Ayesa Environment & Sustainability Brochure by Ayesa

Technology | Engineering | Consulting

The Environment Managing, restoring and protecting the environment. Balancing project goals sustainably.

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Environment Impact Assessment, Environmental scoping report, Construction Environmental Management Plan

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ENVIRONMENTAL TEAM

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Ayesa is a global leader in engineering, technology and consulting with 12,000 staff members based in 23 countries around the globe. We are in the top 50 engineering companies of the world (ENR:2023) and in the top 6 engineering firms in Latin America. In Ireland, we are recognised as a Deloitte platinum Best Managed Company and in the UK and Ireland, we sit on critical infrastructure frameworks such as Fusion 21, LHC, Translink, the National Trust, Irish Water, Waterways Ireland and the OPW. Over the years, our pursuit of technical excellence and commitment to clients has been demonstrated through recognition from industry groups and awards. These accomplishments reflect the skill and grit of our team and our commitment to operate at the pinnacle of our profession. 4

EU CUTLER PROGRAMME, CORK, IRELAND TECHNICAL CONSULTANT TO CORK COUNTY COUNCIL

CONNECTED, MULTIDISCIPLINARY THINKING

GEOSCIENCE

MARINE & COASTAL

ENERGY

BUILDINGS

CONSERVATION

WATER

FLOODING

ENVIRONMENT

WASTE

TRANSPORTATION

GLOBAL BEST PRACTICE, LOCAL INSIGHT Consulting led by technology, engineering, digital transformation and decades of experience & learnings with an eye on sustainability and a focus on value.

WORLD #44 International Engineering Design Firms (1)

LATIN AMERICA #6

Top 10 By Region

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Top 50 Geotechnical Consultants

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UK #10

(1) ENR Rating: Top 225 International Engineering Design Firms 2023 (according to revenue)

(2) (Geplus.co.uk) Ground Engineering Magazine’s top UK Geotechnical Consultants ranked according to UK revenue

(3) Includes the recent acquisition in August 2022 of Ibermatica, creating combined revenue of $640m

Working collaboratively Global Best Practice Local Insight

1966 Established

Trusted by public & private clients around the world

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Environmental consultancy experience across large infrastructure environmental projects in Ireland, the UK and the Middle East, including the Blanchardstown Regional Development Scheme, Al Sahel, a “mega project” in Bahrain, and a renewable energy plant at Cheddleton in the UK.

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Wide variety of projects across sectors: maritime, marine reclamation, civil infrastructure, wastewater treatment, manufacturing, oil and gas, flood alleviation schemes, land remediation and waste management.

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We bridge the gap between clients, government authorities and the local community, managing and initiating stakeholder engagement, and ensuring alignment across the project lifecycle, from initial feasibility to implementation and mitigation phases.

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Our integrated approach combines expertise across several disciplines, engineering, planning, environmental science,sustainability, waste management, ecology, geology, hydrogeology, air quality and noise.

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Modelling capabilities - Our team can apply modelling to help benefit a variety of projects in terms of cost and programme - marine and coastal hydrodynamic and flushing modelling, air quality and odour dispersion modelling, advection/dispersion modelling and flood risk modelling

NASS J E T T Y, AL H I DD, BAH R AI N TSS monitoring, Construction compliance auditing, Environmental supervision and monitoring

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AL G HOUS WATE RFRONT EIA & MITIGATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Ayesa were appointed by CLE Millet to provide an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Al Ghous Waterfront Project on behalf of the Bahrain Tourism & Exhibition Authority. Ayesa undertook a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) which assessed the impacts of the proposed project and entertainment facilities on the local environment in terms of Air Quality, Noise, Marine Ecological Interests, Water and Sediment Quality, Waste Management, Soils & Groundwater, Traffic & Access, Socio-economics, and Landscape & Visual amenity as well as the cumulative impacts thereof. Where appropriate, mitigation measures were provided to minimise the potential impacts of the project during construction as well as operation of the development. Ayesa has developed a set of in-house algorithms which are used alongside professional judgement to provide a unique yet reliable method of judging environmental effect across a multi-variate data set. This algorithm is based on IFC standards and internationally recognised environmental risk assessments.

