies. This const it ute a
wellfield o r part of sub-basin i.e. relatively sma lle r in size in co mparison to the e nt ire well head basin. It is very s ignificant in terms of public healt h a nd si nce it is relatively small
in size, imple mentation a nd e nforceme nt a re more read ily achieved. Its extent is usua lly defined by groundwater travel t ime, whereby a SO days radius is most commo nly a pplied.
(2 ) T he intermediate Protection Zone (Zone B) (or total source capture area) e nco mpasses t he e nt ire co ntribut ion zo ne of t he groundwat er catchment a rea. It provides
p rotection against persistent contamina nts. In sit uatio ns of inte ns ive g roundwater exploitation it is a 1so signific ant in terms of resource conse rvation for potable water s upply.
TDS contour line o f 2000 mg/I (encompasses zo ne A fully) is conside red as Zone B boundary.
(3 ) T he groundwater-protected zo nes restrict certain types o f activ it ies a nd la nd use pattern. A co mplete detail of Techn ical Guida nce for Gro undwater protected areas in
Emirate of Dubai can be o btaine d from NRCS.
(4 ) Please a lso refe r t o the NRCS' Technica l Guid ance for Gro undwat e r Protected Areas in Emirate o f Dubai 20 20 availa ble in t he DM Website.
Appendix 2 - Baseline Groundwater Quality Parameters
S.No. Parameter Unit of measurement
Coordinates of sampling location(s)
Date/time of sampling
Sampled after well purging by (Bailer/Pump)
Total Project area
Depth to water level (m)
Physical parameters
1 pH
2 Temp Degree Celsius
3 Color
4 Turbidity NTU
5 E Conductivity micros/cm
6 TDS mg/L
7 Total Hardness mg/Las CaCO 3
8 Residual chlorine mg/Las Cl,
Inorganic parameters
9 Sodium mg/L
10 Potassium mg/L
11 Calcium mg/L 139
12 Magnesium mg/L
13 Sulphate mg/L
14 Nitrate mg/L
15 Phosphate mg/L
16 Total Nitrogen mg/L
17 Chloride mg/L
18 Aluminium µg/ L
19 Arsenic µg/ L
20 Cadmium µg/ L
21 Chromium µg/ L
22 Cobalt µg/ L
23 Copper µg/L
24 Iron µg/L
25 Lead µg/L
26 Molybdenum µg/ L
27 Boron µg/L
28 Barium µg/L
29 Beryllium µg/L
30 Manganese µg/ L
31 Zinc µg/ L
32 Mercury µg/ L
S.No. Parameter Unit of measurement
Miscellaneous parameters
33 Oil & Grease-Free oil mg/L
34 Pesticides-Non Chlorinated mg/L
35 Phenols mg/L
36 Benzene mg/L
37 Hydrogen sulphide mg/L
38 Total Cyanide mg/L
39 Dissolved Oxygen mg/L
40 Biochemical Oxygen Demand mg/L
41 1, 2 dichloroethane mg/L
42 Dichloromethane mg/L
Microbial parameters
43 E. Coli CFU/100 ml
44 Total Coliform CFU/100 ml
45 Total Bacterial Count CFU/100 ml @37 degree Celcius
i. WHO drinking water standard to be followed for Lower detection limit (LDL)
ii. Dutch Intervention Value (DIV, 2000) parameters* & limits to be followed for area other than protected area
iii. WHO drinking standard limits to be followed for prot ected area
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Appendix 3 - Baseline Soil Quality Parameters
S. No. Parameter Unit of Measurement

Sampling date
Soil sample coordinates
Depth to water level (m)
Representative sample depth (cm) as follows: 0 cm - 50 cm - 100 cm
Physical parameters
1 pH
2 E Conductivity microS/cm
3 SAR Ratio
4 ESP Ratio
5 Gypsum% %
6 Estimated Organic Matter %OM
7 Zn, Mn, Fe, Cu, Al, Co, Cd, Pb, As, Cr, Ni, Hg, CN· Mg/kg
8 Soil texture (USDA classification)
Quantitative assessment
1 Cut and fill volume Cubic meter
2 Agricultural soil Cubic meter
3 Non-agricultural soil Cubic meter
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Appendix S - Well Abandonment

Well Abandonment Report
Make a report detailing the method statement described below, including the field activity pictures.
1. Take photos for the existing well before closing.
2. Remove all accessories cable, pump & whole screen (or till 3-10 feet) from the existing wells.
3. Fill the groundwater well by natural sand, Bentonite, soil, and gravel. These material should be
uncontaminated (take photos for the material / sand).
4. The impervious layer depth slot should be filled with impervious sealing material.
5. Fill the top layer 3 to 5 meters of the well by Bentonite mixed with water, the impervious seal/layer, to
avoid the groundwater from any type of contamination.
Schematic Diagram to Show Depth Wise Sealing Material
Remove casing minimum of 2

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/ feet below grade
Fill Topsoil
Bentonite
Neat cement grout
Impervious
"'aterial (clay)
Appendix 6 - Standard Content for Soil and Groundwater Resources Study
Hydrogeological
Section Contents EIAS EIAR
Study
Regional-Geology, Hydrogeology ✓ ✓
Hydrology (Rainfall, Runoff, flood-scenario, Infiltration, ✓ ✓

Surface water flows, ponds, drainage & sewerage)
Introduction
Identification of direct & indirect threats from existing & ✓ ✓ ✓
proposed landuse
Local-Geology, Hydrogeology & Storm water handling ✓ ✓ ✓
Establish baseline Groundwater & Soil conditions ✓ ✓ ✓
Sampling maps (Location coordinates, sampling photos) ✓ ✓ ✓
Representative Groundwater levels & Quality ✓ ✓ ✓
Depth to groundwater, Groundwater elevation maps ✓ ✓
Integration of Geotechnical finding (Lithology, structure, ✓ ✓

Baselines permeability, water level, SPT etc) and conclusion drawn
Tidal effect on groundwater, Sea-water intrusion ✓ ✓
Additional aquifer tests to understand aquifer behaviors ✓ ✓
Environmental soil testing & quantitative assessment ✓ ✓
Quantify different water use types ✓ ✓ ✓
Groundwater budget integrating all influential components ✓ ✓
Conceptual Develop conceptual Gw model integrating all In & OUT ✓ ✓ ✓

model components (in text & as schematic diagram)
Numerical Develop initial conditions with site specific aquifer ✓
Modeling parameters and steady state model
142 Transient stage-Calibration & Validation ✓
Relevant stress futuristic Scenarios ✓
Impact assess Quantify different water types and discuss impact on ✓ ✓

(during groundwater level rise, decline, change in flow pattern
project & Impact of activities and landuse on Groundwater quality ✓ ✓ ✓
post project) Short & long term impact ✓ ✓ ✓
on Soil &
✓ ✓ ✓
groundwater Identify risks on Soil & Groundwater resources
Impact/Risk Assessments ✓ ✓ ✓
Discuss worst case impact & preparedness ✓ ✓
Management Description of Project specific impact & mitigation measures ✓ ✓ ✓

& monitoring Develop & prioritize categories of impacts/Risks based on
✓ ✓ ✓
control plans their severity
Environmental monitoring Report ✓ ✓ ✓
Environmental improvement plan ✓ ✓

Annex4
Part 4
Guidance on Biodiversity Baseline Assessments
Biological Environment
Baseline studies of biodiversity resources provide a reference point against which any future changes associated
with a Project can be assessed and offer information for subsequent monitoring of biodiversity performance.
A comprehensive baseline study should identify (both in the immediate and wider area around a Project site)
habitats that will be affected, the range and status ofthe main species groups that live in the area, the potential
presence and status of protected areas or other important areas for biodiversity, and any potential impacts
to ecosystem services that might have local, regional or global impacts. A list of good practices on conducting
ecology survey is provided in Appendix 2 of this Annex.
The following should be provided in the description of the biological environment:

• Assessment of flora and fauna present within the impact zone of the Project delineating season and
duration:
o Conservation status of each species should be highlighted as categorised by national and
international authorities
o Diversity indices should represent the condition of the species, habitats and communities.
• Assessment of, but not limited to, potential damage to terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna due to
discharge of effluents and gaseous emission, air pollution, land use and landscape changes from the
144 Project during construction and operational phases.
• Assessment of, but not limited to, damage to aquatic (freshwater and marine) flora and fauna (including
commercial fishing) due to physical disturbances, alterations and effect of any activity during the
construction and operational phases.
• Description of potential biological stresses within the impact zone of the proposed Project.
• Description of measures in relation to its impact on the biological diversity in the Project area or its
adjacent areas in accordance to the mitigation hierarchy.
Employment of Assessment Methods

