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Environmental and Social Performance Report August 2011

IND: Mundra Ultra Mega Power Project

Prepared by SENES Consultants India Pvt Ltd.

Quarterly Environment & Social Performance Report – Tata Ultra Mega Coal Fired Power Plant, Mundra

Period: April to June 2011

Submitted to: Coastal Gujarat Power Ltd (CGPL)

Prepared by: SENES Consultants India Pvt Ltd.

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Background ............................................................................................................................. 1

1.2 Objective ................................................................................................................................. 1

1.3 Project Status .......................................................................................................................... 2

2 Environmental & Social Management ............................................................................... 2

2.1 ESPR Preparer ........................................................................................................................ 2

2.2 Environmental Management Plan (EMP) & Social Management Plan (SMP)

Implementation ................................................................................................................................... 3

3 Compliance with CGPL Environmental & Social Requirements ...................................... 3

3.1 Environmental Aspects ........................................................................................................... 3

3.2 Social Management ................................................................................................................. 5

4 Health & Safety .................................................................................................................. 6

4.1 Health & Safety Management ................................................................................................. 7

4.2 Safety Performance ................................................................................................................. 8

List of Annexure

Annexure 1: Persons Interviewed ...................................................................................................... 11

Quarterly Environmental & Social Performance Report – CGPL Power Plant, Mundra

August 2011 1 SENES

QUARTERLY ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL PERFORMANCE

REPORT

(ESPR)

Reporting Period: April to June 2011

Site visit date: 27th – 29th July 2011

1 Introduction

1.1 Background

Coastal Gujarat Power Limited (CGPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Tata Power

Company Limited will build, own and operate an ultra mega power plant at Mundra in

Gujarat. The project includes five supercritical units of 800 MW each, with total capacity of

4000 MW. The plant will use 12 Million Metric Ton Per Annum (MMTPA) of imported coal

as fuel, and sea water for once through cooling of condensers. Power will be evacuated

through six 400 KV power lines to benefits the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Punjab,

Haryana and Rajasthan.

The project has started in September, 2007 with the targeted commercial operation of the first

unit is February, 2011 and that of the fifth unit in June, 2012. CGPL has sought financial

loans from several international banks including the International Finance Corporation (IFC)

and Asian Development Bank (ADB). As per the common term schedule to loan agreement

between CGPL and the Lenders; Tata Power has entrusted SENES Consultants to carry out

Environment Health Safety and Social (EHSS) compliance audits on a quarterly and annual

basis during the construction period.

1.2 Objective

The purpose of this Quarterly Environmental & Social Performance Report (ESPR) is to

report on CGPL’s compliance with the Environmental and Social Performance Requirements

of IFC/ADB (including implementation of the Environmental Management Plan and the

Social Management Plan) and to asses any corrective actions implemented/proposed. The

ESPR encompasses implementation by CGPL of all phases of the Project. It includes:

Contact information for responsible individuals

Compliance by CGPL with environmental and social requirements for the Project

Environmental and social aspects of the Project under implementation

Occupational health and safety performance and significant incidents

Sustainable development initiatives and community relations


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1.3 Project Status

The actual progress for the month has been 2.01% against an early schedule of 0.93% & late

schedule of 2.17%. Overall actual progress stands 84.74% against an early schedule of

97.38% and late schedule of 87.85%. Major engineering is completed and all packages

awarded with materials’ delivery continuing. Major accomplishments for the month includes

Unit#10 & Common - On 29/06/11, Unit along with related BOP made ready for

synchronization; Communication link between Site & WRLDC, Mumbai established on

06/07/11. Unit#20 - CCCW system commissioned on 16/06/11; BFP solo run & CEP-20B

load run completed on 27/06/11 & 09/07/11 respectively; Turbine put on turning gear on

29/06/11; Boiler FD & ID fan no-load trial completed on 30/06/11 and 02/07/11 respectively;

Deaerator and condenser box-up completed on 05/07/11 & 09/07/11 respectively. Unit#30 -

condenser shells alignment completed on 22/06/11; turbine HP/IP rotor coupling completed

on 25/06/11; ESP air leak test completed on 30/06/11; Unit#40 - boiler hydrotest completed

on 23/06/11; HP heater 7A/B & 8B aligned and release for piping on 23/06/11; CCCW

pumps alignment completed on 27/06/11; Unit#50 - Boiler bottom ring header erected on

07/07/11.

