PARTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

SCREENING REPORT FOR WET COFFEE PROCESSING PROJECT

PROJECT OWNER: MIFTAHE NEGASH

(MODEL FARMER)

PROJECT LOCATION:

BEKE GUDO KEBELE SEKA CHEKORSA DISTRICT JIMMA ZONE,

OROMIA REGIONAL STATE

SUBMITED TO JIMMA ZONE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

AUTHORITY

CONSULTANTING FIRM: PLANET CONSULTANT AND TRAINING

SERVICE PLC
ADRESS: Phone: 0912061612
Email: [email protected]

DEC, 2024
JIMMA

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TABLES OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
2. Plan of the project .............................................................................................................................................. 3
3.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................. 4
3.1. Project Location .............................................................................................................................................. 4
6. Conclusion ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

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1. Introduction
The ESIA Screening report aims to determine the likely significant effects of a project on the
environment and society. ESIA Screening determines whether an ESIA /PESIA are required for a
specified project. Projects requiring mandatory ESIA are listed in Schedule. In the case of development
which is under these thresholds, EPA is required to request an EIS where it considers that the proposed
development is likely to have a significant effect on the environment.

Screening involves appraisal of impacts from the proposed development according to three main
criteria:-
i. Characteristics of the project
ii. Location of proposed project
iii. Characteristics of potential impacts.

Schedule of the EIA, outlines the aspects of the environment likely to be significantly affected by a
proposed development. These are: human beings, flora and fauna, soil and geology, water, air& climate,
landscape, material assets, cultural heritage and the inter-relationships between the range of
environmental criteria.

EIA Procedural Guideline November 2003 outlines the screening, review and approval process for
development projects in Ethiopia and defines the criteria for undertaking an EIA. According to this ElA
procedural guideline, projects are categorized into three
Schedules:
 Schedule 1: This category includes projects that may have adverse and significant environmental
impacts thus requiring a full EIA study.
 Schedule 2: Projects whose type, scale or other relevant characteristics have potential to cause
some significant environmental impacts but are not likely to warrant a full EIA study fall under
this group.
 Schedule 3: Projects which would have no impact and do not require an EIA.
However, projects situated in an environmentally sensitive area such as land prone to erosion;
desertification; areas of historic or archaeological interest; important landscape; religiously important
area, etc. will fall under Schedule I irrespective of the nature of the project.

2. Plan of the project

The proponents proposed this project having an overall goal of taking advantage of opportunities
existing in Wet Coffee Processing and supply of quality coffee products to foreign and domestic
markets. The project will process Wet Coffee Processing coffee hulling using washing machine which is
environmentally sound and contributes to the socio-economic development of the regional state and /or
local communities in sustainable manner.

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2.1. Objective of the project
The main objective of the proposed this project having an overall goal of taking advantage of
opportunities existing in Coffee Plantation farm Project and supply of quality coffee products to
foreign and domestic markets. The project is basically planned to be established with an objective of
generating profit for the promoter by producing of washed coffee bean. The project will create job
opportunity for Temporary and permanent workers from the local community. The proponent also
provides an opportunity to transfer technology that could really the local community of the area will be
benefited from the proposed project operation.

3.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1. Project Location

Seka Chekorsa district its relative location was 20 km from Eastern part of capital city of Jimma zone. It
is bordered from the North part with Gomma district, North East with Manna and Kersa district, North
west with Gera , Eastern part with Jimma town, South eastern part with Dedo wored, southern part with
SPNN and South western part with Shabe Sombo. It is found in Southern part of Jimma zone. The
geographical location is near to the largest market centers like Jimma, Seka and shabe towns .
Physiographic division of Seka Chekorsa district by surface area is 516Km2. The administrative of Seka
Chekorsa district is divide in to 36 peasant association and two urban center kebeles ( town of Seka
Chekorsa ) .
The proposed project of Miftahe Negash Wet Coffee processing found in Beke Gudo Kebele of Seka
Chekorsa district, Jimma Zone, Oromia regional state. The project site is about 365 km distant from
Finfine, the capital city, and 31 km far away from the zone capital. The total land allocated for the
establishment of Miftahe Negash Wet coffee processing project is 1.383 hectare for which the Oromia
Investment Commission approved for proposed project. The proposed project is bordered from the east
Ibase, from the south Abba Jihad farm land, from the west Gibe River and from the north Awal Aba
Dura farm land.
4. SCREENING ASSESSMENT

The proposed development comprises of the following works

 A review of the policy, legal and administrative framework
 Description of the proposed project.
 Baseline information (Biophysical and Socio-Economic environment)

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  Assessment of the potential environmental impacts of the proposed project on the
biophysical, socio-economic and cultural aspects.
 Development of the mitigation measures and future monitoring plans.
 Occupational Health and Safety –OHS
 The project also assesses the impacts of the proposed development on the environment in
accordance with Ethiopia Environmental Impact assessment proclamation no 299/2002
 Identification and evaluation of the potential environmental and social impacts associated
with project implementation and subsequent operation, and
 Preparation of plans and recommendations regarding measures that will minimize adverse
impacts and enhance beneficial impacts.
 Demolition of the existing old structures; Site drainage works including surface water drainage and
connections to existing drainage and Proposed utilities for the Project operation
Table 1 Characteristics of proposed development
Is the size and design of the proposed works The proposed development is not significant in terms of size and
significant? design. The proposed development is a 0.4hec site with with in coffee
plantation farm
Potential for impacts from project in accumulation none
with other existing and/or approved projects
Use of natural resources in particular land, soil, Applicable
water and biodiversity?
Will the works produce waste? Yes, To be disposed of in accordance with a waste management plan
approved by Gera Agriculture and Land use administration
Risk of major accidents and/or disasters relevant to none
the project including those caused by Climate
Change in accordance with scientific knowledge?
Potential for cumulative impacts with other None
existing and/or approved projects?
Environmental Sensitivity of project in relation to The project is far from surface river
existing and approved land use.

