Executive - Summary-Reclamation Project PDF

Proposed 148-Hectare Manila Goldcoast Reclamation Project
Along Coast of the City of Manila
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
ES.1.0 Project Fact Sheet (PD Summary)
ES.1.1 Project Title and Basic Project Information
ITEM Project Information

Name of Project Proposed 148-Hectare Manila Goldcoast Reclamation Project
Location Along Coast of the City Manila
Nature of Project Reclamation: ECP in an ECA
Classification D.1. Major Reclamation Project 50 hectares
Size/Scale 148 Hectares, more or less
Status of ECC ECC being currently applied for
ES.1.2 Project Proponent/EIA Preparer

ITEM Project Information
Project Proponent Manila Goldcoast Development Corporation (MGDC)
Principal Office Solar Century Tower, Tordesillas cor. Dela Costa Sts., Makati City
Telephone Number (+632)813.7000 local 305
Email address manilagoldcoast@gmail.com
Responsible Officer Simeon C. Laguna, Jr., Vice President
EIA Preparer Technotrix Consultancy Services, Inc.
Contact Person Edgardo G. Alabastro, Ph.D.
Address Unit 305 FMSG Building, #9 Balete Drive cor. 3rd St., New Manila,
Quezon City 1112
Contact Numbers (+632)416.4625; 0917.825.5203
Email address technotrixinc@gmail.com
Copy of the registration of MGDC with the Security Exchange Commission is provided in Annex 1.
ES.1.3 Project Location and Area
The Project will occupy an area of approximately 148 hectares.
Location and Political Boundaries
The project site is within the waters of the Manila Bay along the coast of the City of Manila, National
Capital Region. The site is located in Barangay 719.
The location is shown in a NAMRIA map given in Figure ES.1 page ES-2 while an aerial satellite
map is provided in Figure ES.2 page ES-3.
Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs) and Protected Areas
Further to the implementation of PD 1586 ECAs were defined under Presidential Proclamation 2146
dated 14 December 1981 to include among others:
Areas frequently visited and/or hard-hit by natural calamities, geologic hazards, floods,
typhoons, volcanic activity, etc.
The designation of ECAs was meant to set the guidelines for the EIA system and
protocols/procedures for projects in these areas and not necessarily for restriction or prohibition of
activities/projects therein.
On the other hand Protected Areas are designated under the National Integrated Protected Areas
Systems (NIPAS). Restrictions or prohibitions of activities in Protected Areas fall under the NIPAS.
ES - 1 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

The project site is not located in protected or proclaimed areas/sites; this may be gleaned from
Figure ES.4, page ES-4.
Figure ES.1. Site Location in a NAMRIA Map (Scale: 1:50,000 original map)
(Enlarged Map in Annex5)

Accessibility
The site is located adjacent to the Roxas Boulevard; an access road connecting to Quirino road and
an overhead link connecting to Quirino Avenue will be built. The vicinity map is provided in Figure
ES.3, page ES-4. Shown in this map are some of the important landmarks adjacent to the project
site such as: the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Philippine Navy, the Manila Yacht Club, the
Embassy of the United States of America, the World Trade Center and the Ospital ng Maynila
(Manila Hospital).
It may be noted that the major landmarks in these adjacent areas which include government offices,
e.g. the Senate, GSIS, the Department of Foreign Affair and buildings are themselves built on
reclaimed portions of the Manila Bay.
Figure ES.2 Location of Project in an Aerial Map

(Enlarged Map in Annex5)

Project Site
Figure ES.3. Vicinity Map (Enlarged Map in Annex 5) Figure ES.4 Map of the Protected Areas in NCR
(Enlarged Map in Annex 5)
Clarification on the Project Site Location
By way of clarification to questions raised by some sectors, the announcement/poster placed in

Roxas Boulevard on 20 February 2013 as shown in the photograph below indicated clearly that the
project will not involve portions of the bay between the Manila Yacht Club and the U.S. Embassy.

