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AES Kavarna The project comprises the construction and operation of the 156 MW St. Nikola Wind Farm in the municipality of Kavarna, in the north-east of Bulgaria close to the villages of Bulgarevo, Sveti Nikola, Hadji Dimitar, Rakvovski and Porouchik Chounchevo, on an elevated plain approximately 3km from the Black Sea.     The wind park will comprise 52 3 MW V90 turbines, manufactured by Vestas A.S. (Vestas) of Denmark. The project will include a 33/110 kV substation, which will be connected to the national grid through an 8 km transmission line. Once operational, the project will:   - increase Bulgarias electricity output from renewable energy by approx 330 GWh per annum, thereby helping Bulgaria maintaining its EU commitment of 11% of electricity consumption generated by renewable energy by 2010 and progress towards the 16% target by 2020;  - decrease the countrys dependence on highly-polluting coal-lignite fired generation and nuclear generation;  - in doing so, displace up to approximately 300,000 tons of carbon emissions per year  reducing pollution in the North East of the country and contributing to the effort to reduce global warming;  - help Bulgaria  maintain its position as one of the main power exporters or the region;  - by nature of the size of the transaction, influence Bulgarias ability to attract foreign investment in the renewable energy sector and position Bulgaria as an alternative emerging market destination for wind power investments.
Bulgarian American Credit Bank Summary Of Project Information (SPI)       Project Name    Bulgarian American Credit Banc (BACB)            Region    Europe        Sector       Project No009359   Projected Board DateDecember 28, 1998   Company NameBulgaria American Credit Banc   Technical Partner and/or Major Shareholders    	BACB is wholly owned by Bulgarian American Enterprise Fund (BAEF).  BAEF is a not-for-profit Delaware Corporation, established in 1993 by the U.S. Government.  Its mission is to assist in the development of small and medium private enterprises in Bulgaria.  BAEF belongs to the group of Enterprise Funds targeting Eastern Europe which were formed in accordance with the principles of the U.S. Support for East European Democracy Act of 1989 (SEED Act).  BAEF is capitalized by a US$50 million grant from the US Treasury.    Project Cost Including proposed IFC investment    	US$5 million    Location of project and Description of site    	Sofia, Bulgaria    Description of Company and Purpose of Project    	In 1996, Bulgarian American Credit Bank (BACB) was created out of the loan operations of Bulgarian American Enterprise Fund (BAEF), a US$50 million US Treasury-sponsored fund that supports the development of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bulgaria.  After initial difficulties, BAEF has established a decent track record of lending to this target sector.  Now, BAEF would like to help BACB "graduate" into a free-standing, commercially viable financial institution and has asked for IFC''s help in attracting a strategic investor and in providing term financing for on-lending to SMSE''s.  IFC is considering a US$5 million loan of up to 5 years, for on-lending to SMEs.  This loan would be convertible into equity, at IFC''s option, when a strategic partner is found.Through this project, IFC would strengthen BACB, ensure that a quality player operates in the Bulgarian banking system, and support the SME sector.     Environmental Category and Issues    	This is a Financial Intermediary (FI) Tier 2 project according to IFC''s environmental review procedure.  BACBank will be required to undertake an environmental review of each subproject to ensure compliance with host country requirements, IFC environmental and social safeguard policies, and , if applicable, World Bank Group environmental, health and safety guidelines. IFC will assess BACBanks capability to carry out environmental reviews.  BACBank must obtain IFC clearance prior to making any investment with IFC funds in any Category A project.       Date SPI sent to InfoShop     November 25, 1998      This Summary of Project Information is prepared and distributed to the public in advance of consideration of the proposed transaction by the Corporations Board of Directors.  It is provided for the purpose of enhancing the transparency of IFCs activities and should not be construed as presuming the outcome of IFC Board consideration.    For Additional Information contact:  Corporate Relations Unit -   telephone: (202) 473-7711   facsimile: (202) 974-4384