Results in the employment of methods should be quantifiable and should not be presented only as qualitative.
For aquatic environment, the following taxa and ecosytems should be assessed, including but not limited to:
• Mammalia
• Reptilia
• Fishes
• Phytoplankton
• Zooplankton
• Invertebrates (including macro-benthos, meo-benthos)
• Seaweeds (macroalgae)
• Benthos and associated communities (shoreline, intertidal, etc.)
• Coral reefs
• Seagrass and associated species
• Mangroves
The following standard technique/s should be employed, otherwise, accepted published protocols should be
described appropriately and justified:
• Bibby, C. J., Burgess, N. D., Hill, D. A. and Mustoe, 5. H. (2000) Bird Census Techniques. Second
edition. London: Academic Press.
• English 5, Wilkinson CR and Baker VJ. (1994) Survey Manual for Tropical Marine Resources. Australian
Institute of Marine Science. 368 p.
• Glasson, J ., Therivel, R. and Chadwick, A. (1999). Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment.
UCL press Ltd. London & Philadelphia; USA.
• Mueller-Dombois, D. and Ellenberg, H. 1974. Aims and Methods of Vegetation Ecology. Wiley,
New York. 547 pp.
• Rau, J.G. and Wooten, D. C. (1980). Environmental Impact Analysis Handbook. New York, McGraw Hill.
• Standard Survey Methods for Key Habitats and Key Species in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. PERSGA
Technical Series No. 10. PERSGA, Jeddah.
• Standard Techniques should be followed for assessment of shoreline assessment and intertidal benthic
fauna (English et al. 1994).
• UNEP. (1988). Environmental Impact Assessment- Basic Procedures for Developing Countries. The
World Bank.
For terrestrial environment, the follow ing taxa should be assessed, including but not limited to:
• Flora
• Mammalia 145
• Aves
• Reptilia
• Amphibia
Standard technique/s described in the following should be employed, otherwise, accepted published protocols
should be described appropriately and justified.
Flora
Detailed accounts of vegetation units noted in the field should be described in accordance with the relevant
literature for Dubai/ UAE (e.g. Deil & Muller-Hohenstein, 1996; Brown & Sakkir, 2004; Brown & Boer, 2005;
Feulner, 2011; Deil & Muller-Hohenstein, 1996 ).
The following methods for vegetation survey and abundance assessment should be used:
• Line intercept method to estimate percentage cover (Kent & Coker 1994).
• Point quarter plot (Bonham 1989; Dix 1961; Risser & Zedler 1968).
• Bonham, C.D. 1989. Measurements for terrestrial vegetation. John Wiley Sons, New York. pp. 159-
164.
• Brown, G. & Sakkir, 5. (2004). The vascular plants of Abu Dhabi Emirate. Internal Research Report,
Environmental Research and Wildlife Development Agency (now Environment Agency), Abu Dhabi.
• Brown, G. & Boer, B. (2005). Terrestrial Plants. In: Hellyer, P. & Aspinall 5. (eds.), The Emirates-A
Natural History. Trident Press, London. pp. 141-155.
• Deil, U. & Muller-Hohenstein, K. (1996): An outline ofthe vegetation of Dubai (UAE) - Verhandlungen
der Gesellschaft fur Okologie 25: 77-95.
• Dix, R.L. 1961. An application of t he point-centered quarter method to the sampling of grassland
vegetation. Journal of Range Management 1 4:63-69.
• Feulner, G.R. (2011). The flora of the Ru'us al-Jibal - The mountains of the Musandam Peninsula: An
annotated checklist and selected observations. Tribulus 19: 4- 153.
• Kent M., Coker P. 1994. Vegetation description and analysis. A practical approach. Belhaven Press,
London, 363.
• Mueller-Dombois, D. a nd Ellenberg, H. (1974). Aims and Methods of Vegetation Ecology. Wiley,
New York. 547 pp.
• Risser, P.G., a nd P.H. Zedler. (1968.) An evaluation of the grassland quarter method. Ecology 49:1006-
1009
• DAFOR: This method is used for assessing abundances of plants over large areas. It is a density or
cover measure. This involves simply assigning each species as dominant, abundant, frequent, occasional
or rare ('DAFOR'). These classes have no strict definitio n a nd the Environmental Consultant must
decide based on their professional judgement and interpretation, including the scoring system based
on relative cover or density of species.
• Quadrats: Quadrats are for measuring abundances of sessile species in a ny vegetation, including
aquatic macrophytes. Quadrats can be used to measure density, frequency, cover o r biomass. They a re
used to define sample areas within t he study area and are usually four strips of wood, metal or rigid
plastic, which are fixed together to form a square. It can be useful to use bolts so that t he quadrat can
be dismantled for storage or transport. For aquatic macrophytes, a wood or plastic frame will float and
can be used to sample floating or emergent vegetation on the water surface.
146 • Point Quadrats: Point quadrats are used for estimating cover of grasses, herbs, mosses, etc. in short
vegetation. A point quadrat is a t hin rod with a sharpened tip, and should usually be made of metal
for rigidity and strength. Good materials are thick gauge wire, welding rod, knitting needles and even
bicycle spokes. The point quadrat is lowered vertically through t he vegetation and various recording
methods can be used to get various types of data.
• Transects: Transects can be used for a variety of survey purposes in any vegetatio n. Standard
techniques should be followed as per Mueller-Dombios, D. and Ellenberg, H. (1974) Aims and Methods
of Vegetation Ecology, Wiley, New York.
Reptiles
Most com mon survey method employed to estimate t he abundance of reptiles involve capturing individuals.
Summary of Methods Suitable for Various Groups
Method Snakes Lizards Turtles
Hand capturing * * *
Noosing +
Trapping ? + +
Marking individuals * * *
* Method usually applicable, + method often applicable,? method sometimes applicable.
Birds
Birds are among the easiest of animals to census. They are often brightly coloured, highly vocal at certain times
of the year and relatively easy to see. They are also very po pular, with the result that high-quality field
guides are available in most parts of the world and t here are many professionals and amateurs with a high level
of identification skills. Because of this popularity, t hey are undoubtedly the most frequently surveyed of all
taxonomic groups. Bibby et al. (2000) gives an excellent and detailed review of techniques.
Summary of Methods Suitable for Various Groups
Method Water-birds Seabirds Wading birds Raptors Near-passerines Passerines
Line tran sects
Point transects
+
?
• +
?
+
?
+
+ .•
•
Counting colonial nests
Counting roosts and flocks .
+
. ? +
?
?
?
Counting migrants + ?
Indirect counts + ?
Tape playback + + ? ?
\ocal individualitv ? ? ? ? ? ?
* Method usually applicable, + method often applicable. ? method sometimes applicable.
Mammals
Census methods for mammals depend critically on the size of the species and its natural history. If species are
diurnal, common and highly visible, t he census problem is relatively simple. If species are nocturnal, rare and
difficult to detect, the census problems are most difficult. As in all ecological census work, the Environmental
Consultant shall decide t he purpose of the study and t he level of precision required. The following methods
should be used:
• Line transects
• Feeding signs
• Pellet count
• Camera traps
• S herman traps
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Marine Mammals
Approaches to evaluating marine mammals from a biodiversity perspective are s ig nificantly different to most
other marine organisms because of t he geographic scale of distributions, and t he conservation status of many
of the species which are found in the region. Standard techniques that should be used to assess the marine
fauna include:
• PERSGA (2010), Evans & Hammond (2004). Standard Survey Methods for Key Habitats and Key
Species in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. PERSGA Technical Series No. 10 (2010). PERSGA, Jeddah.
• Evans, P.G.H. & Hammond, P.S. 2004. Monitoring cetaceans in European waters. Mammal Review, 34,
131-156.
Shoreline Assessment and Int ertidal Benthic

Standard techniques that should be followed for assessment of shoreline a nd intertidal benthic fauna include:
• PERSGA (2010), Evans & Hammond (2004). Standard Survey Methods for Key Habitats and Key
Species in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. PERSGA Technical Series No. 10 (2010). PERSGA, Jeddah.
• English 5, Wilkinson CR and Baker VJ. (1994) Survey Manual for Tropical Marine Resources. Australia n
Institute of Ma rine Science. 368 p.
Habitat Description
Habitat of the Project area should be classified with reference to t he following:
• Brown, G. & Boer, B. (2004) Interpretation Manual of the Major Terrestrial Natural and Semi-Natural
Habitat Types of Abu Dhabi Emirate. - ERWDA Internal Research Report. 62 pp.
• Al Dhaheri, 5., Javed, 5., Alzahlawi, N., Binkulaib, R., Cowie, W., Grandcourt, E. a nd Ka bshawi, M. (2017).
Abu Dhabi Emirate Habitat Classification a nd Protection Guideline. Environment Agency Abu-Dhabi.
The following components should be included in the EIAR for Projects that will have impacts on the sensitive
areas described in the following paragraph:
o Vulnerability Assessment
o Flight Path Assessment
o Bird-Friendly Building Design Plan
o Translocation and Conservation Plan
Sensitive Areas:
• Areas with important regulating services in terms of maintaining biodiversity such as Protected areas:
defined as "A clearly defined geographical space, recognised, dedicated and managed, through legal
or other effective means, to achieve the long-term conservation of nature with associated ecosystem
services and cultural values" (IUCN,2008). The Protected Area Network in the Emirate of Dubai is
presented in Appendix 1 of this Annex.
• Areas containing threatened ecosystems outside of formally protected areas, where certain classes of
activities would always require an impact assessment at an appropriate level of detail.
• Areas identified as being important for the maintenance of key ecological or evolutionary processes,
where certain classes of activities would always require an impact assessment at an appropriate level
of detail.
• Areas known to be habitat for threatened species, which would always require an impact assessment
at an appropriate level of detail.
• Areas with important regulating services for maintaining natural processes with regard to soil, water,
148 or air, where impact assessment at an appropriate level of detail is always required. Examples can
be wetlands, highly erodable or mobile soils protected by vegetation (e.g. steep slopes, dunefields),
forested areas, coastal or offshore buffer areas, etc.
• Areas with important provisioning services, where impact assessment at an appropriate level of detail
is always required. Examples can be extractive reserves, lands and waters traditionally occupied or
used by local communities, fish breeding grounds, etc.
• Areas with important cultural services, where impact assessment at an appropriate level of detail is
always required. Examples can be scenic landscapes, heritage sites, sacred sites, etc.
• Areas with other relevant ecosystem services (such as flood storage areas, groundwater recharge
areas, catchment areas, areas with valued landscape quality, etc.); the need for impact assessment
and/or the level of assessment is to be determined (depending on the screening system in place).
• Species with conservation status higher that "least Concern" or "Data Deficient" categorised under
IUCN or Local threat categories.
Wildlife Translocation
The translocation of wildlife should be carried out as per the guidelines given below:
• Translocation, Handling, and Restoration of Wildlife in the Emirate of Dubai, NRCS, Dubai Municipality.
• IUCN/SSC (2013). Guidelines for Reintroductions and Other Conservation Translocations. Version
1.0. Gland, Switzerland: IUCN Species Survival Commission, viiii + 57 pp.
Fill Data
Data gathered during EIA should be submitted in the format below along with the submission ofthe EIA report.
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• Brown G. and Boer B. (2004). Interpretation Manual for the Major Terrestrial Natural and Semi -
natural Habitat Types of Abu Dhabi Emirate. Environmental Research and Wildlife Development
Agency, Abu Dhabi.
• Al Dhaheri, 5., Javed, 5., Alzahlawi, N., Binkulaib, R., Cowie, W., Grandcourt, E. and Kabshawi, M. (2017).
Abu Dhabi Emirate Habitat Classification and Protection Guideline. Environment Agency Abu-Dhabi.
Appendix 1- Protected Area Network in the Emirate of Dubai
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Appendix 2- Good Practice on Conducting Ecology Survey
Good Practice on Conducting Ecology Survey
• Assess the scale of the whole area surrounding the potential development site for which the impact is to be assessed i.e. the study area
for each impact type should be an ecologically meaningful unit. For example, if a road is to pass through a heathland, the ecological survey
should consider the entire heathland rather than just the road route, and impacts on hydrology should be considered in the context of
the appropriate watershed rather than a fixed corridor.
• Decide on the main season o r whether through the year surveys are required, considering the importance of the site in migration,
breeding and winter periods.
• Assess the level of normal variation to be expected. Does the population ofsome species fluctuate wildly? Are key species elusive? Decide
the number and spread of visits e.g. generally 5-10 visits are required to adequately detect birds from a range of habitats, with five being
the minimum.
• Decide whether to conduct a full survey or a sample survey. If t he area is especially large a sample survey may be better unless the area
is composed of a mosaic of different habitats, in which case, a stratified design would be more appropriate.
• Decid e on the specific method - whole wildlife community or is the location of key species more important. If a compromise is promoted
usually neither the common species nor the rarer ones will be adequately covered.
• Assess the skills of the observer/recorder and use t rained staff. It is important that professionals who understand the process of
interpretation are employed. Specialist amateurs may need to be approached to cover some difficult groups.
• Decid e early on the methods to be used to capture data (maps, recording forms, etc) and how it will be computerised.
• Determine the best methods of presenting the data e.g. mean monthly maxima, graphically presented, in map form, as territory clusters,
as mean and maximum counts per season, as bird-days, and/or as an index. This will often be species specific.
• Decide whether and how to incorporate existing d ata from a diversity of sources. Provide an assessment of its strengths/limitations for
EIA purposes, recognizing that much of the data will have been collected for different objectives and so is unlikely to be available in a
standard format.
Environmental Compliance Conditions for Development
and Infrastructure Projects
General Environmental Compliance Conditions