ES.1.4 Project Components
The project involves reclamation, that is, land development only. For its future use, the general
theme for the project is mixed-use development, i.e. for residential, commercial buildings and
establishments. This will be harmonized with the tourism value/potential of the site/immediate
environs. The cultural aspects will likewise be integrated into the theme such as the enhanced and
safe access to view the Manila Bay sunset.
During the Operations Phase which is not included in this application, there will be no hard
industries envisioned to be located at the reclaimed site, such as: power plants, chemical processing
plants, facilities involving hazardous waste or similar activities.
The Master Plan for the Project will also integrate viewing access to the famous Manila Sunset; such
being accessible and safe to the general public. Safety is important considering incidences of or
potentials for crimes committed along the bay walk especially during dusk.
The theme of sunset view has been announced publicly as shown in Plate ES.1 page ES-6 in the
following newspapers:
o Philippine Star
o Philippine Daily Inquirer
o Manila Daily Bulletin
The initial project developmental concept, which shall be finalized in a detailed design and
engineering works after securing the ECC for the project, is shown in Figure ES.5 page ES-7.
The major components of the project are:
Construction of three (3) islands

o East Island 1 28.73 has.
o East Island 2 36.87 has.
o West Island 82.4 has.
o Total 148.0 has.
Water channels in between the three (3) islands intended to provide water circulation and
flushing out of water during tidal changes and also to impart better aesthetic value to the
Project.
Bridge network
Four (4) bridges including the man outdoor mall bridge (solely for pedestrians) shall link the East
Island 2 and West Island. Two (2) bridges including the main outdoor mall bridge (solely for
pedestrians) shall link the East Islands 1 and 2.
Access Ways to provide site accessibility - These are the access road leading to the CCP and
the overhead link leading to Quirino Avenue.
Following are the Support Facilities of the Project:

Drainage System
Electricity
Water
Communications systems
Electricity, water and communications systems will be supplied by third party service providers
The Pollution Abatement Facilities will involve wastewater treatment systems
The sewage system will convey the wastewater by gravity and thence lifted by pumps to a sewage
treatment plant. The treated effluents from two (2) proposed Sanitary Treatment Plant (STP) at the
East Islands will be discharged ultimately to the Manila Bay by pump(s) while the

two (2) proposed Plants at the West Island could be drained by gravity using pipelines of
diameters ranging from 200 mm to 2000 mm in diameter.
In designing the STPs the standards applicable for effluents discharging to the Manila Bay shall
be complied with. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) materials are being considered for the
system because of their high resistance to chemicals, heat and are impact resistant.
Risk Mitigation Components
Among the sub-components of the project vital for mitigating impacts as well as risks are the:
Conceptual Plan for Breakwater
Conceptual Plan for Wave (Storm Surge) Deflector
Plate ES.1 Announcement of Features of the Project including Sunset Viewing

Figure ES.5 Initial Project Development Plan

ES.1.5 Process /Technology
The technology and major activities are summarized hereunder and described in more
details in Section 1.0.
By way of a broad definition dredging is the activity of digging, transporting and dumping a certain
amount of underwater laying soil.
Dredging can be undertaken either hydraulically or mechanically. Hydraulic digging makes use of
the erosive working of a water flow. For instance, a water flow generated by a dredge pump is lead
via suction mouth over a sand bed. The flow will erode the sand bed and forms a sand-water
mixture before it enters the suction pipe. Hydraulic digging is mostly done in cohesion less soils
such as silt, sand and gravel.
Mechanical digging by knives, teeth or cutting edges of dredging equipment is applied to cohesive
soils.
The transport of the dredged soil can be done by hydraulically or mechanically too, ether
continuously or discontinuously. Continuous transport can be undertaken through a pipeline or
conveyor belts while discontinuous transport can be done via grab, ship or vehicles.
Deposition of soil can be done in simple ways by opening the grab, turning the bucket or opening
the bottom doors in a ship. Hydraulic deposition happens when the mixture is flowing over the
reclamation area. The sand will settle while the water flows back to sea or river.

