Relatório Ambiental - Ar - Ruido

Environmental Monitoring Report
Project No. 50161-003

Semestral Report
January 2022
Bangladesh: Rupsha 800-Megawatt Combined

Cycle Power Plant Project
PART I
Prepared by the North-West Power Generation Co., Ltd for the Asian Development Bank.
This environmental monitoring report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed
herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff,
and may be preliminary in nature.
In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any
designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the
Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other
status of any territory or area.
1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Background
The Power System Master Plan 2016 recommends diversification in the use of fuel for power generation
such as domestic and imported coal and natural gas, oil, nuclear power, and renewable energy. As of
December 2017, the energy mix in Bangladesh consists of 64.5% natural gas, 1.66% hydro, 4.8% power
import, 6.4% diesel, 20.9% furnace oil, 1.81% coal, and 0.02% renewable. Consistent with this, the North-
West Power Generation Company Limited (NWPGCL), an enterprise of the Bangladesh Power
Development Board (BPDB) has taken the initiative to enhance the power generation capacity of
Bangladesh to address the growing electricity demand. This initiative will involve the construction of a
new Rupsha 800 megawatt (MW) Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in Khalishpur Upazila, Khulna
District in the administrative division of South-Western Bangladesh. The Rupsha 800 MW CCPP will be
designed to use natural gas main fuel and high-speed diesel (HSD) as backup fuel to be used only for
about 500 hours maximum annually during maintenance or emergency. The Government of Bangladesh
(GoB) has applied for the financing of this new power plant from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The
Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is expected to co-finance about 20% of the total project cost.
The objectives of this initiative include the following:
a. To contribute to meeting the demand for electricity and to increase the reliability of supply by
minimizing load-shedding;
b. To support in achieving the vision of GoB, “Power to All by 2021;”
c. To reduce the increasing gap between demand and supply of electricity throughout the country;
d. To accelerate economic development by providing adequate and reliable power generation;
e. To enhance the stability and reliability of the national grid system, and to reduce the loss of the
system by local generation; and,
f. To develop human resources through technology transfer.
Overall, the goal is to improve the economic growth of Bangladesh by providing a reliable and stable
power supply with this initiative.
1.2 Environmental Monitoring Report (EMR)

This Environmental Monitoring Report deals with monthly environmental quality parameters (Air, Noise
and Site-Specific Environmental Qualitative Issues) assessment with considering the standard
procedures for implementing the Environment Management Plan (EMP) as per CEAP, EIA guide of the
GOB. It is important to note that monitoring simply indicates whether or not there is an environmental
concern. It determines the extent of an effect, or whether an effect will occur. This report will be concluded
by considering the real-time environmental impacts and mitigation measures during the construction
period on the project site. The Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited has hired EQMS Consulting
Limited, Bangladesh for accomplishing the environmental monitoring during the construction period of
the Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant every month. This environmental monitoring report has
been based on the findings of a field study on the environmental conditions in the project area.
1.3 Objectives of Environmental Monitoring

The main objective of the Monthly Environmental Monitoring is to identify standard guidelines and
approaches to preserve key environmental aspects by preventing and controlling environmental pollution
and the management of nuisance, resulting from the construction of the Rupsha 800 MW CCPP following
Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 1-1 EMR, November 2021

the conditions of the contract and Employer’s requirements. The objectives of Monthly Monitoring are
listed below-
a. To detect any disruption of environment according to national / project standard
b. To identify the impact sources due to power plant construction
c. To evaluate the quantitative (Air Quality Monitoring, Noise Level Measurement, Surface Water
Sampling, and Soil Sampling) activities during the construction stage
d. To mitigate the identified impacts and promote best environmental on-site practices during the
construction phase
1.4 Methodology for Preparation of EMR

This EMR is prepared to encompass the following approach to ensure all measures necessary to be
included in this EMR is addressed comprehensively:
a. Review of approved EIA reports
b. Review of EIA approval conditions
c. Review of Construction method statements
d. Review of Project implementation schedules
e. Review of Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP)
f. Consultation with relevant authorities for issues of concern
1.5 Environmental Policy

1.5.1 EHSS Policy of NWPGCL
North-West Power Generation Co. Ltd. (NWPGCL) is committed to environmentally sound and socially
responsible practices in all its business pursuits. NWPGCL continually strives for a better environment
and social performance in its project life cycle by providing a safe and healthy work environment along
with cordial relations with the community we work with. To ensure this, NWPGCL is committed to:
a. Identify and manage risks as low as reasonably practicable where they have the potential to
cause an injury or ill health to people, or unacceptable impacts on the environment or the
community.
b. Commit to prevention of Pollution and provide safe workplaces and systems of work, empower
employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to address unsafe situations, and carry out their
work in a manner that does not present a risk to themselves, others, or the environment.
c. Set objectives, targets, and plans which seek to improve performance in Environment, Health,
Safety, and Social (EHSS) aspects.
d. Provide organizational and institutional arrangements for the management of the environment
and social issues.
e. Ensure compliance with applicable national EHSS legal requirements and other international best
EHSS practices.
f. Require contractors and other stakeholders to manage EHSS using standards and practices that
comply with this policy and guidelines.
g. Social up-liftmen and social safety.
h. Periodic Review and report EHSS performance regularly.
The entire line management is responsible for establishing and overviewing NWPGCL's commitment to
managing Environment Health & Safety and Social aspect following this policy and monitoring the
performance of the Company concerning its implementation. The Management of NWPGCL is responsible

for the implementation of the EHSS Management System to ensure that the commitments made in this
policy are being met.
1.5.2 HSE Policy of EPC Contractor (SEC-AEN)
Creation of healthy and positive humanities, development of green and intelligent energy; Control of risks
in the environmental safety, and building jointly a harmonious ecological environment.

2 CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Project Location
The project site is a developed but abandoned government industrial land of 50 acres earlier belonging
to Khulna Newsprint Mill (KNM) Limited and is geographically located at around 22°51’11.32’’N latitude
and 89°32’56.00’’E longitude on the eastern bank of the Bhairab River and on the western side of
Bangladesh Industrial Development Corporation (BIDC) Road. The site is located at Khalishpur Upazila of
Khulna District. The project location is shown in Figure 2-1.
The site is well connected with Khulna city through the metal road of 7.7 km and river route (which include
Bhairab, Rupsha, Poshur to connect to the Bay of Bengal). Khulna is a Divisional headquarter of
Bangladesh and is well connected with Dhaka and all other cities of Bangladesh through road, rail, air,
and river routes.
According to the environmental monitoring scope, the influence area of environmental monitoring has
been determined around the 2 km radius from the project boundary wall which is presented in Figure 2-2.
There is a mosque and a mass graveyard of 1971 liberation forces (Mukti Bahini) adjacent to the power
plant area. The mosque is in a dilapidated condition and needs a massive renovation and the graveyard
needs cleaning, dressing including some repairing as well. The mosque and the graveyard are about 200
m from the project boundary. The mosque and the graveyard are to be separated from the rest of the
project area by constructing a boundary wall and will be fenced with a gate to allow for power plant
employees to use the mosque for daily prayer and the occasional visit to the graveyard.
The existing school buildings (one for boys and the other for girls) have been relocated outside of the
power plant boundary. The relocated location for the school has been selected by consulting with the
school authority, school management committee, and NWPGCL continue to dialogue and are confirmed.
The new school construction work is ongoing.

Figure 2-1: Project Location

Figure 2-2: Environmental Monitoring Area Around the Project Boundary

2.2 Project Layout
The project is a dual-fired combined cycle power plant (CCPP) that will use natural gas as primary fuel
with High-Speed Diesel (HSD) as a backup. There will be two units of 400 MW each (2x400MW) with built-
in low NOx emission control technology, and a closed-loop forced-draft cooling tower system. Natural
gas will be supplied by Sundarbans Gas Company Limited (SGCL) from the Khulna CGS through a 10 km,
24-inch gas distribution pipeline while HSD will be supplied by Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation Limited
(BPCL) from Daulathpur, Khulna. The net power generation capacity of the CCPP will be 767.84 MW in
gas and 648.34 MW in HSD. If operated as a simple cycle power plant, the net power generation using
natural gas will be 512 MW and 432 MW with HSD. The project layout is shown in Figure 2-3.

Figure 2-3: Project Layout of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant

2.3 Key Components
2.3.1 Key Equipment
• F-Class Gas Turbine (2 Nos. x GT26)
• Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) (2 Nos.)
• Steam Turbine (2 Nos. x 167 MW)
• Steam Turbine Generator (2 Nos.)
• Gas Turbine Generator (2 Nos.)
2.3.2 Balance of Plant (BOP)

• Central Control Building (CCR)
• Administrative Building
• Bypass stack (50 m) (2 Nos.)
• HRSG Stack (70 m) (2 Nos.)
• Fire-Fighting system ((2x1250m3)
• Raw Water System (2X120m3/h)
• Water Treatment System（3X65m3/h）
• Fuel Gas System (Receiving and Metering Station, RMS, Gas Compressor Station, GCS, etc.)
• Fuel Oil System (2x15,000m3 main tanks)
• Air Cooled Condenser (ACC)
• Switchyard (Air-Insulated Switchgear, AIS)
• Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) （1,000kW）
• Jetty (state that dredging is needed, estimate amount to be dredged)
• River water intake（2x300m3/h）
2.3.3 Environmental Controls

• Low NOx Burners (2 sets i.e., 1 set per GT)
• Sewage Treatment System (15t/h)
• WWTP for ZLD (15t/h)
Table 2-1: Breakdown of Components and Area
Sl. No. Buildings Area, acres
1. Guardhouse, dormitory, parking area 0.58
2. Admin building and workshop 2.08
3. RMS and fuel gas conditioning skid 2.31
4. Switchyard 4.13
5. GTG 1, HRSG 1 & STG 1 3.18
6. GTG 2, HRSG 2 & STG 2 3.19
7. Laydown Area 3.30
8. The demineralized water treatment plant 2.12
9. Cooling water system 2.49
10. HSD fuel storage system 2.72

11. River water treatment plant 3.49
12. Firefighting water storage 0.67
13. Roads 5.87
14. Existing facilities, i.e., buildings that will remain

1.05
(mosque, graveyard &guest house)
15. Spare land 11.65
16. Total 48.83
2.4 Key Project Activities

The Key Project Activities of the project during the construction phase are as shown below:
• Base Camp including the office and living area is about 22,000 m2 for 700 management personal
and Workers.
• Backfilling of Site is about 50,0000m³, the backfilling materials are river sand, and come from the
Bhairab river by the dredge.
• Fuel Supply for Construction Machinery is HSD and gas. The HSD is transported to the site by
truck and stored in oil drums which capacity is 200L/drum. There would be about 10pcs dumps
on the site.
• Delivery of Equipment to the Site is shipped to Mengora port by sea and transported by river to
the temporary dock of the power plant. (Figure 2-4)
2.4.1 Key Construction Activities List

• Contact effective
• The first casting of foundation
• GT and ST building steel structure lifting
• HRSG module lifting for Block1
• HRSG hydraulic test finish for block 1
• GT put in position for Block 1
• ST completion certificate for block 1 and auxiliaries
• High voltage system energization
• Step-up transformer energization
• DM-water available
• GT first time ignition and commissioning for block1
• GT synchronization for block 1

Figure 2-4: Route for Equipment Delivery
• Guarantee test for GT and auxiliaries of block 1

• RTR Completion of reliability run for GT and auxiliaries of block1
• Operation acceptance certificate for GT and auxiliaries of block 1
• ST steam pipe blowing work start for block 1
• Synchronization of Block 1
• Guarantee test of block1 and auxiliaries
• Completion of reliability run for block 1 and auxiliaries
• OAC Operational acceptance certificate for block1
➢ Commissioning includes GT, ST, Generator, BOP, ACC, etc.
• HRSG water and steam pipes are needed to do chemical cleaning.
• HRSG and steam pipes are needed to do NDT test.

• The gas and firefighting pipes are needed to do hydro-test.
➢ Site Stabilization
➢ Demobilization includes the clearance of the left construction materials and domestic facilities and
the withdraw of construction personal and equipment.
2.4.2 Implementation Schedule and Project Status

The project will be implemented for 36 months as detailed below.
• Gas Turbine 1 – 720 days from Contract Effective Start Date.
• Block 1 – 990 days from Contract Effective Start Date.
The construction period for this project is 36 months. The physical works are expected to commence in
July 2020 i.e., backfilling works.
2.4.3 Utilities for Construction

➢ Water
The power plant production water and domestic water are from the Bhairab river (affected by reverse
irrigation of tidal seawater). The natural gas RMS regulating station domestic water is municipal water.
The construction water is underground.
➢ Electricity
The construction and domestic electricity are municipal electricity prepared by EPC contractors. The
commissioning electricity is from PGCB national grid Kourna south substation prepared by the Owner.

3 CHAPTER 3: LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Policies
The Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) is the agency responsible for planning, promoting,
coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of programs and plans regarding the environment and
forestry. The MoEF deals with all national environmental matters and is responsible for the prevention
and control of pollution, forestation, and regeneration of degraded areas and protection of the
environment, and in the framework of legislation. MoEF also undertakes surveys, impact assessment,
pollution control, research, and collection and dissemination of environmental information, as well as
environmental awareness among all sectors in Bangladesh.
Under the MoEF is the DoE, which performs regulatory functions. DoE was created in 1989 as the primary
government agency responsible for enforcing environmental management regulations to ensure
sustainable development and to conserve and manage the environment. The DoE ensures the consistent
application of environmental rules and regulations and provides guidance, training, and promotional
campaign on improving environmental awareness.
The main environmental regulations in Bangladesh are the Environment Conservation Act (ECA) 1995
(amended 2000, 2002, 2007, and 2010) and Environment Conservation Rules (ECR) 1997. ECA 1995
provides the requirements on environmental protection, improvement of environmental standards, and
control and abatement of environmental pollution. Through the ECA 1995, the DoE is mandated to
undertake any activity needed to conserve and enhance the quality of the environment and to control,
prevent and mitigate pollution.
ECR 1997 provides for the declaration of ecologically critical areas, categorization of industries and
projects, and identified types of environmental assessments needed against respective categories of
industries or projects. Among other things, these rules set (i) the National Environmental Quality
Standards for ambient air, various types of water, industrial effluent, emission, noise, vehicular exhaust,
etc.; (ii) the requirement for and procedures to obtain ECC; and (iii) the requirement for the IEE and their
based-on categories of industrial and other development interventions. ECA 1995 and ECR 1997 outline
the regulatory mechanism to protect the environment in Bangladesh. Aside from ECA 1995 and ECR 1997,
Table 2.1 presents a summary of relevant environmental regulations.
3.1.1 National Environmental Regulations

The EPC contractor and all subcontractors will comply with all the relevant international Environmental
Agreements signed by Bangladesh listed below.
• Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Paris 1972)
• Convention on Biological Diversity (1992)
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (Washington
1973) – also known as CITES
• Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer
• Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (a protocol to the Vienna
Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer)
• Kyoto Protocol (1997)
• UNFCCC (1992)
• Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their
Disposal (1989)

3.1.2 International Environmental Agreements
SPS 2009 sets the environmental requirements and review procedures of ADB for all the projects and
grants they finance. SPS 2009 consists of three key safeguard areas, (i) environment, (ii) involuntary
resettlement, and (iii) indigenous peoples; aims to avoid adverse project impacts to both the environment
and the affected people; minimize, mitigate and/or compensate for adverse project impacts; and help
Borrowers to strengthen their safeguard systems and to develop their capacity in managing the
environmental and social risks. Based on SPS 2009, the project is category A and the EIA is referred to in
the overall project environmental assessment.
3.1.3 Environmental Requirements of Asian Development Bank