1. Prior approval shall be secured from the Environmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS) for any
modification / change in the Project or inclusion of new Projects components, or establishment of any
additional facilities, such as temporary concrete batching plants, not covered by the Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA). The request of amendment of EC from the EPSS should be made by the Project Owner at
least thirty (30) days prior to the change.
2. The Environmental Clearance (EC) shall be renewed at least thirty (30) days prior to its expiry date. The
renewal of the EC is subject to the compliance of the Project Owner and/or its appointed contractors and
operator to the compliance conditions stipulated herein/or additional Project-specific requirements indicated
in the issued EC, and payment of outstanding fees and penalties as a result of violations in the future, if any.
3. The EC does not exempt the Project Owner and/or its appointed contractors and operator from securing other
government approvals or preclude other agencies/departments from enforcing their rules and regulations.
4. All applicable OM permit requirements shall be obtained and complied with. These include, but not limited
to, permits from the OM Waste Management Department for the disposal of all wastes (e.g. solid, liquid,
including sludge and hazardous waste), and permit from the EPSS for Storage of Dangerous Goods, if any.
5. All air and noise emissions to the environment shall comply with the applicable Environmental Laws and
Regulations in the UAE and Emirate of Dubai.
6. Discharge of any wastewater/ effluent generated from the Project implementation shall, at all times, comply
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with the applicable discharge limits/standards enforced by the concerned OM Departments.
7. All chemicals that shall be used for the buildings' maintenance, cooling system, firefighting equipment,
among others, shall have zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) or low global warming potential (GWP).
8. All required sampling and analyses shall be conducted by the Dubai Central Laboratory (DCL) and/or any
laboratory accredited by the Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC), formerly Dubai Accreditation
Centre (DAC).
9. A copy of the EC shall be kept at the Project site at all times. The Project Owner and/or its appointed
contractors and operator shall allow access, and provide assistance to the authorised OM-ED officers and
engineers in carrying out inspections, incident investigations, taking of pictures, and in obtaining relevant
information such as onsite sources of emissions and effluent discharges at anytime, except if it is unsafe to
do so.
10.The construction and/ or operation activities shall not cause any environmental pollution or any complaints
from the public and its adjacent communities. In case of environmental pollution and/or complaints, the
Project Owner and/or its appointed contractors and operator shall implement appropriate corrective actions,
settle environmental disputes, and bear all responsibilities on any environmental damages and cost for any
remediation thereof.
11.Any environment-related incidents and complaints shall be reported immediately to the Environmental
Control Section (ECS) within twenty-four (24) hours. The incident report shall describe the likely cause,
the time of occurrence, and the conditions under which an incident occurred, the extent of impact, and the
remedial actions undertaken. In such events, a registered Environmental Consultant shall be appointed to
determine and supervise the necessary corrective actions to be undertaken, and conduct the necessary
monitoring activities to ensure compliance to the prescribed standards.
12.A semi-annual Environmental Performance Report (EPR), including environmental protection measures
implementation and monitoring, and a brief description with photo documentation of the construction
progress (as applicable) shall be submitted to [email protected] within seven (7) days after each reporting
period. The subject of the email submission should indicate the reference number of the EC issued for the
Project.
Specific Conditions for Projects with Odour Emitting Sources
The following compliance conditions shall be a pplicable for, but not limited to, Projects with sources of odourous
gases such as Municipal Solid Waste Recovery or Recycling Facility, Landfill or Composting Facility, etc., in
addition to the General Environmental Compliance Conditions (except for condition nos. 7 and 12):
13. Adequate controls and mitigation measures shall be implemented for all air e missions associated with the
Project activities. All emissions to t he a ir environment shall comply with the limits provided in the Cabinet
Decree No. (12) of 2006. The ambient concentration of the below odourous gases shall not exceed the
following limits at plot boundaries and nearby sensitive receptor(s).
Ambient Air (Odour)
Parameter Standard Limit Source of Standard Limit
H 2S * 7 µg/m 3 (30- min averaging) WHO
NH 3 * 30 µg/m 3 (30- min averaging) NIH, US
Dimethyl disulphide 56 µg/m 3 ( 10- min averaging)
Ontario's Ambient Air Quality
Dimethyl sulphide 30 µg/m 3 ( 10-min averaging)
Criteria
Methyl mercaptan 13 µg/m 3 (10- min averaging)
*Continuous measurement for 24 hrs at plot boundary and nearby sensitive receptor(s)
14. Whenever a foul odour complaint arises,the Project Owner/Operator shall conduct an air quality monitoring
of t he parameters listed in condition no. 13 at t he odour control unit exhaust, plot boundaries, and at
nearby sensitive receptors, for at least 1-hour to 24-hours (continuous) extendable to seven (7) days. The
monitoring instrument should have an averaging t ime of at least 10 minutes, including records of wind
direction and valid calibration certificate.
15. A semi-annual Environmental Performance Re port (EPR) including environmental protection measures
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implementation and monitoring and a brief description with photo documentation of the constructio n
progress (as applicable). The EPR should include quarterly air quality monitoring report for the parameters
listed in condition no. 13 with t he meteorological data and monitoring location map. The EPR shall be
submitted to [email protected] wit hin seven (7) days after each reporting period. The subject of the email
submission should indicate the reference number of the EC issued for the Project.
Specific Conditions for Fuel Filling Stations

In addition to the General Environmental Compliance Condit ions (except fo r condition nos. 7 and 12), the
following conditions shall be applicable:
16. The fuel storage tanks and fuel dispensing equipment shall be provided with adequate vapour recovery
systems (VRS Stages 1 & 2) and shall be operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations.
17. All chemicals t hat will be used for t he buildings' maintenance a nd firefighting equipment, including the
refrigerant for the VRS shall have zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) or low global warming potential
(GWP).
18. All measures to prevent a nd/or control the spillage / leaks of petroleum products and chemicals from a ll
relevant activities during the operation shall be implemented based on the Environmental Management
Plan (EMP) framework in the approved EIAS.
Specific Conditions for Coastal/Marine Projects

