Summary:
This session briefs the workshop and its agenda, introduces us to each other, and establishes expectations. Specific elements of the session are:
- Overview of training objectives, learning approach, agenda and materials
- Participant and facilitator introductions
- Solicit expectations
- Address logistical considerations
- Create a “Parking Lot”
This workshop will provide intensive training in: (1) compliance with USAID’s environmental procedures in project implementation, and (2) in the objectives of these procedures: environmentally sound design and management (ESDM) of USAID-funded activities.
Overall Goal: The overall goal of the workshop is to strengthen environmentally sound design and management of USAID-funded activities in Tanzania by assuring that participants have the motivation, knowledge and skills necessary to (1) achieve environmental compliance in project implementation, and (2) otherwise integrate environmental considerations in activity design and management to improve overall project acceptance and sustainability.
Workshop Materials and Resources
The materials listed below are the materials that will be used and distributed. Additional materials may be added to the workshop homepage as they become available.
- Agenda (PDF 333 KB)
- Session Summary (PDF 154 KB)
Session 2a & b: Environmentally Sound Design & Management (ESDM) as a Foundation for Environmental Compliance
- Session Summary (PDF 118KB)
- Environmentally Sound Design & Management: A Foundation for Environmental Compliance (PDF 869 KB)
- Environmental, Social and Cultural Issues Affecting ESDM In the East Africa Region and Tanzania (PDF 722 KB)
Session 3: Fundamental Skills of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Session Summary (PDF 158 KB)
- Fundamental Skills of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) (PDF 1 MB)
Session 4: Skill‐Building in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Session Summary (PDF 126 KB)
Session 5:Environmental Impact Assessment and USAID Environmental Procedures: the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Beyond
- Session Summary (PDF 166 KB)
- EIA and “USAID Environmental Procedures”:the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Beyond (PDF 452 KB)
Session 6: Principles of Environmental Monitoring
- Session Summary (PDF 148 KB)
- Principles of Environmental Monitoring (PDF 877 KB)
Session 7:The Environmental Mitigation and Monitoring Plan (EMMP)
- Session Summary (PDF 152 KB)
- Environmental Mitigation & Monitoring Plans (PDF 738 KB)
- Example IEE for EMMP: Direct healthcare service delivery (PDF 131 KB)
- EMMP Factsheet (PDF 297 KB)
- EMMP Template (PDF 70 KB)
Session 8: Introduction to the USAID Sector Environmental Guidelines (SEGs) and Related Resources
- Session Summary (PDF 146 KB)
- Resources (PDF 403 KB)
- GEMS II Factsheet (PDF 334 KB)
Session 9: EMMP Skill‐Building Exercise
- Session Summary (PDF 156 KB)
Session 10: Environmental Compliance Reporting
- Session Summary (PDF 158 KB)
- Environmental Compliance Reporting (PDF 448 KB)
Session 11: Special Topic: WASH & Water Supply Activities
- Session Summary (PDF 112 KB)
- WASH and Water Supply Activities (PDF 1.3 MB)
Session 12: Special Topic: Pesticide Use in USAID Activities
- Session Summary (PDF 112 KB)
- Pesticides in USAID Projects: Environmental Requirements and Considerations (PDF 716 KB)
Session 13: Special Topic: Medical Waste Management
- Special Topic Presentation: Medical Waste Management (PDF 499 KB)
Session 14: Special Topic: ESDM for Construction Activities
- Session Summary (PDF 122 KB)
- Special Topic Presentation: Construction Activities (PDF 1 MB)
Session 15: Environmental Compliance/ESDM Knowledge Game
- Session Summary (PDF 156 KB)
Session 16: MEO/REA Informational Session
Session 17: Roles, Responsibilities and Resources
- Session Summary (PDF 151 KB)
- Roles, Responsibilities & Resources (PDF 1 MB)
Session 18: Resolving the “Parking Lot”
- Session Summary (PDF 125 KB)
Session 19: Environmental Priorities for USAID Activities in Tanzania + Bringing Curricula to Reality
- Session Summary (PDF 246 KB)
Session 20: Workshop Evaluation
- Session Summary (PDF 168 KB)