On 8 December 1974, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) was created as an international financial
institution following the Articles of Agreement signed and ratified by all member countries done in the
City of Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Consisting of 57-member countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and
Latin America, IsDB aims to foster the economic development and social progress in its member countries,
and Muslim communities in nonmember countries. Among others, IsDB is already a key player in the clean
energy sector, with investments of around $1 billion between 2010 and 2012. Since its inception, IsDB
has funded about $2.75 billion in renewable energy projects and has allocated six percent of its operation
to climate change mitigating projects.
During the projects’ appraisal/negotiations stage in the IsDB’s project cycle, activities cover the review
and assessment of the following major aspects of a project: technical, institutional, economic, financial,
social, and environmental impact.
IsDB is ADB’s third-largest multilateral partner for project co-financing since December 2015 and has
signed a framework cofinancing agreement in September 2008 and was extended until 2017.
3.1.4 Environmental Requirements of Islamic Development Bank

3.2 Environmental Limits and Values
The following environmental limit values shall be taken into account for the implementation of the
Combined Cycle Power Plant:
3.3 Ambient Air Quality

According to the ECR 1997 and its subsequent amendment in 2006, the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards and International Standards (IFC/WHO) has been depicted in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Ambient Air Quality Standards/ Guidelines
Bangladesh* WHO**
Parameter
24 hourlies (μg/m3) Annual(μg/m3) 24 hourlies (μg/m3) Annual(μg/m3)
SPM* 200 - - -
PM10 150 50 50 20
PM2.5 65 15 25(guideline) 10
SO2 365 80 20 -
NOX - 100 - 40
CO* 10,000 - 10,000 -

Note:

CO and SPM concentrations and standards are 8-hourly only.
*The Bangladesh National Ambient Air Quality Standards have been taken from the Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997 which
was amended on 19th August 2005 vide S.R.O. No.220-Law/2005.
**WHO Ambient Air Quality Guideline Values (2005 and 2000), which are also being referred in the World Bank and IFC’s General
EHS Guidelines (2007). Represents the standard values applicable to the Project; NOX in Bangladesh National Ambient Air Quality
Standards to be reported as NO2.
As per the WB/IFC General EHS guidelines, ambient air quality results need to be compared with the
relevant ambient air quality guidelines and standards by applying national legislated standards, or in their
absence, the current WHO air quality guidelines or other internationally recognized sources, such as the
United States National Ambient Air Quality Standards and the relevant European Council Directives. Since
Bangladesh has its own national ambient air quality standards, these local standards are considered as
the applicable standard for the project.
3.4 Noise Level

According to The Bangladesh National, Ambient Noise Standards have been taken from Schedule 4
(Standards for Sound) of the Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997 amended October 7, 2006, as
shown in Table 3-2.
Table 3-2: Noise Level Standards/ Guidelines
Bangladesh* IFC-WHO**
Category of
Day (dB(A)) Night (dB(A)) Day (dB(A)) Night (dB(A))
Area/Receptor
6 am to 9 pm 9 pm to 6 am 7 am to 10 pm 10 pm to 7 am
Silent Zone 50 40 55 45
Residential Area 55 45 55 45
Mixed Area 60 50 - -
Commercial Area 70 60 70 70
Industrial Area 75 70 70 70
Note:
*The Bangladesh National Ambient Noise Standards have been taken from Schedule 4 (Standards for Sound) of the Environmental
Conservation Rules, 1997 amended October 7, 2006.
**Guidelines values are for noise levels measured out of doors. Source: Guidelines for Community Noise, World Health
Organization (WHO), 1999; As per IFC EHS noise level guidelines, Noise impacts should not exceed the levels presented in the
above table.

4 CHAPTER 4: METHODOLOGY
4.1 Quantitative Monitoring Methodology
4.1.1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
The existing ambient air quality of the study area will be monitored during the construction period of the
power plant. The ambient status of major air pollutants viz. Particulate Matter (SPM, PM 10, and PM2.5),
Gaseous substance (NOx, SO2, and CO) has been assessed. All the parameters will be sampled for 24
hours.
Haz-Scanner TM (HIM 6000) will be used to monitor the ambient air quality. The particulate and gaseous
samples will be monitored and analyzed as per the procedures specified in Table 4-1 and the instrument
shown in Figure 4-1.
Table 4-1: Methodology for the Analysis of Ambient Air Quality
Sl. No. Parameters Analysis Procedure
1. SPM Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
2. PM10 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
3. PM2.5 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
4. SO2 High Sensitivity Electrochemical
5. NOx High Sensitivity Electrochemical
6. CO High Sensitivity Electrochemical

Sources: Information Taken from EQMS Environmental Laboratory
Figure 4-1: Automatic Air Sampler (Haz-ScannerTM; HIM 6000)

Air quality monitoring samples will be monitored for a defined time interval and from different sampling
points within project areas. All Air quality data will be collected for 24 hours where SPM & CO will be 8
hours. Ambient air quality monitoring time and interval from one point to another point and conversion
factor are specified in Table 4-2.
Table 4-2: Air Sample Collection Time and Data Converted Time
Sl. No. Parameters Sample Collection time (Hr.) Conversion Time (Hr.)
1. SPM 8 8
2. PM10 24 24
3. PM2.5 24 24
4. SO2 24 24
5. NOX 24 24
6. CO 8 8
4.1.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring Methods

The ambient noise level has been measured within the project area for 1 hour in every location. One Noise
data logger sound level meter (Techoplus, Model: SLM25K) (Figure 4-2) was used to collect the ambient
noise levels. After getting all the noise it has been downloaded to the computer. The noise meter was
settled in a tripod and kept 2-3 m away from the sources. The only sensitive area has been covered. The
noise level has been analyzed according to the methodology and compared with the Environment
Conservation Rules (ECR), 1997- Schedule 4 and Noise Pollution Control Rules, 2006. The SLM was
oriented towards the facility of interest for each measurement taken. The SLM was calibrated before the
noise monitoring survey was carried out. The sound level was recorded in form of A-weighted equivalent
continuous sound pressure level (LAeq) values with the use of A-weighting filters in the noise measuring
instrument. Then noise level data has been analyzed to LAeqday, LAeqnight, LAmax, and LAmin.

Figure 4-2: Noise Level Meter (Techoplus; Model: SLM25K)
4.2 Qualitative Monitoring Methodology

Qualitative environmental monitoring is conducted during the construction period depending on the EIA
review and ADB guidelines. Almost all the qualitative parameters are considered during the monitoring
period. The methodology of qualitative monitoring is presented in the following Table 4-3.
Table 4-3: Methodology of Qualitative Environmental Monitoring
Sl.
Parameters Methodology
No.
1. Water Resources A comprehensive checklist will be developed for observation building

residuals dumping, bank erosion, and drainage systems. Water levels will be
collected from the available BWDB water gauge station. KII will be conducted
with regional/local BWDB officers, different departmental officers of Upazila,
and the local community.
2. Biological Environment The Ecology team will involve extensively in the field to monitor and to identify
any potential killing of any wildlife species during buildings demolition and
vegetation clearing period in the project area. The team will search the project
area; record the kills or dead or injured animals from the study area. Direct
observation /Transects will be conducted within the project area. The
ecological team will make 2 days transect walk and direct visual observation
near to demolition and clearance activities every week.
Vegetation study will be taken up by using the quadrate method. It will be
conducted by the stratified 5 (five) quadrates (5 × 5 m) in the project area.
Opportunistic observation will also be considered. The total number of trees

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No.
and DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) will be counted in the datasheet.
Measuring tape and 20 m rope will be used during the study. The following
calculation will be carried after the data collection.
Dolphin survey will be conducted by transect method according to Smith et al.
(2006). It will be conducted to calculate the encounter rate of dolphin
sightings. About 10 km stretch of U/S and D/S of Rupsha River on the pre-
defined transect. Two confluence sites (Bhairab- Ataland Bhairab- Modhumoti)
and River route from Rupsha bridge to Modhumoti Bhairab confluence will be
surveyed quarterly. The ecologist team has previously experienced dolphin
surveys at the Sangu River, Chattogram; the Jamuna River, Sirajganj; the
Rabnabad Channel, Patuakhali; the Padma River, Manikganj; the Sundarbans
and Swatch of No Ground of the Bay of Bengal.
3. Underwater Noise A surface-based underwater noise measuring system is more common and
popular than the other system. In surface-based systems, a generic continuous
underwater noise measuring system is deployed from a surface platform, most
commonly a vessel. The vessel can be free-floating, or more usually, anchored.
All system parts except the noise meter are placed on the vessel, while the
sensor is suspended from the vessel at the desired depth and connected to
the equipment aboard with a cable. The platform-based underwater noise
measuring systems are the most usual entry (starting) level for underwater
noise measurements. The reason is that small vessel are easy to find and
handle and the measuring equipment (amplifier, filter, A/D converter, etc.) can
be easily available general-purpose laboratory equipment. The great
advantage of this methodology is that it is real-time. The functionality of the
system is always under control, measurement parameters can be adjusted and
data monitored in real-time. It can be very useful when starting to monitor
underwater noise when knowledge and experience are gained.
4. Fish Diversity and To conduct the assessment of fish diversity and habitat, the survey team will
Habitat drive for the boat-to-boat survey within Bhairab River around 2 - km u/s and d/s
away from the Project site. In the survey, the team will consider 1 (one) normal
day as well as 1 (one) full moon or dark moon. A suitable questionnaire will be
kept to distinguish the fish species, and their local status (IUCN Red List
Bangladesh, 2015 and Fish Base data). Then the team will make a checklist of
threatened species within the survey AOI. In addition, alternatively (each
quarter) one fish market will be surveyed for species composition within the
study AOI. The consultant will scrutinize the fish species, their sources, and
their availability within the project AOI during the market survey.
5. Fishing Livelihoods The precisely guided questionnaire will be used to apprehend the fishing
activities, seasonal engagement, species availability, yields and market price,
equipment/production cost, livelihoods, extant of dependency (primary and
secondary) on fishing, etc.
After getting the baseline information from FGDs and KII, the team will
accumulate the consequences considering the livelihood, socio-economic
status, production cost, monthly/seasonal fishing engagement, daily/monthly
earnings, available exquisite and expensive fisheries around the fishing area,
etc.

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6. Worker Health and Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Sanitation by the Contractor as an independent document.
7. Working Condition, Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Laws, Safety, and by the Contractor as an independent document
Security
8. Generation of Non- Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Hazardous Solid Waste by the Contractor as an independent document
(Domestic Waste, Office
Waste)
9. Community Safety and Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Security by the Contractor as an independent document
10. Agricultural Production, Agricultural production, Loss, and Diseases (If Present) will be monitored
Loss and Disease through direct observation in the field. Also, the cropping pattern will be
monitored to picture the cropping changes. Three Locations of the study area
within 0.5-2 kilometers will be selected as a sample field. Primarily, a
structured questionnaire will be kept to determine the production, yield, loss,
and disease (if present). Also, the team will conduct KII with the Upazilla
Agricultural Officer and Sub Divisional Agricultural Officer to distinguish the
running production and previous one. 2 (two) nos. of FGD will be conducted
with local farmers.
11. Drinking-Water Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
by the Contractor as an independent document
12. Health and Safety Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
4.3 Impacts Auditing Methodology

This auditing section will be conducted depending on the visual inspection and also real-time
environmental hazards. A basic methodology for impacts auditing is presented in Table 4-4.
Table 4-4: Impact Auditing Methodology During Construction
Sl. No. Parameters Methodology
1. Hydrocarbon and A comprehensive checklist will be generated and maintained logbook.

Chemical Storage Visual observation and pictorial evidence will also be maintained. The
storage place and the surrounding area will be maintained in an
environmentally sound manner.
2. Damage to Local Roads Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
starting of the project till the end. Besides all documents will be
oriented in the monthly based report.
3. Traffic Safety Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
4. Air Quality (Dust, Smoke) Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the

5. Noise (Daily) The ambient noise level will be measured around the construction area
for 1hour when the construction work going on. One Noise data logger
sound level meter (Techoplus, Model: SLM25K) will be used to collect
the ambient noise levels. After getting all the noise it has been
downloaded to the computer. The noise meter was settled in a tripod
and kept 2-3 m away from the sources. The noise level has been
analyzed according to the methodology and compared with the
Environment Conservation Rules (ECR), 1997- Schedule 4 and Noise
Pollution Control Rules, 2006.
6. Plantation Healthy plants are vital to sustainable and profitable yield production
and the quality and cost of the nation's supply of food, fuel, and fiber
Plant. To conduct the study, the team will consider ten x ten m (10 × 10
m) experimental plots: one wet, one dry, and one control. Sidling’s,
Saplings, and the tree of each plot will be measured for the first time
through measurable tape. Additionally, a datasheet will be kept for
recording the plant health, plant width, leaves, etc. Surveyed locations
will be repetitive, non-destructive, and measurable in the context of soil
and plant characteristics.
7. Waste Management Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
8. Hazardous Waste Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
Handling starting of the project till the end. Besides all documents will be
9. Restoration of Work Sites Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
10. Safety of Workers Incident reporting, Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be
Monitoring and Reporting maintained from the starting of the project till the end. Besides all
Accidents documents will be oriented in the monthly based report.
11. Emergency Response Included in the “Emergency Response Plan” which has been submitted
Facilities by the contractor as an independent document.
12. Grievance Mechanism Several complaint boxes will be set up around the project area and the
documentation will be maintained on weekly basis.

5 CHAPTER 5: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
5.1.1 Locations
The objective of the surrounding air quality observing system was to set up the standard encompassing
air quality in the study area. The profile of the Project is mainly urban on the western and Rupsha – Bhairab
River on the eastern side. The major sources of air pollution noted within the study area include vehicular
movement on the national highway and domestic emissions apart from the existing industries. Ambient
air quality has been monitored in the project activities. The location details are as follows Table 5-1.
Besides, the monitoring locations map and photographs are attached in the annex section for more
clarification.
Table 5-1: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations
Sl. GPS Sampling
Code Sampling Station Location Setting
No. Coordinates Date & Time
In front of Rotary School,

22°50'55.91"N 28.11.2021 Urban Residential
1. AQ1 Khalishpur, Khulna (Residential
89°32'30.05"E 11:47 AM Settings
Area near KNM)
Second Gate of the Project,

22°51'11.90"N 25.11.2021
2. AQ2 Khalishpur, Khulna (Inside the Residential Settings
89°32'58.52"E 09:02 AM
Project Area)
Hardboard Boat Terminal Area,

Chandanimahal, Khalishpur 22°51'38.61"N 26.11.2021 Village and Rural
3. AQ3
Khulna (Residential Area of 89°33'15.66"E 09:43 AM Settings
Chandanimahal Village)
Residential Area of Khulna Power 22°51'57.79"N 24.11.2021

4. AQ4 Industrial Settings
Station, Khalishpur Khulna 89°32'17.44"E 08:35 AM
Crescent High School Play 22°51'50.62"N 29.11.2021 Urban and Slum

5. AQ5
Ground, Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32'56.81"E 12:17 PM Settings
Muktijoddha Complex,
22°52'15.63"N 27.11.2021 Village and Rural
6. AQ6 Chandanimahal, Khalishpur,
89°32'38.12"E 10:26 AM Settings
Khulna
Sources: Monthly Environmental Monitoring, November 2021
5.1.2 Results and Discussion

Air quality around the construction area (Project Site) has been monitored during November 2021 from
the 24th to the 29th date. An automatic air sampler has been used to execute the task and the monitoring
was a continuous process. The monitored ambient air quality is summarized in Table 5-2.