CW System – After repairing of CW discharge valves, CW pumps restarted on 14/06/11.

Coal handling system - 300000 tons coal unloaded at ECHS stack yard and 6,000 tons coal

transferred from W-port to plant coal stack yard. Ash handling system - Bottom ash system

& fly ash system are ready for Unit synchronization; Bottom ash slurry disposal system up to

ash pond completed on 29/06/11. Transformer Yard - All transformer testing completed for

Unit#1 and is ready for commissioning. 400 KV switchyard made ready for back charging on

28/06/11 for Unit#1. Chimney-1 erection of 2nd flue erected with CEMS is ready for

commissioning. Chimney-2 Fabrication of flue cans and flue can lifting structure is in

progress, Flue can erection for Unit#30 & 50 in progress with 09 out of 48 cans lifted to

position for each Units. External linkages - 3 charter party contracts signed for supply of

coal with 2 super capes vessels delivered to Trust Energy by M/s STX, Korea; power

evacuation work in progress by PGCIL along Mundra – Bhachau – Vadavi, Mundra –

Surajbari – Limbdi, Mundra - Surajbari – Jetpur and Gandhar – Navsari transmission routes.

2 Environmental & Social Management

2.1 ESPR Preparer

Report prepared by: SENES Consultants India Pvt. Ltd.

Telephone: 022-27576298 / 32986995

E-mail: [email protected]

Signature:

Report Date: August 2011


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2.2 Environmental Management Plan (EMP) & Social Management Plan (SMP)

Implementation

The following groups of the Tata Power Corporate Office and CGPL’s on-site team are responsible

for EMP and SMP implementation:

Tata Power Corporate Office : Sustainability & SHE Group; HR - Land Acquisition, R&R,

CSR

On-site team at Mundra: Safety & Environment; HR – Labour & Health; CSR

The list of individuals contacted during the site visit is given in Annexure 1.

3 Compliance with CGPL Environmental & Social Requirements

This section describes current compliance of the project with IFC/ADB’s environmental &

social policies and guidelines, Environmental & Social Management Plans and presents the

key environmental & social performance indicators. The current project activities have been

assessed with respect to observations and comments offered in the last audit.

3.1 Environmental Aspects

CGPL continues to demonstrate

appreciable efforts in green belt

development with 34500 nos. saplings

being planted till date with additional

15500 saplings being planned for

plantation for the financial year 2011-12.

Further CGPL has also demonstrated

successful implementation of its eco-

restoration initiative of utilizing the

treated waste water from STP in

development of “man-made ponds”

(Photo 1). Presently these artificial ponds

were observed to be serving as nesting

and foraging grounds for both indigenous

and migratory birds.

The “Mangrove Afforestation Program” undertaken by CGPL in collaboration with Gujarat

Ecological Commission (GEC) and Kantiyajal Tavar Vikas Samiti (KTVS) during Oct’10

has been effectively implemented in nearly about 500 ha land in the coastal village of

Kantiyajal, Bharuch district. Nearly about 600000 nos. saplings of Avicennia sp

encompassing 300 ha of land have been planted by KTVS with a reported survival rate of

75%. The remaining 200 ha area is characterized by Ceriops sp plantation undertaken during

Apr-May’11.

Photo 1:Green Belt Area with Natural Pond


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Review of water sourcing records maintained at the CGPL labor camp office revealed the

daily consumption of approx 550KLD of ground water primarily to meet potable and

domestic water requirements of the camp residents. Irregular supply of water under

“Narmada Water Supply Scheme” has lead to such continued withdrawal/consumption of

ground water. In this regard CGPL need to ensure the scheduled operation of Desalination

Plant already being commissioned. Further necessary efforts need to be made by CGPL to

secure approval of the Rain Water Harvesting Plan from CGWB on a fast tract basis.