Stomana II Project Steel mini-mill Stomana Industry A.D. (Stomana or the company), an existing IFC client, is the second largest steel producer in Bulgaria.  The company plans to bring into operation a new hot rolling mill, to be located within its existing facilities.  The project, expected to cost about Euro 43 million in capital investment, is going to be implemented over a one and a half to two-year period. It is not going to affect Stomana''s crude steel capacity as planned investment is in downstream operation.     The installation of a new long products rolling mill in Stomana is an important strategic investment for Sidenor allowing it to:     - rationalize its total production and take a full advantage of Stomanas upstream capacity.     - gradually replace low value added products with the higher added value long products; and    - improve cost competitiveness due to:    - reduction in overall transportation costs;    - more efficient new equipment and processes of the new rolling mill; and    - lower labor cost in Bulgaria than those in Greece.    The project will be sponsored by Sidenor Steel Products Manufacturing S.A. ("Sidenor") a large Greek manufacturer and marketer of steel products, listed in the Athens Stock Exchange, who acquired Stomana in 2001.  After Sidenors acquisition, Stomana was turned around and transformed into a sound and quite profitable enterprise.  Sidenor is part of Viohalco, Greece, the largest metal processing group in the country, which also sponsored two other IFC projects. As part of an overall rationalization of Sidenor, the project will allow increased downstream processing in Bulgaria, thus increasing value generated in Bulgaria and saving the company transport costs from Greece where the bulk of Sidenors long products is currently produced. Stomanas product quality will increase and comply with EU requirements enabling the company to satisfy expected medium-term robust demand growth in the region. The project will benefit from the management expertise of a strong sponsor, who has significant technological know-how.  Also, the sponsor will bring into the project advanced marketing and customer support activities with the aim to providing global solutions to its customers along with established product quality. The project is expected to result in better efficiency due to implementation of new, better technology.       The project is important for strengthening the cross border cooperation and Bulgarian economic growth, especially in light of Bulgarias accession to the EU in 2007. Over the long term, the project is expected to serve as a model for further private-sector development by: providing a clear example of continuity in application of modern management and corporate governance in Bulgaria; attracting a sponsor with first-class expertise; and promoting the development of a key industry for the Bulgarian economy.
Stomana Pernik The proposed Euros 73.8 million project represents a post privatization restructuring of a Bulgarian steel mini-mill, Stomana Industry A.D. (Stomana, or the company). Headquartered in the Pernik industrial area, Stomana is the largest employer in a depressed region, notorious with the unsuccessful privatizations of a number of big state-owned companies.  Moreover, with production of about 600,000 tpy of long and flat steel products and more than 1,300 employees, Stomana is the second largest steel producer in Bulgaria and one of the most important enterprises in the country.  

The project will be implemented by Sidenor Steel Products Manufacturing Company S.A. (Sidenor or the Sponsor).  As part of the project, Sidenor will refurbish the plant, improve production methods and environmental performance, and facilitate transition to higher value-added products.  After the completion of the overall investment program, Stomana's production is not expected to divert significantly from current levels as planned investment is in cost reduction and quality improvements, and not in capacity increases.
Bulmarket LPG The company - Bulmarket DM is headquartered in Ruse, a city located next to the Danube river in Bulgaria. In addition to its operations in Ruse, it owns LPG terminals in Byala, Plovdiv, Sofia and Kyustendil in Bulgaria as well as Galati and Giurgiu in Romania.  The proposed project will finance (i) the Companys core LPG business line through the development and expansion of three terminals in Ruse, Sofia and Plovdiv; (ii) the development of a new LNG business both for wholesale trade and business to business distribution; and (iii) the refinancing of short term debt. Cleaner fuels: The IFC financing will help Bulmarket to become the first importer and distributor of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Bulgaria. The Company will supply off-grid, industrial end-users with a cheaper, "cleaner" burning alternative to diesel or compressed natural gas (CNG). This Project will develop the LNG infrastructure in Bulgaria, which encourages greater use of the fuel, has a positive environmental impact, and supports the Bulgarian industrial base with more competitive energy costs. In addition, the enhancement of the company''s distribution capacity for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), a "cleaner" burning fuel primarily used in vehicles as a substitute for gasoline or diesel will also encourage greater use of the fuel resulting in a positive environmental impact. Diversification of gas supply: The project supports the gas supply diversification as the Bulgarian state-owned company, Bulgargaz EAD, supplies 84% of Bulgaria''s natural gas from Russia''s Gazprom JSC. Improvements in energy infrastructure: The project will contribute to the development of Bulgaria''s infrastructure according to modern and safe standards. Employment: The project will result in both direct and indirect job creation as well as preservation of existing jobs in the Company as well as in third party service and product suppliers.