Table 5-2: Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area
Sl. Ambient Air Pollution Concentration in µg/m3

Code Period CO
No. SPM PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NOx Remarks
ppm
Unit µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3
Baseline 42.07 15.22 13.88 134.18 17.62 0.01 Remain more than Baseline exception NOX & SO2 but Under the
Standard Values for all Parameters. Only SO2 exceeds the IFC
1. AQ1 standard but under the BD Standard. Sources: Residential
November
58.5 31.2 19.6 42.5 16.7 0.09 Combustion, Road Dust Spreading, and Local Construction
2021
Work.
Remain less than Baseline exception PM10, NOX & CO and Under
Baseline 141.60 39.55 38.53 71.89 21.41 0.29 the BD Standard Values for all Parameters exception PM10, PM2.5
& SO2 exceed IFC standard but under Bangladesh standard.
2. AQ2
Sources: Dust from Land Filling Area, Vehicle movement,
November
92.1 52.28 33.16 32.76 22.2 0.31 Building Construction, Pilling activities Emission, and
2021
Residential Combustion.
Baseline 82.32 60.86 56.14 19.14 51.04 0.17 Remain less than Baseline and Under the IFC & BD Standard
Values for all Parameters, Exception SO2 exceed IFC standard
3. AQ3
November but under Bangladesh standard. Sources: Rural Combustion,
65.3 38.2 23.8 34.5 29.8 0.16
2021 River Transport Emission, and Road Traffic.
Remain more than Baseline exception NOX & CO but Under the
Baseline 47.61 15.04 7.79 32.38 39.98 0.32
Bangladesh Standard Values for all Parameters where PM10,
4. AQ4 PM2.5 & SOX cross the IFC standard. Sources: Industrial Emission,
November
98.4 55.8 42.1 50.3 30.4 0.08 Construction activities, Vehicular Emission, and Road Dust.
2021
Remain more than Baseline exception SPM & SO2 but Under the
Baseline 127.71 47.22 23.34 49.01 7.93 0.01
Bangladesh Standard Values for all Parameters Exception PM10,
5. AQ5 PM2.5 & SO2. cross the IFC Standard. Sources: Slum Area
November
116.2 60.5 44.9 43.8 28.4 0.12 Combustion, Industrial Combustion, and Local Traffic.
2021

Code Period CO
ppm
Remain more than the Baseline for all Parameters, Exception

Baseline 117.60 87.45 24.87 21.18 8.60 0.07
SPM & PM10. Exceed the IFC Standard Values of PM10, PM2.5 SO2
6. AQ6 & NOX but don’t cross the Bangladesh standard limit. Sources:
November Rural Combustion, Dust from Land Filling area, Sand Extraction
132.6 71.4 52.7 35.4 35.8 0.17
2021 and Local Traffic.
5. Duration (hours) 8 24 24 24 Annual 8
Bangladesh 100
6. 200 150 65 365 9
Standard* (Annual)
40
7. IFC/WHO Standard -- 50 25 20 --
(Annual)
Note:
Exceed the Bangladesh Standard Exceed the Baseline Standard Exceed the IFC/WHO Standard Exceed Both Baseline and IFC/WHO
Standard
* According to ECR 1997 and Subsequent amendment 19th August 2005; vide S.R.O. No.220-Law/2005;
Date of Sampling: 24th to 29th November 2021;
Date of Analysis: 5th December 2021;
Weather Condition: Sunny;
Baseline = Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP), May 2019.

5.1.3 Photographs
Photo 5-1: AQ1, In front of Rotary School, Khalishpur, Khulna (Residential Area near KNM)
Photo 5-2: AQ2, Second Gate of the Project, Khalishpur, Khulna (Inside the Project Area)
Photo 5-3: AQ3, Hardboard Boat Terminal Area, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur Khulna (Residential Area of

Photo 5-4: AQ4, Residential Area of Khulna Power Station, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-5: AQ5, Crescent High School Play Ground, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-6: AQ6, Muktijoddha Complex, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur, Khulna

Source: Monthly Environmental Monitoring, November 2021

5.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring
5.2.1 Locations
Noise levels were recorded at ten locations in the study area during November 2021. Noise levels were recorded in the form of sound pressure levels using a digital
sound level meter. Detail list of noise level sampling locations is given in Table 5-3. The noise level was measured at every location at different times. The sound
level is recorded in form of A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure level (Leq) values with the use of A-weighting filters in the noise measuring instrument.
The locations map and photographs have been oriented in the annex section.
Table 5-3: Sensitive Noise Locations
Sl. Time
Code Location GPS Coordinates Sampling Date Location Setting Category
No. Day Night
Abandoned Hospital Premises of 22°51’14.8’’N 09:22 Urban and Slum

1. NL1 24.11.2021 09:17 PM Residential Area
KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32’57.8’’E AM Settings
The residential area of KNM, 22°51’12.8’’N 09:25 Urban and Slum

Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32’57.2’’E AM Settings
South-West Corner of the Project 22°51’03.1’’N 09:34 Urban and Slum

Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’52.1’’E AM Settings
Demolished Overhead Tank of KNM

22°51’09.8’’N 09:53
4. NL4 (Presently Wearhouse Building of the 26.11.2021 09:08 PM Industrial Settings Industrial Area
89°33’03.4’’E AM
Power Plant), Khalishpur Khulna
Southern Side of the Project Boundary, 22°51’03.7’’N 10:15 Urban and Slum
Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’58.9’’E AM Settings
Residential Area of the Power Plant, 22°51’05.3’’N 10:08 Urban and Slum
Premises of Abandoned Mosque

22°51’06.8’’N 10:22 Urban and Slum
7. NL7 (Presently Feed Water Pump Room), 27.11.2021 09:19 PM Silent Area
89°32’53.9’’E AM Settings
Khalishpur, Khulna

Sl. Time
No. Day Night
Western Corner of the Project, 22°51’07.6’’N 09:41 Market Place and

8. NL8 25.11.2021 09:32 PM Commercial Area
Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’49.2’’E AM Bazar Settings
KNM School (Under Construction), 22°51’13.5’’N 10:55 Village and Rural

9. NL9 28.11.2021 09:03 PM Silent Area
Alamnagar Village, Khalishpur Khulna 22°51’02.6’’N 28.11.2021 11:05 Village and Rural
10. NL10 09:36 PM Residential Area
(Local Community) 89°33’08.2’’E AM Settings

The noise level has been monitored during November 2021 from 24th to 28th dated. An electronic and auto-recorded noise meter has been used to conduct the
study. The recorded noise levels summary monitoring results are shown in Table 5-4.
Table 5-4: Noise Level Monitoring Results
Standard* IFC-WHO**
Sl. Sampling Ambient Noise Level [dB(A)]
Locations Period [dB(A)] [dB(A)] Remarks
No. Code
Leqday Leqnight L10 L90 Day Night Day Night
Exceed the Baseline but Bellow

Baseline 53.57 42.74 - - from the IFC, and BD Standard
Abandoned Hospital Level at Day but Bellow from the
1. NL1 Premises of KNM, 55 45 55 45 Baseline, IFC and BD Standard
Khalishpur, Khulna November Level at Night Time; Sources:
54.6 37.2 62.3 54.8
2021 Vehicle Movement, Local People,
etc.
Residential area of Exceed the Baseline, BD, and IFC

2. NL2 Baseline 49.37 35.14 - - 55 45 55 45
KNM, Khalishpur, Standard Level at Day Time and

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code
Khulna exceed the Baseline but under the
November BD and IFC Standard Level at Night
58.5 42.2 69.5 47.4
2021 Time; Sources: Peoples Shouting,
Playground, etc.
Bellow from the Baseline, IFC and
South-West Corner Baseline 52.45 36.21 - -
BD Standard Level both for Day &
NL3 (NL5 in of the Project
3. 55 45 55 45 Night Time; Sources: Rail Roads,
CEAP) Boundary, Khalishpur November
43.8 34.5 65.5 43.1 Vehicle Movements, Local
Khulna 2021 Peoples, Kitchen & Canteen, etc.

Demolished
Baseline 53.39 35.07 - - BD Standard Level at Day Time &
Overhead Tank of
Exceed the Baseline but under the
NL4 (NL6 in KNM (Presently
4. 75 70 70 70 BD and IFC Standard Level at Night
CEAP) Wear house Building
November Time; Sources: Construction
of the Power Plant), 50.9 43.2 72.3 42.3
2021 activities, Vehicle Movements,
Khalishpur Khulna
Peoples Shouting, etc.

Baseline 66.13 36.1 - - BD Standard Level at Day Time &
Exceed the Baseline but under the
Southern Side of the
NL5 (NL8 in BD and IFC Standard Level at Night
5. Project Boundary, 55 45 55 45
CEAP) Time; Sources: Vehicle
Khalishpur Khulna November
52.5 40.6 63.2 45.3 Movements, Construction
2021
Activities, Local Peoples Shouting,
etc.

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code
Exceed the Baseline, BD, and IFC

Baseline 58.53 34.71 - - Standard Level at Day Time and
exceed the Baseline but under the
Residential Area of
NL6 (NL9 in BD and IFC Standard Level at Night
6. the Power Plant, 55 45 55 45
CEAP) Time; Sources: River
Khalishpur, Khulna
November transportation, Batch mixer plant,
65.7 41.3 54.8 77.2
2021 Vehicle Movements, Local People
Screaming, Shouting, etc.
Premises of Bellow from the Baseline, BD, and

Baseline 60.27 35.2 - -
Abandoned Mosque IFC Standard Level both for Day
NL7 (NL11
7. (Presently Feed 50 40 55 45 time & Night-Time. Sources:
in CEAP) November
Water Pump Room), 46.7 32.5 55.3 38.6 Construction Activities,
Khalishpur, Khulna 2021 Surroundings People Shouting.
Exceed the Baseline but Below

Baseline 53.14 35.97 - - from the IFC, and BD Standard
Western Corner of Level both at Day Time and Night
NL8 (NL12
8. the Project, 70 60 70 70 Time; Sources: Rail transportation,
in CEAP)
Khalishpur Khulna November Construction activities, Vehicle
57.0 38.4 60.5 71.2
2021 Movements, Local Peoples
Screaming, etc.
Baseline 51.72 34.83 - - Exceed the Baseline, IFC, and BD

KNM School (Under Standard Level both at Day Time
NL9 (NL13
9. Construction), 50 40 55 45 and Night Time; Sources:
in CEAP) November
Khalishpur, Khulna 58.2 47.4 68.4 61.2 Construction Activities, Students
2021 Shouting, and Workers Shouting

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code

Baseline 51.02 35.05 - - Standard Level at Day Time and
Alamnagar Village, exceed the Baseline but under the
NL10 (NL14
10. Khalishpur Khulna 55 45 55 45 BD and IFC Standard Level at Night
in CEAP)
(Local Community) November Time; Sources: Surroundings Local
54.8 43.4 52.7 67.4
2021 People Shouting, Vehicle
Movements, etc.
Note:
Exceed the Exceed the Exceed the Exceed Both Baseline Exceed Both Baseline Exceed Both IFC/WHO Exceed Baseline,
Bangladesh Baseline IFC/WHO and IFC/WHO and Bangladesh and IFC/WHO and
Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Bangladesh Standard Bangladesh Standard
* According to ECR 1997 and Subsequent amendment on 2006;

Date of Noise Monitoring: 24th to 28th November 2021,
Date of analysis: 5th December 2021;
Baseline = Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP), May, 2019
According to Bangladesh Environmental Quality Standard ECR’97 categorizations, the current monitoring location falls into Residential area (NL1, NL2, NL3, NL5,
NL6, and NL10), Silent area (NL7 and NL9), Industrial Area (NL4), and Commercial area (NL8). The daytime noise level of NL1, NL2, NL6, NL8, NL9 & NL10 are
exceeded baseline values rest of the other location values are below the baseline and all values are below the standard level BD and IFC-WHO exception NL2, NL6
& NL9 (Figure 5-1).

Leqday
80
70
Noise Level (dBA)
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
NL1 NL2 NL3 NL4 NL5 NL6 NL7 NL8 NL9 NL10
Nov-20 54.6 58.5 43.8 50.9 52.5 65.7 46.7 57 58.2 54.8
Baseline 53.57 49.37 52.45 53.39 66.13 58.53 60.27 53.14 51.72 51.02
BD Standard 55 55 55 75 55 55 50 70 50 55
IFC Standard 55 55 55 70 55 55 55 70 55 55
Figure 5-1: Comparison Diagram of Leqday, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard
There is huge local road traffic on the highway alongside the project and also observed river
transportation behind the power plant area. In the daytime, more than a thousand vehicles are passing
through the local roads and riverways. Besides, local people of this area are engaged in extracting sands
from the river, and the sands are also transported by local truck, lorry, van, etc. There are a lot of industries
around the project area where, heavy machinery, vehicle, and river transportation may be influenced here
for increasing the noise level. Mitigation measures are already taken to control the noise level in all of the
locations. Most of the areas will be fenced out and the acoustic barrier will be in the operational phase.
Earplugs will be provided to all of the workers for reducing the extreme effect of noise pollution.