Dredging equipment can have these functions integrated or separated.
The choice of the dredger for executing a dredging operation depends not only on the above
mentioned functions but also from other conditions such as the accessibility to the site, weather and
wave conditions, anchoring conditions, required accuracy and other consideration such as
economics.
An important or most important consideration is the type of equipment that the dredging contractor
possesses. The contractor will most likely be an international company inasmuch as the capability of
local dredging companies are limited. The major factors for the dredging works other than the
availability of the equipment most suited to the project and the experience of the dredging contractor
are:
The relatively shallow draft of the seabed at the reclamation area of -4.00 mm MLLW to -9.0
MLLW.
The relatively long distance between the offshore borrow area and the reclamation area and
The relatively large fill volume required.
The dredging methodology/equipment selection will be subject to further engineering works and to
bidding and will incorporate aspects which are environmentally friendly.
Volume of Works
The reclamation of 148 hectares involves a quantity of approximately 19 million cubic meters of
sand and other filling materials which will be obtained from the off-shore borrow area at San
Nicholas Shoals.
Reclamation 16,685,800 m3
Settlement 2,314,200 m3
Total 19,000,000 m3
The reclamation will be executed at an average elevation of +three (3) meters MLLW after
settlement and consolidation. These settlement volumes correspond with the settlement due to the
weight of the reclaimed material to reach the +3.00m MLLW after consolidation. In order to
accelerate the consolidation of the underlying strata at the platform, and hence the use of the
reclaimed areas for final structures in 12 months period after reclamation, it is foreseen to install
vertical wick drains over the total area.
Wick Drains are artificial drainage paths consisting of central core which functions as a free-
draining water channel, surround by geosynthetic filter jacket. With the drainage of water
consolidation of soils is expedited and long-term settlement is limited. Wick drains are foreseen to
be installed over the entire reclamation area in order to speed up the use of the reclaimed areas in
approximately twelve (12) months after reclamation.
Figure ES.6 is an illustration of the concept of wick drains.
Figure ES.6- Illustration of the concept of wick drains

General Description/Methodology of the Reclamation Process
Removal of soft unsuitable materials at the sea bed by dredging

Trenching of the reclamation area perimeter down to a relatively good soil layer by dredging and
depositing the dredged materials at a suitable area.
Sourcing of a good sand form from the nearest source within Manila Bay b using dredgers and
deposit the hydraulic sand fill at the reclamation site. The sand fill will be first subjected to
chemical tests to ascertain suitability and absence of toxic elements.
Continuation of the depositing of the hydraulic sand fill to cover an area that will allow the
installation of equipment for sheet still piling
Driving of steel sheet piles at the boundaries of the reclamation property to enclose the
reclamation
Sourcing of the hydraulic fill from a nearby and suitable area and depositing the same at the
yacht basin by pumping and spraying
Dredging of the excess selected hydraulic fill material beyond the property line defined by the
steel sheet piles and pumping and spraying inside the reclaimed property
Level the reclamation area to the desired finished grades and slopes using earthmoving
equipment
Installation of Breakwater
ES.2.0 Process Documentation of the Conduct of EIA (EIA Team, EIA Study Schedule & Area, EIA
Methodology, Public Participation)
This EIA Report has been prepared in compliance with the basic principle of the Philippine EIS
System (PEISS), i.e. that an EIA/ECC is a planning tool and not a permit, substantiated
hereunder.
Figure ES.7 Chart Showing the Planning Tool Concept Based on DAO 03 30

Public Announcement of former Secretary J L Atienza published in a national newspaper
The Revised Procedural Manual specifically in reference to the EIA documentation as amended by
the existing guidelines contained in the Memorandum of Secretary Joselito L. Atienza dated 29
September 2009 and the latest issuance on EIA Rules, the DMC 2010-14 were followed. The
streamlined procedural guidelines discussed by EIA Preparers with the EIA/EMB Central Office on
November 2012 have also been complied with, along with the further requirements during the review
process.
2.1 EIA Team (Proponent & Preparer Team members, module of involvement, expertise)
The EIA Team of Preparers is indicated in the Accountability Statement, Annex 4 and is
provided in Table ES.1 below:
Table ES.1. List of Proponent / EIA Preparers

EIA Preparer Technotrix Consultancy Services, Inc.
Edgardo G. Alabastro, Ph.D.* Team Leader; Air & Water and Numerical Modeling
Matilde R. Jimenez-Fernando, LL.B. * Assistant Team Leader Legal Aspect
Catherine Rontos Technical Assistant
Nadia C. Perez * Research
Joseph P. Lalo Socio-Economics
Benjamin Cuevas * Terrestrial flora and Pedology
Jovilyn Fernandez Terrestrial Fauna
Hernani Bayani Geology
Benjamin S. Francisco Resource Person for Marine Module
Glendale Delica Air Quality Monitoring
Adviser for Oceanographic Numerical Modeling
E. Hernandez Ocean Dynamics Modeling Adviser
*Have participated in the EMB Orientation Seminar on CCA and DDR

