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Terrestrial Ecology section of the EIA for the proposed desalination plant at Mile 6

Terrestrial Ecology section of the EIA for the proposed desalination plant at Mile 6. Presented by: Dr. Juliane Zeidler Reagan Chunga Integrated Environmental Consultants Namibia (IECN) 04 February 2009. Background. Coast: unique biodiversity, of global significance

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Terrestrial Ecology section of the EIA for the proposed desalination plant at Mile 6

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  1. Terrestrial Ecology section of the EIA for the proposed desalination plant at Mile 6 Presented by: Dr. JulianeZeidler Reagan Chunga Integrated Environmental Consultants Namibia (IECN) 04 February 2009

  2. Background • Coast: unique biodiversity, of global significance • Many endemic animals, breeding bird colonies, specialised fog-dependent lichens & vegetation, succulent flora, reptiles etc. • Around 1,6 million birds belonging to 73 species regularly occur along the coastline; up to 770 birds per km of beach • SEA calls for no developments; cumulative effects to be considered • The construction and operation of desalination plant and supporting infrastructure will negatively affect on the terrestrial ecology

  3. Envisaged main Terrestrial Ecological issues • Key issue 1: Site selection and extent of operation; industrial processes • Key issue 2: Biodiversity conservation, esp. endemics • Key issue 3: Sustainability of ecosystem services

  4. Methodology • Site visit and field assessment of proposed sites/area for all infrastructure to be developed • Focal walks • Transects (as appropriate/necessary) • Mapping – if required • Review of relevant documentation • Focal interviews (Rod Braby, Dr. JohHenschel) • Prepare draft report • Revisions based on reviews • Potentially follow-up site visits

  5. Further information required • Full extend and location of infrastructure • Final operations (e.g. braine disposal) – potential compounded and associated impacts Overall issue: • Cumulative effects should be considered for all developments (SEA)

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