Leqnight
70
60
Noise Level (dBA)
50
40
30
20
10
0
Nov-20 37.2 42.2 34.5 43.2 40.6 41.3 32.5 38.4 47.4 43.4
Baseline 42.74 35.14 36.21 35.07 36.1 34.71 35.2 35.97 34.83 35.05
BD Standard 45 45 45 70 45 45 40 60 40 45
IFC Standard 45 45 45 70 45 45 45 70 45 45
Figure 5-2: Comparison Diagram of Leqnight, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard
The night-time noise level of all the locations is exceed the baseline value exception NL1 & NL7 but
remained under the standard of Bangladesh and IFC-WHO exception NL9 (Figure 5-2). The noise level in
every location may be hampered by traffic movement on the highway nearby as well as the sand
transported by local trucks or trolleys which are responsible for increasing the noise level in this area.
River transportation such as goods and people bearing engine boats, ferry and cargo are responsible for
increasing the noise level around all of the areas.
5.2.3 Photographs
Photo 5-7: NL1, Abandoned Hospital Premises of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna

Photo 5-8: NL2, Residential area of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-9: NL3, South-West Corner of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-10: NL4, Demolished Overhead Tank of KNM (Presently Wearhouse Building of the Power Plant),
Khalishpur Khulna Photo 10

Photo 5-11: NL5, Southern Side of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-12: NL6, Residential Area of the Power Plant, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-13: NL7, Premises of Abandoned Mosque (Presently Feed Water Pump Room), Khalishpur, Khulna

Photo 5-14: NL8, Western Corner of the Project, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-15: NL9, KNM School (Under Construction), Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-16: NL10, Alamnagar Village, Khalishpur Khulna (Local Community)


5.3 Underwater Noise Monitoring
5.3.1 Locations
About two locations had been selected for underwater noise monitoring adjacent to the project boundary
(Jetty Area) into Bhairab river with considering the water transport of project operation. Noise levels were
recorded in the form of sound pressure levels using a digital sound level meter following proper
methodology. Detail list of noise level monitoring locations is given in Table 5-5. The underwater noise
had been monitored on daily basis and also when required. The location map and photographs have been
oriented in the annex section.
Table 5-5: Underwater Noise Monitoring Locations and Descriptions
Sl. No. Code Location GPS Coordinates
1. UWN1 Adjacent to the Jetty Area of the Project 22°51'5.49"N 89°33'18.86"E

An electronic and auto-recorded noise meter has been used to conduct the study. The recorded
underwater noise levels summary monitoring results are shown in Table 5-6.
Table 5-6: Underwater Noise Level Monitoring Results
Sl. No. Date Time Average Noise Level (dBA) in Daily (UWN1)
1. 01.11.2021 10:22 AM 97.4
2. 02.11.2021 09:34 AM 93.7
3. 03.11.2021 11:05 AM 112.5
4. 04.11.2021 04:12 PM 91.3
5. 06.11.2021 04:27 PM 103.2
6. 08.11.2021 03:43 PM 98.9
7. 09.11.2021 10:21 AM 95.8
8. 10.11.2021 10:45 AM 97.5
9. 12.11.2021 05:02 PM 88.4
10. 13.11.2021 04:29 PM 108.4
11. 14.11.2021 03:56 PM 110.6
12. 15.11.2021 09:33 AM 98.5
13. 16.11.2021 10:34 AM 94.7
14. 17.11.2021 09:48 AM 88.4
15. 19.11.2021 10:54 AM 115.3
16. 20.11.2021 04:31 PM 113.8
17. 21.11.2021 03:37 PM 97.8
18. 22.11.2021 04:26 PM 98.2
19. 24.11.2021 09:30 AM 87.4

20. 25.11.2021 03:35 PM 96.9
21. 27.11.2021 04:08 PM 78.6
22. 30.11.2021 09:34 AM 109.5
The underwater noise from the project construction and water vehicles are barely responsible for
impacting the aquatic organism in the surrounding river. A few water kinds of transport are now engaged
for construction-related work but it produces not so much noise to the deep-water body. Besides these,
there are two thousand or more local vehicles, ships, trolly are passing here through the Bhairab river
towards the Rupsha River. So, the project-induced noise level has a rare impact on the aquatic organism,
and in the future, if any kind of disruption is observed immediate action will be taken.
5.3.3 Photographs

Photo 5-17: Monthly Under Water Noise Monitoring

5.4 Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring
According to CEAP and EIA review, some important environmental issues are oriented in the following Table 5-5 during the monthly inspection of November 2021.
The construction work has not been started in full swing yet, so the impacts or issues observed are very lower than the demolition or pre-construction period.
Therefore, the environmental practices in the project sites have been presented in the following table with considering the construction status.
Table 5-7: Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring and Mitigation Measures
Sl. No. Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Remarks
1. Workers’ Health and Safety - Maintaining safety gears - The contractor has ensured the PPE application
- No entry without PPE during full swing work
- Comfortable working conditions for the workers - Safety personnel will be appointed as soon as
possible
- No major issues of health and safety were observed
in this monitoring period
Photographs and Evidence:
Photo 5-18: Uses of Proper PPE
2. Damage to Local Roads - No damage observed - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- In a proper condition to mitigate any situation when will arise
- Need to be refurbished

- Water spraying as per demand
Photo 5-19: Local Road’s Condition Infront of Project Area
3. Traffic Safety - A bunch of traffic men, signalmen, and linesmen are - Supervision personnel should be appointed for
appointed for proper traffic navigation at the project monitoring all of the traffic-related staff and
area personnel
- All are well trained and responsible
- Traffic signs, safety signboard, navigation board,
etc. have been increased

Photo 5-20: Ensured Signalman and Traffic Signboard
4. Air Quality (Dust, Smoke)-Including - Due to the rainy season, there had a few waters - One water track is spraying water three or four times
Constructing Site, Batch Mixing Plant, Material spraying conducted for dust control per day as per demand.
Storage Sites - No issues have arisen yet - The contractor will take all necessary steps for
- Will be increased than previous time after ending of developing the issue
raining days

Photo 5-21: Spraying Water for Controlling Dust
5. Noise-Including Physical Inspection and Visual - An existing noise barricade around the project area - Some new barricade construction is ongoing
Inspection has been observed - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- The contractor has been provided earplugs for to mitigate any situation when will arise
workers where noisy work ongoing
- No issues were observed during the inspection
about the noise pollution.
Photo 5-22: Existing Noise Barricade & Using Earplug
6. Plantation - There has been no plantation plan received from the - Monitoring has been conducted continuously but the
contractor and related activities are absent from the activity on the plantation is absent. The evidence and
starting of construction work till now. details will be incorporated after getting any
information about it.
7. Waste Management - Waste bins have been provided for waste collection - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
▪ Solid Wastes - All kinds of wastes are collected in the proper way to mitigate any situation when will arise
▪ Liquid Wastes - Some solid wastes created from pile head break - All of the domestic wastes are dumped in a
which is accumulated in a place and handover to 3rd government-approved dumping site near the power
▪ Construction Wastes

▪ Hazardous Wastes party plant
- All kinds of wastes are collected in a proper way - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
to mitigate any situation when will arise
Photo 5-23: Ensured Waste Bins and Accumulate Solid Waste
8. Hazardous Waste Handling - A few hazardous wastes related impacts observed - Proper monitoring will be needed to maintain this
- Possibility to soil pollution due to oil leaching kind of situation
- Immediately the leaching oil had been cleaned up - A concrete designated place is needed for
and the place covered with sand mechanical work of vehicle

Photo 5-24: Equipment Repairing & Hydrocarbon Storage
9. Visual Observation of Drinking Water and - Safe drinking water has been ensured for workers - The contractor will promote the water supply system
Sanitation - Sanitation facilities have been completed in a near future
- No waterborne disease has been observed yet - Also increasing the sanitation facilities
Photo 5-25: Provide Safe Drinking Water & Toilet Facilities

10. Safety of Workers Monitoring & Reporting - Good fencing and signboard instalment - Security guard & guard room has been provided in
Accidents - No accidents have been recorded yet every corner of the project area.
- Maintain Register Books - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- Fencing and signboard instalment will be increased
Photo 5-26: Ensured Safety Barricade
11. Emergency Response Facilities - Good placement of first aid box with basic medical - The contractor will take all necessary steps for
assistance implementing the issue
- Established Emergency medical centre - The medical team will be appointed in a near future
- Accessible and good at handling
- Observed petrol first aider team

Photo 5-27: Provide First Aid Facilities
12. Grievance Mechanism - The complaint box has been placed in the main gate - The contractor will take all necessary steps for this
and several points in the project area grievance mechanism
- Local publicly accessible - The stakeholder meeting will also be undertaken
Photo 5-28: Install Complain Box both Inner & Outside of Project Area

6 CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION
The monthly environmental monitoring in the project area had been conducted for observing and
maintaining the several environmental aspects as well as inspecting the outcomes of environmental
performance. Depending on the quality analysis, dust or air pollution is slightly generated in the area due
to vehicle transportation and other machinery. Tanker spray is being continued for reducing this effect.
Solid, liquid, and other related wastes management systems are now in progress.
Several drainage systems are under construction for developing a better drainage system. A wastewater
(liquid waste) treatment pond is necessary for avoiding the surrounding soil or surface water pollution
and that will be constructed. Scattering wastes are dangerous for the workers and other staff.
Environmental degradation incidents and complaints are absent this month.
Some of the toilets and bathrooms had been constructed for the convenience of staff and workers and
some others were under construction. PPE and First Aid Box had been provided for securing the workers.
Toolbox and discussion meetings are now going on for better environmental and safety management.
Numerous flagmen, signalmen, and linesmen have been appointed for traffic management. Security
supervisors, managers, and guards will be appointed for good camp management.
Barricade around the construction area is now established before the noise level crosses the extreme
level. The water tank had been used for avoiding the vast dust pollution. For liquid waste management, a
designated water treatment pond is the demand of time. Solid waste (construction waste) has been
gathered in a specific area (designated area) for reusing or final disposal. Degradable solid waste has
been buried in the earthen whole for decomposing. Several complaint boxes have been placed in the camp
area for better camp management.
A complete Covid-19 preventive plan had been submitted and all other preventive measures are taken to
combat the pandemic situation. Regular basis training, awareness discussion, motivation, etc. have
already been implemented among the workers. Enough safety precautions have been taken to continue
the construction work. Monitoring and inspection are also going on depending on the Covid-19 prevention
plan.
Signalmen were observed during a site inspection. Supervision personnel should be appointed for
monitoring all of the traffic-related staff and personnel. The drainage system should be improved. Also,
the existing drain should be cleared routine-wise. Leaching of hydrocarbons was observed at someplace
need better option to handle hydrocarbon and also recommended to select a specific place for repairing
equipment. The contractor should have to improve the waste management system & maintain proper
evidence. No training hold on HSE, contractor should have arranged some HSE training as soon as
possible.

ANNEXURE
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Annex A: Lab Analysis Reports
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Annex A-1:Noise Level Analysis Report

Annex A-2: Ambient Air Quality Analysis Report

Annex A-3: Under Water Noise Level Analysis Report

Annex B: Environmental Monitoring Maps
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Map B-1: Air Quality Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant

Map B-2: Noise Level Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant

Map B-3: Under Water Noise Level Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant

Annex C: Environmental Monitoring Checklists
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“Monitoring Checklists are Submitted Separately as Hardcopy Along with this Report”
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OWNER’S DOCUMENT NO. CONTRACTOR’S DOCUMENT NO.
OWNER
OWNER’S ENGINEER
EPC CONTRACTOR
DECEMBER 2021
RUPSHA 800MW COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT

MONTHLY ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING REPORT
PREPARED BY
CONSORTIUM OF SHANGHAI ELECTRIC GROUP CO. LTD. CHINA &

ANSALDO ENERGIA S.P.A, ITALY
TECHNICAL SUPPORTED BY
EQMS Consulting Limited
Rev Date Description Written By Position Title Approved By Position Title
1.0 2022/01/03 Final

