Zambia - Education Enhancement Project : Additional Financing - Environmental and Social Management Framework

Overview & Synopsis

The objective of the Additional Financing of the Education Enhancement Project is to improve the quality of teaching and learning conditions in targeted primary and secondary schools, and to increase access to secondary education for girls in Zambia. Negative impacts include: soil erosion and degradation, air pollution from dust and vehicle emissions, and noise/vibration from machinery. loss of vegetation and animal habitats from land clearing. risk of involuntary resettlement (physical or economic displacement). labor influx risks, including increased exposure to HIV/AIDS and STIs in surrounding communities. occupational health and safety (OHS) risks for workers and community safety risks around open excavation sites. Mitigation measures include: Stockpiling topsoil for reuse and re-planting vegetation after construction. Siting boreholes at recommended distances from latrines and septic tanks to prevent contamination. Implementing a dedicated E-waste Management Plan and using licensed hazardous waste contractors for laboratory chemicals. Ensuring incinerators meet ZEMA air emission standards.