In-house data and technical/engineering information were developed by the Proponents

architectural and engineering consultants, Filipinas Dravo which undertook studies spanning
over several years. After the securing of the ECC, the services of other consultants both
local and international shall be engaged to undertake more detailed works incorporating
therein the conditions of the ECC.
EIA Study Schedule
The study for the project started with the crafting of the engineering philosophy and the
Conceptual Master Development Plan (CMDP) which was updated in September 2012.
Environmental impacts, mitigating measures, the Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
and the Environmental Monitoring Measures are initially identified in the updated CDMP
(uCDMP) Report.
Baseline data gathering was then undertaken particularly on the marine characteristics and
water quality of the Manila Bay being the most critical baseline resources. Baseline air and
noise works monitoring were also undertaken.
Social preparation has been extensively undertaken and included the following:
Public Consultation by the City of Manila in connection with application of the Proponent
for approval of the Project by the City Council;
Meeting with the Archdiocese of Manila on 04 December 2012. Highlights of the
meeting and details are provided in Section 3.4.
Public Scoping undertaken on 13 December 2012 near the Project Site.
Individual discussion/explanation of the project to the stakeholders such as to the boat
folks in the area.
Public Participation
The Proponent has actively participated in Information, Education and Communications

(IEC) programmes even at this early stage of the EIA cycle. It has focused its campaign in
providing technical and science-based information regarding the project.
Among the key messages of the IEC programmes (more details provided in Annex 2) are:
Table ES.2 Key Messages in Typical IEC Programs

Messages Medium
General Perspective of the Proposed Project Audio Visual and social
network i.e. Facebook
Enhancement of the View of Manila Bay Sunset Newspaper
The environmental aspects, management and mitigating Radio/TV talk show
measures noting the friendly nature of the project/that it
will not induce flooding
EIA METHODOLOGY
The EIA Methodology is primarily dictated by the EIA Procedural Manual and the specific
requirements of the EIA/Review Committee as reflected in the Screening Checklist.

ES.3 Summary of Baseline Characterization, Key Environmental Impacts and Management &
Monitoring Plan, Environmental Monitoring Fund (EMF), Environmental Guarantee Fund
(EGF) and the Multipartite Monitoring Team (MMT) Framework and Commitments
Summary of Baseline Characterization (More details provided in Sections 3)
The baselines for the major environmental conditions include the marine ecology, the water (Manila
Bay); geology and the people most likely to be affected by the proposed project. The air and land
resources adjacent to the project are also characterized for their baseline conditions.
The Marine Ecology
AT the project area, following were observed:

There is an observed eutrophic condition of the benthic ecosystem in the project site, perturbed
extensively by silt and sediment deposition at the project area.
There was insignificant demersal fish schools and macro-invertebrates encountered.
Following life forms are absent in significant amount at the project area:
o coral reefs
o reef associated benthic life forms
o algae colonies
o Other associated benthic life forms, even sponges and ascidians that have been known to
be tolerant of turbid and polluted water are absent.
The Manila Bay Water
Manila Bay has a surface area of approximately 1,800 sq. km. This baseline is relevant in respect of
the replacement of portion of the Bay with land. This portion of the Bay reclaimed is less than
0.082%.
Water quality in the project site and vicinity shows relatively good quality with respect to metallic
concentrations.
Provided in Table ES.3 is the Results of Various Surface Water Tests at the Project Site.
Table ES.3 Results of Various Surface Water Tests at Project

Quality Parameter Results Units MDLs Test Methods
Station No. 1
Wet Chemistry
pH @ 23 deg C 9.05 PCU 0.10 Electrometric Method
Color, Apparent 75 mg/L 20 Visual Comparison
Total Dissolved Solids 18, 900 mg/L 1.0 Gravity (SM2540 C)
Total Suspended Solids 7.0 mg/L 2.5 Gravity (SM2540 D)
Oil & Grease 0.40 mg/L 0.40 Pet. Ether Extraction (DENR
Modified)
Ammonia N 0.12 mg/L 0.004 Phenate Method (SM45000-
NH3 F)
Cyanide, Free 0.15 mg/L 0.02 Ion Selective Electrode (SM
4500 CN-F)
Nitrate, -N 0.11 mg/L 0.01 Brucine
Phosphate 0.04 mg/L 0.007 Stannous Chloride Method
(SM4500-P D)
Salinity as NaCl 17, 900 mg/L 15 Trimetry By Calculation
Microbiology
Fecal Coliform 17 MPN/100 ml - Multiple Tube Fermentation
Metals
Arsenic 0 mg/L 0.01 SDDC, Spectrophotometric
Chromium 0 mg/L 0.03 Flame AAS
Lead 0 mg/L 0.04 Flame AAS
Mercury 0 mg/L 0.0001 Manual Cold Vapor AAS