The Ayesa Promise We promise to keep delivering outstanding work, keeping clients at the heart of everything we do.

TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE

COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS

INVESTING IN OUR PEOPLE

OUR PILLARS SOLUTIONS-DRIVEN Best in class engineering, innovative solutions with global best practice and a focus on sustainability

CLIENT-FOCUSED We build long-lasting relationships with clients to add value and return on investment. Ayesa sits on a number of national infrastructure frameworks in Ireland and the UK

INNOVATION A workplace where innovation is encouraged where skills, sustainability, diversity and continuous development is a priority.

• Smarter innovation and collaboration • World-class solutions • A proactive and dynamic consultancy that builds client relationships and adds value • A deep understanding of client challenges and ESG goals 8

AL NASEEM Construction monitoring, Environmental permitting and Environmental management plan

ENVIRONMENTAL DELIVERY 1

Sustainability

Environment Assessment - Planning & Permitting

Modelling, Monitoring & Compliance

Ecology & Biodiversity

Heritage & Conservation

Climate resilience

Hazard mapping, risks, due diligence

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We deliver sustainable solutions that minimise negative impacts to the environment, and make the best use of resources, whilst managing waste

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A proven track record in providing environmental and sustainability services to major infrastructure projects in Ireland, the UK and the Middle East

SS EE RR VV Strategic Environmental Assessment

Green buildings and infrastructure

Carbon Footprint & energy auditing

Environmental Management Systems

Corporate Social Responsibility

Sustainability Appraisals

Sustainability We work closely with clients to address challenges, understand expectations and realise their goals sustainably. In doing so, we deliver lasting value, in the form of improved investor confidence, lower carbon footprints, better use of resources, stakeholder satisfaction and planning and regulatory approvals. The motivation for sustainability varies across projects and companies. For some, it provides mandatory documentation for authorities, and for others, it creates a more sustainable product than their competitors. Sustainability issues also vary from territory to territory; depending on the scarcity of resources, the importance of considering climate change impacts, and the levels of urbanisation and regulation. Our environmental team has broad skill sets and deep sectoral insight that help clients make real changes to pivot their business sustainably to meet the future.

V I I CC EE SS Stakeholder Management & Communications Education & Training programmes

Environmental Assessment

Climate resiliency & preparedness

Materials & Waste Management Plans

Flood risk assessment & management

P R O J E C T Bahrain Steel, Hidd, Bahrain

MOORING UPGRADE Bahrain Steel was upgrading the existing mooring system at their facility in Hidd to improve efficiency and safety and appointed Ayesa to undertake the Oil Spill Contingency Plan, and the Waste Management Plan for the jetty facilities.

F O C U S Cabu, Modular building, london, UK

SUSTAINABLE BUILDING We worked with our client to develop a modular glulam building system (glued laminated timber) for outdoor offices and holiday homes. We developed detailed designs of frames and foundations to suit various site conditions.

Cheddleton renewable energy facility, Staffordshire, UK

PLANNING FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY We supported planning and design of the renewable energy facility at Cheddleton, conducting air quality monitoring and modelling. We also assisted with land use planning, development control, and provided the Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) report.

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We have strong working relationships with environmental authorities in the middle east, uk and ireland

S E R V S E R V Environmental and Social Impact Assessments Environmental Planning

Environmental Licensing & Permitting

Environmental Due Diligence

GIS & Mapping Services

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ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT, PLANNING & PERMITTING

Our experience in this field spans the entire project lifecycle, from initial environmental screening and scoping, through to compliance auditing for the construction and operation phases. Ayesa provides clients with an integrated service across a wide variety of projects. Our expertise helps decision-makers balance development with environmental, social and cultural resilience, ensuring that both government and stakeholder interests are respected and recognised. We believe that early engagement in a project, coupled with the right advice and support, can help to navigate pitfalls, gain approvals and enhance sustainable project design.

