Analysis of Potential Environmental Impact Component 1: Cost-share grants to MSMEs, cooperatives, service/information/extension providers and associations Defined/Illustrative Activities Potential Impacts Potential Climate Risk Climate Risk Rating Opportunities for Climate Resiliency 1.1 Implementation of Cost-share grants to MSMEs, cooperatives, service/information/extension providers and associations Potential impacts of grant supported activities on land, water, air and human health. In Georgia, the projected increase in temperature and decrease in precipitation, along with the projected increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, will impact the agriculture sector by causing erosion, desertification, and a general degradation of agricultural land; reducing the availability of water; and causing severe damage to crops from high winds, floods, droughts, and other severe weather. Low Encourage farmers to take advantage of changes in temperature or precipitation that will extend the growing season and allow for additional harvests. Increase training and investment in more sustainable agricultural practices. Encourage adoption of innovations in food processing, packaging, transport, and storage. Component 2: Technical assistance to SMEs, cooperatives, service/information/extension providers and associations Defined/Illustrative Activities Potential Impacts Potential Climate Risk Climate Risk Rating Opportunities for Climate Resiliency Assist with developing and or updating business plans, financial plans, and/or market assessments No adverse impacts are likely In Georgia, the projected increase in temperature and decrease in precipitation, along with the projected increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, will impact the agriculture sector by causing erosion, desertification, and a general degradation of agricultural land; reducing the availability of water; and causing severe damage to crops from high winds, floods, droughts, and other Low Encourage farmers to take advantage of changes in temperature or precipitation that will extend the growing season and allow for additional harvests. Increase training and investment in more sustainable agricultural practices, such as water conservation, prevention
severe weather. of soil erosion, increased use of natural soil amendments such as compost and manure. Encourage adoption of innovations in food processing, packaging, transport, and storage. Train producers and MSMEs on business management and operation practices and skills No adverse impacts are likely Same as above Low Same as above Train MSME on operation and maintenance of equipment and/or facilities No adverse impacts are likely Same as above Low Same as above Facilitate the development and capacity building of business/sector associations (e.g., working with grant recipients to form industry or sector specific associations) No adverse impacts are likely Same as above Low Same as above Train service and information providers on topics such as teaching methods, farmer outreach models, and technical skills and knowledge Technical support for certain agricultural activities can have potential impacts land, water, air and human health. Same as above Low Same as above Provide technical training to farmers on production, harvesting and post-harvest techniques and practices Technical support for certain agricultural activities can have potential impacts land, water, air and human health Same as above Low Same as above Assist with developing business relationships and addressing requirements of financial institutions to obtain capital for further growth or No adverse impacts are likely Same as above Low Same as above
Annex A. Climate Risk Screening and Management Tool for Activity/Project/Strategy Design 1.1: Defined or Anticipated Tasks or Interventions* 1.2: 1.3: 2: Climate Risks* 3: Adaptive Capacity 4: Climate Risk Rating* [Enter rating for each risk: High, Moderate, or Low] 5: Opportunities* 6.1: Climate Risk Management Options 6.2: How Climate Risks Are Addressed in the Activity* 7: Next Steps for Activity 8: Climate Risks* Cost-share grants to MSMEs, cooperatives, providers and associations next 0-5 years The projects will be across the country. In 2017-2050: The average annual air temperature throughout Georgia will increase by 1.3 C to 1.6 C, the number of summer days (above 25°C) will increase; the absolute minimum air temperature by 1 C is probable in the mountain zone, the overall tendency is for an increase. The number of frost days is decreasing The climate is likely changing in the way that it may have effect on professionals to be trained under these programs. The training services supported with this activity will be provided inside the buildings. Climate is likely changing in the way that it may have some moderate effect on the buildings and services supported Low Encourage farmers to take advantage of changes in temperature or precipitation that will extend the growing season and allow for additional harvests. Increase training and While the services are provided the implementer should be mindful to gather any information related to climate change, if applicable. Choose training venues that would be less The Activity works with the Ministry of Agriculture to disseminate information about best techniques for integrated pest management. incorporate climate change vulnerability findings and projections into the outreach and training information None
throughout Georgia. The annual number of hot days will increase about 2.5 times. The percentage change of annual total precipitation is within a range from an 11% decrease to an 8% increase. A number of days of heavy rain will increase by 2 to 5 days; a decrease is more observable in the southeast, also in Adjara and a large part of Imereti; and an increase will take place in mountain regions, mostly within the Greater Caucasus. with this activity, namely, higher temperatures may increase a need for air conditioning of services; and an increased risk of natural disasters as a result of precipitation change in mountainous areas could require evacuation plans. The disabled population served in these services is more sensitive towards higher temperatures, and natural disasters investment in more sustainable agricultural practices, such as water conservation, prevention of soil erosion, increased use of natural soil amendments such as compost and manure. Encourage adoption of innovations in food processing, packaging, transport, and storage. impacted by inclement weather and to check the local weather conditions before the training dates to plan for bad weather and a back-up plan. Technical assistance to SMEs, cooperatives, providers and associations Low The Activity works with the Ministry of Agriculture to disseminate information about best techniques for integrated pest management. incorporate climate change vulnerability findings and projections into the outreach and training information None Next step: Timeframe Next step: Geog. Next step: Climate Risks Next step: Adaptive Capacity Next step: Risk Rating Next step: Opps. Next step: Risk Mgmt. Options Next step: Selected Options Next step: Next Steps Next step: Accepted Risks
Determination as one of the threshold determinations, the IEE needs to be amended. 4. Activity Cancellation: The activity poses significant and unmitigable adverse environmental effects. Adequate ERC/EMMPs cannot be developed to eliminate these effects and alternatives are not feasible. The project is not recommended for funding. *Note regarding applicability related to Pesticides (216.2(e): The exemptions of §216.2(b)(l) and the categorical exclusions of §216.2(c)(2) such as technical assistance, education, and training are not applicable to assistance for the procurement or use of pesticides. EMMPs (Using the format provided belowlist the processes that comprise the activity, then for each, identify impacts requiring further consideration, and for each impact describe the mitigation and monitoring measures that will be implemented to avoid or adequately minimize the impacts. All environment, health, and safety impacts requiring further consideration, which were identified in Section F., should be addressed) Activity-specific environmental mitigation plan (Upon request, the MEO may be able to provide your project with example EMMPs that are specific to your activity.) Processes Identified Environmental Impacts Do the Impacts Require Further Consideration? Mitigation Measures Monitoring Indicators List all the processes that comprise the activity(s) (e.g. asbestos roof removal, installation of toilets, remove and replace flooring) A line should be included for each process. A single process may have several potential a separate line for each. For each impact, indícate Yes or No; if No, provide justification, e.g.,: (1) There are no applicable legal requirements including permits or reporting and (2) There is no relevant community concern and (3) Pollution prevention is not feasible or practical and (4) Does not pose a risk because of low severity, frequency, or duration For each impact requiring further consideration, describe the mitigation measures that will avoid or adequately minimize the impact. (If mitigation measures are in the IEE, quote directly from IEE.) Specify indicators to (1) determine if mitigation is in place and (2) successful. For example, visual inspections for seepage around pit latrine; sedimentation at stream crossings, etc.) Activity-specific monitoring plan