Station No. 2
Wet Chemistry
Total Suspended Solids 10 mg/L 2.5 Gravity (SM2540 D)
Modified)
NH3 F)
4500 CN-F)
(SM4500-P D)
Microbiology
Fecal Coliform 4.0 MPN/100 ml - Multiple Tube Fermentation
Metals
Station No. 3
Wet Chemistry
Modified)
NH3 F)
4500 CN-F)
(SM4500-P D)
Microbiology
Fecal Coliform 2.0 MPN/100 ml - Multiple Tube Fermentation
Metals
Station No. 4
Wet Chemistry
Modified)
NH3 F)
4500 CN-F)

(SM4500-P D)
Microbiology
Fecal Coliform 170 MPN/100 ml - Multiple Tube Fermentation
Metals
Except for coliform which is expected to be generally present in Manila Bay due to discharges of
untreated human wastes, the water at the site exhibited good quality especially in respect of metals
as shown in Table ES.3.
Air Quality Baseline
The ambient air quality values with respect to the Criteria Pollutants are well within the National
Ambient Air Quality Guideline Values (NAAQGV) prescribed in R.A. 8749, the Philippine Clean Air
Act as shown in Table ES.4 below.
Table ES.4 Summary Results of the Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
Station. LOCATION PM10 SO2 NO2 CO
No. g / Nm3 g / Nm3 g / Nm3 mg / Nm3
1 Near Yacht Club 68 3.4 3.4 0.1
2 Near PICC Area 42 2.4 4.8 0.1
3 Near Sofitel Basketball Court 38 9.9 7.2 0.7
DENR NAAQSSAP 200 340 260 --
DENR NAAQGV -- -- -- 35
The Land Environment
The land environment baseline is referred to the perceived floodings in land as a result of the
project. The baseline presented is thus the flood map of Metro Manila showing therein the location
of the flood water path relative to the project site. (Figure ES.8 page ES-15). This map was
developed by the DOST in conjunction with its project National Operation Against Hazard (NOAH).
There are insignificant terrestrial species of importance in the project site/impact areas, particularly
in respect of mangroves and of avian population including migratory birds which are absent.
People
The People module baseline relevant to the project which also provides a basis for defining the
social impact areas is summarized in Table ES.5.
Table ES.5 People Baseline

Baseline Parameters Rationale Impact Area Remarks
Population Density of Reclamation provides Entire Manila Socio-economic aspects
Manila rationale development addressed by project
site include:
Avoidance of (a) problems
with settlers (b) Increased
traffic
Settlers at Project Site Settlers a major social None at site
issue
Establishments adjacent Perception of negative Areas adjacent to
to project site project impacts site
Buildings/offices adjacent Perception of negative Areas adjacent to
to project site project impacts site
Manila Bay Sunset Claim of some sectors Areas that may Project Master plan provides

sunset view impaired block sunset view. better and safe viewing.
There are no laws against
structures that could block
aesthetic views.
Flooded areas Perception of flooding Areas adjacent to Project will not contribute to
site floods
Settlers are absent in the area thus will not be affected.
Provided in Figure ES.8 is the Pathway of Floodwaters in Metro Manila from Project NOAH which
shows that the floodwaters will go through the natural drainage system.
The flood waters path way is indicated by the blue arrows.
Figure ES.8 Pathway of Floodwaters in Metro Manila (Reference: Project NOAH)

ES.4. Summary of Impact Assessment and Environmental Management Plan
Due to the nature of the project the most significant impacts and the corresponding environmental
management plan are focused on the marine environment in view of the fact that the project is to be
located in Manila Bay. Although there are perceived and concerns on floods this is discussed in
Section 4, Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) inasmuch as floods are among the risks/hazards
of a project. Claims of seismic risks are also treated as risks/hazards under the Environmental Risk
Assessment (ERA).
Table ES.5 indicates the most significant impacts and corresponding mitigating/management plans
to address these impacts.
ES.5 Summary of the Environmental Monitoring Plan on the most significant impacts
This is provided in the summary matrix shown in Table ES.6 page ES-16.
ES.6 Environmental Guarantee and Monitoring Fund Commitment
Proforma Drafts of the EGF, EMF and MMT Agreements are shown in Annex 3.