C E S I C E S Stakeholder management Site Inspections, Surveying & Reporting Health and Social Impact Assessment

Equalities Impact Assessment Environmental Management Plans (Construction and Operation) Public Inquiry and Oral Hearing 17

P R O J E C T Graiguenamanagh, Ireland

HELPING DEFEND COMMUNITIES FROM FLOODING Graiguenamanagh is part of the Irish government’s €1bn national fund for flood relief for Kilkenny County Council/OPW. We devised a Flood Relief Scheme (FRS) that meets technical, social, environmental and economic requirements, conducting the appropriate impact assessments throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary design through to the construction phase, (Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Appropriate Assessments (AA). 18

F O C U S Khalifa City Sewage Treatment plant, Bahrain

GROWING URBAN CITIES Ayesa undertook the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA,) including managing all stakeholders, the Environmental Scoping Report (ESR), an Environmental Evaluation Report (EER),and Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for the operation and construction phases of this important city sewage treatment plant which will service thousands of people.

Jazan Wastewater Treatment Plant, Saudi Arabia

WASTE WATER PLANNING AT ECONOMIC CITY Southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a modern, world-class sustainable economic masterplan development known as Jazan Economic City. Ayesa was commissioned to provide environmental and social impact assessments for the planning and development of the IWWTP (Integrated Waste Water Treatment Plant).

REDEFINING WAYS

ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT CATCHMENT SURVEYS AND MODELLING

BLANCHARDSTOWN REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHEME We support construction, maintenance and operations work for major utilities such as Irish Water. The Blanchardstown Regional Development Scheme, (€85m) is one of the largest infrastructure projects in Ireland. We conducted the Environmental Impact Assessment for the project, as well as catchment surveys and modelling. Cross-functional collaboration on projects with engineers, consultants, contractors and subcontractors can help produce the best outcomes. During construction of this scheme, our geotechnical teams recommended tunnelling methods with minimal habitat loss and disturbance to the surrounding area adjacent to a public park and river. 21

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ARKLOW FLOOD DEFENCE SCHEME This €28m scheme will protect businesses and communities from coastal and river flooding in Arklow, County Wicklow. As the lead engineering consultant for Wicklow County Council, our team are providing hydrological studies, river and coastal modelling, scheme optioneering, cost-benefit analysis and preliminary design. Our flood mitigation measures include river deepening, an embankment and protective flood walls. Part of our role is to manage site investigations and surveys, which feeds into the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR). We have been proactive in ensuring collaboration across consultants and suppliers, to encourage them to work simultaneously. This provides economies of scale and cost efficiencies for the duration of the project. In July 2022, planning was approved for the scheme. 23

S Ecology Baseline surveys & monitoring

Marine Ecological Monitoring

Marine & Groundwater: Sampling & Monitoring

Data logging and long-term monitoring

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Modelling, monitoring & compliance Ayesa has extensive experience in providing monitoring and modelling services for a range of environmental parameters either as part of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), due diligence, or short/long term monitoring programmes. Ayesa provides environmental monitoring services and tailored programmes for our client. We help with permits and modifications for emissions, noise, odour, water quality, and ecological impacts by collecting data, completing assessments and modelling, and liaising with regulators.

C E S Air Quality and Odour Dispersion Modelling

Marine and Coastal Hydrodynamic & flushing modelling

Advection/dispersion modelling

Flood risk assessment & modelling

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P R O J E C T AL SAHEL RESORT, BAHRAIN

COASTAL MODELLING AND DESIGN Ayesa was appointed to design six artificial beaches and associated beach control structures at this five-star resort. To ensure sustainability, our teams collected and analysed data and conducted hydrodynamic modelling. Our role included requirements for securing environmental permits, as well as developing the environmental management plan. Our remit continued into the construction phase to supervise building to ensure it adhered to the environmental management plan.

F O C U S INDEPENDENT WATER AND POWER PLANT, AL DUR, BAHRAIN

SALTWATER REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT We conducted site-based surveys as well as thermal, brine and residual chlorine dispersion modelling studies for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) report. We assessed the effluent discharges from the plant into the marine environment to ensure developmental compliance with the Supreme Council of the Environment (Bahrain) and with the World Bank.