In addition to the General Environmental Compliance Conditions (except for condit ion no. 1 2), the following
conditions shall be applicable:
19. A construct ion No Objection Certificates (NOC) shall be obt ained from t he Coastal Environment Sectio n
(CES) prior to commencement of any marine construction works, which should include a Construction
Environmental Control Plan (CECP).
20. Any liquid fuel, oil and chemical shall be stored within impermeable secondary containment (bunded area).
For a single-walled fuel tank, t he secondary containment shall be at least 110% of the tank. For multiple
drums and containers, the secondary containment must be 110% of t he largest drum or 25% of the
combined full capacity of all drums and containers. Spill kits must be located close to the designated storage
area, and must be appropriate for the quantity and type of chemicals, oil and fuel stored on site.
21. Lightweight non-hazardous construction waste (paper, plastic, polystyrene) shall o nly be stored in bins and
containers with lids, and t hey shall be emptied regularly to prevent overfilling and spilling. Similarly, t hey will
be transported in closed waste t rucks.
22. Hazardous waste shall temporarily be stored on site within a bunded area with impermeable surface, no
connection to the drainage network or a surface water body. In the event of a spill, contaminated sand/soil
shall be excavated immediately, and temporar ily stored on site at t he designated hazardous waste area. All
hazardous waste shall be collected and disposed of at a licensed landfill for hazardous waste, by a licensed
OM-approved waste contractor. Chain of custody records of collection and disposal of the contaminated soil
as hazardous waste shall be retained on site.
23. A quarterly Environmental Perfo rmance Report (EPR) including but not limited to, environmental
protection measures implementation and monitoring, monthly laboratory analysis results, monitoring
locations, and a brief description with photo documentation of the construction progress shall be
submitted to EPR@ dm.gov.ae within seven (7) days after each reporting period. The subject of the email
submission should indicate the reference number of the EC issued for t he Project.
Specific Conditions for Projects Near, Beside, or Within the Protected or Conservation Area or
Environmentally Sensitive Area
In addition to the General Environmental Compliance Conditions (except for condition no. 12), the following
154 conditions shall be applicable:
24. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) shall be obtained from t he Natural Resources Conservation Section
(NRCS) prior to commencement of any activities within the Protected o r Conservation Area.
25. A Translocation Plan for the species that will be impacted by t he Project s hall be submitted to the NRCS
wit hin t hirty (30) days from the date of issuance of t he EC.
26. Implement necessary measures to protect any fauna or flora with conservation status categorised higher
than "Least Concern" encountered duringthe Project implementation as per requirements of NRCS Technical
Guideline on the Translocation, Handling, and Restoration of Wildl ife in the Emirate of Dubai.
27. Any ecological-related incident shall be reported to the NRCS within twenty-four (24) hours. The
incident report shall describe the likely cause, t he t ime of occurrence, and the conditions under which an
incident occurred, the extent of impact, and the remedial actions undertaken. In such events, a registered
Environmental Consultant shall be appointed to determine and supervise the necessary corrective actions
to be undertaken, and conduct t he necessary monitoring activities to ensure compliance to the prescribed
standards.
28. A semi-annual Environmental Performance Report (EPR), including but not limited to, environmental
protection measures implementation and monitoring, monthly laboratory analysis results, monitoring
locations, and a brief description with photo documentation ofthe construction progress shall be submitted
within seven (7) days after each reporting period. For Projects located within the protected or conservation
area, EPR should be submitted to [email protected]. For Projects located near or beside t he protected or
conservation area or in a n e nvironmentally sensitive area, EPR should be submitted to [email protected].
The subject of the email submission should indicate the reference number of the EC issued for the Project.
Specific Conditions for Projects with Permanent Lagoon, Lake or Man-made Surface Water Features:
In addition to the General Environmental Compliance Conditions, the following conditions shall be applicable:
29. The establishment or operation of closed permanent lagoon, lake, or man-made surface water features
(hereafter collectively referred to as "lagoon") shall be carried out only after obtaining the necessary
Environmental Clearance (EC) from DM-ED.
30. Periodic maintenance shall be carried out to ensure that the water quality is maintained within the allowable
limits specified in the Environmental Standards as per the following table:
Environmental Standards for Water Quality of Closed Lagoons
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Physical/ Chemical Parameters
1 Ammonium in the form of Nitrogen NH4 -N mg/L 1
2 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5-days) BODS mg/L 10
3 Chemical Oxygen Demand COD mg/L 50
Dissolved oxygen from the surface and
4 DO mg/L >5 or 90% saturation
up to 2 meters (m) from the bottom
5 Dissolved oxygen at the bottom DO mg/L >4
6 Fluorine F mg/L 20
7 Nitrate in the form of Nitrogen NO3 N mg/L 15
8 Oils & Grease mg/L <1
9 pH - 6-9
10 Phenols mg/L 0.001
11 Phosphate in the form of Phosphorus PO 4 P mg/L 0.1
12 Sulphide in the form of Sulphur 5-2 mg/L 0.1
13 Cyanide CN mg/L 0.05 155
14 Surface Plankton mg/L 0.02
15 Total Suspended Solids TSS mg/L Maximum 20
16 Turbidity NTU 75
Metals
17 Aluminum Al mg/L 5
18 Arsenic As mg/L 0.05
19 Cadmium Cd mg/L 0.05
20 Chromium (Chromium 6) Cr mg/L 0.05
21 Cobalt Co mg/L 0.2
22 Copper Cu mg/L 0.5
23 Total Iron Fe mg/L 2
24 Lead Pb mg/L 0.1
25 Manganese Mn mg/L 0.2
26 Mercury Hg mg/L 0.001
27 Molybdenum Mo mg/L 0.01
28 Nickel Ni mg/L 0.1
29 Selenium Se mg/L 0.02
30 Silver Ag mg/L 0.005
31 Zinc Zn mg/L 0.1
31. No gases that impart foul odour shall be emitted beyond the applicable allowable limits as per the laws,
regulations, and legislations in the Emirate of Dubai.
32. An increase in algal growth that may cover the water surface shall be prevented and controlled.
33. The growth of plants and grasses, which can distort the aesthetic view of the lagoon and can cause
generation of unpleasant odour, shall be prevented and controlled.
34. Necessary approval shall also be secured from Public Health and Safety Department for t he lagoon.
35. Relevant conditions and standards related to animal health shall be taken into consideration in cases when
there are identified organisms or species of concern in the area where the lagoon is located.
36. The water from the lagoon shall not be discharged or replaced without the applicable permit issued by the
DM Waste Management Department (D M-WMD).
37. The sludge and sediment in the lagoon shall not be disposed without the applicable permit issued by the
DM Waste Management Department (D M-WMD).
38. Environmental status report regarding the lagoon shall be submitted to [email protected] as part of the EPR.
39. The Project Owner/ Operator ofthe lagoon shall take samples and carry out analysis through any laboratory
accredited by the Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC), formerly Dubai Accreditation Center
(DAC), for the specific environmental tests, to measure the levels of the concentrations of the odorous
elements in order to verify the compliance with all the environmental requirements and standards. The
Project Owner / Operator shall bear all the cost related to the monitoring and analysis of environmental
samples. The monitoring report shall be submitted to [email protected] on a quarterly basis.
PART 1 - List of Major Industrial Activities (Category A)
Activity Name License Type Old Activity Code New Activity Code
Farming of cows Professional 12101 141001
Farming of Poultry Professional 12201 146001
Egg Production Professional 12203 146002
Organic Waste & Garbage Treatment Industrial 153303 1080005
Paper Manufacturing Industrial 210100 1701002
Fuel Production Industrial 232001 1920001
Petroleum Gas Liquefaction Industrial 232003 1920002
Asphalt & Paving Materials Manufacturing Industrial 232006 1920005
Grease & Lubricants Manufacturing Industrial 232007 1920008
Natural Gas Liquefaction Industrial 232002 1920013
Sulfur Manufacturing Industrial 241103 2011003
Petrochemical Manufacturing Industrial 241104 2011004
Gas Liquefaction & Manufacturing Industrial 241105 2011005
Composed Industrial Chemicals Manufacturing Industrial 241108 2011010
Acid Manufacturing Industrial 241101 2011014
Organic Fertilizer Manufacturing Industrial 241202 2012001
Chemical Fertilizers Manufacturing Industrial 241201 2012007
Agricultural Pesticides Manufacturing Industrial 242102 2021002
Paint Manufacturing Industrial 242201 2022001
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Anti Corrosion Materials Manufacturing Industrial 242203 2022002
Insulation Materials Manufacturing Industrial 242204 2022003
Synthetic Resins Manufacturing Industrial 241109 2029005
Oilfields Chemicals Manufacturing Industrial 242904 2029011
Rubber Products Manufacturing Industrial 251901 2219001
Clinker Manufacturing Industrial 269512 2394001
Cement Manufacturing Industrial 269501 2394005
Precast Building Manufacturing Industrial 269507 2395001
Ready Mixed Concrete Manufacturing Industrial 269506 2395002
Iron and Steel Smelter Industrial 271001 2410103
Aluminum Smelter Industrial 272001 2420002
Aluminum Extrusion Industrial 289102 2591002
Batteries Manufacturing Industrial 314001 2720001
Dry batteries Manufacturing Industrial 314002 2720002
Dry Docks Operations Industrial 351102 3315008
Production & Distribution of Gas Industrial 402001 3520001
Organic Fuel Production Industrial 401003 3821002
Land fill Waste Gas Recovery Industrial 402002 3821003
Battery Recycling Industrial 371002 3830103
Recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Industrial 371003 3830106
Lubricant Waste Recycling Industrial 372003 3830902
Sewage Grease Treatment Industrial 372009 3830911
Solvents Waste Recycling Industrial 372010 3830913
Crude Fiber Glass Manufacturing Industrial 241303 2013002
Power Generation* Industrial 401001 3510001
Electricity Transmission & Supply* lndustria I 401002 3510002
Crude Petroleum Extraction * Industrial 111001 610001
Natural Gas Extraction * Industrial 111002 620001
Marine Mining * lndustria I 142903 899001
Oil & Natural Gas Well Drilling* lndustria I 112001 910001
Oil & Natural Gas Well Maintenance* lndustria I 112002 910002
Note: For activities marked with *, the Applicant is required to submit the Environmental Cleara nee (EC) application through the service
"Request for Environmental Clearance for Development and Infrastructure Projects" (https:// hub.dm.gov.ae/ link/servicedetails?ServiceCo
deE3486); also refer to Volume 2 - Guidance for Development and Infrastructure Projects.
PART 2 - List of Medium Industrial Activities (Category B)
Farming of Sheep & Goats Industrial 012102 144001
Charcoal Production & Packaging Industrial 020001 220001
Sand Quarrying Industrial 141002 810005
Pebble Quarrying Industrial 141003 810006
Gypsum Mining Industrial 141004 810007
Limestone Quarrying Industrial 141001 810008
Natural Manures Extraction Industrial 142901 891004
SaIt Extraction Industrial 142202 893001
Slaughtering & Meat Preparing Industrial 151101 1010101
Meat Products Manufacturing Industrial 151104 1010102 161
Poultry Slaughtering & Processing Industrial 151102 1010901
Poultry Products Manufacturing Industrial 151105 1010902
Vegetable Oil Production & Refining Industrial 151401 1040101
Vegetable Ghee Manufacturing Industrial 151403 1040102
Animal Oil & Fat Manufacturing Industrial 151402 1040201
Dairy Products Manufacturing & Packing Industrial 152001 1050001
Butter Manufacturing Industrial 152002 1050002
Cheese Manufacturing Industrial 152003 1050003
Crude Sugar Refining Industrial 154201 1072001
Salt Refining Industrial 142201 1079002
Fodder Manufacturing Industrial 153301 1080001
Yarn, Textiles Dyeing & Processing Industrial 171102 1311007
Hides Tanning Industrial 191101 1511001
Tar Manufacturing Industrial 232004 1910002
Petroleum Gas Bottling Industrial 232005 1920003
Lubricants & Grease Refilling Industrial 232008 1920014
Grease & Lubricants Blending Industrial 232009 1920015
Chlorinated Paraffin Oil Manufacturing Industrial 241110 1920016
Ammonia & Caustic Soda Manufacturing Industrial 241102 2011001
Dry Ice Manufacturing Industrial 241106 2011006
Water Treatment & Purification Chemicals
Industrial 242910 2011015
Manufacturing
Chemicals Blending Industrial 241111 2011016
Crude Plastic Manufacturing Industrial 241301 2013001
Ink & Printing Materials Manufacturing Industrial 242206 2022007
Industrial Solvents Manufacturing Industrial 242404 2023007
Gum & Glue Manufacturing Industrial 241107 2029006
Fireworks Manufacturing Industrial 369917 2029023
Medicine Manufacturing Industrial 242301 2100101
Vaccines & lnoculants Manufacturing Industrial 242302 2100102
Medicinal Chemicals Manufacturing Industrial 242303 2100105
Veterinary Medicine Manufacturing Industrial 242304 2100106
Wool Glass Manufacturing Industrial 261003 2310004
Fiber Glass Products Manufacturing Industrial 261004 2310005
Bricks Manufacturing Industrial 269502 2391002
Clay Bricks Manufacturing Industrial 269201 2392002
Constructional Clay Products Manufacturing Industrial 269202 2392005
Mosaic Tiles Manufacturing Industrial 269504 2392006
Concrete Blocks Manufacturing Industrial 269509 2392007
Interlock Tiles Manufacturing Industrial 269510 2392008
Ceramic Tiles Manufacturing Industrial 269203 2393003
Concrete Tiles Manufacturing Industrial 269503 2394002
Kerb Stones Manufacturing Industrial 269505 2394003
Lime Manufacturing Industrial 269902 2394004
Cement Products Manufacturing Industrial 269508 2395005
Gypsum Manufacturing Industrial 269904 2395007
162 Gypsum Products Manufacturing Industrial 269905 2395008
Precast Concrete Tanks Fabrication Industrial 269511 2395011
Concrete Floating Structures Manufacturing Industrial 269603 2395012
Concrete Cloth Manufacturing Industrial 2395013
Artificial Marble Manufacturing Industrial 269910 2396001
Quarries Industrial 269601 2396003
Steel Bars Manufacturing Industrial 271002 2410901
Silver Extraction From Chemical Wastes Industrial 272002 2420004
Gold Refinery Industrial 273205 2420008
Copper Rod Casting Industrial 272003 2420009
Cast Iron Manufacturing Industrial 273102 2431001
Steel Tubes & Fittings Manufacturing Industrial 273104 2431002
Steel Pipes & Fitting Manufacturing Industrial 273101 2431004
Gold & Precious Metal Casting Industrial 273201 2432001
Non-Ferrous Metal Casting Industrial 273202 2432002
Iron & Steel Rolling Industrial 289101 2591001
Aluminum Rolling Industrial 289103 2591003
Aluminum Powder Production Industrial 289104 2591004
Aluminum Alloy Hardener Tablets Manufacturing Industrial 289106 2591006
Metal Products Coating Industrial 289201 2592001
Metal Products Coating With Precious Metals Industrial 289203 2592002
Structural Steel Coating & Treatment Industrial 289202 2592003
Pipelines Coating Industrial 269908 2592008
Products Coating Industrial 289204 2592102
Cooking Oil Mobile Microfiltration Industrial 372007 3821004
Pressurized Cans Recycling Industrial 100032
Fish & Seafood Canning & Preserving Industrial 151201 1020001
Fish & Seafood Processing Vessels Industrial 151203 1020003
Tomato Paste Manufacturing Industrial 151304 1030003
Potato Chips Manufacturing Industrial 151311 1030006
Fruit Juices Manufacturing Industrial 151303 1030009
Date Products Manufacturing Industrial 151316 1030011
Jam Manufacturing Industrial 151308 1030012
Pickle Processing Industrial 151309 1030013
Yogurt Manufacturing Industrial 152004 1050004
Cream of Milk Manufacturing Industrial 152005 1050005
Ice Cream Manufacturing Industrial 152006 1050006
Cerea I Food Manufacturing Industrial 153103 1061003
Cheese Balls Manufacturing Industrial 151314 1061010
Gum Powder Manufacturing Industrial 153106 1061101
Bakery Products Manufacturing Industrial 154101 1071001
Pastry & Sweets Manufacturing Industrial 154102 1071002
Biscuits Manufacturing Industrial 154103 1071005
Sugar Cubes Manufacturing Industrial 154202 1072002
Cocoa & Chocolate Candies Manufacturing Industrial 154302 1073102
Sugar Candies Manufacturing Industrial 154301 1073901
Sesame Halva Manufacturing Industrial 154303 1073902
Pasta & Macaroni Manufacturing Industrial 154401 1074001 163
Baby Food Manufacturing Industrial 154910 1079011
Flavors & Fragrances Manufacturing Industrial 154911 1079012
Mayonnaise Manufacturing Industrial 154916 1079013
Liquid Pasteurized Egg Production Industrial 154914 1079014
Hot Sauce Manufacturing Industrial 154917 1079015
Vinegar Manufacturing Industrial 154912 1079017
Tahina Manufacturing Industrial 154921 1079018
Soup Manufacturing Industrial 154909 1079022
Foods Containing Homogenized Ingredients
Manufacturing
Food Supplements Manufacturing Industrial 154929 1079030
Natural (Organic) Food Manufacturing Industrial 154915 1079031
Frozen Coca Cubes Melting Industrial 154928 1079101
Animal & Birds Feed Manufacturing Industrial 153302 1080002
Non- Alcoholic Malt Beverage Manufacturing Industrial 155405 1104101
Mineral Water Bottling Industrial 155401 1104201
Purification of Potable Water Industrial 410001 3600004
Carbonated Water Manufacturing Industrial 155402 1104203
Soft Drinks Manufacturing Industrial 155403 1104204
Fruit Flavored Drinks Manufacturing Industrial 155404 1104902
Iced Tea Manufacturing Industrial 155406 1104907
Cigarettes Manufacturing Industrial 160001 1200001
Treated Tobacco Manufacturing Industrial 160002 1200002
Cotton, Wool Spinning & Weaving Industrial 171101 1312001
Tents, Awnings & Tarpaulin Manufacturing Industrial 172101 1392001
Carpets Manufacturing Industrial 172201 1393001
Nets Manufacturing Industrial 172301 1394002
Special Purpose Fabrics & Fibers Manufacturing Industrial 172901 1399001
Manufacture of Other Textiles Industrial 172900 1399015
Men's Underwear Manufacturing Industrial 181001 1410101
Men's Garments Manufacturing Industrial 181002 1410102
Children Wears Manufacturing Industrial 181003 1410104
Children' s underwear Manufacturing Industrial 181004 1410105
Ladies' Garments Manufacturing Industrial 181005 1410106
Ladies' underwear manufacturing Industrial 181006 1410107
Arabic Gown Manufacturing Industrial 181008 1410110
Protective Garments & Vest Manufacturing Industrial 181009 1410111
Sports Wears Manufacturing Industrial 181010 1410112
Uniforms Manufacturing Industrial 181011 1410113
Jackets & Overcoats Manufacturing Industrial 181012 1410114
Gloves Manufacturing Industrial 181013 1410115
Socks Manufacturing Industrial 172103 1410116
Caps & Headwear Manufacturing Industrial 181007 1410117
Suitcases Manufacturing Industrial 191201 1512001
Hand Bags, Wallets & Belts Manufacturing Industrial 191202 1 512002
Shoes Manufacturing Industrial 192001 1520001
164 Slippers & Sandals Manufacturing Industrial 192002 1520002
Plywood Manufacturing Industrial 201001 1610001
Wood Drying & Processing Industrial 201003 1610006
Wooden Doors & Windows Manufacturing Industrial 202201 1622001
Pre-Fabricated Buildings Manufacturing Industrial 202202 1622004
Wooden Decor Products Manufacturing Industrial 202203 1622005
Wooden Cable Reels Manufacturing Industrial 202205 1623002
Wooden Boxes & Containers Manufacturing Industrial 202301 1623003
Wooden Pallets Manufacturing Industrial 201002 1623005
Bamboo, Cane & Wicker Products Manufacturing Industrial 202902 1629104
Melamine Impregnated Paper sheets Manufacturing Industrial 210908 1701101
Commercial Publications Printing Industrial 222101 1811001
Newspapers Printing Industrial 222102 1811003
Books Printing Industrial 222103 1811004
Post Stamps Printing Industrial 222104 1811005
Cards & Envelopes Printing Industrial 222105 1811006
Magazine Printing Industrial 222107 1811007
Plastic Cards Printing Industrial 222109 1811014
Security Documents Printing Industrial 222111 1811015
Integrated Printing Press Industrial 222112 1811017
Color Separation Services Professional 222203 1812008
Ink Mixing & Refilling Industrial 242207 2022008
Varnish Manufacturing Industrial 242202 2022009
Soap & Hair Care Products Manufacturing Industrial 242401 2023001
Powder Detergents Manufacturing Industrial 242405 2023002
Bleaching Products Manufacturing Industrial 242407 2023003
Detergents & Disinfectants Manufacturing Industrial 242402 2023006
Cosmetics Manufacturing Industrial 242408 2023012
Tooth & Mouth Care Products Manufacturing Industrial 242409 2023013
Cosmetics & Personal Care Preservatives
Manufacturing
Fire Extinguishing Materials Manufacturing Industrial 242901 2029001
Adhesives Manufacturing Industrial 242205 2029007
Construction Chemicals Manufacturing Industrial 242903 2029010
Coolants Manufacturing Industrial 242905 2029014
Batteries Distilled Water Manufacturing Industrial 242906 2029015
Wax Candles Manufacturing Industrial 242907 2029016
Test & Analysis Chemicals Manufacturing Industrial 242908 2029018
Purification Materials Manufacturing Industrial 242912 2029024
Laboratory Diagnostics Reagents Manufacturing Industrial 242307 2029101
Medical & Surgical Requisites Manufacturing Industrial 242305 2100107
Preparation of Botanical Products for
Pharmaceutical Use
Tyre Retreading Industrial 251101 2211003
Rubber Products Manufacturing Industrial 251901 2219001
Synthetic Sponge Manufacturing Industrial 251902 2219005
Flooring Materials & Mats Manufacturing Industrial 251903 2219006
Sponge Products Manufacturing Industrial 251904 2219008
Disposable Plastic Cutlery Manufacturing. Industrial 252001 2220001
165
Plastic Utensils Manufacturing Industrial 252002 2220002
Plastic Pipes & Fitting Manufacturing Industrial 252003 2220003
Plastic Sheets Manufacturing Industrial 252004 2220006
Plastic Bags Manufacturing Industrial 252005 2220008
Carpet Underline Padding Manufacturing Industrial 252017 2220014
Plastic Films Manufacturing Industrial 252006 2220015
Plastic Cards & Fulfilment Products Manufacturing Industrial 252015 2220020
Plastic Buckets & Pots Manufacturing Industrial 252011 2220024
Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing Industrial 252007 2220025
Architectural, Advertising & Decorative Models
Manufacturing
Plastic Syringes Manufacturing Industrial 252008 2220030
Plastic Building Products Manufacturing Industrial 252012 2220033
Plastic Caps & Lids Manufacturing Industrial 252013 2220035
Thermal Plastic Utensils Manufacturing Industrial 252016 2220042
Building Plastic Products Manufacturing Industrial 252014 2220047
Fire Fighting Pipes Manufacturing Industrial 273105 2220051
Blinds Manufacturing Industrial 361008 2220101
Baby Care Products Manufacturing Industrial 369915 2220102
Glassware Manufacturing Industrial 261001 2310001
Safety Glass Manufacturing Industrial 261002 2310002
Glass Sheets & Mirror Manufacturing Industrial 261005 2310007
Stained Glass Forming Industrial 261006 2310008
Glass Bottles & Containers Manufacturing. Industrial 261007 2310009
Reflective, Enameled & Insulant Glass Production Industrial 261008 2310011
Perlite Products Manufacturing Industrial 269912 2310016
Crystal Products Processing Professional 261009 2310017
Non-Structural & Non Refractory Ceramic Ware
Manufacturing
Chalk Manufacturing Industrial 269903 2395010
Marble Cutting, Grinding & Polishing Industrial 269602 2396004
Wall Coating Materials Manufacturing Industrial 269909 2399005
False Ceiling Manufacturing Industrial 269907 2399006
Polyurethane Ornamental Moldings Manufacturing Industrial 269911 2399007
Fire Resistant & Retardant Materials Manufacturing Industrial 269913 2399009
Steel & Alloy Products Cutting Industrial 271003 2410902
Weighing Materials Manufacturing Industrial 273203 2432003
Reinforcement Steel Bars Fabrication Industrial 281110 2511001
Structures & Structural Steel Manufacturing Industrial 281101 2511002
Steel Hangars & Sheds Manufacturing Industrial 281102 2511003
Building Metal Products Manufacturing Industrial 281103 2511004
Garbage Chutes Manufacturing Industrial 281115 2511007
Fire Resistant Doors Manufacturing Industrial 281118 2511008
Rigs & Oilfield Platform Manufacturing Industrial 281104 2511009
Scaffolds & Ladders Manufacturing Industrial 281105 2511010
Central Air-Conditioning Requisites Manufacturing Industrial 281106 2511011
Metal False Ceilings Manufacturing Industrial 281107 2511013
166
Expanded Metal Components Manufacturing. Industrial 281109 2511014
Metal Partitions Manufacturing Industrial 361009 2511016
Metal Doors & Windows Manufacturing Industrial 281112 2511017
Fire Rated Ducts Manufacturing Industrial 281117 2511018
Modular Fabrication & Assembly Industrial 281122 2511019
Building Stainless Steel Products Manufacturing Industrial 281113 2511101
Metal Doors, Windows Making & Fixing Industrial 281119 2511102
Tanks Manufacturing Industrial 281201 2512001
Silos Manufacturing Industrial 281202 2512002
Pressure Vessels Manufacturing Industrial 281203 2512005
Boilers Manufacturing Industrial 281204 2512006
Plate Heat Exchangers Assembling Industrial 291920 2513101
Hand Tools Manufacturing Industrial 289301 2593002
Cutting & Shearing Tools Manufacturing Industrial 289304 2593005
Sawing Discs & Cutting Blades Manufacturing Industrial 289305 2593006
Locks & Keys Manufacturing Industrial 289303 2593009
Iron mongery Manufacturing Industrial 289302 2593010
Tin Cans & Containers Manufacturing Industrial 289904 2599101
Trunks Manufacturing Industrial 289906 2599102
Metal Drums & Barrels Manufacturing Industrial 289905 2599103
Metal Utensils Manufacturing Industrial 289901 2599106
Metal Caps & Seals Manufacturing Industrial 289913 2599107
Gas Cylinders Manufacturing Industrial 289916 2599109
Metal Buckets Manufacturing Industrial 289911 2599110
Metal Ropes Manufacturing Industrial 289912 2599111
Welding Bars Manufacturing Industrial 289914 2599112
Traffic Signs Manufacturing Industrial 289903 2599113
Metal Chambers Manufacturing Industrial 289925 2599115
Planters Manufacturing Industrial 369908 2599116
Steel Wool Manufacturing Industrial 289920 2599117
Metal Sections Manufacturing Industrial 289922 2599118
Printing Cylinders Manufacturing Industrial 289929 2599119
Cable Trays, Cross Arms & Accessories
Manufacturing
Egg Incubators Manufacturing Industrial 289927 2599123
Fishing Cages Manufacturing Industrial 289931 2599127
Steel Cable Reels Manufacturing Industrial 289935 2599128
Cutlery Manufacturing Industrial 289306 2599129
Oilfield Drilling Equipment & Components
Manufacturing
Exhibition Stands Manufacturing Industrial 289928 2599131
Blasting & Painting Rooms Manufacturing Industrial 289936 2599132
Aluminum Foils Manufacturing Industrial 289917 2599201
Disposable Aluminum Plates & Containers
Manufacturing
Insulation Metal Panels Manufacturing Industrial 281120 2599305
Offset Printing Plates Manufacturing Industrial 289923 2599306
Leaf Spring Manufacturing Industrial 343003 2599307 167
Bolts, Nuts, Screws & Nails Manufacturing Industrial 289902 2599401
Metal Wires Manufacturing Industrial 289907 2599901
Gabions Manufacturing Industrial 289908 2599902
Barbed Wire Manufacturing Industrial 289909 2599903
Chains Manufacturing Industrial 289910 2599904
Metal Grating Manufacturing Industrial 281111 2599905
Electronic Tubes Manufacturing Industrial 321001 2610002
Electric Motors & Generators Manufacturing Industrial 311001 2710001
Power Transformers Manufacturing Industrial 311002 2710003
Power Distribution Panels Manufacturing Industrial 312003 2710008
Power Distribution Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 312001 2710010
Solar Panels Manufacturing Industrial 311005 2710012
Power Control Switchgears Manufacturing Industrial 312002 2710014
Energy storage units Manufacturing Industrial 314003 2720004
Fiber Optic Cables & Wires Manufacturing Industrial 313004 2731001
Power Distribution Cables Manufacturing Industrial 313001 2732001
Power Supply Wires Manufacturing Industrial 313002 2732002
Conductors & Cable Joints Manufacturing Industrial 313006 2732003
Telecommunication Wires Manufacturing Industrial 313003 2732004
Neon Signs Manufacturing Industrial 315003 2740007
Refrigerators, Freezers & Water Coolers
Manufacturing
Washing Machines & Dryers Manufacturing Industrial 293004 2750004
Cookers & Cook Stoves Manufacturing Industrial 291401 2750005
Electric Water Heaters Manufacturing Industrial 293002 2750006
Electrical Home Appliances Manufacturing Industrial 293006 2750007
Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Industrial 293005 2750009
Heat Elements Manufacturing Industrial 319002 2790006
Turbines Manufacturing Industrial 291101 2811001
Engine Spare Parts Manufacturing Industrial 291102 2811006
Pumps Manufacturing Industrial 291201 2813001
Valves Manufacturing Industrial 291202 2813003
Bearing & Gears Manufacturing Industrial 291301 2814001
Food Heating Burners Manufacturing Industrial 291402 2815004
Crane Manufacturing Industrial 291502 2816002
Handling, Loading & Lifting Equipment
Manufacturing
Access Cradles Manufacturing Industrial 291503 2816010
Conveyor & Transmission Belts Manufacturing Industrial 291504 2816011
Elevators & Escalators components Manufacturing Industrial 291506 2816012
Water Treatment Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 291924 2819110
Split Air Conditioner Manufacturing Industrial 291905 2819201
Air Conditioner Units Manufacturing Industrial 291906 2819202
Central Air-Conditioning Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 291910 2819205
Ventilation Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 291907 2819206
Cold Storage Compartment Manufacturing Industrial 291908 2819207
Fire Fighting & Safety Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 291923 2819904
168
Automatic Gates & Barriers Manufacturing Industrial 291909 2819906
Energy Efficient Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 292908 2819908
Plate Heat Exchangers Manufacturing Industrial 2819909
Agricultural Tractors Manufacturing Industrial 292101 2821001
Auto Irrigation Devices Manufacturing Industrial 292102 2821004
Precision Dies Manufacturing Industrial 273103 2823003
Oil & Gas Fields Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 281108 2824010
Construction Equipment & Spare Parts
Manufacturing
Sewing Machines & Accessories Manufacturing Industrial 292601 2826007
Specialized Industrial Machinery & Equipment
Manufacturing
Specialized Precision Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 292902 2829012
Cleanroom Systems Manufacturing Industrial 292905 2829015
Motor Vehicles Manufacturing Industrial 341005 2910101
Trailers Manufacturing Industrial 342002 2920101
Refrigerated Trailers Manufacturing Industrial 342003 2920102
Tanker Manufacturing Industrial 342004 2920103
Mobile Concrete Mixers Manufacturing Industrial 342005 2920104
Cargo Container Manufacturing Industrial 281205 2920106
Garbage & Waste Collection Containers Manufacturing. Industrial 289924 2920107
Vehicles Bodies Manufacturing Industrial 342001 2920901
Trucks Tarp Covering Systems Manufacturing Industrial 291915 2920904
Auto Accessories Manufacturing Industrial 343004 2930108
Transport Furniture Manufacturing Industrial 361010 2930109
Auto Electrica I Wires Manufacturing Industrial 313005 2930110
Ships Building Industrial 351101 3011101
Ship Parts Manufacturing Industrial 351103 3011103
Boats Building Industrial 351202 3012001
Wooden Ships & Boats Building Industrial 351201 3012002
Airplanes Manufacturing Industrial 359901 3030001
Aircrafts Parts & Accessories Manufacturing Industrial 3030003
Satellites Manufacturing Industrial 3030010
Aircraft Cabin Simulators Manufacturing Industrial 353003 3030101
Military Vehicles Manufacturing Industrial 341004 3040101
Motorcycles Manufacturing Industrial 359100 3091001
Bicycles Manufacturing Industrial 359200 3092001
Home Furniture Manufacturing Industrial 361001 3100001
Kitchen Cabinets & Fixtures Manufacturing Industrial 361002 3100002
School & Hospital Furniture Manufacturing Industrial 361003 3100004
Auditoriums & Sports Venues Seats Manufacturing Industrial 361016 3100006
Office Furniture Manufacturing Industrial 361004 3100007
Shop Fixtures Manufacturing Industrial 361005 3100008
Sponge Mattresses Manufacturing Industrial 361006 3100009
Spring Mattresses Manufacturing Industrial 361007 3100010
Gold & Precious Metal Products Manufacturing Industrial 369101 3211001 169
Silverware & Jewellery Manufacturing Industrial 369102 3211002
Precious Stones Cutting & Polishing Industrial 369103 3211003
Precious Jewellery Manufacturing Industrial 369104 3211004
Medals & Shields Manufacturing Industrial 273204 3212001
3D Printing Manufacturing (Additive
Manufacturing)
Metal Tanks & Barrels Repair Professiona I 515993 3311001
Cargo Containers Repair & Maintenance Professiona I 515984 3311008
Scaffolding & Formwork Repairing Industrial 281121 3311009
Anti-Corrosion Services Professiona I 515991 3319906
Ice Manufacturing Industrial 154902 3530003
Metal Scrap Processing Industrial 371001 3830101
Glass Waste Processing Industrial 372002 3830901
Fabric & Textile Waste Recycling Industrial 372004 3830903
Recycled Plastic Materials Manufacturing Industrial 241302 3830907
Used Tyres Recycling Industrial 372006 3830908
Non Metal Waste Collecting & Processing Industrial 372005 3830909
Construction & Demolition Waste Recycling Industrial 372008 3830910
Soil Analysis Services Professiona I 742201 7120001
Chemical & Biological Laboratory Professiona I 742202 7120002
Gold & Precious Metals Testing Laboratory Professiona I 742204 7120011
Diamond & Precious Gemstones Testing Laboratory Professional 742215 7120029
PART 3 - List of Light Industrial Activities (Category C)
Oil & Natural Gas Well Reinforcement Services Industrial 112003 910004
Meat Storing & Freezing Industrial 151103 1010103
Fish & Seafood Freezing Industrial 151202 1020002
Fruits Canning & Packaging Industrial 151301 1030001
Vegetables, Legumes Canning & Packaging Industrial 151302 1030002
Dry Fruit & Vegetables Packaging Industrial 151307 1030005
Dates Preparing & Packaging Industrial 151315 1030007
Fruit & Vegetables Freezing Industrial 151305 1030008
Dates Drying & Packaging Industrial 151306 1030101
Vegetable, Animal Oil & Fat Refilling Industrial 151404 1040902
Grain Mills Industrial 153101 1061001
Flour Mills Industrial 153102 1061002
Grains Packaging Industrial 153104 1061004
Rice Husking & Polishing Industrial 153105 1061005
Sugar Packaging Industrial 154203 1072003
Vegetables & Cheese Spring Rolls Manufacturing Industrial 154107 1074005
Tea Blending & Packaging Industrial 154903 1079004
Coffee Roasting & Packaging Industrial 154919 1079005
Herbs Packaging Industrial 154904 1079006
Nuts Roasting & Packaging Industrial 151312 1079007
170
Salt Packaging Industrial 142203 1079008
Spices Packaging Industrial 154907 1079009
Rose Water Bottling Industrial 154908 1079010
Juice, Ice Cream & Dry Mixes Processing Industrial 154913 1079102
Salt Cubes Manufacturing Industrial 242911 1079103
Honey & Syrups Refilling Industrial 154918 1104903
Instant Coffee Preparation Industrial 154925 1104904
Instant Tea Preparation Industrial 154926 1104905
Sauces, Spreads & Condiments Preparation Industrial 154927 1104906
Sewing Yarn Manufacturing Industrial 171103 1311002
Lace & Crochet Manufacturing Industrial 171104 1311005
Fabrics, Textiles & Readymade Garments Screen
Printing
Bed Sheets & Household Linen Manufacturing Industrial 172102 1392002
Towels Manufacturing Industrial 172104 1392004
Auto Upholstery Manufacturing Industrial 172105 1392005
Fabrics Textiles Embroidering Industrial 172106 1392007
Pillows & Cushions Manufacturing Industrial 172108 1392008
Flags Manufacturing Industrial 172107 1392009
Marine Protection & Demarcation Products
Manufacturing
Mats & Rugs Manufacturing Industrial 172202 1393002
Ropes Manufacturing Industrial 172302 1394001
Saddles & Animals, Bird Training Requisites Making Industrial 369926 1512003
Sawmilling & Planning of Wood Industrial 201000 1610008
Carpentry Professiona I 202204 1622007
Cloth Hangers Manufacturing Industrial 369903 1629902
Corrugated Carton Boxes & Containers
Manufacturing
Paper Boxes & Containers Manufacturing Industrial 210202 1702003
Paper Bags Manufacturing Industrial 210204 1702004
Files & Box Files Manufacturing Industrial 210205 1702005
Core Paper Manufacturing Industrial 210206 1702006
Paper Plates & Dishes Manufacturing Industrial 210901 1709001
Notebooks & Writing Pads Manufacturing Industrial 222106 1709004
Cards & Envelopes Manufacturing Industrial 210902 1709006
Tissues & Napkins Manufacturing Industrial 210903 1709008
Diapers Manufacturing Industrial 210904 1709009
Sanitary Napkins Manufacturing Industrial 210905 1709010
Paper Stationery Manufacturing Industrial 210907 1709014
Self Adhesive Labels Manufacturing Industrial 210906 1709017
Packing & Packaging Materials Manufacturing Industrial 210203 1709019
Adhesive & Paper Slitting Industrial 242209 1709101
Books Binding Industrial 222201 1812001
Perfumes Manufacturing Industrial 242403 2023008
Agar wood & Incense Manufacturing Industrial 242406 2023009
Steel Fabrication & Welding Workshop Professiona I 289918 2592005
171
Lathe Workshop Industrial 289919 2592007
Blacksmith & Welding Works Professiona I 289930 2592009
Cable Trays, Cross Arms Accessories Assembling Industrial 289937 2599501
Electronic Chips & Semiconductors Manufacturing Industrial 321002 2610003
Electronic Printed Circuit Boards Assembling Industrial 321004 2610007
Electronic Precision Devices Manufacturing Industrial 321005 2610009
Electronic Appliances Assembling Industrial 321003 2610010
Scanners Manufacturing Industrial 300004 2620003
Calculators Manufacturing Industrial 300005 2620007
Computer Assembling Industrial 300001 2620101
Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories
Manufacturing
Antennas Manufacturing Industrial 289915 2630003
Remote Control Systems Manufacturing Industrial 319001 2630005
Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories
Assembling
Telecom Optics Cables, Wires & Requisites
Assembling
Electrical Measuring & Control Systems