Adequate efforts need to be made by CGPL towards improvement of STP performance

through use of anti-foaming agent (such as mineral oil) during sewage treatment and proper

recording of pH values being monitored at both STP inlet and outlet. Further provision for

installation of a meter at STP outlet to be made in order record daily volume of treated

sewage being generated thereby serving as an indicator to monitor STP performance.

The storage containers of chemicals used

in the STP operation were found to lack

proper labeling with MSDS of such

chemicals also being unavailable (Photo

2). The contractor personnel involved in

storage and handling of such chemicals

lacked necessary awareness on the

potential health and safety risks of such

operational activities. Efforts need to be

made by CGPL towards proper labeling

of chemical containers and provision of

MSDS in local language at the chemical

storage area. Additionally it is

recommended that job specific training

programs are implemented by CGPL for such worker group to enhance their awareness with

respect to chemical storage and handling risks.

Review of the environmental monitoring reports for Apr-June’11 revealed high particulate

matter (SPM > 400µg/m3; RPM >150 µg/m

3) concentration and noise levels at the project

villages in comparison to the national ambient air and noise quality standards specified for

such pollutants. Further community grievances with respect to health related discomforts

from coal dust and noise have also been reported from Vandh village during test run of the

coal conveyor. The vulnerability of Vandh village to such impacts can be attributed to its

location with respect to CGPL and Adani coal conveyors. Taking into account the aforesaid

facts it is likely that community grievances may get aggravated during project operations;

hence it is recommended that CGPL carries out a rapid cumulative assessment study based on

the baseline dust and noise levels so that supplementary mitigation measures can be evaluated

and implemented at an early stage.

As recommended in the Jan-Mar’11 quarterly audit report the development of Environmental

Action Plan and Coastal Biodiversity Management Plan is still pending. The Environmental

Photo 2:Chemicals stored without proper labeling and

MSDS at STP area


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Action Plan will be prepared to identify deviations observed in the ambient environmental

quality while the formulation of Coastal Biodiversity Management Plan is to be based on the

Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) survey on marine and coastal biodiversity near the

outfall channel.

3.2 Social Management

Review of documents made available by CGPL including those available in public domain

reveals that the main activities under CSR UMPP have been undertaken and a few are in

process. Although planned activities are being put to successful implementation by CGPL

however to ensure the proper implementation of Resettlement Plan (RP) and the Local Hiring

and Purchase Plan proactive efforts need to be made by CGPL as recommended:

Land sellers/land losers/PAF list to be finalized as the basis for extending entitlements

and monitoring the socio economic conditions of the PAPs. This list should have been

a part of the socio baseline report or the PAPs household survey report. As the list is

not included in either of the reports (household survey and needs assessment study

and Baseline-SIA), an effort must be made to prepare and finalize the list.

The PAF/PAP list database needs to be linked to the HR requirements to enable

selection of candidates from the PAPs list for extending employment, contractual

work etc before recruiting from the open market .

Based on the PAPs list entitlement matrix as suggested under the RP to be worked out

for each family/person. As benefits are given this also need to be updated to ensure

that all families are covered as per the entitlements extended.

A supplementary list also needs to be prepared for families indirectly affected from

loss of common property resources and private & government land, encroachers and

vulnerable groups. Specific services such as health, education, pension (if unable or

incapable of work) etc including focused CSR activities also need to be extended to

the aforesaid groups

Strongly recommend planning of CSR activities in close coordination with village

communities in order to finalize on the community demands and to maintain

transparency in the planning and implementation of CSR activities for each village.

The RP suggests a mechanism for GRC at two levels. This can be implemented and

institutionalized and strengthened or modified in the operation phase. Although

currently there exists a mechanism, it needs to be institutionalized to ensure effective

implementation of the grievance management system. A document should be

prepared on current functioning and delegation of responsibilities to address

grievances, along with a consolidated statement of action taken, closure, responsible

officer & department and timeline for resolving grievances received in the last two

years. With documentation of grievances it will be possible to locate, predict and to

address individual and group grievances in an more effective and preventive manner.