PORT OF CORK, IRELAND A CITY MARITIME HUB We completed the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and managed the environmental impact process to secure planning for a waste facility at the Port of Cork. We ,also advised on the application for a Dumping Sea Permit and have co-authored a paper which explores the impacts of large passenger ferries and cruise vessels into the port.

THE RIVER DODDER, DUBLIN IRELAND

S Marine Ecological Impact Studies & Assessments Terrestrial Ecological Impact Studies assessments Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) Appropriate Assessment (AA) Development of mitigation & compensation measures

Preliminary Ecological Appraisals

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Ecology and biodiversity Ayesa has extensive experience in the Middle East, UK and Ireland, conducting specialist ecological and biodiversity surveys, as well as monitoring and reporting for a range of projects, both on land and in the sea. We provide baseline ecological information, identify opportunities and constraints, and provide a practical approach to the application of government legislation and environmental policy. We work with developers and regulatory authorities to provide cost-effective solutions for environmental compensation, ranging from educational initiatives to habitat enhancement schemes for damaged habitats. Our team are PADI-dive-certified and trained in dive-related health and safety, and first aid response. We have completed specialist marine ecological surveys for clients in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

C E S Scuba-diver surveying & transects Marine habitat mapping drop-down videoing Marine & seabed communities sampling

Ecological auditing & due diligence

Biodiversity Action Plans

P R O J E C T JAZAN CITY, SAUDI ARABIA

Surveying over 100 sites at Jazan - a new supercity Southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a modern, world-class sustainable economic masterplan development known as Jazan Economic City. Ayesa undertook the marine ecological surveys associated with the EIA on behalf of the client, Saudi Aramco. The surveys include water and sediment sampling across one hundred sites, deployment of two acoustic doppler current profilers, diver-based ecological surveys and detailed drop-down video (DDV) assessments to identify the benthic habitat present within the development area. ‘Benthic’ refers to both plant and animals living on the bottom of the seabed. Ayesa will also provide a marine ecology baseline report for inclusion in the overall EIA.

F O C U S Diyar al Muharraq, Bahrain

Creating a sustainable fish farm Ayesa undertook a habitat enhancement feasibility study at Diyar Al Muharraq, a visionary and progressive urban development, built on 12km2 of reclaimed land. We assessed the feasibility of establishing a fish farm in the region by conducting appropriate due diligence. The client goal is to create sustainable fish stocks that will benefit the environment, tourism and local communities.

EU-Funded CUTLER research project, Ireland

Coastline defence through a resilience lens Cork County Council appointed our team as the technical consultant for the CUTLER programme (Coastal Urban Defence Through a Lense of Resilience). This significant EU-funded project strives to promote a policymaking shift towards an evidencedriven approach enabled by big data. Our CUTLER research will explore the environmental, economic and social impacts within an important peninsula in County Cork.

P R O J E C T Landfill sites, Cork, Ireland DISUD

Ensuring closed landfill sites do not impact local ecosystems and habitat Landfill sites at Youghal and Rossmore in County Cork are both closed; however, both sites must report biennially to assure that the environment is not affected by past waste activities. On behalf of Cork County Council, we assess and investigate impacts by conducting surveys. These surveys include; habitat, botanical aquatic freshwater flora, winter waterbird, terrestrial bird, benthic macroinvertebrate, shoreline compositional, sediment and shellfish data analyses, and assessments of impacts on locally farmed shellfish.

F O C U S EcIA & Appropiate Assessment - Disused Quarry, Ireland

Quarry investigation exposes a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Our team produced the EcIA, (Ecological Impact Assessment), the AA (Appropriate Assessments) and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) for this quarry restoration. During investigations, we discovered that the site was hydrologically-linked to a SAC (Special Area of Conservation). We proposed measures to protect the SAC against any negative impacts.