Table ES.6 Summary of Most Significant Impacts and Mitigating Measures/Management Plan
Project Phase / Environmental Aspect Environmental Options for Prevention

Responsible Guarantee / Financial
(Project Activity Which Will Likely Impact Component Likely to Potential Impact or Mitigation* or Cost
Entity Arrangements
the Environmental Component) be Affected Enhancement
I. PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHASE NO ACTIVITIES YET AT THE PROJECT SITE. NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTS AND SURVEYS WILL BE EMPLOYED.
(EXPLORATION STAGE)
II. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
A. The Land Perception of Flooding On Reclamation itself Proponent Wave deflector Construction guarantees
Shore as a result of provides protection cost part of (To be firmed up during the
reclamation against storm surges and overall bidding process)
thus floods. Use of wave construction cost.
deflector.
Part of total cost
Drainage system of the Proponent of facilities Construction guarantees
project
Not Applicable
Flood water pathways in Not NOAH project is by the
Manila is NOT directed Applicable Philippine government
towards the project area,
(Per the NOAH Project)
Not Applicable
Environmental Aspect # 1
Preparation and approval Government Government project
of drainage rehabilitation project
plan for the city
Impairment of aesthetics Viewing spot in the master Master Part of total Not applicable. Aesthetics
(view of the Manila Bay plane Planner contract for not quantified.
sunset) master plan
Ground shaking and Structural and engineering Engineering Part of total Standard guarantee for
liquefaction design for seismicity firm engineering engineering and design
(A perceived and contract works.
potential risk element
not an impact)
B. The Water Irreversible Conversion of Shall strictly comply with Proponent/ Part of project Contract with PRA
Portion of Manila Bay to agreements with PRA on Contractor cost
Environmental Aspect # 2
No rivers, creeks, lakes Land / Permanent loss of boundaries of project.
at site Manila Bay water

Entity Arrangements
equivalent to 148 has.
Disturbance of marine Installation of silt curtains Contractor Part of project

species / Damage to or and screens and other cost
impairment of economically containment structures to
significant marine life prevent spread of
sediments to other parts of
Bay
Limit project to prescribed Proponent Part of project

general site and area cost Contract with PRA
Mitigation of silt dispersal Contractor Part of contract

during construction ECC condition
To be determined
Phased construction Contractor N.A.
schedule
Judicious choice of
contractor, methodology Proponent N.A.
and equipment
Potential Impairment of When feasible source Contractor Part of

Water Quality due to filling materials from the construction cost
disturbance of sea bed Bay.
Potential contamination of Pre-screen materials on Contractor To be determined Filling materials not part of
water with extraneous toxicity the EIA.
substances in filling
materials
Sea Level Rise Due to other factors not to N.A. N.A. Under separate approval
the reclamation project by authorities.
Silt dispersal outside of site Silt curtains at perimeters Contractor Containment Contract with PRA
due to dredging/filling Dredging/filling structure cost
operations methodology; Stockpiling approx.
of earth fill shall be placed Php 11 B total ECC Commitments
away from water bodies Containment ECC or applicable

Entity Arrangements
and covered with suitable structure cost regulations
material during rainy approx. MMT
season Php 11 B
Turbidity Same as above Contractor Filling materials ECC commitment

Potential contamination with sourcing not in MMT
substances in filling scope of EIA
materials
Domestic wastes from Prescreening of filling Proponent Part of contract Sourcing of filling materials
construction crew and materials; possible subject to separate
possible oil leaks from sourcing from Manila Bay requirements of the PEISS
dredging barge and
equipment s Appropriate toilet facilities Contractors Part of contract ECC conditions to be
imposed on contractors
Oil and lubricants (used or Contractors ECC conditions to be

spent) should be stored in imposed on contractors
covered drums for
disposal on shore thru 3rd
party TSD entities
C. The Air Noise Temporary in nature Contractor Part of Project EIA Commitment
Use of silencers Cost
and mufflers for heavy
equipment Part of Project EIA Commitment
Cost
Avoid night time works Contractor Part of Project EIA Commitment
and heavy noise Cost
generators
Environmental Aspect # 3 Distant from population
Criteria Pollutants Temporary in nature Contractor Part of Contract MMT

discharged by equipment Use quality fuel in
and vehicles equipment and power
generating sets