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Each of the past and current (with a continuation of the same for future) development

projects undertaken as part of CSR, should be documented in the form of a complete

report. The reports should also include photographs and handing over of the project to

the Panchayat or the applicable group.

Mechanism needs to be established for monitoring, motivating and evaluating

effectiveness of implementation of activities by NGO. The mechanism should also

bring in more clarity to differentiate the role of NGO and the ground level CSR staff,

as there is an obvious overlap of roles especially with respect to dealing with the

intended beneficiaries. While the current roles of the staff are more towards carrying

out or conducting activities some additional inputs from the staff on specific

requirements of programs or individuals need to be captured. For example, under the

Guashala/animal husbandry program additional inputs regarding stall feeding, diary

development, by products that can be used as fodder, supplementary nutrition for

cattle to increase milk production, biogas to meet part of the fuel or energy

requirements of families, etc.

Activities and training programs should be reinitiated soon, especially for the women

in villages (Tunda, Vandh, Mota Kandagara). This must be done on a priority basis to

prevent any creation of communication gap between communities and CGPL. Further

the concept of revolving fund for SHGs needs to be introduced.

As CGPL has already invested in a cricket ground and stadium it should also initiate

organization of:

o Youth/sports Clubs for adolescent boys and youth in the villages

o Programmes at the School levels on cultural, sports and arts and crafts.

SENES needs regular (monthly) updating on progress of several key social conflicts

presently being worked upon by CGPL, such as those relating to livelihood of

fishermen, their access inconveniences / concerns, the issue on Tunda – Vandh road

diversion, and discontent expressed by the villagers against the NGO deployed.

4 Health & Safety

CGPL has adopted the health and safety system (with guidance form Dupont) that includes

well defined performance standards, procedures and guidelines (HIRA, SCAR, etc), safety

awareness programs (Safety Time Out) and key performance indicators (e.g. lost time

incidents, severity rate, near miss etc.), which are used to track compliance with Health and

Safety (H&S) targets. Specific health and safety plans and onsite emergency plan have been

developed & augmented on regular basis by CGPL and communicated to contractors. The

plans outline the policies and strategies, the organization, resources and documentation

required, the HS risk management principles, and reporting requirements.


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4.1 Health & Safety Management

With the augmentation in safety staffing by CGPL, proper implementation of specific plan

and procedures, communication between the contractor workers, safety training and

awareness, incident reporting, visual aids etc the onsite Health & Safety Management of

CGPL continues to demonstrate considerable improvement. In this regard appreciable

initiatives has been taken by CGPL towards improvement of onsite safety performance

through implementation of “SIAT” program and initiating operational safety risk management

planning during the transition stage itself. Further an e-permit system is planned to be

implemented by CGPL to ensure workplace safety during operations and is to be driven

primarily by “Shift-in-Charges”.

Positive behavioural change demonstrated by line managers regarding efficient reporting of

safety related non-compliances and incidents. However with critical construction phase

operations viz. heavy material lifting, work at height etc gradually reaching completion

adequate care need to be taken by CGPL to monitor the contractor HSE supervisors and site

engineers against any possible compromising mindset/attitude shown towards enforcement of

workplace safety.

CGPL medical support/services is being augmented through setting up of an occupational

health centre with 24 X 7 emergency care provisions and procurement of a fully equipped

ambulance. Additionally a medical centre is planned to be set up at the township presently

being developed for CGPL onsite personnel.Appreciable efforts made by the CGPL Medical

Team towards enhancing worker awareness through development and implementation of a

“Medical Induction Program” on personal hygiene, seasonal diseases, first aid benefits etc.

Further a format is in the process of being prepared in both English and Hindi to record

patient’s feedback on the adequacy of medical support services being provided by CGPL.

However it is recommended that procurement of specific software to maintain medical

records, assist in diagnosis and treatment, and quick retrieval medical history data/records is

expedited.