Manufacturing
Non Electrical Measuring & Control Systems
Manufacturing
Detection Equipment Assembling Industrial 331303 2651006
Radar Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 331201 2651019
Watches & Clocks Manufacturing Industrial 333000 2652001
Audio Cassettes Manufacturing Industrial 252009 2680001
Video Cassettes Manufacturing Industrial 252010 2680002
Optical Media Discs Manufacturing Industrial 252018 2680005
Power Generators & Transformers Assembly Industrial 311004 2710007
Solar Panels Assembling Industrial 311006 2710013
Power Control Switchgear & Distribution Panels
Assembling
Fiber Optics Cables, Wires & Requisites Assembling Industrial 313009 2731101
Electrical Cables, Wires& Requisites Assembling Industrial 313010 2732101
Power Supply Wires Accessories Manufacturing Industrial 313007 2733004
Electric Lamps Manufacturing Industrial 315001 2740001
Chandeliers Manufacturing Industrial 315006 2740003
Lighting Fitting & Fixtures Assembling Industrial 315007 2740004
lamp Base & Accessories Manufacturing Industrial 315002 2740005
Pumps Assembling Industrial 291203 2813002
Lifts Assembling Industrial 291505 2816009
Printers Cartridges Assembly Industrial 300003 2817001
Typewriter Manufacturing Industrial 300002 2817003
Filters Manufacturing Industrial 291904 2819102
Water Treatment Equipment Assembling Industrial 291922 2819104
Air-Conditioning Units Assembling Industrial 291917 2819203
Fire Fighting Equipment Assembling Industrial 291903 2819905
Diving Equipment Assembling Industrial 291918 2819907
172
Pipes & Hoses Assembling Industrial 291919 2819915
Construction Equipment & Machinery Assembling Industrial 291916 2824012
Packing & Packaging Machines Assembling Industrial 291921 2829010
Marine Guide Equipment & Tools Assembling Industrial 292903 2829013
Gas & Chemicals Production Systems Assembling Industrial 292904 2829014
Industrial Robots Assembling Industrial 292909 2829017
Motor Vehicles Assembly Industrial 341001 2910001
Automobile Outfitting Industrial 341002 2920905
Outfitting Vehicles for Safe Transport Industrial 341003 2920906
Radiator Manufacturing Industrial 343001 2930101
Exhausts Manufacturing Industrial 343002 2930102
Brake Pads Manufacturing Industrial 343005 2930106
Vehicle Speed Limiter Assembling Industrial 343007 2930111
Motor vehicles spare parts Manufacturing Industrial 343006 2930117
Off Road Karts Assembling Industrial 359101 3091002
Musical Instruments Manufacturing Industrial 369200 3220001
Sports Goods Manufacturing Industrial 369300 3230002
Surfboards Manufacturing Industrial 369301 3230003
Plastic Toys Manufacturing Industrial 369401 3240001
Dolls Manufacturing Industrial 369402 3240003
Optical Products Manufacturing Industrial 332000 3250011
Contact Lenses Manufacturing Industrial 332001 3250012
Pens & Writing Instruments Manufacturing Industrial 369901 3290001
Stamps Manufacturing Industrial 369902 3290003
Wig Making Industrial 369928 3290004
Brooms & Cleaning Articles Manufacturing Industrial 369905 3290005
Umbrellas & Awnings Manufacturing Industrial 369906 3290007
Mechanical Seals & Gaskets Manufacturing Industrial 369907 3290008
Albums Manufacturing Industrial 369909 3290009
Tailoring & Embroidery Requisites Manufacturing Industrial 369913 3290012
Artificial Plants & Flowers Making Industrial 369922 3290013
Grinding & Scraping Requisites Manufacturing Industrial 369912 3290014
Amusement Centers Equipment Manufacturing Industrial 369403 3290021
Beauty & Personal Care Requisites Manufacturing Industrial 369904 3290023
Safety Harness Fabrication Industrial 369929 3290101
Stationery Manufacturing Industrial 369924 3290102
Scales, Dry Measures Repair & Maintenance Professiona I 526004 3312006
Air-Condition & Refrigeration Equipment
Professional 526003 3312007
Maintenance & Repair
Oil & Natural Gas Well Equipment Repair &
Maintenance
Ships & Boats Repair Industrial 351203 3315001
Helicopters Repair & Maintenance Industrial 353004 3315010
Ships & Boats Maintenance Services Professiona I 351204 3315101
Light Duty Equipment & Engines Repair Professiona I 51 5962 3319901
Heavy Duty Equipment & Machinery Repair &
Maintenance
Marine Equipment Repairing & Maintenance Professiona I 51 5983 3319903 173

