Prepare studies and bidding documents for a modernized MIS EPA 2016–2017 0.25 Rudimentary system and not effective Output-based; completed bidding documents for purchase of equipment and specialized training for information technology staff at the EPA Establish an ERMC in EPA Punjab at Lahore with fully equipped certified laboratory and systems for compliance monitoring of environmental licenses EPA 2016–2018 2.2 Partially functional laboratory exists that needs complete revamp Office space and structure made available by the EPA; qualified staff hired; old laboratory equipment upgraded and new procured; ERMC laboratory fully functional; ERMC establishes system of lab testing referrals and completes three diagnostic studies on strategic issues. Established capability to test, analyze, and develop a database of emissions data from specific export industries, starting with tanneries. HR capacity assessment, development of training curriculum, and completion of training for identified technical staff at all levels EPA 2016–2018 0.25 2015 capacity assessment Trained and certified staff, with capacity to operate the ERMC and perform three other key functions of the EPA. Preparation of industry-specific environmental EPA 2016–2017 0.25 None Adoption of standards
quality standards for Punjab Public Sector Environmental Training and Dissemination Project Project Management Unit 2016–2020 0.15 Understanding of PEPA 2012 and its requirements and environmental issues is low among all levels of government departments 1,000 officials of the government of Punjab sensitized, mobilized, and trained on environmental legislation and issues. At least the training shall reach three tiers of departments. Inventory of industrial solid and hazardous waste for the major cities of Punjab EPA 2016–2018 0.20 Rudimentary information available Study leads to further steps of feasibility and project development Prefeasibility study of sanitary landfills for the major cities of Punjab EMC 2016–2018 0.15 Some scanty studies and works available Study leads to further steps of feasibility and project development Prefeasibility study of industrial hazardous management and safe disposal facilities EMC 2017–2019 0.15 Scanty data available Study leads to further steps of feasibility and project development Subtotal for above activities 3.6 Development, adoption, and implementation of SFs for IEs Industry Department, PIEDMC, FIEDMC, PSIC; SIE IE) BOMs in each IE 2017–2020 1.50 Generic SF of all IEs, SFs of SIE and QIE available for replication and implementation All IEs develop SF; 8 major IEs successful in implementing SF; 10% decrease in water consumption; 10% decrease in energy consumption and carbon emissions; zero emissions of heavy metals; 30% solid waste reused and
recycled; and improved occupation, health, and safety performance of industries and estates. CEEP for SMEs located outside IEs Project Management Unit/Cleaner Pro Centers 2017–2020 1.50 Well-tested knowledge, technologies and solutions exist in Pakistan for large and medium leather, textile, sugar, and paper industries In total, 2,000 SMEs engaged and mobilized by the project for CP and energy efficiency solutions. SMEs reduce 5% of energy and carbon emissions and 10% water and resources consumption. Improvement in occupational, health, and safety performance Subtotal 3.0 Development Cost for Two CETPs Industry Department/IE Companies 2016–2023 50.00 Primary treatment for Kasur Tannery Cluster is operational with partial success and only 1% of industrial wastewater is treated The government of Punjab and IEs’ companies reach an agreement for the financing of CETPs. Long term financial mechanism developed and operational for the financing of CETPs in the province. Two additional IEs mobilized for implementation of CETPs under demonstration impact. Subtotal 50.0
Annex 2: Summary of Stakeholder Engagement and Consultations PROGRAM-FOR-RESULTS Punjab Jobs and Competitiveness Environmental and Social Systems Assessment (ESSA) - Consultation Workshop Feedback Sr. No. Comment By Comment Response 1. Sustainable Development Policy Institute Compliance with the regulation has been emphasized in the ESSA. This is a good aspect of the ESSA. Just a comment. OP 9.0 to be attached as an annex to the ESSA. It was agreed that OP 9.0 will be attached as an annex to the ESSA. What will be the sustainability of the program withdrawal of financing? It was explained that the sustainability issue has been considered as the top priority. Only a model which is economically and financially sustainable will be considered under the program. For PPP models, the government will support capital expenditure. To prove their eligibility for government support, private competitors have to demonstrate financial and economic sustainability through feasibility studies. The program focuses on upgrading government systems for sustainable results. User fee models will be used to ensure sustainability. Sustainability of the social side will come from embedding the compliance in the government system. Social units and labor cells will work in close collaboration with the government department and improve compliance. It is possible that while moving forward, IEs will retain these cells. These cells will galvanize government institutions to be work better. Program should not focus only on export-led industry but all industries in Punjab. It was explained that the program is focusing on all industries in IEs. How CETPs will be sustainable after the completion of financing period. A serious commitment from the stakeholders is required. It was elaborated that sustainable models will be used for operations of CETPs such as the user fee models. In addition, the sustainability has to be demonstrated by the competitors through feasibility studies. The ESSA mentions environmental SFs but these have not been attached. It was agreed that information will be included in the ESSA.
protection of the environment. The act was amended in 2012 under the 18th amendment which gives legislative power related to environment and ecology to the provincial governments from the federal government. The provinces are required to enact their own legislation for environmental protection. Other minor amendments include increasing the penalty cost for violations. Other legal instruments related to the environment and social assessment are as listed below: Pak-EPA Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000 EIA procedures by EPA including: Guidelines for preparation and review of environmental reports Guidelines for public consultation Sectoral guidelines for IEs GRM setup; and (e) implement the public communication strategy. 1.2. Incorporate recognized elements of environmental and social assessment good practice, including the following: 1.2a Early screening of potential effects A screening process is in based on provisions in Schedule I and II of Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000. Schedule I lists the projects requiring the IEE and Schedule II lists the projects requiring the EIA based on thresholds specified in terms of type of project, cost, capacity, location, and so on. The guidelines for preparation and review of the EIA report specifies the scoping of important issues at an early stage. The guidelines specify scoping as “Scoping is a vital early step, which identifies the issues that are likely to be important during the environmental assessment and eliminates those that are not.” The identification of important issues includes the social and economic aspects based on the definition of the environment. Although the list of subprojects allows for screening of projects that can be key national works, there are no clear guidelines for screening with reference to the social aspects. The program should include a simple social screening criteria for the projects under the program. All projects will need to be screened at an early stage of project preparation.