Presently grievances/suggestions of approx 5500 nos. workers residing in the labor camps is

being attended by a dedicated CGPL personnel in charge of camp supervision. However

CGPL need to device a process/mechanism to cater to the grievances related to basic labor

requirements of the workforce residing outside the project boundary.


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4.2 Safety Performance

The health and safety performance of the project monitored with respect to safety

performance indicators for the period April-June 2011 is presented in the Table-1 below.

Table 1: Safety Performance Indicator Status (Apr to June 2011)

Sl.No Performance Indicators Reporting Period

Apr-11 May-11 June-11

1 Induction Training Attendees 2875 3392 4217

2 LTIs 1 0 1

3 First Aid Cases 147 108 145

4 Medical Treatment Cases (MTC) 1 2 2

5 Safe Man Hours Worked till last fatality/LWDC 1995148 3761196 250240

6 Total Person Hours Worked 3719608 3761196 3386776

7 LTI Frequency Rate 0.27 0.00 0.28

8 Severity Index 2.84 3.30 3.12

9 Fire Cases 9 3 6

10 Near Misses 63 42 67

11 Fatality 0 0 0


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Table 2: Safety Action Plan

Sl.No. Items Targets Apr May Jun

Tar Act Tar Act Tar Act

1 Safety Sub-Committee meeting (Dates)

a) CSC 12 1 1 1 1 1 1

b) Incident Investigation 12 1 1 1 1 1 1

c) Contractor Safety management 12 1 1 1 1 1 1

2 STOP Observation

a) Nos. of observers 98

b) Nos. of observations 392 392 392 392 392 348 350

3 C F S A (as applicable) 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

4 HIRA / JSA (as applicable to SBU)

a) New

25

22

15

b) Review in 5 working days

16

14

10

5 Site Specific safety Procedures As and when

a) New additions

b) Review / Updation of existing procedures

6 External / Statutory audits -Safety Audit(as applicable to SBU) 1 in Year

7 Emergency Preparedness drill 12 1 1 1 1 1 1

a) Scenerio / periodicity

8 Audits plan by site safety officers- 1 in year

( System Audit) -For major contractors

(Cross function team to be made- )

9 Safety inspections schedule - ( By safety stewards) 4 Inspection/ month

a) Lifting equipment & accessories -6 monthly

b) Housekeeping

1 1

c) PPE usage -(PPE Inspection - Safety harness,helmet ) 1 1 1 1 1 1

d) Handtools- Power tools- 1 1 1 1 1 1

e) Access & work platform- NA 1 1 1 1 1 1

f) Pressure vessels & gas cylinders - NA

g) Portable electrical equipment- (Welding and cutting - Quaterly 1 1 1 1 1 1

h) Fire fighting equipment ( Fixed Systems/ Fire extinguishers) 1 1 1 1 1 1

i) Fire alarm system


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Sl.No. Items Targets Apr May Jun

Tar Act Tar Act Tar Act

j) Fire exits, escape routes marking. Office area.

k) Buildings, plant structures NA

l) Plant lighting

(m) Safety signages -

(n) Conveyors NA

(o) Moving machinery NA

Vehicle Inspection - 1 1 1 1 1 1

10 "On-The-Job" Safety events

a) Environment day celebration- 1

b) Electrical Safety week 1

c) Housekeeping week 1

d) Road safety week- 1

e) Safety week celebration HSE department -Mar 2012 1

f) Fire awareness week 1 1 1

11 "Off-The-Job" Safety events 3

a) Home safety- 1

b) Defensive driving-(Traffic safety awarness) 1

c) Environment & Hygiene 1

d) Electrical Safety


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Annexure 1: Persons Interviewed

Sl. No. Name Position

CGPL

1 Mr. Vinay Mittal Site In charge

2 Mr. Sanjeev Gupta Associate Group Head -Finance

3 Mr. Ramesh K Dhawan Chief – SHE

4 Mr. Himanshu Shrivastav Member, HR

6 Mr. Pradeep Ghosal Associate Group Head – CSR

7 Mr. Saurab Sharma CSR Personnel

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