Deal #10799

Myaynigone Village

According to the EMP public meeting held on May 26, 2022, at the Satoketayar Solar Project Site Meeting Hall in Myaynigone Village. The stated objective of the meeting was: ● To disclose project information, including details about the project proponent, construction and operation processes, and project description. ● To discuss the potential environmental and social impacts of the project and the proposed mitigation measures. ● To receive public recommendations and feedback from the community regarding the project.

The sources do not provide a definitive answer as to whether formal "consent" was obtained from the community. The VCS Project Description mentions a generally "positive and supportive attitude" from some residents toward the project. The EMP document concerns and anxieties raised by community members during the meeting.

No mention of physical or economic displacement.

Construction activities, including the operation of machinery, vehicles, and generators, can generate significant noise and vibration, potentially disturbing residents and disrupting daily life. Site clearance, earthmoving, and transportation of materials during construction can contribute to dust emissions, impacting air quality and potentially affecting respiratory health, particularly for vulnerable groups. Construction activities, such as excavation and concrete mixing, along with potential leaks and spills of fuel or chemicals, pose risks to water resources, both surface and groundwater. Community concerns about potential negative impacts on agriculture, including soil contamination and changes in water availability, were raised during the public consultation meeting. Community concerns regarding the long-term risk of fire hazards, particularly given the project's lifespan, were also raised during the consultation meeting.

The construction phase is anticipated to generate employment for various skilled and unskilled workers, including engineers, electricians, machine operators, drivers, and laborers. The EMP Report mentions that the project would require a substantial quantity of materials like sand, gravel, stones, wood, cement, and other construction supplies, potentially creating opportunities for local suppliers and increasing their income. The influx of workers and project personnel could also benefit small-scale traders and vendors, such as food stalls and shops, near the project site.

job created for domestic workers but unclear on the number of jobs for local community