Dry Cleaning Services Professiona I 930103 9601005
Publishing of Books & Other Publications Services Professiona I 221100 5811001
Table 1: Baseline Survey, Numerical Modeling and Laboratory Analysis Requirements for Category A Industrial Activities
• The need for modeling will depend onthe size of manufacturingoperations andthe presence of sensitive receptors surrounding the facility.
Notes: • The facility must adhere to the baselin(! measurement rcquirctmcnts and the samples shall be analysed by a laboratory accredited by the Emirates
International Accreditation Center (EIAC).
Air Quality Baselne and Odour Gases Baselne and Odour Ground Water
Activity Name Soil Analysis
Air Dispersion Modefing Mode6ng Analysis
Fa rming ofcows NH, a nd HS
pl--i, heavy metals, salinity, toxic
Farming of Poultry NH3 a nd H, S
substances, pesticides.a nd herbacites
pH, heavy metals , salinity, toxics
Egg Production NH3 a nd H, S substances a nd pesticides, and
he rbacites
Organic Waste & Garbage
NH, a nd H2 S pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Treatment
Paper Manufacturing NOx, SO~ CO, PM10/PM2.S pH, salinity and heavy metals
Fuel Productio n NOx, so. CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, heavy metals, Hydroa,rbons
Petro leum Gas Liquefactio n NOx, so~CO, PM10/PM2.5
Asphalt & Paving Materials pH, heavy metals, salinity and
NOx, so, CO, PM10/PM2.5
Manufacturing Hydrocarbons
Grease & Lubricants pH, heavy metals, salinity and
NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5
Manufacturing Hydrocarbons
Natural Gas Liquefactio n NOx, so. CO, PM10/PM2.5
Sulfu r Manufacturing NOx, SO. CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH and heavy metals
Petrochemical Manufacturin g NOx, so. CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH and heavy metals
Gas Liquefaction & Manufacturing NOx, SO,, CO, PM10/PM2.5
Composed Industrial Chemical s
NOx, so~co, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Manufacturing
Acid Manufacturing NOx, so~ co, PM10/PM2.5
Organic Fertilizer Manufacturing NH, and H,S pH, salinity and heavy metals
176 Chemic.al Fertilizers Manufacturing NOx, so, CO, PM10/PM2.5
Identification of odorous gases will be
pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Table (2)
based on the manufacturing processes
Agricult ural Pesticides pH, heavy metals, salinity and toxics
Manufacturing substances
Paint Manufacturing pH, salinity and heavy metals
Anti Corrosion Materia ls
Manufacturing
Insulation Materia ls Manufacturing
Synt hetic Resins Manufacturing
pH, heavy metals, salinity and
O ilfields Chemicals Manufacturing
hydrocarbons
Rubber Products Manufacturing NOx, so, CO, PM10/PM2.S
Clinker Manufacturing NOx, SO. CO, PM10/PM2.5
Cement Manufacturing NOx, so. CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity and heavy metals
Precast Building Manufacturing NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Ready Mixed Concrete
Manufacturing
Iron a nd Steel Smelter NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Aluminum Smelter NOx, SO• CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity and heavy metals
Aluminum Extrusio n pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Batteries Manufacturing NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Dry batteries Manufacturing pH, salinity and heavy metals
Dry Docks Operations NOx, SO. CO, PM10/PM2.S
Production & Distribution of Gas NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5
Organic Fue l Production NOx, SO, , CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Landfi ll Waste Gas Recovery NOx, SO. CO, PM10/PM2.S NH. and HS pH, salinity a nd heavy metals
Battery Recycling NOx, SO, CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, salinity and heavy metals
Recycling of Waste Elect rical a nd
pH, salinity and heavy metals Table (2)
Electronic Eq uipment
Lubricant Waste Recycling NOx, SO• CO, PM10/PM2.5 pH, heavy metals and Hydrocarbons
Sewage Grease Treatment NH. and HS
Solvents Waste Recycling
Crude Fiber Glass Manufacturing NOx, SO. CO, PM10/PM2.S pH, salinity and heavy metals
Table 2. Baseline Groundwater Quality Parameters
Note: The facility must adhere to the baseline measurement requirements and the samples shall be analysed by a laboratory accredited by the Emirates International Accredrtat1on
Center (EIAC)
S.No. Paramet e r Unit of Measurment
Physical parameters
1 pH
2 Temp Degree Celsius
3 Colo r
4 Turbidity NTU
5 E Conduct ivity microS/cm
6 TDS mg/ L
7 Tot a l Hardness mg/ L as CaCO3
8 Residual chlorine mg/Las Cl2
Inorganic parameters
9 SOOium mg/ L
10 Potassium mg/ L
11 Calcium mg/ L
12 M agnesium mg/ L
13 Sulphat e mg/ L
14 Nit rate mg/ L
15 Phosphat e mg/L
16 Total Nit rogen mg/ L
17 Chloride mg/ L
18 Aluminium µg / L
19 Arsenic µg / L 177
20 Cadmium µg/L
21 Chromium µg/L
22 Cobalt µg/L
23 Copper µg / L
24 Iron µg/L
25 Lead µg / L
26 Molybdenum µg/L
27 Boron µg/L
28 Ba rium µg/L
29 Beryllium µg/L
30 Mang anese µg/L
31 Zinc µg/L
32 Mercury µg / L
M iscellaneous parameters
33 Oil & Grease-Free o il mg/ L

