• Structured 5-day professional program
  • Coverage of environmental and social assessment methodologies
  • Practical tools for impact identification, evaluation, and mitigation
  • Focus on regulatory compliance and international best practices
  • Stakeholder engagement and community consultation techniques
  • Real-world case studies and exercises

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the principles and importance of ESIA
• Identify environmental and social impacts of projects
• Apply internationally recognized assessment methodologies
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and engagement
• Develop mitigation and management strategies
• Prepare ESIA reports that meet regulatory and best practice standards
• Support sustainable project planning and decision-making

This course is intended for:
• Environmental and Sustainability Professionals
• HSE and Compliance Managers
• Project and Planning Engineers
• Community Engagement and Social Development Officers
• Consultants and Auditors in Environmental and Social Management
• Government and Regulatory Professionals

Day 1: Introduction to ESIA

• Overview of environmental and social impacts
• Purpose and legal/regulatory framework
• Key principles and guidelines (IFC, World Bank, ISO standards)
• ESIA process stages
• Case studies of ESIA in practice

Day 2: Environmental Impact Assessment

• Identifying potential environmental impacts
• Baseline data collection and analysis
• Impact prediction and evaluation methodologies
• Mitigation measures for air, water, soil, biodiversity, and ecosystems
• Practical exercises in environmental assessment

Day 3: Social Impact Assessment

• Identifying potential social impacts 
• Stakeholder mapping and engagement
• Assessment of cultural, economic, and health impacts
• Mitigation and management strategies
• Social baseline data collection and analysis

Day 4: Reporting & Communication

• Structuring an ESIA report
• Regulatory compliance and submission requirements
• Visual tools for reporting impacts
• Effective communication with stakeholders
• Review of sample ESIA reports and lessons learned

Day 5: Mitigation, Monitoring & Best Practices

• Developing environmental and social management plans (ESMP)
• Monitoring and auditing compliance
• Continuous improvement and adaptive management
• Case studies of successful impact mitigation
• Course review and key takeaways

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.