Entity Arrangements
D. The People No impact/No settlers/No Enhancement - N.A. N.A. N.A.
population centers affected Implementation of SDP
Environmental Aspect #`4
Employment and livelihood An enhancement aspect Employment N.A. N.A.
opportunities (100,000 jobs) by Contractor
OPERATIONS PHASE - By nature of project operations phase involve the construction of structures and buildings/infrastructure for the development of the reclaimed land into residential,
commercial and mix-use facilities. A separate environmental impact evaluation will be developed for the operations phase after securing the ECC for the reclamation phase. Impacts
hereunder given are estimates only at this time.
I. The Land Impact on Traffic / Internal roadway and
Traffic density increased traffic scheme to be part of
reclamation planning.
Ingress and egress points
to be designed.
Integrated traffic In coordination To be included in Not applicable

management with MMDA, with MMDA operating cost
Environmental Aspect # 1 City of Manila and and LGU
adjoining cities
Traffic Management Same as By DPWH or Government project

Internal circulation within above MMDA
the reclaimed land
Bridge link
II. The Water Discharges of effluents from Individual/Locators waste Proponent To be designed EIA commitments
locators water treatment units
Environmental Aspect # 2 Generation of domestic Centralized waste water

wastes treatment system
III. The Air Vehicular emissions Traffic Management Proponent with Not Applicable Not Applicable
Environmental Aspect # 3 LGU, MMDA
Use of Euro IV-P fuels
IV. The People Enhancement SDP Proponent Part of Project ECC Conditions and
Environmental Aspect # 4 IEC Cost commitments in the EIS

Entity Arrangements
Migration/In migration N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Livelihood and Employment Preferential hiring of Proponent or N.A. N.A.

(An Enhancement) qualified residents Locators
Estimated at 500,000 job
opportunities
Php 10 B estimate in real N.A.

estate tax year which the
government can flow back to
the people
N.A.
Revenues and economic
benefit to the City, e.g. taxes
to be paid
Generally-beneficial
impacts
Decongestion of City
Acceleration of
Development of Manila
Impetus to investments
Overall better quality of life
for residents of Manila
BY NATURE OF THE PROJECT ABANDONMENT IS NOT ENVISIONED AT THIS TIME. THE PLANS FOR REHABILITATION, ABANDONMENT AND
IV. ABANDONMENT PHASE DECOMMISSIONING WILL NECESSARILY BE COMMUNICATED WITH THE DENR/EMB FOR THE LATTERS REQUIREMENTS AND APPROVAL
IMPACTS IDENTIFIED BELOW ARE GIVEN ONLY AS ESTIMATES AT THIS TIME.
Environmental Aspect # 1 A. The Land Loss of space and facilities
for development and growth
Environmental Aspect # 2 B. The Water Stoppage of effluent
discharges
Environmental Aspect # 3 C. The Air From holistic perspective
abandonment may cause
more pollution due to
alternative activities inland

Entity Arrangements
Environmental Aspect # 4 D. The People Loss of economic Payment of Social benefits Individual Not Available DOLE Rules on Labor
opportunities by individual employers locators or Standards
Setback in overall (locators) employers
development of Manila

Table ES.7 Summary of the Environmental Monitoring Plan (EMoP)