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The North-West Power Generation Company Limited (NWPGCL), an enterprise of the Bangladesh
Power Development Board (BPDB) has taken the initiative to enhance the power generation capacity
of Bangladesh to address the growing electricity demand. This initiative will involve the construction
of a new Rupsha 800 megawatt (MW) Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in Khalishpur Upazila,
Khulna District in the administrative division of South-Western Bangladesh. The Rupsha 800 MW CCPP
will be designed to use natural gas main fuel and high-speed diesel (HSD) as backup fuel to be used
only for about 500 hours maximum annually during maintenance or emergency.
concern. It determines the extent of an effect, or whether an effect will occur. This report will be
concluded by considering the real-time environmental impacts and mitigation measures during the
construction period on the project site.
Bangladesh Industrial Development Corporation (BIDC) Road. The site is located at Khalishpur Upazila
of Khulna District.
A proper methodology has been followed to monitor the environmental aspects. For quantitative (air
and noise) environmental monitoring approved methods implemented with standard instrumentation.
Besides, some important environmental issues are demonstrated in the following monthly report such
as Health and Safety, Hydrocarbon and Chemical Storage, Damage to Local Roads, Visual Inspection
of Noise, Safety and Security, Waste Management, Solid Wastes, Liquide Wastes, Construction
Wastes, Hazardous Wastes, Hazardous Waste Handling, Drinking Water and Sanitation, Roads and
Pavement, Traffic Safety, Dust Pollution, Emergency Response Facilities, Grievance Mechanism, etc.
The contractor of the project will be responsible for mitigating any environmental disruption during the
construction phase according to the CEAP and EIA. Environmental and safety personnel are
responsible for implementing any environmental management issues during the construction works.
The monthly environmental monitoring and the report are the reflections of management activities of
every month.
Key Findings and Recommendations:
i) The drainage system should be improved. Also, the existing drain should be cleared routine-
wise.
ii) The contractor should have to improve the waste management system & maintain proper
evidence.
iii) No training hold on HSE, contractor should have arranged some HSE training as soon as
possible.
iv) For dust control contractor uses ground water & the amount of water is huge so they are
suggested to use surface water because surface water is available near the project area.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ....................................................................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................ ii
LIST OF FIGURES ...............................................................................................................................iv
LIST OF TABLES .................................................................................................................................iv
LIST OF PHOTOGRAPHS.....................................................................................................................iv
LIST OF MAPS ................................................................................................................................... v
LIST OF ANNEXURES ......................................................................................................................... v
ABBREVIATIONS ...............................................................................................................................vi
1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Study Background ........................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Environmental Monitoring Report (EMR)........................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Objectives of Environmental Monitoring ........................................................................... 1-2
1.4 Methodology for Preparation of EMR ............................................................................... 1-2
1.5 Environmental Policy ....................................................................................................... 1-2
1.5.1 EHSS Policy of NWPGCL .............................................................................................. 1-2
1.5.2 HSE Policy of EPC Contractor (SEC-AEN) ...................................................................... 1-3
2 CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Project Location .............................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Project Layout ................................................................................................................. 2-4
2.3 Key Components.............................................................................................................. 2-6
2.3.1 Key Equipment ............................................................................................................. 2-6
2.3.2 Balance of Plant (BOP) ................................................................................................ 2-6
2.3.3 Environmental Controls ................................................................................................ 2-6
2.4 Key Project Activities....................................................................................................... 2-7
2.4.1 Key Construction Activities List .................................................................................... 2-7
2.4.2 Implementation Schedule and Project Status ............................................................... 2-9
2.4.3 Utilities for Construction............................................................................................... 2-9
3 CHAPTER 3: LEGAL REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Policies ........................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 National Environmental Regulations ............................................................................. 3-1
3.1.2 International Environmental Agreements ...................................................................... 3-2
3.1.3 Environmental Requirements of Asian Development Bank ............................................ 3-2
3.1.4 Environmental Requirements of Islamic Development Bank .......................................... 3-2
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3.2 Environmental Limits and Values ...................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Ambient Air Quality .......................................................................................................... 3-2
3.4 Noise Level ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
4 CHAPTER 4: METHODOLOGY ................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Quantitative Monitoring Methodology .............................................................................. 4-1
4.1.1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring .................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring Methods .................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Qualitative Monitoring Methodology ................................................................................ 4-3
4.3 Impacts Auditing Methodology ........................................................................................ 4-5
5 CHAPTER 5: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ................................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Ambient Air Quality .......................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.1 Locations..................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2 Results and Discussion ................................................................................................ 5-1
5.1.3 Photographs ................................................................................................................ 5-4
5.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring ...................................................................................... 5-6
5.2.1 Locations..................................................................................................................... 5-6
5.2.2 Results and Discussion ................................................................................................ 5-7
5.2.3 Photographs .............................................................................................................. 5-12
5.3 Underwater Noise Monitoring........................................................................................ 5-16
5.3.1 Locations................................................................................................................... 5-16
5.3.2 Results and Discussion .............................................................................................. 5-16
5.3.3 Photographs .............................................................................................................. 5-17
5.4 Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring ....................................................... 5-21
6 CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION....................................................................................................... 6-1
ANNEXURE ........................................................................................................................................ A
Annex A: Lab Analysis Reports...................................................................................... A-1
Annex B: Environmental Monitoring Maps ..................................................................... B-1
Annex C: Environmental Monitoring Checklists .............................................................. C-1
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1: Project Location ............................................................................................................. 2-2
Figure 2-2: Environmental Monitoring Area Around the Project Boundary......................................... 2-3
Figure 2-3: Project Layout of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant ..................................... 2-5
Figure 2-4: Route for Equipment Delivery ......................................................................................... 2-8
Figure 4-1: Automatic Air Sampler (Haz-ScannerTM; HIM 6000) ....................................................... 4-1
Figure 4-2: Noise Level Meter (Techoplus; Model: SLM25K) ............................................................. 4-3
Figure 5-1: Comparison Diagram of Leqday, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard .................... 5-11
Figure 5-2: Comparison Diagram of Leqnight, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard.................. 5-12
LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1: Breakdown of Components and Area............................................................................... 2-6
Table 3-1: Ambient Air Quality Standards/ Guidelines ....................................................................... 3-2
Table 3-2: Noise Level Standards/ Guidelines .................................................................................. 3-3
Table 4-1: Methodology for the Analysis of Ambient Air Quality ........................................................ 4-1
Table 4-2: Air Sample Collection Time and Data Converted Time ...................................................... 4-2
Table 4-3: Methodology of Qualitative Environmental Monitoring ..................................................... 4-3
Table 4-4: Impact Auditing Methodology During Construction .......................................................... 4-5
Table 5-1: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations ........................................................................ 5-1
Table 5-2: Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area .............................................................................. 5-2
Table 5-3: Sensitive Noise Locations ............................................................................................... 5-6
Table 5-4: Noise Level Monitoring Results ....................................................................................... 5-7
Table 5-5: Underwater Noise Monitoring Locations and Descriptions ............................................. 5-16
Table 5-6: Underwater Noise Level Monitoring Results .................................................................. 5-16
Table 5-7: Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring and Mitigation Measures ................ 5-21
LIST OF PHOTOGRAPHS
Photo 5-1: AQ1, In front of Rotary School, Khalishpur, Khulna (Residential Area near KNM) .............. 5-4
Photo 5-2: AQ2, Second Gate of the Project, Khalishpur, Khulna (Inside the Project Area) ................. 5-4
Photo 5-3: AQ3, Hardboard Boat Terminal Area, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur Khulna (Residential Area
of Chandanimahal Village) ............................................................................................................... 5-4
Photo 5-4: AQ4, Residential Area of Khulna Power Station, Khalishpur Khulna .................................. 5-5
Photo 5-5: AQ5, Crescent High School Play Ground, Khalishpur, Khulna ........................................... 5-5
Photo 5-6: AQ6, Muktijoddha Complex, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur, Khulna ..................................... 5-5
Photo 5-7: NL1, Abandoned Hospital Premises of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna .................................... 5-12
Photo 5-8: NL2, Residential area of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna ......................................................... 5-13
Photo 5-9: NL3, South-West Corner of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna ............................. 5-13
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Photo 5-10: NL4, Demolished Overhead Tank of KNM (Presently Wearhouse Building of the Power
Plant), Khalishpur Khulna Photo 10 ................................................................................................ 5-13
Photo 5-11: NL5, Southern Side of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna ................................... 5-14
Photo 5-12: NL6, Residential Area of the Power Plant, Khalishpur, Khulna ...................................... 5-14
Photo 5-13: NL7, Premises of Abandoned Mosque (Presently Feed Water Pump Room), Khalishpur,
Khulna .......................................................................................................................................... 5-14
Photo 5-14: NL8, Western Corner of the Project, Khalishpur Khulna ................................................ 5-15
Photo 5-15: NL9, KNM School (Under Construction), Khalishpur, Khulna ......................................... 5-15
Photo 5-16: NL10, Alamnagar Village, Khalishpur Khulna (Local Community) ................................... 5-15
Photo 5-17: Monthly Under Water Noise Monitoring ...................................................................... 5-20
Photo 5-18: Uses of Proper PPE ..................................................................................................... 5-21
Photo 5-19: Local Road’s Condition Infront of Project Area ............................................................. 5-22
Photo 5-20: Ensured Signalman and Traffic Signboard ................................................................... 5-23
Photo 5-21: Spraying Water for Controlling Dust ............................................................................ 5-24
Photo 5-22: Existing Noise Barricade & Using Earplug ................................................................... 5-24
Photo 5-23: Ensured Waste Bins and Accumulate Solid Waste....................................................... 5-25
Photo 5-24: Equipment Repairing & Hydrocarbon Storage .............................................................. 5-26
Photo 5-25: Provide Safe Drinking Water & Toilet Facilities ............................................................ 5-26
Photo 5-26: Ensured Safety Barricade ........................................................................................... 5-27
Photo 5-27: Provide First Aid Facilities ........................................................................................... 5-28
Photo 5-28: Install Complain Box both Inner & Outside of Project Area ........................................... 5-28
LIST OF MAPS
Map B-1: Air Quality Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant ............ B-2
Map B-2: Noise Level Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant .......... B-3
Map B-3: Under Water Noise Level Monitoring Locations of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power
Plant ............................................................................................................................................... B-4
LIST OF ANNEXURES
Annex A-1:Noise Level Analysis Report ........................................................................................... A-2
Annex A-2: Ambient Air Quality Analysis Report............................................................................... A-4
Annex A-3: Under Water Noise Level Analysis Report .................................................................... A-11
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ABBREVIATIONS
ADB - Asian Development Bank
AEN - Ansaldo Energia S.P.A, Italy
CCPP - Combined Cycle Power Plant
CEAP – Construction Environmental Action Plan
CITES - Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
COD - Chemical Oxygen Demand
DO - Dissolved Oxygen
DoE - Department of Environment
ECA - Environment Conservation Act
ECC - Environmental Clearance Certificate
ECR - Environment Conservation Rules
EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment
EMP - Environmental Management Plan
EMoP - Environmental Monitoring Plan
ERP – Emergency Response Plan
HSD - High-Speed Diesel
IEE - Initial Environmental Examination
MoEF - Ministry of Environment and Forests
PMU - Project Management Unit
RoW - Right-Of-Way
SEC - Shanghai Electric Group CO. Ltd.
SPS - Safeguard Policy Statement
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1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Background
The Power System Master Plan 2016 recommends diversification in the use of fuel for power
generation such as domestic and imported coal and natural gas, oil, nuclear power, and renewable
energy. As of December 2017, the energy mix in Bangladesh consists of 64.5% natural gas, 1.66%
hydro, 4.8% power import, 6.4% diesel, 20.9% furnace oil, 1.81% coal, and 0.02% renewable. Consistent
with this, the North-West Power Generation Company Limited (NWPGCL), an enterprise of the
Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) has taken the initiative to enhance the power
generation capacity of Bangladesh to address the growing electricity demand. This initiative will
involve the construction of a new Rupsha 800 megawatt (MW) Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in
Khalishpur Upazila, Khulna District in the administrative division of South-Western Bangladesh. The
Rupsha 800 MW CCPP will be designed to use natural gas main fuel and high-speed diesel (HSD) as
backup fuel to be used only for about 500 hours maximum annually during maintenance or emergency.
The Government of Bangladesh (GoB) has applied for the financing of this new power plant from the
Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is expected to co-finance
about 20% of the total project cost.
The objectives of this initiative include the following:
a. To contribute to meeting the demand for electricity and to increase the reliability of supply by
minimizing load-shedding;
b. To support in achieving the vision of GoB, “Power to All by 2021;”
c. To reduce the increasing gap between demand and supply of electricity throughout the
country;
d. To accelerate economic development by providing adequate and reliable power generation;
e. To enhance the stability and reliability of the national grid system, and to reduce the loss of
the system by local generation; and,
f. To develop human resources through technology transfer.
Overall, the goal is to improve the economic growth of Bangladesh by providing a reliable and stable
power supply with this initiative.
1.2 Environmental Monitoring Report (EMR)

concern. It determines the extent of an effect, or whether an effect will occur. This report will be
concluded by considering the real-time environmental impacts and mitigation measures during the
construction period on the project site. The Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited has hired EQMS
Consulting Limited, Bangladesh for accomplishing the environmental monitoring during the
construction period of the Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant every month. This
environmental monitoring report has been based on the findings of a field study on the environmental
conditions in the project area.
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1.3 Objectives of Environmental Monitoring
The main objective of the Monthly Environmental Monitoring is to identify standard guidelines and
approaches to preserve key environmental aspects by preventing and controlling environmental
pollution and the management of nuisance, resulting from the construction of the Rupsha 800 MW
CCPP following the conditions of the contract and Employer’s requirements. The objectives of Monthly
Monitoring are listed below-
a. To detect any disruption of environment according to national / project standard
b. To identify the impact sources due to power plant construction
c. To evaluate the quantitative (Air Quality Monitoring, Noise Level Measurement, Surface Water
Sampling, and Soil Sampling) activities during the construction stage
d. To mitigate the identified impacts and promote best environmental on-site practices during the
construction phase
1.4 Methodology for Preparation of EMR

This EMR is prepared to encompass the following approach to ensure all measures necessary to be
included in this EMR is addressed comprehensively:
a. Review of approved EIA reports
b. Review of EIA approval conditions
c. Review of Construction method statements
d. Review of Project implementation schedules
e. Review of Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP)
f. Consultation with relevant authorities for issues of concern
1.5 Environmental Policy

1.5.1 EHSS Policy of NWPGCL
North-West Power Generation Co. Ltd. (NWPGCL) is committed to environmentally sound and socially
responsible practices in all its business pursuits. NWPGCL continually strives for a better environment
and social performance in its project life cycle by providing a safe and healthy work environment
along with cordial relations with the community we work with. To ensure this, NWPGCL is committed
to:
a. Identify and manage risks as low as reasonably practicable where they have the potential to
cause an injury or ill health to people, or unacceptable impacts on the environment or the
community.
b. Commit to prevention of Pollution and provide safe workplaces and systems of work, empower
employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to address unsafe situations, and carry out
their work in a manner that does not present a risk to themselves, others, or the environment.
c. Set objectives, targets, and plans which seek to improve performance in Environment, Health,
Safety, and Social (EHSS) aspects.
d. Provide organizational and institutional arrangements for the management of the environment
and social issues.
e. Ensure compliance with applicable national EHSS legal requirements and other international
best EHSS practices.
f. Require contractors and other stakeholders to manage EHSS using standards and practices
that comply with this policy and guidelines.

g. Social up-liftmen and social safety.
h. Periodic Review and report EHSS performance regularly.
The entire line management is responsible for establishing and overviewing NWPGCL's commitment to
managing Environment Health & Safety and Social aspect following this policy and monitoring the
performance of the Company concerning its implementation. The Management of NWPGCL is
responsible for the implementation of the EHSS Management System to ensure that the commitments
made in this policy are being met.
1.5.2 HSE Policy of EPC Contractor (SEC-AEN)

Creation of healthy and positive humanities, development of green and intelligent energy; Control of
risks in the environmental safety, and building jointly a harmonious ecological environment.

2 CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Project Location
Bangladesh Industrial Development Corporation (BIDC) Road. The site is located at Khalishpur Upazila
of Khulna District. The project location is shown in Figure 2-1.
The site is well connected with Khulna city through the metal road of 7.7 km and river route (which
include Bhairab, Rupsha, Poshur to connect to the Bay of Bengal). Khulna is a Divisional headquarter
of Bangladesh and is well connected with Dhaka and all other cities of Bangladesh through road, rail,
air, and river routes.
According to the environmental monitoring scope, the influence area of environmental monitoring has
been determined around the 2 km radius from the project boundary wall which is presented in Figure
2-2.
There is a mosque and a mass graveyard of 1971 liberation forces (Mukti Bahini) adjacent to the power
plant area. The mosque is in a dilapidated condition and needs a massive renovation and the
graveyard needs cleaning, dressing including some repairing as well. The mosque and the graveyard
are about 200 m from the project boundary. The mosque and the graveyard are to be separated from
the rest of the project area by constructing a boundary wall and will be fenced with a gate to allow for
power plant employees to use the mosque for daily prayer and the occasional visit to the graveyard.
The existing school buildings (one for boys and the other for girls) have been relocated outside of the
power plant boundary. The relocated location for the school has been selected by consulting with the
school authority, school management committee, and NWPGCL continue to dialogue and are
confirmed. The new school construction work is ongoing.

Figure 2-1: Project Location

Figure 2-2: Environmental Monitoring Area Around the Project Boundary

2.2 Project Layout
The project is a dual-fired combined cycle power plant (CCPP) that will use natural gas as primary fuel
with High-Speed Diesel (HSD) as a backup. There will be two units of 400 MW each (2x400MW) with
built-in low NOx emission control technology, and a closed-loop forced-draft cooling tower system.
Natural gas will be supplied by Sundarbans Gas Company Limited (SGCL) from the Khulna CGS through
a 10 km, 24-inch gas distribution pipeline while HSD will be supplied by Bangladesh Petroleum
Corporation Limited (BPCL) from Daulathpur, Khulna. The net power generation capacity of the CCPP
will be 767.84 MW in gas and 648.34 MW in HSD. If operated as a simple cycle power plant, the net
power generation using natural gas will be 512 MW and 432 MW with HSD. The project layout is
shown in Figure 2-3.

Figure 2-3: Project Layout of Rupsha 800 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant

2.3 Key Components
2.3.1 Key Equipment
• F-Class Gas Turbine (2 Nos. x GT26)
• Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) (2 Nos.)
• Steam Turbine (2 Nos. x 167 MW)
• Steam Turbine Generator (2 Nos.)
• Gas Turbine Generator (2 Nos.)
2.3.2 Balance of Plant (BOP)

• Central Control Building (CCR)
• Administrative Building
• Bypass stack (50 m) (2 Nos.)
• HRSG Stack (70 m) (2 Nos.)
• Fire-Fighting system ((2x1250m3)
• Raw Water System (2X120m3/h)
• Water Treatment System（3X65m3/h）
• Fuel Gas System (Receiving and Metering Station, RMS, Gas Compressor Station, GCS, etc.)
• Fuel Oil System (2x15,000m3 main tanks)
• Air Cooled Condenser (ACC)
• Switchyard (Air-Insulated Switchgear, AIS)
• Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) （1,000kW）
• Jetty (state that dredging is needed, estimate amount to be dredged)
• River water intake（2x300m3/h）
2.3.3 Environmental Controls

• Low NOx Burners (2 sets i.e., 1 set per GT)
• Sewage Treatment System (15t/h)
• WWTP for ZLD (15t/h)
Table 2-1: Breakdown of Components and Area
1. Guardhouse, dormitory, parking area 0.58
2. Admin building and workshop 2.08
3. RMS and fuel gas conditioning skid 2.31
4. Switchyard 4.13
5. GTG 1, HRSG 1 & STG 1 3.18
6. GTG 2, HRSG 2 & STG 2 3.19
7. Laydown Area 3.30
8. The demineralized water treatment plant 2.12
9. Cooling water system 2.49
10. HSD fuel storage system 2.72

11. River water treatment plant 3.49
12. Firefighting water storage 0.67
13. Roads 5.87
14. Existing facilities, i.e., buildings that will remain

1.05
(mosque, graveyard &guest house)
15. Spare land 11.65
16. Total 48.83
2.4 Key Project Activities

The Key Project Activities of the project during the construction phase are as shown below:
• Base Camp including the office and living area is about 22,000 m2 for 700 management
personal and Workers.
• Backfilling of Site is about 50,0000m³, the backfilling materials are river sand, and come from
the Bhairab river by the dredge.
• Fuel Supply for Construction Machinery is HSD and gas. The HSD is transported to the site by
truck and stored in oil drums which capacity is 200L/drum. There would be about 10pcs dumps
on the site.
• Delivery of Equipment to the Site is shipped to Mengora port by sea and transported by river to
the temporary dock of the power plant. (Figure 2-4)
2.4.1 Key Construction Activities List

• Contact effective
• The first casting of foundation
• GT and ST building steel structure lifting
• HRSG module lifting for Block1
• HRSG hydraulic test finish for block 1
• GT put in position for Block 1
• ST completion certificate for block 1 and auxiliaries
• High voltage system energization
• Step-up transformer energization
• DM-water available
• GT first time ignition and commissioning for block1
• GT synchronization for block 1

Figure 2-4: Route for Equipment Delivery
• Guarantee test for GT and auxiliaries of block 1

• RTR Completion of reliability run for GT and auxiliaries of block1
• Operation acceptance certificate for GT and auxiliaries of block 1
• ST steam pipe blowing work start for block 1
• Synchronization of Block 1
• Guarantee test of block1 and auxiliaries
• Completion of reliability run for block 1 and auxiliaries
• OAC Operational acceptance certificate for block1
➢ Commissioning includes GT, ST, Generator, BOP, ACC, etc.
• HRSG water and steam pipes are needed to do chemical cleaning.
• HRSG and steam pipes are needed to do NDT test.

