Sunday, February 2, 2003

The World Bank Strikes Again

It seems that the World Bank will never stop giving their useless advise about costly and unnecessary regulations that never contribute in our country's progress but rather in wasting out time and money. See the new abstract for:
"Projet de Gestion Environnementale et des Dechets Solides : etude d'impact de la decharge controlee de Hbaline (Jbeil)"

Abstract: This environmental assessment (EA) analyzes the potential degradation on the natural environment, and on the sanitary, and socioeconomic conditions of local populations, as a result of the project implementation at Habline (Jbeil). Following a review on the country's legal, and administrative framework, on the technical and economic benefits of the project, on the Bank's environmental operational guidelines, and on an analysis of alternatives, the EA establishes the management discharge control, proposing mitigation measures (Vol. 1) based on geo-technical site investigations (Vol. 2). Public awareness, and education campaigns were conducted regarding adequate solid waste disposal, while a management plan focused on an environmentally, integrated discharge system, to protect flora and fauna, avoid disruption to green spaces, and re-integrate treated discharges into the natural landscape. To this end, soil erosion will be contained by installing stabilized, underground cement pipes; drainage, sludge, and water residues will be collected at specific storage basins, septic tanks, and/or treatment facilities. During construction, daytime working schedules will be observed, vehicle speed limits enforced, and, machinery and equipment inspected to abate noise disturbances. Regular waste collections will minimize odors, either through compacted waste collection, or discharges' incineration to prevent biogas fumes. Asphalt roads will be constructed to prevent dust and air pollution resulting from heavy traffic transporting construction debris (which should be carried in covered trucks), while on-site surfaces will be water-sprinkled regularly. Cultural sites will be avoided, in addition, the Archaeological Department will be informed, and inspect the site, should archaeological finds occur. Following construction, reforestation and vegetative propagation practices will be conducted.

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