Hassyan Marine & Environmental studies, Dubai

Biodiversity - Utrasupercritical (USC) Plant Ayesa provided monitoring services (as part of the Biodiversity Action Plan) for a development of a 2,400MW, ultra-supercritical (USC) plant in Saih Shuaib, Dubai, Our services included dolphin, intertidal fauna, coral, seagrass, plankton, macrobenthic infauna, dugong, whale and turtle monitoring and sand morphology modelling. These marine surveys identified environmental conditions and variances, forming part of the environmental assessment.

P R E S E R V I N G T H E PA S T – S H A P I N G T H E F U T U R E

LANGLEY PARK HOUSE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UK

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Heritage Consultation Condition Surveys Investigations, Diagnoses, Reporting Listed Building Consents Expert Witness Services Impact Assessments Forensic Engineering Sympathetic Strengthening/Repairs 34

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Heritage & conservation Ayesa is one of the leading conservation engineering consultants in the UK, having acquired renowned London firm Sinclair Johnston & Partners in 2017. We employ several Conservation Accredited Engineers (CARE), accredited through the joint Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Structural Engineers. Ayesa has helped protect and renew many significant historic buildings including the Grade 1 listed structures of St George’s Church in Bloomsbury, St Lawrence’s Church in Mereworth and St George’s Church in Hanover Square. Our deep understanding of conservation ensures that heritage asset projects get the required care, attention and sympathetic application to preserve their past and secure their future. The types of projects we work on include listed buildings, high-end residential, ecclesiastical, healthcare facilities, commercial and retail, education, unsafe and atrisk structures and scheduled ancient monuments.

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Conservation & foundations Reinforced Concrete Design Steelwork Design Masonry & Stonework Design Medieval Houses Advice Country House Conservation Dove-cote Expertise Scheduled Monuments 35

P R O J E C T St. Bartholomew’s Hospital

Preserving 900 years of history at St. Barts Hospital, London Founded in 1123, St Bartholomew’s hospital has provided healthcare for over 900 years. We have worked with St. Barts Hospital for the past two decades. Our £13.5m West Wing refurbishment, was Y awarded the 2005 ‘City Heritage Award’ and the 2004 ‘NHS Best Patient Environment Award’ and is an exemplary project for other NHS Trusts. Presently, (in conjunction with Kier Construction) we are structural and civil engineers on a £35m PPI to refurbish three buildings at the hospital.

F O C U S Arad Bay, Bahrain ByrneLooby undertook a habitat enhancement feasibility study at Diyar Al Muharraq, one of the most visionary and progressive urban developments which includes 12km2 of reclaimed land, forming seven islands close to Manama, Bahrain. We provided environmental feasibility studies, due diligence, environmental supervision and monitoring to explore the possibility of a fish rearing facility in the region. The client is seeking to maximise fish stocks to a sustainable number for environmental, social and recreational benefits

A Development in a marine sanctuary Arad Bay is a town on Muharraq Island, which consists of approximately 50,000m² of land, which will be reclaimed and repurposed as a resort and facilities. Due to the cultural sensitivity of the town, Ayesa carried out the Environmental Statement Study (ESS). Our team also conducted several other specialist studies: details flushing and ecological, water and sediment analysis, visual, traffic and access planning, social impact and hydrodynamic assessments. Our teams will collaborate with the developer to ensure the plot and hotel design remains sympathetic to the heritage and fabric of this ancient area.

St Mary at Quay, Ipswich, UK Heritage places of worship Ayesa was appointed by The Churches Conservation Trust for the renewal and repair works to this Grade II listed building. The project won the ‘Civic Trust AABC Conservation Award’ AT in 2018 for QUAY demonstrating the highest ST MARY’S THE CHURCH standards of historic building conservation and for its outstanding contribution to the quality and appearance of the built environment.