EBBG Senior loan Climate and Gender The proposed investment consists of senior loan of up to $150 million in Euro equivalent to Eurobank Bulgaria AD (Postbank or the Bank), the fourth largest bank in Bulgaria (the Project). The loan proceeds will focus on women-owned MSMEs (W-MSMEs) and climate related projects by MSMEs and individuals in Bulgaria. The Project presents an opportunity for an impactful engagement in Bulgaria, with pressing challenges of green transition and financial inclusion. The Project is expected to be supported by the Women Entrepreneurs Opportunity Facility (WEOF). Project Outcome: Stakeholder effects: Access to finance for climate projects and for W-MSMEs: IFC anticipates that the Project will help increase the access to much needed climate finance for MSMEs and individuals in Bulgaria, thereby supporting countrys green transition. The Project will also help Postbank in establishing a new business line specifically for business owned and/or led by women, to improve their access to finance. 
Market Creation: Sustainability: The proposed investment is part of a programmatic approach in Bulgaria that is intended to enhance sustainability through demonstration, replication and capacity building channels. Under the program, IFC will provide investment and targeted advisory support, with the overall objective to expand access to climate finance in the country.
Projet Sauver La Vie (PSLV) Le Projet Sauver La Vie (PSLV), mis en oeuvre par Pathfinder International avec le financement du gouvernement néerlandais, vient en appui au programme national qui vise le renforcement des services de santé primaires y compris la planification familiale (PF) pour l’accélération des progrès vers la couverture sanitaire universelle au Burkina Faso. PSLV est mis en oeuvre sous le leadership du Ministère de la Santé du Burkina Faso à travers son secrétariat technique pour la couverture sanitaire universelle (ST/CSU). Conçu dans une vision de complémentarité et de collaboration avec le programme national du Ministère de la Santé axé sur la santé communautaire et intitulé « Renforcer les services de santé primaires y compris la planification familiale pour accélérer les progrès vers la couverture sanitaire universelle au Burkina Faso » (sous financement d’un Grand Donateur Anonyme ou LAD), le PSLV améliorera l’accès et l’utilisation des services d’avortement et de contraception sûrs et de qualité dans trois régions du Burkina à savoir la Boucle du Mouhoun, le Centre-Nord et le Nord. Pathfinder International en partenariat avec des organisations locales et les associations professionnelles mettront en oeuvre ce projet d’une durée de cinq ans – Octobre 2020 à Septembre 2025. Le projet atteindra ses objectifs en s’appuyant sur un modèle de changement bâti autour de trois stratégies essentielles avec pour principe central la prise en compte des jeunes et de l’égalité de genre comme thématique transversale. Renforcer l'offre et l'accès aux services d'avortement sécurisés et de contraception au Burkina Faso
LIPTAKO - IMPACT II au Niger Supplement Le projet Liptako (ou Supplément IMPACT 2) contribue aux efforts du gouvernement nigérien pour améliorer les conditions de vie des populations en renforçant le système de santé, en particulier les services de SR / PF dans quatre (4) régions du Niger (Tillabéry, Zinder, Tahoua et Dosso). Ce projet sera mis en œuvre par Pathfinder en collaboration avec le Ministère de la Santé (MoH), les ONG locales (COMSED, SongES, FAD et NESS) et tous les acteurs impliqués dans la SR / PF au Niger. Afin de répondre aux besoins non satisfaits en PF à travers cette proposition, une approche de genre transversale transformative, qui prend en compte les besoins spécifiques des jeunes de l'ARSJ, sera développée pour augmenter la demande de services de SR / PF, en particulier chez les adolescents et les jeunes, tout en abordant les problèmes liés à toutes les formes de violence sexiste (VBG).