Screening checklist for Miftahe Negash Wet Coffee Processing Project

Project name: Wet Coffee Processing Project
Project location: in Beke Gudo kebele seka chokersaDistrict, Jimma Zone, Oromia Regional State
Project owner: Miftahe Negash Model Farmer
Project type: Wet Coffee Processing
Project composition Wet Coffee Processing Project Premises required 1.383 hectares

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 Impact in category Yes/No Potential Significance
Low Mediu High
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Land Form: Will the project result in: No
a) Unstable slopes or embankments?
b) Extensive disruption to or displacement of the soil?
c) Impact to land classified as prime or unique farmland?
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d) Destruction, covering, or modification of unique physical
features?
e) Increased wind or water erosion of soils?
Foreclosure on future uses of site on a long-term basis?
Landscape /Aesthetics - will the proposed project: no 
a) a possibility of adversely affect the aesthetics of the
landscape?
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not
limited to, trees, rock, and historic buildings within a state scenic
highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of
the site and its surroundings?
Economic: Will the project: No
a) Have any adverse effect on local or regional economic
conditions, e.g., tourism, local income levels, land values, or
employment?
b) Community Reaction: Is the project:
c) Potentially controversial?
In conflict with locally adopted environmental plans and goals?
Air –Will the proposed Project:
a) Generate emissions of air from fuel combustion, production
processes, materials handling, construction activities, or other
sources?
b) Will the storage of wastes or raw materials affect air quality?
c) Affect any air quality standard or contribute substantially to No 
existing or projected air quality problems?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations?
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of
people?
Biological Resources –will the proposed Project: No
a) Will the project be located in the vicinity of important or
valuable habitat?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any habitat or other
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sensitive natural community?
c) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting
biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or
ordinance?
Historic & Cultural features – Will the Project No
a) Located in the vicinity of important or valuable historic or
cultural resources?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a

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 historical resource?
c) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an
Archaeological resource?
d) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique resource or site or
unique geologic feature?
Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of
formal cemeteries?
Geology &Soils – will the Project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse
effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
I. Strong seismic ground shaking? No
II. Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction?
III. Landslides?
IV. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
Hazards and Hazardous Materials – will the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous
materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment
through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions
involving the release of hazardous materials into the
No 
environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials, substances, or waste within the reach of
an existing or public service (schools, hospital, and
churches?)
d) Expose people or structures to a significant risk or loss,
injury or death?
Hydrology and Water Quality –will the project:
a) Located near a relevant watercourse (freshwater or
groundwater) or wetlands?
b) Contamination of public water supplies?
c) Require large volumes of water or disposal of large volumes
No 
of sewage or industrial effluent?
d) Affect any water quality standards or waste discharge
requirements?
e) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere with
groundwater recharge
Utilities: Will the project result in a need for new systems or No
alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power and natural gas?
b) Communications systems?
c) Water?
d) Sewer or septic tanks?
e) Storm sewers?
Noise –Does the project result in: No
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess
of standards established?
b) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise
levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project?

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 Population and housing –Does the project: No
a) Will the project be located in an area of high population
density?
b) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either
directly (for example, by processing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of
roads or other infrastructure?
c) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing
necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?
d) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
Recreation No
a) Does the project increase the use of existing neighborhood
and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that
substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur
or be accelerated?
b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the
construction or expansion of recreational facilities which
might have been an adverse physical effect on the
environment?
Transportation/traffic – Will the project:
b) Substantial impact on existing transportation system(s)?
c) Effects on existing parking facilities or demands for new
parking?
d) Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of No
people or goods?
e) Construction of new roads?
f) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to
the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system.
Occupational Health and safety -will the project yes
a) Involve employment of large numbers of workers?
b) Make significant demands on facilities and services?
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c) Affect the income of other productive sectors or
communities?
d) Affect human health directly or indirectly?
Solid and liquid waste: will the project: No
a) Will the project require disposal of spoil, overburden
effluents?
b) Have high effluent discharge?
c) High Solid waste generation?
Biodiversity (Flora and fauna): will the project No 
a) Have impact on existing vegetation?
b) Have impact on the existing faunas?

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6. Conclusion
Environmental Impact Assessment (ESIA) Guidance notes that “The greater the number of different aspects of the
environment which are likely to be affected and the greater the links between the effects, the more likely it is that
an EIS should be carried out. Where complexity of impacts is deemed to apply in the case of a specific sub-
threshold development proposal, there should be a predisposition towards the preparation of an EIS”.
In consideration of the above involving appraisal of characteristics and location of proposed development and
characteristics of potential impacts it is concluded that potential impact of proposed project is medium and PESIA
is required for the proposed development.