BUILDING RESILIENT COMMUNITIES & CITIES

BANDON FLOOD RELIEF SCHEME

O U R SS E R VEI C ERS Asset Optimisation Biodiversity Services Carbon Accounting Climate risk screening: Climate Resilience and Preparedness Equalities Impact Assessment Flood risk management strategies

KING’S CHAPEL

Climate resilience The effects of climate change can be observed worldwide with frequent abnormally high or low temperatures, extreme rainfall events, violent storms, sea-level rises, coastal surge and hazardous forest fires. Climate change is making a significant impact on our resources – water, energy and infrastructure. Our multi-disciplinary environmental and engineering team can advise on policy and outline measures to mitigate climate impacts. Our experts work with you to deliver increased awareness of risks and vulnerabilities, create risk management plans, identify new opportunities, embed climate resilience in culture, decisionmaking, operations and planning. We also assess existing assets and infrastructure to ensure they are robust and resilient. Our teams are an integral part of flood relief schemes throughout Ireland and the UK, helping communities mitigate the negative impacts of flood events. We have helped ‘future proof’ coastal defence schemes by applying numerical modelling, which guides the design phase to ensure resiliency in the face of sea-level rise and frequent storm events. We strive to use our expertise to help build resilient communities, cities and infrastructure and help clients form policy to protect and enhance fragile ecosystems, the environment, businesses and people.

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L, LONDON, UK

Human Health Impact Assessment Hydrodynamic Modelling Project management Stakeholder engagement and consultation SustainableDesign Vulnerability and risk assessments

QUALIT Y ADVISORY S E RVICES

Gas Monitoring at Proposed UAE Embassy Site

Buildings Surveys Bioaerosol risk assessments Construction and Site Environmental Management Plan Oil Spill Contingency Plan Site inspections, surveying, monitoring and reporting Corporate environmental policy and management systems Emergency response plan pollution and critical incidents Energy audit and consultancy 40

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Hazard Mapping, Risk Assessment and Due Diligence The Ayesa team has a 20-year track record of delivering quality advisory services to help clients understand their exposure to risks (natural hazards and humangenerated). Our advice helps guide decision-making, secure permits and licences, inform operations and processes, and optimise infrastructure design. Hazard mapping and risk analysis are critical for assessing and quantifying your company’s exposure to potential threats. Our environmental team can help companies - Limit exposure - Categorise hazards - Define procedures/plans to lessen any impacts

L, LONDON, UK

Environmental due diligence Environmental risk assessment/audit Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping Geomorphological, hydro-morphological studies Geological, hydrogeological and hydrological studies and risk assessments Groundwater contamination risk assessments Health and safety

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SERVICES

SULB COMPANY B.S.C. STEEL MILL

Going ‘beyond’ compliance in annual environmental audits adds value to SULB’s leading position in the Middle East

MAKING GROUND CELEBRATIONS GEOTECHNICS IN THECULTURAL DUBLIN TRANSLINK AWARD DOCKLANDS SULB - A MARKET LEADER WITH A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY

SULB Company B.S.C. is an integrated steel mill located in the Hidd Industrial Area in Bahrain, producing structural steel products from DRL and Billets to finished lightto-medium and heavy sections. Foulath Holding Company B.S.C. and Yamato Kogyo Company Ltd. of Japan created the company by joint venture and are the leading steel producers in the Middle East since 2012. Completing annual environmental audits is necessary for SULB to comply with their EPFI (Equator Principles Financial Institution) loan agreement. An Annual Environmental impact assessment is also required by the Supreme Council for Environment (S.C.E.) in Bahrain. All environmental reviews must comply with both IFC and S.C.E. standards.

OUR ROLE SULB appointed Ayesa to conduct a full assessment of their compliance with their loan agreement terms. Our team provided an Environmental and Social Compliance Report (ESCR) for the reporting year of 2020, January to October inclusive. Additionally, in Bahrain, as required under national legislation, our team prepared the Annual Environmental Audit Report outlining the company’s measures and commitment towards environmental protection in their operational activities.

Location: Country: Client: Date:

Hidd Industrial Area Kingdom of Bahrain Sulb Steel Mill BSC October 2020-2021

G E OT E C H N I C S

VALUE-ADD Ayesa developed an in-house system for conducting environmental audits to International Finance Cooperation (IFC) standards and provided practical recommendations to reach compliance and go ‘beyond compliance’ by demonstrating best-practise as a leading industrial facility in Bahrain.