• The gas and firefighting pipes are needed to do hydro-test.
➢ Site Stabilization
➢ Demobilization includes the clearance of the left construction materials and domestic facilities
and the withdraw of construction personal and equipment.
2.4.2 Implementation Schedule and Project Status

The project will be implemented for 36 months as detailed below.
The construction period for this project is 36 months. The physical works are expected to commence
in July 2020 i.e., backfilling works.
2.4.3 Utilities for Construction

➢ Water
The power plant production water and domestic water are from the Bhairab river (affected by reverse
irrigation of tidal seawater). The natural gas RMS regulating station domestic water is municipal water.
The construction water is underground.
➢ Electricity
The construction and domestic electricity are municipal electricity prepared by EPC contractors. The
commissioning electricity is from PGCB national grid Kourna south substation prepared by the Owner.

3 CHAPTER 3: LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Policies
The Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) is the agency responsible for planning, promoting,
coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of programs and plans regarding the environment
and forestry. The MoEF deals with all national environmental matters and is responsible for the
prevention and control of pollution, forestation, and regeneration of degraded areas and protection of
the environment, and in the framework of legislation. MoEF also undertakes surveys, impact
assessment, pollution control, research, and collection and dissemination of environmental
information, as well as environmental awareness among all sectors in Bangladesh.
Under the MoEF is the DoE, which performs regulatory functions. DoE was created in 1989 as the
primary government agency responsible for enforcing environmental management regulations to
ensure sustainable development and to conserve and manage the environment. The DoE ensures the
consistent application of environmental rules and regulations and provides guidance, training, and
promotional campaign on improving environmental awareness.
The main environmental regulations in Bangladesh are the Environment Conservation Act (ECA) 1995
(amended 2000, 2002, 2007, and 2010) and Environment Conservation Rules (ECR) 1997. ECA 1995
provides the requirements on environmental protection, improvement of environmental standards, and
control and abatement of environmental pollution. Through the ECA 1995, the DoE is mandated to
undertake any activity needed to conserve and enhance the quality of the environment and to control,
prevent and mitigate pollution.
ECR 1997 provides for the declaration of ecologically critical areas, categorization of industries and
projects, and identified types of environmental assessments needed against respective categories of
industries or projects. Among other things, these rules set (i) the National Environmental Quality
Standards for ambient air, various types of water, industrial effluent, emission, noise, vehicular
exhaust, etc.; (ii) the requirement for and procedures to obtain ECC; and (iii) the requirement for the IEE
and their based-on categories of industrial and other development interventions. ECA 1995 and ECR
1997 outline the regulatory mechanism to protect the environment in Bangladesh. Aside from ECA 1995
and ECR 1997, Table 2.1 presents a summary of relevant environmental regulations.
3.1.1 National Environmental Regulations

The EPC contractor and all subcontractors will comply with all the relevant international
Environmental Agreements signed by Bangladesh listed below.
• Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Paris 1972)
• Convention on Biological Diversity (1992)
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
(Washington 1973) – also known as CITES
• Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer
• Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (a protocol to the Vienna
Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer)
• Kyoto Protocol (1997)
• UNFCCC (1992)
• Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their
Disposal (1989)

3.1.2 International Environmental Agreements
SPS 2009 sets the environmental requirements and review procedures of ADB for all the projects and
grants they finance. SPS 2009 consists of three key safeguard areas, (i) environment, (ii) involuntary
resettlement, and (iii) indigenous peoples; aims to avoid adverse project impacts to both the
environment and the affected people; minimize, mitigate and/or compensate for adverse project
impacts; and help Borrowers to strengthen their safeguard systems and to develop their capacity in
managing the environmental and social risks. Based on SPS 2009, the project is category A and the
EIA is referred to in the overall project environmental assessment.
3.1.3 Environmental Requirements of Asian Development Bank

On 8 December 1974, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) was created as an international financial
institution following the Articles of Agreement signed and ratified by all member countries done in the
City of Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Consisting of 57-member countries in Africa, Asia, Europe,
and Latin America, IsDB aims to foster the economic development and social progress in its member
countries, and Muslim communities in nonmember countries. Among others, IsDB is already a key
player in the clean energy sector, with investments of around $1 billion between 2010 and 2012. Since
its inception, IsDB has funded about $2.75 billion in renewable energy projects and has allocated six
percent of its operation to climate change mitigating projects.
During the projects’ appraisal/negotiations stage in the IsDB’s project cycle, activities cover the
review and assessment of the following major aspects of a project: technical, institutional, economic,
financial, social, and environmental impact.
IsDB is ADB’s third-largest multilateral partner for project co-financing since December 2015 and has
signed a framework cofinancing agreement in September 2008 and was extended until 2017.
3.1.4 Environmental Requirements of Islamic Development Bank
3.2 Environmental Limits and Values

The following environmental limit values shall be taken into account for the implementation of the
Combined Cycle Power Plant:

According to the ECR 1997 and its subsequent amendment in 2006, the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards and International Standards (IFC/WHO) has been depicted in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Ambient Air Quality Standards/ Guidelines
Bangladesh* WHO**
Parameter
24 hourlies (μg/m3) Annual(μg/m3) 24 hourlies (μg/m3) Annual(μg/m3)
SPM* 200 - - -
PM10 150 50 50 20
PM2.5 65 15 25(guideline) 10
SO2 365 80 20 -
NOX - 100 - 40
CO* 10,000 - 10,000 -

Note:
CO and SPM concentrations and standards are 8-hourly only.
*The Bangladesh National Ambient Air Quality Standards have been taken from the Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997
which was amended on 19th August 2005 vide S.R.O. No.220-Law/2005.
**WHO Ambient Air Quality Guideline Values (2005 and 2000), which are also being referred in the World Bank and IFC’s
General EHS Guidelines (2007). Represents the standard values applicable to the Project; NO X in Bangladesh National
Ambient Air Quality Standards to be reported as NO2.
As per the WB/IFC General EHS guidelines, ambient air quality results need to be compared with the
relevant ambient air quality guidelines and standards by applying national legislated standards, or in
their absence, the current WHO air quality guidelines or other internationally recognized sources,
such as the United States National Ambient Air Quality Standards and the relevant European Council
Directives. Since Bangladesh has its own national ambient air quality standards, these local standards
are considered as the applicable standard for the project.
3.4 Noise Level

According to The Bangladesh National, Ambient Noise Standards have been taken from Schedule 4
(Standards for Sound) of the Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997 amended October 7, 2006, as
shown in Table 3-2.
Table 3-2: Noise Level Standards/ Guidelines
Bangladesh* IFC-WHO**
Category of
Day (dB(A)) Night (dB(A)) Day (dB(A)) Night (dB(A))
Area/Receptor
6 am to 9 pm 9 pm to 6 am 7 am to 10 pm 10 pm to 7 am
Silent Zone 50 40 55 45
Residential Area 55 45 55 45
Mixed Area 60 50 - -
Commercial Area 70 60 70 70
Industrial Area 75 70 70 70
Note:
*The Bangladesh National Ambient Noise Standards have been taken from Schedule 4 (Standards for Sound) of the
Environmental Conservation Rules, 1997 amended October 7, 2006.
**Guidelines values are for noise levels measured out of doors. Source: Guidelines for Community Noise, World Health
Organization (WHO), 1999; As per IFC EHS noise level guidelines, Noise impacts should not exceed the levels presented in the
above table.

4 CHAPTER 4: METHODOLOGY
4.1 Quantitative Monitoring Methodology
4.1.1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
The existing ambient air quality of the study area will be monitored during the construction period of
the power plant. The ambient status of major air pollutants viz. Particulate Matter (SPM, PM 10, and
PM2.5), Gaseous substance (NOx, SO2, and CO) has been assessed. All the parameters will be sampled
for 24 hours.
Haz-Scanner TM (HIM 6000) will be used to monitor the ambient air quality. The particulate and
gaseous samples will be monitored and analyzed as per the procedures specified in Table 4-1 and the
instrument shown in Figure 4-1.
Table 4-1: Methodology for the Analysis of Ambient Air Quality
Sl. No. Parameters Analysis Procedure
1. SPM Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
2. PM10 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
3. PM2.5 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer
4. SO2 High Sensitivity Electrochemical
5. NOx High Sensitivity Electrochemical
6. CO High Sensitivity Electrochemical

Figure 4-1: Automatic Air Sampler (Haz-ScannerTM; HIM 6000)

Air quality monitoring samples will be monitored for a defined time interval and from different sampling
points within project areas. All Air quality data will be collected for 24 hours where SPM & CO will be 8
hours. Ambient air quality monitoring time and interval from one point to another point and conversion
factor are specified in Table 4-2.
Table 4-2: Air Sample Collection Time and Data Converted Time
Sl. No. Parameters Sample Collection time (Hr.) Conversion Time (Hr.)
1. SPM 8 8
2. PM10 24 24
3. PM2.5 24 24
4. SO2 24 24
5. NOX 24 24
6. CO 8 8
4.1.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring Methods

The ambient noise level has been measured within the project area for 1 hour in every location. One
Noise data logger sound level meter (Techoplus, Model: SLM25K) (Figure 4-2) was used to collect the
ambient noise levels. After getting all the noise it has been downloaded to the computer. The noise
meter was settled in a tripod and kept 2-3 m away from the sources. The only sensitive area has been
covered. The noise level has been analyzed according to the methodology and compared with the
Environment Conservation Rules (ECR), 1997- Schedule 4 and Noise Pollution Control Rules, 2006. The
SLM was oriented towards the facility of interest for each measurement taken. The SLM was
calibrated before the noise monitoring survey was carried out. The sound level was recorded in form
of A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure level (LAeq) values with the use of A-weighting
filters in the noise measuring instrument. Then noise level data has been analyzed to LAeqday,
LAeqnight, LAmax, and LAmin.

Figure 4-2: Noise Level Meter (Techoplus; Model: SLM25K)
4.2 Qualitative Monitoring Methodology

Qualitative environmental monitoring is conducted during the construction period depending on the
EIA review and ADB guidelines. Almost all the qualitative parameters are considered during the
monitoring period. The methodology of qualitative monitoring is presented in the following Table 4-3.
Table 4-3: Methodology of Qualitative Environmental Monitoring
Sl.
No.
1. Water Resources A comprehensive checklist will be developed for observation building

residuals dumping, bank erosion, and drainage systems. Water levels will be
collected from the available BWDB water gauge station. KII will be conducted
with regional/local BWDB officers, different departmental officers of Upazila,
and the local community.
2. Biological Environment The Ecology team will involve extensively in the field to monitor and to identify
any potential killing of any wildlife species during buildings demolition and
vegetation clearing period in the project area. The team will search the
project area; record the kills or dead or injured animals from the study area.
Direct observation /Transects will be conducted within the project area. The
ecological team will make 2 days transect walk and direct visual observation
near to demolition and clearance activities every week.
Vegetation study will be taken up by using the quadrate method. It will be
conducted by the stratified 5 (five) quadrates (5 × 5 m) in the project area.
Opportunistic observation will also be considered. The total number of trees

Sl.
No.
and DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) will be counted in the datasheet.
Measuring tape and 20 m rope will be used during the study. The following
calculation will be carried after the data collection.
Dolphin survey will be conducted by transect method according to Smith et al.
(2006). It will be conducted to calculate the encounter rate of dolphin
sightings. About 10 km stretch of U/S and D/S of Rupsha River on the pre-
defined transect. Two confluence sites (Bhairab- Ataland Bhairab-
Modhumoti) and River route from Rupsha bridge to Modhumoti Bhairab
confluence will be surveyed quarterly. The ecologist team has previously
experienced dolphin surveys at the Sangu River, Chattogram; the Jamuna
River, Sirajganj; the Rabnabad Channel, Patuakhali; the Padma River,
Manikganj; the Sundarbans and Swatch of No Ground of the Bay of Bengal.
3. Underwater Noise A surface-based underwater noise measuring system is more common and
popular than the other system. In surface-based systems, a generic
continuous underwater noise measuring system is deployed from a surface
platform, most commonly a vessel. The vessel can be free-floating, or more
usually, anchored. All system parts except the noise meter are placed on the
vessel, while the sensor is suspended from the vessel at the desired depth
and connected to the equipment aboard with a cable. The platform-based
underwater noise measuring systems are the most usual entry (starting) level
for underwater noise measurements. The reason is that small vessel are easy
to find and handle and the measuring equipment (amplifier, filter, A/D
converter, etc.) can be easily available general-purpose laboratory
equipment. The great advantage of this methodology is that it is real-time. The
functionality of the system is always under control, measurement parameters
can be adjusted and data monitored in real-time. It can be very useful when
starting to monitor underwater noise when knowledge and experience are
gained.
4. Fish Diversity and To conduct the assessment of fish diversity and habitat, the survey team will
Habitat drive for the boat-to-boat survey within Bhairab River around 2 - km u/s and
d/s away from the Project site. In the survey, the team will consider 1 (one)
normal day as well as 1 (one) full moon or dark moon. A suitable questionnaire
will be kept to distinguish the fish species, and their local status (IUCN Red
List Bangladesh, 2015 and Fish Base data). Then the team will make a
checklist of threatened species within the survey AOI. In addition,
alternatively (each quarter) one fish market will be surveyed for species
composition within the study AOI. The consultant will scrutinize the fish
species, their sources, and their availability within the project AOI during the
market survey.
5. Fishing Livelihoods The precisely guided questionnaire will be used to apprehend the fishing
activities, seasonal engagement, species availability, yields and market price,
equipment/production cost, livelihoods, extant of dependency (primary and
secondary) on fishing, etc.
After getting the baseline information from FGDs and KII, the team will
accumulate the consequences considering the livelihood, socio-economic
status, production cost, monthly/seasonal fishing engagement, daily/monthly