WP5: National Mapping In this WP JCP-III provides support to BIG in their task to execute the national "One Map" policy (ITC) and the LIDAR-based lowland elevation mapping (Deltares). This will be done through training on topics requested by BIG. Increased capacity at BIG to execute their task related to the "One Map Policy" and the Lowland Elevation Mapping.
GAFC-Expend On Investmnt-Species Conservation Grant Chimpanzee Conservation in Light of Impending Mining Projects in Southeastern Senegal
Coastal Senegal Sea Turtle Stranding Surveys to Assess mortality and nesting. The recipient will conduct quarterly nesting and stranding surveys along Senegal's north coast from Dakar to St. Louis beginning in January 2016 by foot and vehicle. Additionally nesting and stranding surveys will be conducted south of Dakar for the remaining Senegal coastline 1-2 times during the year. Interviews will be conducted along the survey routes with local people to gather information about nesting and local fisheries interactions with sea turtles. The recipient will also conduct a public education campaign in Senegal to raise awareness of protected status of sea turtles and marine mammals as described in the proposal.
ASSESSING NOVEL PATHWAYS OF MERCURY BIOACCUMULATION IN WEST AFRICAN CHIMPANZEES (PAN TROGLODYTES VERUS) IN SENEGAL The purpose of this 2-year project is to assess the health risks that mercury usage associated with artisanal gold mining poses to western chimpanzees in Senegal. Activities include: 1) analyzing likely contaminated and uncontaminated soil and chimpanzee food samples; 2) establishing a cost-effective method of monitoring chimpanzee mercury exposure; 3) conducting a risk assessment of chimpanzee mercury poisoning; and 4) disseminating findings to the conservation community and the Senegal government to support possible mitigation actions.
Assessing novel pathways of mercury bioaccumulation in West African chimpanzees in Senegal. The goal of this proposal are to determine the extent to which Hg contamination is impacting importamt chimpanzee habitat (soil) and ffod sources (termites and vegitation) and to evaluate the level of exposure of chimpanzee populations via MeHg analysis of hair samples.
ASSESSING NOVEL PATHWAYS OF MERCURY BIOACCUMULATION IN WEST AFRICAN CHIMPANZEES (PAN TROGLODYTES VERUS) IN SENEGAL The purpose of this 2-year project is to assess.the health risks that mercury usage associated.with artisanal gold mining poses to western.chimpanzees in Senegal. Activities include: 1).analyzing likely contaminated and uncontaminated.soil and chimpanzee food samples; 2) establishing.a cost-effective method of monitoring chimpanzee.mercury exposure; 3) conducting a risk assessment.of chimpanzee mercury poisoning; and 4).disseminating findings to the conservation.community and the Senegal government to support.possible mitigation actions.
Complete survey of chimpanzees outside of protected areas in Senegal: Filling gaps in our..knowledge in anticipation of corporate mining development. The purpose of this project is to determine the presence and relative densities of chimpanzees in areas of southeastern Senegal to understand the impacts of proposed large-scale mining and to identify key habitats for future protection.
Great Apes Conservation Fund The purpose of this project is to determine the presence and relative densities of chimpanzees in areas of southeastern Senegal to understand the impacts of proposed large-scale mining and to identify key habitats for future protection.
Assessing novel pathways of mercury bioaccumulation in West African chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes.verus) in Senegal The purpose of this 2-year project is to assess the health risks that mercury usage associated with artisanal gold mining poses to western chimpanzees in Senegal. Activities include: 1) analyzing likely contaminated and uncontaminated soil and chimpanzee food samples; 2) establishing a cost-effective method of monitoring chimpanzee mercury exposure; 3) conducting a risk assessment of chimpanzee mercury poisoning; and 4) disseminating findings to the conservation community and the Senegal government to support possible mitigation actions.
