Phase 2 - Project Preparation and Assessment.

Scoping and alternatives analysis (including community inputs). Risk identification and design response. Baseline data collection and analysis. Draft ESIA/ESMP prepared as appropriate.

Commencement of project management activities (including coverage of environmental and social management activities). Preparation of pre-feasibility, including initial project preparation and assessment.

Consultant, counterpart, development partner

Consultation of owners or other stakeholders regarding site accessibility, potential impacts on land and resources, and possible mitigation options. If needed, land acquisition plan or framework for project with undetermined sub-projects devised.

SEP disclosed. ESIA report (and any other necessary safeguards plans or frameworks) publicly disclosed.

Identification of GRM for project and incorporation into consultations and assessment documents GRM identified in the SEP.

Community/ stakeholder contribution to the design process, key environmental and social risks. Preparation of stakeholder engagement plan (SEP).

Scoping and alternatives analysis informing project design. ESIA process (including ESMP) and framework for multi-project program.

Commencement of project management activities (including coverage of environmental and social management activities). Preparation of pre-feasibility, including initial project preparation and assessment, including terms of reference (TOR) for design and supervision specialists and contractor.