Sl.
No.
earnings, available exquisite and expensive fisheries around the fishing area,
etc.
6. Worker Health and Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Sanitation by the Contractor as an independent document.
7. Working Condition, Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Laws, Safety, and by the Contractor as an independent document
Security
8. Generation of Non- Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Hazardous Solid Waste by the Contractor as an independent document
(Domestic Waste, Office
Waste)
9. Community Safety and Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
Security by the Contractor as an independent document
10. Agricultural Production, Agricultural production, Loss, and Diseases (If Present) will be monitored
Loss and Disease through direct observation in the field. Also, the cropping pattern will be
monitored to picture the cropping changes. Three Locations of the study area
within 0.5-2 kilometres will be selected as a sample field. Primarily, a
structured questionnaire will be kept to determine the production, yield, loss,
and disease (if present). Also, the team will conduct KII with the Upazilla
Agricultural Officer and Sub Divisional Agricultural Officer to distinguish the
running production and previous one. 2 (two) nos. of FGD will be conducted
with local farmers.
11. Drinking-Water Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
12. Health and Safety Details in the “Occupational Health and Safety Plan” prepared and submitted
4.3 Impacts Auditing Methodology

This auditing section will be conducted depending on the visual inspection and also real-time
environmental hazards. A basic methodology for impacts auditing is presented in Table 4-4.
Table 4-4: Impact Auditing Methodology During Construction
1. Hydrocarbon and Chemical A comprehensive checklist will be generated and maintained logbook.
Storage Visual observation and pictorial evidence will also be maintained. The
storage place and the surrounding area will be maintained in an
environmentally sound manner.
2. Damage to Local Roads Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
3. Traffic Safety Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the

4. Air Quality (Dust, Smoke) Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
5. Noise (Daily) The ambient noise level will be measured around the construction area
for 1hour when the construction work going on. One Noise data logger
sound level meter (Techoplus, Model: SLM25K) will be used to collect
the ambient noise levels. After getting all the noise it has been
downloaded to the computer. The noise meter was settled in a tripod
and kept 2-3 m away from the sources. The noise level has been
analyzed according to the methodology and compared with the
Environment Conservation Rules (ECR), 1997- Schedule 4 and Noise
Pollution Control Rules, 2006.
6. Plantation Healthy plants are vital to sustainable and profitable yield production
and the quality and cost of the nation's supply of food, fuel, and fiber
Plant. To conduct the study, the team will consider ten x ten m (10 × 10
m) experimental plots: one wet, one dry, and one control. Sidling’s,
Saplings, and the tree of each plot will be measured for the first time
through measurable tape. Additionally, a datasheet will be kept for
recording the plant health, plant width, leaves, etc. Surveyed locations
will be repetitive, non-destructive, and measurable in the context of soil
and plant characteristics.
7. Waste Management Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
8. Hazardous Waste Handling Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
9. Restoration of Work Sites Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be maintained from the
10. Safety of Workers Incident reporting, Visual inspection with pictorial evidence will be
Monitoring and Reporting maintained from the starting of the project till the end. Besides all
Accidents documents will be oriented in the monthly based report.
11. Emergency Response Included in the “Emergency Response Plan” which has been submitted
Facilities by the contractor as an independent document.
12. Grievance Mechanism Several complaint boxes will be set up around the project area and the
documentation will be maintained on weekly basis.

5 CHAPTER 5: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
5.1.1 Locations
The objective of the surrounding air quality observing system was to set up the standard
encompassing air quality in the study area. The profile of the Project is mainly urban on the western
and Rupsha – Bhairab River on the eastern side. The major sources of air pollution noted within the
study area include vehicular movement on the national highway and domestic emissions apart from
the existing industries. Ambient air quality has been monitored in the project activities. The location
details are as follows Table 5-1. Besides, the monitoring locations map and photographs are attached
in the annex section for more clarification.
Table 5-1: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations
Sl. GPS Sampling

Code Sampling Station Location Setting
No. Coordinates Date & Time
In front of Rotary School,

22°50'55.91"N 21.12.2021 Urban Residential
1. AQ1 Khalishpur, Khulna (Residential
89°32'30.05"E 08:40 AM Settings
Area near KNM)
Second Gate of the Project,

22°51'11.90"N 26.12.2021
2. AQ2 Khalishpur, Khulna (Inside the Residential Settings
89°32'58.52"E 11:32 AM
Project Area)
Hardboard Boat Terminal Area,

Chandanimahal, Khalishpur 22°51'38.61"N 23.12.2021 Village and Rural
3. AQ3
Khulna (Residential Area of 89°33'15.66"E 09:55 AM Settings
Residential Area of Khulna Power 22°51'57.79"N 25.12.2021

4. AQ4 Industrial Settings
Station, Khalishpur Khulna 89°32'17.44"E 11:05 AM
Crescent High School Play 22°51'50.62"N 24.12.2021 Urban and Slum

5. AQ5
Ground, Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32'56.81"E 10:35 AM Settings
Muktijoddha Complex,
22°52'15.63"N 22.12.2021 Village and Rural
6. AQ6 Chandanimahal, Khalishpur,
89°32'38.12"E 09:22 AM Settings
Khulna
Sources: Monthly Environmental Monitoring, December 2021

Air quality around the construction area (Project Site) has been monitored during December 2021 from
the 21st to the 26th date. An automatic air sampler has been used to execute the task and the
monitoring was a continuous process. The monitored ambient air quality is summarized in Table 5-2.

Table 5-2: Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area

Code Period CO
ppm
Remain more than Baseline exception NOX & SO2 but Under the
Baseline 42.07 15.22 13.88 134.18 17.62 0.01
Standard Values for all Parameters. Only SO2 exceeds the IFC
1. AQ1 standard but under the BD Standard. Sources: Residential
December Combustion, Road Dust Spreading, and Local Construction
57.2 34.5 22.3 38.4 17.4 0.07
2021 Work.
Remain more than Baseline exception SPM, SO2, & CO but

Baseline 141.60 39.55 38.53 71.89 21.41 0.29 Under the BD Standard Values for all Parameters exception
PM10, PM2.5 & SO2 exceed IFC standard but under Bangladesh
2. AQ2
standard. Sources: Dust from Land Filling Area, Vehicle
December
102.5 58.6 41.4 41.3 24.8 0.33 movement, Building Construction, Pilling activities Emission,
2021
and Residential Combustion.
Remain less than Baseline exception SO2 & CO and Under the
Baseline 82.32 60.86 56.14 19.14 51.04 0.17
IFC & BD Standard Values for all Parameters, Exception PM2.5 &
3. AQ3 SO2 exceed IFC standard but under Bangladesh standard.
December Sources: Rural Combustion, River Transport Emission, and Road
72.8 44.3 27.1 33.6 27.6 0.19
2021 Traffic.
Remain more than Baseline exception NOX & CO but Under the
Baseline 47.61 15.04 7.79 32.38 39.98 0.32
Bangladesh Standard Values for all Parameters where PM 10,
4. AQ4 PM2.5 & SO2 cross the IFC standard. Sources: Industrial
December Emission, Construction activities, Vehicular Emission, and Road
87.5 54.8 37.2 49.7 21.5 0.1
2021 Dust.
Remain more than Baseline exception SPM & SO2 but Under
Baseline 127.71 47.22 23.34 49.01 7.93 0.01
the Bangladesh Standard Values for all Parameters Exception
5. AQ5
PM10, PM2.5 & SO2. cross the IFC Standard. Sources: Slum Area
December 85.4 49.6 35.2 36.5 17.8 0.09
Combustion, Industrial Combustion, and Local Traffic.

Code Period CO
ppm
2021
Remain more than the Baseline exception SPM & PM10 but for
Baseline 117.60 87.45 24.87 21.18 8.60 0.07 all Parameters. PM10, PM2.5 & SO2 exceed the IFC Standard
6. AQ6 Values but don’t cross the Bangladesh standard limit. Rest of
December the parameters under the standard. Sources: Rural Combustion,
112.9 68.5 45.8 25.4 16.6 0.11
2021 Dust from Land Filling area, Sand Extraction and Local Traffic.
5. Duration (hours) 8 24 24 24 Annual 8
Bangladesh 100
6. 200 150 65 365 9
Standard* (Annual)
40
7. IFC/WHO Standard -- 50 25 20 --
(Annual)
Note:
Exceed the Bangladesh Standard Exceed the Baseline Standard Exceed the IFC/WHO Standard Exceed Both Baseline and IFC/WHO
Standard
* According to ECR 1997 and Subsequent amendment 19th August 2005; vide S.R.O. No.220-Law/2005;
Date of Sampling: 21st to 26th December 2021;
Weather Condition: Sunny;
Baseline = Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP), May 2019.

5.1.3 Photographs
Photo 5-1: AQ1, In front of Rotary School, Khalishpur, Khulna (Residential Area near KNM)
Photo 5-2: AQ2, Second Gate of the Project, Khalishpur, Khulna (Inside the Project Area)
Photo 5-3: AQ3, Hardboard Boat Terminal Area, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur Khulna (Residential Area of

Photo 5-4: AQ4, Residential Area of Khulna Power Station, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-5: AQ5, Crescent High School Play Ground, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-6: AQ6, Muktijoddha Complex, Chandanimahal, Khalishpur, Khulna

Source: Monthly Environmental Monitoring, December 2021

5.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring
5.2.1 Locations
Noise levels were recorded at ten locations in the study area during December 2021. Noise levels were recorded in the form of sound pressure levels using a
digital sound level meter. Detail list of noise level sampling locations is given in Table 5-3. The noise level was measured at every location at different times.
The sound level is recorded in form of A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure level (Leq) values with the use of A-weighting filters in the noise
measuring instrument. The locations map and photographs have been oriented in the annex section.
Table 5-3: Sensitive Noise Locations
Sl. Time
No. Day Night
Abandoned Hospital Premises of 22°51’14.8’’N Urban and Slum

1. NL1 21.12.2021 08:46 AM 09:08 PM Residential Area
KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32’57.8’’E Settings
The residential area of KNM, 22°51’12.8’’N Urban and Slum

Khalishpur, Khulna 89°32’57.2’’E Settings
South-West Corner of the Project 22°51’03.1’’N Urban and Slum

Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’52.1’’E Settings
Demolished Overhead Tank of KNM

22°51’09.8’’N
4. NL4 (Presently Wearhouse Building of the 23.12.2021 09:40 AM 09:15 PM Industrial Settings Industrial Area
89°33’03.4’’E
Power Plant), Khalishpur Khulna
Southern Side of the Project 22°51’03.7’’N Urban and Slum

Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’58.9’’E Settings
Residential Area of the Power Plant, 22°51’05.3’’N Urban and Slum

Premises of Abandoned Mosque

22°51’06.8’’N Urban and Slum
7. NL7 (Presently Feed Water Pump Room), 24.12.2021 10:27 AM 09:11 PM Silent Area
89°32’53.9’’E Settings
Khalishpur, Khulna

Sl. Time
No. Day Night
Western Corner of the Project, 22°51’07.6’’N Market Place and

8. NL8 26.12.2021 11:17 AM 09:26 PM Commercial Area
Khalishpur Khulna 89°32’49.2’’E Bazar Settings
KNM School (Under Construction), 22°51’13.5’’N Village and Rural

9. NL9 25.12.2021 10:53 AM 09:10 PM Silent Area
Alamnagar Village, Khalishpur Khulna 22°51’02.6’’N Village and Rural

(Local Community) 89°33’08.2’’E Settings

The noise level has been monitored during December 2021 from 21st to 26th dated. An electronic and auto-recorded noise meter has been used to conduct the
study. The recorded noise levels summary monitoring results are shown in Table 5-4.
Table 5-4: Noise Level Monitoring Results
Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code
Baseline 53.57 42.74 - - Bellow from the Baseline, IFC, and

Abandoned Hospital
BD Standard Level both for Day
1. NL1 Premises of KNM, 55 45 55 45
December Time and Night Time; Sources:
Khalishpur, Khulna 51.1 38.4 52.1 57.8
2021 Local People Shouting.
Baseline 49.37 35.14 - - Bellow from the Baseline, IFC, and

BD Standard Level at Day Time
Residential area of and exceed the Baseline but
2. NL2 KNM, Khalishpur, December 55 45 55 45 under the BD and IFC Standard
Khulna 47.4 36.5 36.6 80.9 Level at Night Time; Sources:
2021
Peoples Shouting, Playground,
Construction activities etc.

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code

South-West Corner Baseline 52.45 36.21 - - BD Standard Level both for Day &
NL3 (NL5 in of the Project Night Time; Sources: Rail Roads,
3. 55 45 55 45
CEAP) Boundary, Vehicle Movements, Local
Khalishpur Khulna December People’s shouting, Kitchen &
51.9 35.8 49.5 67.6
2021 Canteen, etc.
Bellow from the Baseline, IFC, and

Demolished Baseline 53.39 35.07 - - BD Standard Level at Day Time
Overhead Tank of and exceed the Baseline but
NL4 (NL6 in KNM (Presently under the BD and IFC Standard
4. 75 70 70 70
CEAP) Wear house Building Level at Night Time; Sources:
of the Power Plant), December Construction activities, Vehicle
46.1 38.6 56.7 59.1
Khalishpur Khulna 2021 Movements, Peoples Shouting,
etc.
Bellow from the Baseline, IFC, and

Baseline 66.13 36.1 - - BD Standard Level at Day Time
and exceed the Baseline but
Southern Side of the
NL5 (NL8 in under the BD and IFC Standard
5. Project Boundary, 55 45 55 45
CEAP) Level at Night Time; Sources:
Khalishpur Khulna
December Vehicle Movements, Construction
59.3 42.7 74.4 77.1
2021 Activities, Local People’s
Shouting, etc.

Residential Area of
NL6 (NL9 in Standard Level at Day Time and
6. the Power Plant, Baseline 58.53 34.71 - - 55 45 55 45
CEAP) exceed the Baseline but under the
Khalishpur, Khulna
BD and IFC Standard Level at

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code
Night Time; Sources: River
December transportation, Batch mixer plant,
60 37.4 47.2 62
2021 Vehicle Movements, Local People
Screaming etc.
Exceed the BD Standard but

bellow from Baseline and IFC
Premises of Baseline 60.27 35.2 - -
Standard Level at Day Time,
Abandoned Mosque
NL7 (NL11 Bellow from the Baseline, BD, and
7. (Presently Feed 50 40 55 45
in CEAP) IFC Standard Level both at Night-
Water Pump Room),
December Time. Sources: Construction
Khalishpur, Khulna 50.7 33.2 52.9 56.6
2021 Activities, Surroundings People
Shouting.
Below from the Baseline IFC, and

Baseline 53.14 35.97 - - BD Standard Level both at Day
Western Corner of
NL8 (NL12 Time and Night Time; Sources:
8. the Project, 70 60 70 70
in CEAP) Rail transportation, Construction
Khalishpur Khulna
December activities, Vehicle Movements,
46 34.8 53.7 48.9
2021 Local Peoples Screaming, etc.
Baseline 51.72 34.83 - - Below from the Baseline IFC, and

KNM School (Under BD Standard Level both at Day
NL9 (NL13
9. Construction), 50 40 55 45 Time and Night Time; Sources:
in CEAP) December
Khalishpur, Khulna 47.2 32.9 53.5 48.8 Construction Activities and
2021 Workers Shouting
Exceed the Baseline but Bellow

NL10 (NL14 Alamnagar Village,
10. Baseline 51.02 35.05 - - 55 45 55 45 from the BD and IFC Standard
in CEAP) Khalishpur Khulna
Level both for Day Time and Night

Standard* IFC-WHO**
No. Code
(Local Community) Time; Sources: Surroundings
December
54.8 38.5 50.3 60.1 Local People Shouting, Vehicle
2021
Movements, etc.
Note:
Exceed the Exceed the Exceed the Exceed Both Exceed Both Baseline Exceed Both IFC/WHO Exceed Baseline,
Bangladesh Baseline IFC/WHO Baseline and and Bangladesh and IFC/WHO and
Standard Standard Standard IFC/WHO Standard Standard Bangladesh Standard Bangladesh Standard
* According to ECR 1997 and Subsequent amendment on 2006;

Date of Sampling: 21st to 26th December 2021;
Baseline = Construction Environmental Action Plan (CEAP), May, 2019
According to Bangladesh Environmental Quality Standard ECR’97 categorizations, the current monitoring location falls into Residential area (NL1, NL2, NL3,
NL5, NL6, and NL10), Silent area (NL7 and NL9), Industrial Area (NL4), and Commercial area (NL8). The daytime noise level values are bellow from the baseline
values exception NL6 & NL10 location’s values and all values are below the standard level BD and IFC-WHO exception N L5 & NL6 (Figure 5-1).