EXPERTISE IFC AUDIT

SCE AUDIT

ANNUAL ENVIRONMENT AUDIT REPORT

SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS

CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS

TRANSLINK AWARD

SERVICES

SULB COMPANY B.S.C. STEEL MILL

Going ‘beyond’ compliance in annual environmental audits adds value to SULB’s leading position in the Middle East

MAKING GROUND CELEBRATIONS GEOTECHNICS IN THECULTURAL DUBLIN TRANSLINK AWARD DOCKLANDS

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VITOL - Carbon Audit

Unlocking opportunities for VITOL to create a net zero carbon footprint Location: Country: Client: Date:

Manama Kingdom of Bahrain Vitol March 2021

TRANSLINK AWARD

Founded in Rotterdam over 50 years ago with offices worldwide, Vitol is a leader in the energy sector with a presence across the spectrum from oil to power, renewables and carbon. The company has identified the need to transition towards cleaner forms of energy and have been investing in renewable technologies and carbon capture initiatives. Vitol appointed our environmental team to reduce their carbon footprint and to identify measures for improvement through energy saving, and waste management. Our team also looked at the company culture to investigate the level of environmental awareness among their employees.

OUR ROLE

Vitol Group appointed Ayesa to conduct a carbon audit of their Bahrain Office to reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impacts. The audit remit was to identify and assess existing and proposed measures to understand potential energy savings. Our team evaluated other opportunities for further energy reduction, determining the maximum deduction possible to offset the current carbon footprint. The Carbon Audit was carried out per International Standards ISO 50002:2014 and assessed a range of elements: lighting, cooling, electrical equipment, water, waste, mobility, and culture.

VALUE-ADD

Ayesa identified opportunities and provided practical recommendations for reducing their carbon footprint, providing the company with a usable ‘Opportunities and Recommendations Register’ to track progress and identify successes, giving the company an identifiable road map towards carbon reduction.

EXPERTISE CARBON AUDIT

CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS

UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM ACTIVITIES AUDIT

ROUTE MAP TOWARDS NET-ZERO CARBON

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

SERVICES EXPERTISE IN D EPTH

At ByrneLooby we focus on providing our clients with solution driven designs in all aspe and treating dirty water and solving drainage problems and all the rest in between.

1. SUSTAINABILITY REALISING YOUR PROJECT GOALS THROUGH A SUSTAINABILITY LENS • • • • • • • • • • • •

Carbon footprint and energy auditing Climate resilience and preparedness Construction compliance auditing Corporate environmental management systems, auditing and CSR Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) Education and training programmes Environmental assessment Green buildings and infrastructure Materials and waste management plans (WMP) Stakeholder management & communications Strategic Environmental Assessment Sustainability appraisals including CEEQUAL / LEED/ BREEM ®

2. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT, PLANNING & PERMITTING ASSESSING IMPACTS AND SECURING PERMITS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Appropriate Assessment (AA) Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Environmental due diligence Environmental Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) Environmental Evaluation Report (EER) Environmental feasibility studies Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) Environmental Management Plan (EMP) Environmental planning Environmental scoping report Geomorphological, hydromorphological studies GIS and mapping services Health and social impact assessments Licensing and permitting Natura Impact Statement (NIS) Oil Spill Contingency Plan (OSCP) Site inspections, surveying, monitoring and reporting Stakeholder management - public inquiry and social hearing Visual traffic and access studies

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3. MODELLING, MONITORING & COMPLIANCE SETTING AND KEEPING STANDARDS

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Advection and dispersion modelling Analysis and assessment of effluent discharges, water quality Beach stability and coastal evaluation Data logging and long-term monitoring Ecological baseline surveys and monitoring Flood risk sssessments and modelling

ects of municipal and industrial water engineering, from delivering clean water, collecting

Your Water Solution Partners • • • • • • • • •

Flushing assessments and modelling - marine, coastal, river, oceans Hazard mapping Hydrodynamic modelling and assessments - surface water, river, marine, coastal Hydrological studies & assessment Marine and surface water, ground water sampling and monitoring Marine ecological surveys, assessments and monitoring Modelling - noise, air, odour dispersion Siltation assessments Topographical and bathymetric survey and management

4. ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY PRESERVING PRECIOUS ECOLOGY, HABITAT AND FLORA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Appropriate Assessment (AA) Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) Coral and seagrass monitoring, plankton ecology monitoring, macrobenthic in-fauna monitoring. Development of mitigation and compensation measures Dolphin, dugong, whale and turtle monitoring, intertidal fauna and sand morphology, Doppler profiling Drop Down Videoing (DDV) assessment Ecological auditing and due diligence Environmental feasibility study Habitat surveys Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) Marine and seabed communities sampling Marine ecological impact studies assessment Marine ecology baseline report Marine habitat mapping Measures and plans to protect SAC (Special Areas of Conservation), or national heritage areas Scuba diving surveying and transects Shoreline composition surveys and sediment analysis Surveys & monitoring: habitat, botanical, aquatic freshwater flora, winterwater bird, terrestrial bird, benthic macroinvertebrate, analysis of shellfish data Terrestrial ecological impacts studies assessment

5. HERITAGE AND CONSERVATION PROTECTING AND RENEWING THE PAST • • • • • • • • •

Archaeological and architectural heritage studies Condition surveys Expert witness service Forensic engineering Heritage consultation Impact assessments Investigations and diagnoses Listed building consents Sympathetic strengthening and repairs 43

E X P E R T I S E I N D ESERVICES PTH

At ByrneLooby we focus on providing our clients with solution driven designs in all aspe and treating dirty water and solving drainage problems and all the rest in between.

6. CLIMATE RESILIENCE MITIGATING CLIENT CHANGE • • • • • • • • • • • •

Asset optimisation Biodiversity services Carbon accounting Climate risk screening: climate resilience and preparedness Equalities impact assessment Flood risk management strategies Human health impact assessment Hydrodynamic modelling Project management Stakeholder engagement and consultation Sustainable design Vulnerability and risk assessments

7. HAZARD MAPPING, RISK ASSESSMENT AND DUE DILIGENCE QUALITY ADVISORY SERVICES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Buildings surveys Bioaerosol risk assessments Construction and Site Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) Oil Spill Contingency Plan (OSCP) Site inspections, surveying, monitoring and reporting Corporate environmental policy and management systems Emergency response plan - pollution and critical incidents Energy audit and consultancy Environmental due diligence Environmental risk assessment/audit Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping Geomorphological, hydro-morphological studies Geological, hydrogeological and hydrological studies and risk assessments Groundwater contamination risk assessments Health and safety Health and social impact assessments Phase I (Environmental Site Assessment – ESA) Phase II investigations (sampling and monitoring) Phase III (Remediation plans) Risk assessment of leachate and landfill gas control systems Risk-based applications for site closure, permit surrender, transfer, variation, multi-facility permit consolidation and new permits Technical due diligence Landfill gas risk assessments and carbon dioxide ICoP-based compliance limit reviews Waste stability and settlement risk assessments

ects of municipal and industrial water engineering, from delivering clean water, collecting

D E L I V E R I N G P O S I T I V E I M PAC T S F O R O U R P L A N E T

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Ayesa is a global engineering, technology and consulting services provider with 12,000 employees, 23 locations and 649 million euros in revenues in 2022. Ayesa is ranked #45 in the top 225 engineering firms of the world (ENR:2023). Ayesa provides engineering & consulting services for government, semi-state and private clients in the following sectors: marine and coastal, geoscience, buildings, transportation, energy, environment, water, flooding, waste management and conservation. Visit us here

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Quality: Ayesa is part of Ayesa, a global engineering, technology consulting firm with 6000 employees, 20 locations and 300 million euros in revenues. Ayesa is in the top 50 engineering firms of the world. Ayesa, an Ayesa Company provides engineering & consulting services for government, semi-state and private clients in the following sectors: marine and coastal, geoscience, buildings, transportation, energy, environment, water, flooding, waste management and conservation.