CITES CoP17 coordination workshop between West and Central African countries and the United States This grant will provide funding to Born Free USA to assist Senegal in facilitating the organization of a three day meeting between 20 West and Central African countries and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Support provided to the West/Central African region for the organization of the meeting will include logistical assistance and support related to the development and translation of meeting documents including a draft enforcement declaration, draft listing proposals and draft working documents and any other document necessary to help build regional consensus. Discussion of meeting documents will be followed by discussions on the designation of specific issue leaders mandated by the region to take specific issues forward on the way up to and at CoP17. A section of the meeting will be devoted to building strategic alliances between the United States and countries in West and Central African countries on issues of common interest. The project team will also provide support to meeting participants designated as issue leaders on.specific issues after the meeting to assist with anything related to the submission of CoP17 documents. This project will be conducted as described in the Born Free USA grant proposal.
South Sudan: OAU Support (HSU-0053) This initiative supports Oxfam South Sudan at the country level to reduce liabilities.
Upload error - refer to AU-ACNC-18055208636-HSU-0014 South Sudan is facing one of the most violent humanitarian crisis in the world right now. For the past three years the world’s youngest country has been ravaged by fighting. The violence has helped force parts of South Sudan into famine. This project aims to prevent famine in high risk critical IPC phase 4 areas across South Sudan, in addition to supporting any population arrivals fleeing famine in phase 5 areas. Oxfam will respond with programming promoting dignity during this severe emergency through supporting existing markets through the provision of cash and vouchers, enabling communities to buy food and non food items from the local market which they cannot currently afford, vegetable garden kits for households to grow their own food to increase their diet diversity and nutritional status, as well as providing money for canoe transport in support of isolated families situated on islands in the Sudd swamp to safely access services such as food aid, markets and health care.
South Sudan Food Insecurity South Sudan is facing one of the most violent humanitarian crisis in the world right now. For the past three years the world?s youngest country has been ravaged by fighting. The violence has helped force parts of South Sudan into famine. This project aims to prevent famine in high risk critical IPC phase 4 areas across South Sudan, in addition to supporting any population arrivals fleeing famine in phase 5 areas.  Oxfam will respond with programming promoting dignity during this severe emergency through supporting existing markets through the provision of cash and vouchers, enabling communities to buy food and non food items from the local market which they cannot currently afford, vegetable garden kits for households to grow their own food to increase their diet diversity and nutritional status, as well as providing money for canoe transport in support of isolated families situated on islands in the Sudd swamp to safely access services such as food aid, markets and health care.
Immediate Food Security in South Sudan (HSU-0046) This response supports vulnerable internally-displaced-persons and returneess, as well as host communities, in Pibor under Jonglei state in South Sudan by improving their immediate food security, protection and livelihoods (including agricultural inputs such as vegetable seeds, tools, fishing kits and training).
Central Poland Fund Summary Of Project Information (SPI)       Project Name    Poland-Central Poland Fund (CPF)            Region    Europe        Sector       Project No008198   Projected Board DateMay 30, 1997   Company NameCentral Poland Fund (CPF)   Technical Partner and/or Major Shareholders    	Lodz Management Group, Powszechny Bank Gospodarczy (Poland),    	Credit Suisse Investment Management (London)    Project Cost Including proposed IFC investment    	US$30-50 million, including a US$5 million IFC equity investment.    Location of project and Description of site    	Central Poland    Description of Company and Purpose of Project    	The project consists of an equity investment of up to US$5 million for up to 15% of the total capital of the Central Poland Fund (CPF, the Fund).  The Fund will seek to raise between US$30-50 million for direct equity investments in selected small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are either privately owned companies or to-be-privatized state companies that form part of the central Poland region Voivoids (municipality) privatization program.      Environmental Category and Issues    	This is a Financial Intermediary (FI) category project according to IFC''s environmental review procedure.  The Central Poland Fund will be required to undertake an environmental review of eligible investee companies'' operations.  In addition, IFC will assess the Funds capability to carry out environmental reviews of each investee company.     Date SPI sent to PIC     March 28, 1997      For Additional Information contact:  Corporate Relations Unit -   telephone: (202) 473-7711   facsimile: (202) 676-0365