Environment and Social Compliance Audits

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Environment and Social Compliance Audits

Environmental and Social Compliance auditing is an independent evaluation of a company’s Health, Safety, Social and Environment (HSSE) Legal requirements intended to identify compliance and management system implementation gaps and propose feasible corrective actions.

Audits can be complex and costly to undertake and despite large investments, many audit programs are failing to deliver sufficient value or assurance at a board or operational level. They often focus on symptoms rather than the underlying root causes or on proving administrative compliance rather than mitigating business risk.

We draw on our 20-year experience and cutting-edge approach to help clients not only execute environmental, health and safety and sustainable audits effectively but also improve ongoing operational performance. Our approach is pragmatic yet strategic, aiming to engage leaders at all levels in an organization to deliver tangible business benefits.

The company conducts Compliance Audits in accordance with the National laws and regulations such as (National Environment (Audit) Regulations 2020); Environment Management System Auditing as required by ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 19011:2018 Standards. We also conduct site specific investigations; due-diligence audits, environmental and social monitoring, preparation of Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans.

A partnership with us will provide you with an audit program that goes beyond mere administrative compliance to one that mitigates long-term risk, achieves greater organizational effectiveness, and realizes maximum business value and return on investment from Environmental Health social and Safety activities.

 

We offer technical assistance for the following services:

  • Environment, occupational health and safety compliance and social compliance audits,
  • Liability audits, pre-acquisition, divestment or vendor audits, insurance audits
  • Integrated management system audits based on ISO- 19011:2018 Standards (ISO 14001:2015, 9001:2015 and 45001:2018) technical support.
  • Resource efficiency and cleaner production
  • Development action / management plans,
  • Single issue audit- water and waste management audits, energy audit, noise and air quality audits and traffic audits.

Environment & Biodiversity

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    Plot No.16A Ntinda II Road,
    P.O. Box 23989, Kampala, Uganda
    +256 319291830


      Ecology and Biodiversity technical support

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      Ecology and Biodiversity technical support
      The impacts of Projects and Programs on biodiversity and Ecology are complex and in order to reduce the negative impacts, a thorough understanding of the Biodiversity and Ecology of the Area is required. At Eco and Partner, we have an experienced team of ecologists providing ecological and biodiversity technical support ranging from early engagement advice to surveys, monitoring and mitigation.

      Quality of life depends on diverse and complex ecological systems. As a growing body of evidence and global initiatives highlight the seriousness of biodiversity decline, and as measures are put in place to reverse this trend, it is becoming increasingly important for companies to understand and minimize their impact on ecosystems.

      An informed, sustainable approach to biodiversity and ecology management can provide opportunities for business stability and growth. Failing to proactively manage biodiversity-related risks appropriately can result in failure to secure required approvals, considerable cost increases, schedule delays, and friction with local communities and other stakeholders.

      Our team of professionals has experience in completing aquatic, terrestrial and wildlife surveys for a wide range of species and habitats for various projects. We work with Governments and private sectors to integrate biodiversity considerations into decision making and to develop and enhance related opportunities for business.

      Our work ranges from high level corporate policy support to targeted project or issue specific work. We work with our clients to understand the biodiversity implications of their projects, develop solutions to minimize adverse impacts from key decisions to ensure compliance with relevant standards especially the International Finance Corporation Performance standards and World Bank guidelines to provide strategic advice regarding project development.

      We offer technical assistance through the following services:

      • Ecology and Biodiversity Scoping studies.
      • Critical Habitats Assessment.
      • Terrestrial survey; Plants, Avifauna, Reptiles, Amphibians. Invertebrates, Large and small Mammals.
      • Developing of Biodiversity Offsets.
      • Aquatic survey, water quality, Phytoplankton, Zooplankton. Macro benthic, and Fisheries.
      • Ecological Impact Assessments.
      • Ecological Mapping Services.
      • Development and implementation of Biodiversity Action Plans.
      • Options Appraisals, Due Diligence and Constraints.
      • Public enquiry and expert witness support.
      • Eco-system Services technical support.

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        Plot No.16A Ntinda II Road,
        P.O. Box 23989, Kampala, Uganda
        +256 319291830


          Air Quality Assessment and Modelling

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          Air Quality Assessment and Modelling

          Air pollution is the contamination of air due to the presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to the health of humans and other living beings, or cause damage to the climate or to materials. Establishment of new projects/policies is likely to impact the air quality and hence the necessity for assessment.

          In order to establish airborne pollutant concentrations arising from industrial facilities, one would have to measure the concentration of pollutants within the surrounding environment. However, measurement is not possible for projects that are not yet built or where there is more than one source of pollution in the air shed. Therefore, we rely on predicted changes in air quality (using air quality computer models) to assess estimated changes in air pollution levels, and establish the key contributors.

          We enable organizations develop and implement robust air quality strategies supported by our in-depth expertise and advanced instrumentation and technology to maximize efficiency. Our approach to air quality monitoring and management ensures that our clients achieve value, reliability and results within their available budget.

          Our air quality team is comprised of professionals with both industry and regulatory expertise, their knowledge of local, state, international standards (IFC) and regulations help companies understand and meet air quality requirements and reporting obligations while also achieving broader business goals. Our support extends to informing clients of Regulatory developments helping them consider implications for business decisions and developing effective comments.

          We offer services in Emission Inventory preparation using internationally recognized standards and protocols, through the use of measured data (emissions monitoring data), stoichiometry (for bespoke fuel usage) and emission factors for sources where detailed data is not available.

          Our technical services include:

          • Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
          • Source Testing
          • Air quality Impact Assessments
          • Odour Assessment and Migration Investigations
          • Road traffic emissions assessment and mitigation
          • Emissions modelling using internationally recognized software
          • Climate change Impact Assessment
          • Green House Gas Emissions calculations and inventories.

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            COMPANY

            Plot No.16A Ntinda II Road,
            P.O. Box 23989, Kampala, Uganda
            +256 319291830


              Environmental Social Consultancy services for installation of Base Transceiver Stations at various locations around the country

              Location:Kampala-Uganda


              Client: Uganda


              Service: Environmental and social consultancy


              Base Transceiver Stations at various locations

              Airtel Uganda Limited is the second largest mobile communications and information technology service provider in Uganda with 10 million subscribers, accounting for 42 percent market share.

              A base transceiver station is a piece of equipment that facilitates wireless communication between user equipment and a network.
              Eco & Partner provided Environmental and social consultancy services to Airtel Uganda Limited including: Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs), ESIAs, Environmental Compliance Auditing and Monitoring for Mobile Telecommunication Base Transceiver Station in various parts of Uganda.