Environmental and Social Performance Clause Samples

Environmental and Social Performance. Unless MCC and the Government agree otherwise in writing, the Government shall ensure that all Projects and Activities undertaken, funded, or otherwise supported in whole or in part (directly or indirectly) by MCC Funding under the Compact comply with the Environmental Guidelines, including the environmental and social performance standards set forth in the IFC Performance Standards that have been incorporated by reference into the Environmental Guidelines. The Government also shall ensure that the Projects and Activities comply with all national environmental laws and regulations, licenses and permits, except to the extent such compliance would be inconsistent with the Compact. Where there is a difference between national environmental laws and regulations and the standards required by the Compact, the Government shall ensure that the stricter standard is followed. Unless MCC agrees otherwise in writing, the Government shall fund all costs of environmental and social mitigation measures necessary for the Program (including, without limitation, costs of resettlement) that are not specifically provided for in the Compact, or that exceed the amount of MCC Funding and/or Government Contribution specifically allocated for such costs in the Detailed Financial Plan for any Project or Activity.

Environmental and Social Performance. Unless MCC and the Government agree otherwise in writing, the Government shall ensure that all Projects and Activities undertaken, funded or otherwise supported in whole or in part (directly or indirectly) by MCC Funding under the Compact comply with the MCC Environmental Guidelines, including the environmental and social performance standards set forth in the Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability of the International Finance Corporation (as in effect from time to time, the “IFC Performance Standards”) that have been incorporated by reference into the MCC Environmental Guidelines. The Government shall also ensure that the Projects and Activities comply with all national environmental laws and regulations, licenses and permits, except to the extent such compliance would be inconsistent with the Compact. Where there is a difference between national environmental laws and regulations and the standards required by the Compact, the Government shall ensure that the stricter standard is followed provided it remains in compliance with the Compact. Unless MCC agrees otherwise in writing, the Government shall fund all necessary costs of environmental and social mitigation measures (including, without limitation, costs of resettlement) not specifically provided for, or that exceed the amount of MCC Funding or the Government Contribution specifically allocated for such costs, in the Detailed Financial Plan for any Project or Activity.

Environmental and Social Performance. Unless MCC and the Government agree otherwise in writing, the Government will ensure that all Projects and Activities undertaken, funded or otherwise supported in whole or in part (directly or indirectly) by MCC Funding under the Compact comply with the MCC Environmental Guidelines, including the IFC Performance Standards that have been incorporated by reference into the MCC Environmental Guidelines. The Government also will ensure that the Projects and Activities comply with all national environmental laws and regulations, licenses and permits, except to the extent such compliance would be inconsistent with the Compact. Unless MCC agrees otherwise in writing, the Government will fund all necessary costs of environmental and social mitigation measures (including, without limitation, costs of resettlement) not specifically provided for, or that exceed the MCC Funding specifically allocated for such costs in, the Detailed Financial Plan for any Project or Activity.

Environmental and Social Performance. According to MCC Environmental Guidelines, this Activity is considered to be a “Category B” project, as minor environmental impacts may occur. Appropriate environmental and social assessment and mitigation measures and proper due diligence will be implemented in accordance with MCC Environmental Guidelines in order to ensure that these programs are well designed and will not result in adverse environmental health and safety impacts. Proposed investments should be assessed in broad terms to ensure that technical and environmental supporting infrastructure is in place for the investments, such as sufficient structural capacity and adequate electrical, gas, water supply and sanitation facilities. Based on the assessments, participating universities and Government agencies, as necessary, will develop and implement an environmental and social operations manual to ensure use of best practices regarding waste management, emergency preparedness, and occupational health and safety.

Environmental and Social Performance. According to MCC Environmental Guidelines, the NEDCo Financial and Operational Turnaround Project is likely to be considered a “Category B” project. The most likely environmental and social risks arising from the NEDCo distribution turnaround Project are the same as those identified for the ECG Project and, as such, the same mitigation measures and documentation requirements described in paragraph 1(c) of Part B of this Annex I apply.

Environmental and Social Performance. Unless MCC and the Government agree otherwise in writing, the Government shall ensure that all Projects and Activities undertaken, funded, or otherwise supported in whole or in part (directly or indirectly) by MCC Funding or the Government Contribution under the Compact comply with the Environmental Guidelines, including the environmental and social performance standards set forth in the IFC Performance Standards that have been incorporated by reference into the Environmental Guidelines. The Government also shall ensure that the Projects and Activities comply with all national environmental laws, regulations, licenses, and permits, except to the extent such compliance would be inconsistent with the Compact. Where there is a difference between national environmental laws and regulations and the standards required by the Compact, the Government shall ensure that the stricter standard is followed. Unless MCC approves otherwise in writing, the Government shall fund all costs of environmental and social mitigation measures 1 Real property is a parcel of land and everything that is permanently attached to the land. necessary for the Program (including, without limitation, costs of resettlement) that are not specifically provided for in the Compact, or that exceed the amount of MCC Funding and/or the Government Contribution specifically allocated for such costs for any Project or Activity.

Environmental and Social Performance. According to MCC Environmental Guidelines, this Project is considered a “Category C” project. The proposed Activities under this Project are unlikely to have adverse environmental and social impacts. Most of the Activities are focused on reforms to attract private sector investment. This Project’s emphasis on reform, coupled with MCC’s requirements to improve overall environmental and social management of the Compact, creates an opportunity to enhance Ghana’s environmental regulation during the life of the Compact and beyond.

Environmental and Social Performance. According to MCC Environmental Guidelines, the Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management Project is considered to be a “Category B” project as the Activities under this Project are unlikely to pose any significant environmental, health or safety hazards that could not be mitigated. The Demand Side Management Infrastructure Activity could potentially include minor construction or rehabilitation works that will require site specific ESIAs and/or ESMPs to be prepared. Associated risks would include worker health and safety.

Environmental and Social Performance. According to MCC Environmental Guidelines, the Access Project is likely to be considered a “Category B” project, as minor environmental impacts may occur. Potential impacts are similar to those anticipated with the ECG and NEDCo Financial and Operational Turnaround Projects since the Access Project will entail replacing some smaller sections of the distribution network such as light posts. These will include potential resettlement, social costs of replacing illegal connections as well as health and safety considerations. The environmental, social and resettlement studies (FESIA, site specific ESIAs and/or ESMPs, RPF and RAP) for the ECG and NEDCo Financial and Operational Turnaround Projects will also cover any impacts associated with the Access Project.