34 Pest icides-Chlorinat ed mg/L
35 Phenols mg/ L
36 Benzene mg/L
37 Hydrogen sulphide mg/ L
38 Total C)'Onide mg/L
39 Dissolved Oxygen mg/ L
40 Bioch emical Oxygen Demand mg/ L
41 1, 2 dichloroet hane mg/L
42 Oichloromethan e mg/ L
Microb~I parameters
43 E. Coli CFU/ lO0 ml
44 Total Coliform CFU/ 100 ml
45 Total BacteriaI Co unt CFU/ 100 ml @37 degree Celcius
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Environment Department
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Work Instructions t it le: EIA Summary Report for Medium Industrial Activities {Category B) : ~~I .:,19-<C
Doc Ref. DM•ED •FO0l•EIAB :~~1f-9J
Flow Diagram to Include {Raw Materials, Process Equipment and Machines)

Note: Additional sheets can be used if nec@SS:ary.
(i:ESifiMilFi♦
find..ldingrefrigerants
,nd fu<I, ;f,ny)
4!4Mi#iittE~
(Process EqUpment ,111d
Machines)
G°:F·MibHHii♦ (F'-,al pr-oducts)
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Emission and/or Waste Sources
Check the: following boxe-s if the mssion and/or w ast@ sourO!!:s are: 'applica~e / not ap~ic-a~e• in the facility.
1. Spray paint booth (dry typo) □Applica !:le □ Not Applical:le

2. Spray pa int booth (wet typ•) □Applical:le C Not Applical:l•
3 . Bla sting machine/ booth □Applical:le □ Not Applica tl•
4 . Diesel fuel basod boiler □Applical:le □ Not Applical:l•
5 . Di• sel fuel basod oven □Applical:le □ Not Applica !:le
6 . M@tal and/or wood IA()rking madline-s □Applical:l• □ Not Applica !:le
7 . M@tal roatirlg Line □Applical:l• □ Not Applica !:le
8 . Tradewastewater □Applical:le □ Not Applica !:le
.....
Provided Control Measures for {emission sources and/or wastes generated)
Chttk 'Ye-s or No' if the control m@asur@S a re provided.