Potential Sampling & Measurement Plan EQPL MANAGEMENT SCHEME
Key Environmental Aspects per Parameter to be Lead
Impacts Per Annual Estimated Cost EQPL RANGE MANAGEMENT MEASURE
Project Phase Monitored Method Frequency Location Person
Envitl Sector ALERT ACTION LIMIT ALERT ACTION LIMIT
PRE-CONSTRUCTION No impacts yet. Proponent will devote this stage in securing of permits and clearances.
I.
PHASE
II.CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Ambient Air TSP 1 Hour Quarterly Downwind Project Php 100,000
Quality Gas Bubbler at nearest Manager
GriessSultzman existing Of minor significance because of absence of air pollution generators, thus EQPL
Environmental Aspect #1 High Volume Sampler / establishments or deemed not applicable
Air Gravimetric(USEPA buildings
method5)
Noise Meter Daily Same as above Project Nil
Same as above
Manager
Terrestrial
Terrestrial (Floral) resources are absent.
Environmental Aspect #2
Land
Solid Wastes Domestic wastes from workers during constructions stage. Monitoring will be through visual count weekly of the number of garbage cans/containers picked up by the
garbage disposal unit of the City of Manila
Water Quality BOD5 Azide Modification- Quarterly Downstream of Project Php 7000
Domestic wastes during construction
Marine Water Dilution Technique specific site of Manager
crews
(USEPA method 3010) reclamation
Total Gravimetric (Dried at activities Php 2000 10 %
Inspection
Suspended 103-105o C) (USEPA exceedanc Temporary
20% 50 % of
Solids (TSS) method 3010) e in stoppage
activities
standards
Color (USEPA method 3010) Php 1000 Insignificant, no color modifying substances to be discharged
Temperature Thermometer(USEPA Nil
Insignificant, no thermal effects
method 3010)
Environmental Aspect #3 pH pH probe (USEPA Nil
Insignificant, no acid or bases in effluents
Water method 3010)
Oil & Grease Std Method During Inspection
10 % 20 % 50 % Corrective Stopp
reclamation of
exceedance exceedance exceedance Actions age
works activities
Metallics AAS Same At strategic Project Php 50.000 Inspection
10 % 20 % 50 % Corrective Stopp
points Manager of
exceedance exceedance exceedance Actions age
activities
Marine Underwater survey During Near the site of Project Php 200,000
10 % 20 % Inspection
species reclamation activities Manager 50 % decrease Corrective Stopp
decrease decrease of
works from baseline Actions age
from baseline from baseline activities
Jobs Number Record of contractors Entire N.A. Project
Environmental
employed reclamation Manager
Aspect # 4
period
People
Payment to Payment records Same N.A. Project

workers Manager
Accidents Number and Records of Dredging Monthly NA Project
Nature Company Manager
The details of the EMoP must necessarily be developed and approved by the MMT.

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Proposed 148-Hectare Manila Goldcoast Reclamation Project

Along Coast of the City of Manila

ES.1.1 Project Title and Basic Project Information

ITEM Project Information

ES.1.2 Project Proponent/EIA Preparer

ES.1.3 Project Location and Area

The Project will occupy an area of approximately 148 hectares.

Location and Political Boundaries

Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs) and Protected Areas

ES - 1 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

ES - 2 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Figure ES.2 Location of Project in an Aerial Map

ES - 3 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Clarification on the Project Site Location

By way of clarification to questions raised by some sectors, the announcement/poster placed in

ES - 4 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

ES.1.4 Project Components

The major components of the project are:

Construction of three (3) islands

Following are the Support Facilities of the Project:

The Pollution Abatement Facilities will involve wastewater treatment systems

ES - 5 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Risk Mitigation Components

Plate ES.1 Announcement of Features of the Project including Sunset Viewing

ES - 6 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Figure ES.5 Initial Project Development Plan

ES.1.5 Process /Technology

ES - 7 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Dredging equipment can have these functions integrated or separated.

Figure ES.6 is an illustration of the concept of wick drains.

Figure ES.6- Illustration of the concept of wick drains

ES - 8 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

General Description/Methodology of the Reclamation Process

Removal of soft unsuitable materials at the sea bed by dredging

ES - 9 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Public Announcement of former Secretary J L Atienza published in a national newspaper

Table ES.1. List of Proponent / EIA Preparers

ES - 10 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

In-house data and technical/engineering information were developed by the Proponents

EIA Study Schedule

The Proponent has actively participated in Information, Education and Communications

Table ES.2 Key Messages in Typical IEC Programs

ES - 11 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Summary of Baseline Characterization (More details provided in Sections 3)

The Marine Ecology

AT the project area, following were observed:

The Manila Bay Water

Table ES.3 Results of Various Surface Water Tests at Project

ES - 12 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

ES - 13 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Air Quality Baseline

The Land Environment

Table ES.5 People Baseline

ES - 14 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Settlers are absent in the area thus will not be affected.

The flood waters path way is indicated by the blue arrows.

Figure ES.8 Pathway of Floodwaters in Metro Manila (Reference: Project NOAH)

ES.6 Environmental Guarantee and Monitoring Fund Commitment

ES - 15 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Project Phase / Environmental Aspect Environmental Options for Prevention

ES - 16 | An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Executive Summary

Disturbance of marine Installation of silt curtains Contractor Part of project