Leqday
80
Noise Level (dBA) 70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Dec-21 51.1 47.4 51.9 46.1 59.3 60 50.7 46 47.2 54.8
Baseline 53.57 49.37 52.45 53.39 66.13 58.53 60.27 53.14 51.72 51.02
IFC Standard 55 55 55 70 55 55 55 70 55 55
BD Standard 55 55 55 75 55 55 50 70 50 55
Figure 5-1: Comparison Diagram of Leqday, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard
There is huge local road traffic on the highway alongside the project and also observed river
transportation behind the power plant area. In the daytime, more than a thousand vehicles are passing
through the local roads and riverways. Besides, local people of this area are engaged in extracting
sands from the river, and the sands are also transported by local truck, lorry, van, etc. There are a lot
of industries around the project area where, heavy machinery, vehicle, and river transportation may be
influenced here for increasing the noise level. Mitigation measures are already taken to control the
noise level in all of the locations. Most of the areas will be fenced out and the acoustic barrier will be
in the operational phase. Earplugs will be provided to all of the workers for reducing the extreme effect
of noise pollution.

Leqnight
70
60
Noise Level (dBA)
50
40
30
20
10
0
Dec-21 38.4 36.5 35.8 38.6 42.7 37.4 33.2 34.8 32.9 38.5
Baseline 42.74 35.14 36.21 35.07 36.1 34.71 35.2 35.97 34.83 35.05
IFC Standard 45 45 45 70 45 45 45 70 45 45
BD Standard 45 45 45 70 45 45 40 60 40 45
Figure 5-2: Comparison Diagram of Leqnight, Baseline, BD Standard, and IFC Standard
The night-time noise level most of the locations are bellow from the baseline value exception NL4,
NL_5, NL_6 & NL_10 but remained under the standard of Bangladesh and IFC-WHO Figure 5-2. The
noise level in every location may be hampered by traffic movement on the highway nearby as well as
the sand transported by local trucks or trolleys which are responsible for increasing the noise level in
this area. River transportation such as goods and people bearing engine boats, ferry and cargo are
responsible for increasing the noise level around all of the areas.
5.2.3 Photographs
Photo 5-7: NL1, Abandoned Hospital Premises of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna

Photo 5-8: NL2, Residential area of KNM, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-9: NL3, South-West Corner of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-10: NL4, Demolished Overhead Tank of KNM (Presently Wearhouse Building of the Power Plant),
Khalishpur Khulna Photo 10

Photo 5-11: NL5, Southern Side of the Project Boundary, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-12: NL6, Residential Area of the Power Plant, Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-13: NL7, Premises of Abandoned Mosque (Presently Feed Water Pump Room), Khalishpur, Khulna

Photo 5-14: NL8, Western Corner of the Project, Khalishpur Khulna
Photo 5-15: NL9, KNM School (Under Construction), Khalishpur, Khulna
Photo 5-16: NL10, Alamnagar Village, Khalishpur Khulna (Local Community)


5.3 Underwater Noise Monitoring
5.3.1 Locations
About two locations had been selected for underwater noise monitoring adjacent to the project
boundary (Jetty Area) into Bhairab river with considering the water transport of project operation.
Noise levels were recorded in the form of sound pressure levels using a digital sound level meter
following proper methodology. Detail list of noise level monitoring locations is given in Table 5-5. The
underwater noise had been monitored on daily basis and also when required. The location map and
photographs have been oriented in the annex section.
Table 5-5: Underwater Noise Monitoring Locations and Descriptions
Sl. No. Code Location GPS Coordinates
1. UWN1 Adjacent to the Jetty Area of the Project 22°51'5.49"N 89°33'18.86"E

An electronic and auto-recorded noise meter has been used to conduct the study. The recorded
underwater noise levels summary monitoring results are shown in Table 5-6.
Table 5-6: Underwater Noise Level Monitoring Results
1. 01.12.2021 04:12 PM 108.3
2. 02.12.2021 04:23 PM 98.5
3. 03.12.2021 09:52 AM 93.2
4. 04.12.2021 10:18 AM 97.8
5. 06.12.2021 04:23 PM 99.1
6. 07.12.2021 03:45 PM 110.4
7. 15.12.2021 03:56 PM 89.5
8. 16.12.2021 10:44 AM 97.3
9. 17.12.2021 11:08 AM 101.5
10. 18.12.2021 09:45 AM 88.5
11. 19.12.2021 04:54 PM 78.6
12. 20.12.2021 04:17 PM 96.3
13. 21.12.2021 03:54 PM 90.4
14. 22.12.2021 10:15 AM 102.6
15. 23.12.2021 09:36 AM 92.4
16. 24.12.2021 09:45 AM 88.7
17. 25.12.2021 04:15 PM 91.3
18. 27.12.2021 03:38 PM 97.5
19. 28.12.2021 04:19 PM 107.4

20. 29.12.2021 10:10 AM 98.8
21. 30.12.2021 09:50 AM 89.6
22. 31.12.2021 04:22 PM 96.1
The underwater noise from the project construction and water vehicles are barely responsible for
impacting the aquatic organism in the surrounding river. A few water kinds of transport are now
engaged for construction-related work but it produces not so much noise to the deep-water body.
Besides these, there are two thousand or more local vehicles, ships, trolly are passing here through
the Bhairab river towards the Rupsha River. So, the project-induced noise level has a rare impact on
the aquatic organism, and in the future, if any kind of disruption is observed immediate action will be
taken.
5.3.3 Photographs

Photo 5-17: Monthly Under Water Noise Monitoring

5.4 Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring
According to CEAP and EIA review, some important environmental issues are oriented in the following Table 5-7, during the monthly inspection of December
2021. The construction work has been started in full swing but the impacts or issues are observed very lower than the demolition period. Therefore, the
environmental practices in the project sites have been presented in the following table with considering the construction status.
Table 5-7: Environmental Health Safety and Social Monitoring and Mitigation Measures
Sl. No. Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Remarks
1. Workers’ Health and Safety - Maintaining safety gears - The contractor has ensured the PPE application
- No entry without PPE during full swing work
- Comfortable working conditions for the workers - Safety personnel need to increase as soon as
possible
- No major issues of health and safety were observed
in this monitoring period
Photo 5-18: Uses of Proper PPE
2. Damage to Local Roads - No damage observed - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- In a proper condition to mitigate any situation when will arise
- Need to be refurbished

- Water spraying as per demand
Photo 5-19: Local Road’s Condition Infront of Project Area
3. Traffic Safety - A bunch of traffic men, signalmen, and linesmen are - Supervision personnel should be appointed for
appointed for proper traffic navigation at the project monitoring all of the traffic-related staff and
area personnel
- All are well trained and responsible
- Traffic signs, safety signboard, navigation board, etc.
have been observed

Photo 5-20: Ensured Signalman and Traffic Signboard
4. Air Quality (Dust, Smoke)-Including - Due to the winter season, waters spraying - Two water tracks are spraying water three or four
Constructing Site, Batch Mixing Plant, Material conducted for dust control times per day as per demand.
Storage Sites - No issues have arisen yet - The contractor will take all necessary steps for
- Will be increased than previous time if will need developing the issue

Photo 5-21: Spraying Water for Controlling Dust
5. Noise-Including Physical Inspection and Visual - An existing noise barricade around the project area - Some new barricade construction is ongoing
Inspection has been observed at south site - At north site need to construction a noise barricade
- The contractor has been provided earplugs for as soon as possible
workers where noisy work ongoing - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- No issues were observed during the inspection to mitigate any situation when will arise
about the noise pollution.
Photo 5-22: Existing Noise Barricade & Using Earplug
6. Plantation - There has been no plantation plan received from the - Monitoring has been conducted continuously but the
contractor and related activities are absent from the activity on the plantation is absent. The evidence and
starting of construction work till now. details will be incorporated after getting any
information about it.
7. Waste Management - Waste bins have been provided for waste collection - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
▪ Solid Wastes - All kinds of wastes are collected in the proper way to mitigate any situation when will arise
▪ Liquid Wastes - Some solid wastes created from pile head break - All of the domestic wastes are dumped in a
which is accumulated in a place and handover to 3rd government-approved dumping site near the power
▪ Construction Wastes

▪ Hazardous Wastes party plant
Photo 5-23: Ensured Waste Bins and Accumulate Solid Waste
8. Hazardous Waste Handling - A few hazardous wastes related impacts observed - Proper monitoring will be needed to maintain this
- Possibility to soil pollution due to oil leaching kind of situation
- Immediately the leaching oil had been cleaned up - A concrete designated place is needed for
and the place covered with sand mechanical work of vehicle

Photo 5-24: Equipment Repairing & Hydrocarbon Storage
9. Visual Observation of Drinking Water and - Safe drinking water has been ensured for workers - The contractor will promote the water supply system
Sanitation - Sanitation facilities have been completed in a near future
- No waterborne disease has been observed yet - Also increasing the sanitation facilities
Photo 5-25: Provide Safe Drinking Water & Toilet Facilities

10. Safety of Workers Monitoring & Reporting - Good fencing and signboard instalment - Security guard & guard room has been provided in
Accidents - No accidents have been recorded yet every corner of the project area.
- Maintain Register Books - The contractor will take necessary steps as per EMP
- Fencing and signboard instalment will be increased
Photo 5-26: Ensured Safety Barricade
11. Emergency Response Facilities - Good placement of first aid box with basic medical - The contractor will take all necessary steps if any
assistance issue will arise
- Established Emergency medical centre
- Accessible and good at handling
- Observed petrol first aider team

Photo 5-27: Provide First Aid Facilities
12. Grievance Mechanism - The complaint box has been placed in the main gate - The contractor will take all necessary steps for this
and several points in the project area grievance mechanism
- Local publicly accessible - The stakeholder meeting will hold as per EMP
Photo 5-28: Install Complain Box both Inner & Outside of Project Area

6 CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION
The monthly environmental monitoring in the project area had been conducted for observing and
maintaining the several environmental aspects as well as inspecting the outcomes of environmental
performance. Depending on the quality analysis, dust or air pollution is slightly generated in the area
due to vehicle transportation and other machinery. Tanker spray is being continued for reducing this
effect. Solid, liquid, and other related wastes management systems are now in progress.
Several drainage systems are under construction for developing a better drainage system. A
wastewater (liquid waste) treatment pond is necessary for avoiding the surrounding soil or surface
water pollution and that will be constructed. Scattering wastes are dangerous for the workers and
other staff. Environmental degradation incidents and complaints are absent this month.
Some of the toilets and bathrooms had been constructed for the convenience of staff and workers and
some others were under construction. PPE and First Aid Box had been provided for securing the
workers. Toolbox and discussion meetings are now going on for better environmental and safety
management. Numerous flagmen, signalmen, and linesmen have been appointed for traffic
management. Security supervisors, managers, and guards will be appointed for good camp
management.
Barricade around the construction area is now establishing before the noise level crosses the extreme
level. The water tank had been used for avoiding the vast dust pollution. For liquid waste management,
a designated water treatment pond is the demand of time. Solid waste (construction waste) has been
gathered in a specific area (designated area) for hand overing to 3rd party. Degradable solid waste has
been buried in the earthen whole for decomposing. Several complaint boxes have been placed in the
camp area for better camp management.
A complete Covid-19 preventive plan had been submitted and all other preventive measures are taken
to combat the pandemic situation. Regular basis training, awareness discussion, motivation, etc. have
already been implemented among the workers. Enough safety precautions have been taken to
continue the construction work. Monitoring and inspection are also going on depending on the Covid-
19 prevention plan.
Signalmen were observed during the site inspection. Supervision personnel should be appointed for
monitoring all of the traffic-related staff and personnel. The drainage system should be improved. Also,
the existing drain should be cleared routine-wise. The contractor should have to improve the waste
management system & maintain proper evidence. No training hold on HSE, contractor should have
arranged some HSE training as soon as possible. For dust control contractor uses ground water & the
amount of water is huge so they are suggested to use surface water because surface water is
available near the project area.

ANNEXURE
Rupsha 800 MW CCPP A EMR, December 2021

Annex A: Lab Analysis Reports
Rupsha 800 MW CCPP A-1 EMR, December 2021

Annex A-1:Noise Level Analysis Report

Annex A-2: Ambient Air Quality Analysis Report

Annex A-3: Under Water Noise Level Analysis Report


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Environmental Monitoring Report

Project No. 50161-003

Bangladesh: Rupsha 800-Megawatt Combined

1.2 Environmental Monitoring Report (EMR)

1.3 Objectives of Environmental Monitoring

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 1-1 EMR, November 2021

1.4 Methodology for Preparation of EMR

1.5 Environmental Policy

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 1-2 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 1-3 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-1 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-2 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-3 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-4 EMR, November 2021

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-5 EMR, November 2021

2.3.2 Balance of Plant (BOP)

2.3.3 Environmental Controls

1. Guardhouse, dormitory, parking area 0.58

2. Admin building and workshop 2.08

3. RMS and fuel gas conditioning skid 2.31

5. GTG 1, HRSG 1 & STG 1 3.18

6. GTG 2, HRSG 2 & STG 2 3.19

7. Laydown Area 3.30

8. The demineralized water treatment plant 2.12

9. Cooling water system 2.49

10. HSD fuel storage system 2.72

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-6 EMR, November 2021

11. River water treatment plant 3.49

12. Firefighting water storage 0.67

13. Roads 5.87

14. Existing facilities, i.e., buildings that will remain

15. Spare land 11.65

16. Total 48.83

2.4 Key Project Activities

2.4.1 Key Construction Activities List

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-7 EMR, November 2021

• Guarantee test for GT and auxiliaries of block 1

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-8 EMR, November 2021

2.4.2 Implementation Schedule and Project Status

2.4.3 Utilities for Construction

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 2-9 EMR, November 2021

3.1.1 National Environmental Regulations

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 3-1 EMR, November 2021

3.1.3 Environmental Requirements of Asian Development Bank

3.1.4 Environmental Requirements of Islamic Development Bank

3.3 Ambient Air Quality

CO* 10,000 - 10,000 -

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 3-2 EMR, November 2021

3.4 Noise Level

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 3-3 EMR, November 2021

1. SPM Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer

2. PM10 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer

3. PM2.5 Particulates Sensor Light Scattering Nephotometer

4. SO2 High Sensitivity Electrochemical

5. NOx High Sensitivity Electrochemical

6. CO High Sensitivity Electrochemical

Figure 4-1: Automatic Air Sampler (Haz-ScannerTM; HIM 6000)

Rupsha 800 MW CCPP 4-1 EMR, November 2021

4.1.2 Ambient Noise Level Monitoring Methods