1. Spray paint booth (dry typo) providod with filw □ v•s □ No
2. Spray paint booth (wel type) provided Wth water curtain and ntl!!' □ Yes □ No
3 . Blasting ma chine/booth provided with dust cdl@ctor system □Yes □ No
4 . Diesel fuel basod boiler providod with stad</chimney □Yes □ No
5. Diesel fuel basod oven providod with sta d</chimney □Yes □ No
6 . Metal and/ or 1M:1od 'Mlrking m achine p-rovid@d with dust collector □Yes □ No
7. Metal coating line provided with fu me scrubber □Y.. □ No
8. Wastewater Treatment or Recyding A ant. □ v.. □ No
Note: Oepe,ndlngon the natlft and sin ofthemanufactl#tng P,OC.ffMf.. thec !Jffomer may~requested to pr<MM adcldonaf
Information and/oratta<h oth• documents or sobmltanEnvlronrMntal ftr-,act AssHtment Report~
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Company Declaration:
I hereby dKlare that all the details, information and documents submitted for the purpose of obtaining the Environmental Oearance are correct
and I undertake to comply with all the conditions and requirements listed btlow.
General Conditions:
1. The company should only undertake t he specified activities in t he same Location / Plot number mentioned in t he Environmental
Clearance (EC). Prior approval shall be secured from Envi ronmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS) fo r any Expansion, or
alteration of company activit ies & facilit ies and/or modification oft he license (name, location, activit ies).
2. The company should keep a copy of t he (EC) at t he premises at all t ime; allow access and assist representatives of Dubai
Munidpality-Environment Depar tment (OM-ED) in car rying out inspections, incident investigations, taking of pictures; and in
obtaining relevant information on sources of emission or waste, at anytime.
3. The (EC) is not a substitute to other regulatory permits, and its issuance does not exempt t he company from securing other
gCNernment agencies and/or departments approvals and from enfo rcing their rules and regulations.
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4. The (EC) shall be renewed at least t hirty (30) days prior to its expiry date. The renewal of t he (EC) is subject to compliance to the
condit ions stipulated in t he previously issued (EC).
Environmental Conditions:
5. Any environment-related incidents and complaints shall be reported immediately to t he Environmental Control Section (ECS)
t hrough· [email protected], wthin twenty-four (24) hours.The incident report shall describe t he likely cause,t he time ofoccurrence,
and t he conditions under which an incident occurred, the ext ent of impact, and t he remedial actions undertaken.
6. Adequate air emission cont r ol and m itigation measures shall be implemented to avoid or mini mize air and/or odour pollutants
and noise associated wit h the company activit ies. All discharges to t he air environment shall comply wit h t he allowable lim its
prescribed in t he "Federal Law No. 24 of 1999 fo r t he protection and Development of t he Environment', its Implement ing Rules
and Regulations and its Amendments or as adopted by DM and mentioned in t he (EC) condit ions.
7. P rocess wastewater generated from production and plant or machine/equipment maintenance, shall be separ ately coll ected for
storage and/or treatment; wit h a quality to comply Wth t he trade waste disposal standards and requirements, in accordance with
t he OM- Waste Management Department requirement.
8. Any type of hazardous waste generated from t he company activit ies ( li quid, solid, gaseous); shall be segregated, collected,
t ransported, and disposed of properly in accordance wth t he DM- Waste Management Department requirement.
9. Storage of dangerous goods in company premises, shall have necessary permits from (EPSS).An application s hall be made t hrough
t he onli ne service "Request fo r Permit to store Dangerous Goods" (www.dm.gov.ae).
10. The consumption of ozone-depleting substances (ODS), such as in (refrigeration, air condit ioning, and foam appl ications) shall
be in accordance wit h The Montreal Protocol on Substances t hat Deplete t he Ozone Layer. The use of phased-out (ODS) (e.g.
CFCs, haIons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chlorofor m, methyl bromide, hydrobromofluorocarbons) is stri ctly prohibited. Facili ties
shall replace (ODS) wit h zero-ozone depletion potent ial or low-global war ming potent ial substitutes, and must recover, redaim or
dispose (ODS) using best practices.
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Organization Unit:
,/ /
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Work Instructions t itle: EIA Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C) : ~~I .:,19-<C
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Activities Description
2•...
3•...
4....
Emission and/or Waste Sources
ChKk the follcwing bo~s if the eln1ssion and/or waste sources .are 'applk.able / not applicable' in the facility.
184 1. Spray paint booth (dry typo) □ Applicable □ Not Applicable

2. Spray paint booth (wot type) □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicabl•
3. Ela sting madiine/ booth □ Applicable □ Not Applicable
4. Diesi!! ful!I based boiler □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicabl•
5. Diesel fuel based oven □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicable
6 . Metal and / or 1M:1od working machines □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicable
7. M@tal coating Line □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicable
8. Trade wa stevvater □ Applicabl• □ Not Applicable
,,
Provided Control Mea sures for (emission sources a nd/ or wastes generated)
Gieck 'Yes or No' if the control mec1sur~ are provided.

1. Spray paint booth (dry typo) provided with f~t@r □ves □ No
2. Spray paint booth (wot typ•) provided wi th water curtain and f~ter □ v., □ No
3. Elasting machine/booth provided \Nith dust collector S)'!.tffll □ v.. □ No
4. Diesi!! ful!I based boiler prc,,,ided with sta d</chimney □ v•s □ No
5. Diesel fuel based oven provided ~th sta d</chimney □ v., □ No
6 . Metal a nd/ or woodworking machine provided with dust oollKtor □ v.. □ No
7. tvletal coating line provided with fumes aubber □ v.. □ No
8. Wast.~ater Treatment or Re-cyding Ptant. □ v.. □ No
Notw. o.p.ndi'tgon tMnatu,-and lino f th• manufactwlng p,oc•--. th• customer naybe reqout.d to p,ovldeadcltlonal
Jntonnaticn and/o, attadt otha- documentsor submit an Envlronnartal lf'l1)actAt.Hfln'Mmt Sunwnary Repo,t
01/05/2021
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ClOYERNMENI Of DYW , //
O rganization Unit: : ~1-~1
W ork Instruction s t itle : EIA Checklist for Light Industrial Activities (Category C) : ~ ~ 1,:,1~
Doc Ref. DM· ED •FO0l· EIAC : ~ ~ I f-9J
Company Declaration:
I hereby dKlare that all the details, information and documents submitted for the purpose of obtaining the Environmental Oeara nee are correct
and I undertake to comply with all the conditions and requirements listed btlow.
General Conditions:
1. The company should only undertake t he specified activities in t he same Location / Plot number ment ioned in t he Environmental
Clearance (EC). Prior approval shall be secured from Envi ronmental Planning and Studies Section (EPSS) f or any Expansion, or
alt eration of company act ivit ies & facilit ies and/or modificat ion of t he license (name, location, activit ies).
2. The company should keep a copy of t he (EC) at t he premises at all t ime; allow access and assist representatives of Dubai
Munidpality-Environment Depar tment (OM-ED) in car rying out inspections, incident investigationsr taking of pict ur es; and in
obtaining relevant inf ormat ion on sources of emission or waste, at anytime.
3. The (EC) is not a substitute t o other regulatory permits, and its issuance does not exempt t he company from securi ng other
gCNernment agencies and/or departments approvals and from enfo rcing their rules and regulations.
185
4. The (EC) shall be r enewed at least t hirty (30) days prior t o it s expiry date. The renewal of t he (EC) is subject t o compliance t o the
condit ions st ipulated in t he previously issued (EC).
Environmental Conditions:
5. Any environment-related incidents and complaints shall be reported immediat ely t o t he Environmental Control Section ( ECS)
t hrough - [email protected], w t hin twenty-four (24) hours.The incident report shalI describet he likely cause,t he time ofoccurrence,
and t he conditions under which an incident occurred, the ext ent of impact, and t he remedial actions undertaken.
6. Adequat e air emission cont r ol and m itigation measures shall be implemented t o avoid or minimize air and/or odour poll utants
and noise associated wit h t he company activit ies. All discharges t o t he air environment shall comply wit h t he allowable lim its
prescribed in t he "Federal Law No. 24 of 1999 fo r t he prot ection and Development of t he Environment', it s Implement ing Rules
and Regulations and it s Amendments or as adopted by DM and mentioned in t he (EC) condit ions.
7. P rocess wastewater generated from production and plant or machine/equipment maintenance, shall be separately coll ected for
storage and/or treatment; wit h a quality to comply with t he trade waste disposal standards and requirements, in accordance wit h
t he OM- Waste Management Department requirement.
8. Any t ype of hazardous waste generated from t he company activit ies (li quid, soli d, gaseous); shall be segregat ed, collected,
t ransported, and disposed of properly in accordance w t h t he DM- Waste Management Department requirement.
9. Storage of dangerous goods in company premises, shall have necessary perm it s from (EPSS). An appli cation shall be madet hr ough
t he onli ne service "Request fo r Permit t o store Dangerous Goods" (www.dm.gov.ae).
10. T he consumpt ion of ozone-depleting substances (ODS), such as in (refrigeration, air condit ioning, and foam appl ications) shall
be in accordance wit h The Mont real Protocol on S ubstances t hat Deplete t he Ozone Layer. The use of phased-out (ODS) (e.g.
CFCs, haIons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chlorofor m, methyl bromide, hydrobromofluorocarbons) is stri ctly prohibited. Facili ties
shall replace (ODS) wit h zero-ozone depletion potent ial or low-global warming pot ent ial substit ut es, and must recover, redaim or
dispose (ODS) using best practices.
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All information and documents referred to in this Guidance are

Definition of Terms and Abbreviations 7

Volume 1 - EIA System in the Emirate of Dubai 13

Volume 2 - Guidance for Development and Infrastructure Projects 29

Volume 4 - Guidance on the Registration of Environmental Consultants in the Emirate of Dubai 61

ANNEXURES FOR DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS 73

ANNEXURES FOR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS 157

Term Definition/ Explanation

Comments A CRS is a form prepared by an appointed Environmental Consultant specifying the

Groundwater Water occupying all voids within a geologic stratum.

12 Stakeholder Individuals, communities, government agencies, private organisations, non-governmental

UAE VISION 2021

DUBAI INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY 2030

♦ 160 billion Dirhams forecasted increase in Dubai's total GDP;

DUBAI MUNICIPALITY STRATEGIC

In accordance with the UAE National Agenda

iii government and relevant stakeholders to drive

♦ Creative and Pioneering Municipality;

The scope of an Environmental Impact Assessme nt (EIA) comprises: 21

Table 1: Federal Laws & Regulations

Table 2: Ministerial Decrees

Table 3: Local Laws, Orders, & Decrees

Table 4: International Conventions & Agreements

1976 Convention on Limitations of Liability for Maritime Claims

1979 Charter of the United Nations Industrial Development

1 982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

1985 Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer

1 992 Convention on Biologkal Diversity

1992 United Nations Framework Convent ion on Climate Change

1994 United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification

1997 Kyoto Protocol to the UN Convention on Climate Change

2001 Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organk Pollutants (POPS)

2007 Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar)

2013 Minamata Convention on Mercury

2016 Paris Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change

2016 Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) of Wild Animals

Table 5: Regional Conventions & Agreements

7.1 Competent Authority

7.2 Project Owner of Development and/or Infrastructure Projects

7.3 Company Owner of Industrial Project, Facility or Activity

7.4 Environmental Consultants

7.5 Main Contractor for Development or Infrastructure Project

7.6 Environmental Management Consultant for Development or Infrastructure Project

D Categorisation of Development and

EIAS: qualitative EIA leading to the preparation of an EIA Summary (EIAS).

1.1 List of Projects Required to be Subjected to an EIA (Mandatory List)

relatedequipmentand faci!,ties Fuel filling stations A ll EIAS

Open substati ons All EIAS

Projects Related to W-es

Project that is expected to alter the

Category Projects/Activities Remarks

1.3.1 Federal Projects

1.3.2 Projects With Transboundary Environmental Impacts

2.1 EC Application Process

EC Applicat ion Stage 2 For Revision Approved Rejected

.__ _ _ _ _ _ DM-ED Onlm Refer to Section 21.1 for t he

Figure 4 : EC Applkation Process for Development and Infrastructure Projects