Assessment of the current environmental and social status of proposed project locations by using scientifically acceptable methodologies; identification of potential impacts of the project on the environment and people as well as the influences of the existing environment to the project; and formulation of appropriate mitigation and management measures.

Providing counseling, guidance and recommendations for developmental projects that are considered critical in nature or have potential issues.

A standard requirement stipulated in an Environmental Compliance Certificate or other instruments to evaluate the company’s performance vis-à-vis the conditions imposed by regulatory authorities pursuant to existing laws, rules and regulations.

Identification of hazards associated with a project, characterization of the associated risks, and recommendation of measures to manage the risks identified in the Procedural Guidelines for Scoping of Environmental Risk.

Design, packaging and management of IEC campaigns for community relations and other management projects in environment and rural development.

Active coaching for environmental practitioners and companies aiming to promote green environment practices as part of human resources programs.

Description of the existing geologic condition of the project site and surrounding areas; identification of geologic hazards that may pose threats to the project; identification of recommended measures to minimize if not eliminate the risks posed by geologic hazards.

The EPEP provides the operational link between environmental protection and enhancement commitments identified in existing environmental regulations, the EIA program and associated permits. The EPEP shall provide a description of the expected and considered acceptable impacts as well as mitigating measures.

Use of risk-based methodologies to consider mine closure scenarios and appropriate rehabilitation or decommissioning techniques and procedures.

Assistance in the preparation, organization and conduct of SDMP activities to determine agreements that can be crafted and mutually agreed upon between stakeholders and proponents on beneficial programs that may be implemented for the communities.

Assessment of the current level of traffic access to and from the project site; forecasting future levels of traffic in the access facilities; determination of impacts of the development to the level of congestion of the main access roads/facilities; identification of required traffic control and/or traffic management measures that will address the deficiencies of the current transport corridors.

Determination and analysis of the health status of workers and residents of nearby/impact communities; establishing a protocol to be used for effective health monitoring regimes.

Review of social effects of projects and recommendation of appropriate measures to address social conflicts/concerns.

Providing an understanding of identified environmental concerns associated with the project in accordance with the existing guidelines for Environmental Site Assessment.

Address waste disposal concerns and provide effective technological or other waste management solutions according to established environmental rules and regulations.

Conduct of third party air (TSP, NOx, SOx, PM10) and water quality (physico-chemical properties) sampling including interpretation of laboratory results.

Monitoring of seasonal ecological changes in marine and surface waters that may have significance to project management; assessment of marine ecosystem (corals, seagrass/seaweeds, fish and plankton) and river ecosystem (plankton and benthos).

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Identification of drainage morphology/local drainage system; consideration of medium to long-term climate projections; identification of existing water resources and potential competition in water use.

Simulation of resulting effects of flooding patterns in the project area by considering medium to long-term climate projections.

Bathymetric survey and mapping; measurement of water currents; tides observation; sediment dispersion modeling and storm surge hazards and vulnerability assessment.

Identification and analysis of changes in temperature patterns from plant water discharges; identification of potential impacts and mitigation measures.

Air quality simulation as guided by the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau Memorandum Circular 2008-003 or the Guidelines for Air Dispersion Modeling, or similar guidelines.

RAP specifies the procedures to be followed and actions to be taken for the proper resettlement and compensation of people and communities affected by a development project. Activities in the preparation of the RAP include detailed measurement, socio-economic, parcellary, and as-built surveys; stakeholder consultations; basic plan and bill of quantities preparation; replacement cost study; and income restoration and livelihood development planing, among others.

Provide orientation/awareness on ISO 14001 Environmental Management System including identification of legal requirements, consent limits, etc.; appointment of management representative; assistance in the determination of significant aspects and the framework on environmental policy; setting of objectives and targets, development of action plan, procedures and work targets; and facilitation of management review and internal environmental audits.