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The project at Epembe, Ohangwena Region, Namibia, involves the development of a new secondary school by the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, designed to accommodate up to 600 learners, including a hostel and teacher housing, on a 20-hectare site located at 17°47'00"S, 16°27'00"E.
Renewal of ECC 3058 Bannerman Mining Resources Namibia would like to apply for a renewal of the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC - 3058) for the Proposed New Water Pipeline in accordance with the Environmental Management Regulations.
Purpose of the ECC for EPL 10173 The Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) is a mandatory requirement for Exclusive Prospecting Licence (EPL) 10173, held by Frampton Investment CC. It ensures that prospecting activities in the Kunene Region, Opuwo Magisterial District, comply with environmental regulations and are conducted responsibly. Key Purposes of the ECC Authorization of Prospecting Activities: The ECC formally permits Frampton Investment CC to conduct prospecting activities, including drilling, trenching, and sampling, within the 19,680.7221-hectare area.
The project involves the establishment of a sophisticated bio-processing facility by Virgo Biotechnology Pty Ltd, a Namibian-owned enterprise, for the sustainable valorization of marine mammal biomass, specifically Cape Fur Seals (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus). This industrial initiative, located on Portion 105 of Henties Bay Townland No. 133, encompasses a 25-hectare site designed to integrate advanced biotechnological processes for comprehensive resource utilization.
The Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for the Fisherman’s Village Affordable Housing Project is required for the subdivision, rezoning, and development of Erf 5757, Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, Erongo Region, Namibia.
Project Overview: Mixed Township and Breakwater Development in Henties Bay This project involves the development of a mixed-use township and breakwater on Portion 114 of the Henties Bay Townland No. 133. The primary objective is to establish a modern, eco-friendly development that aligns with local and international standards while boosting the socio-economic landscape of Henties Bay. Key Features: Land Use: A 25-hectare site south of Henties Bay, featuring 250 middle- and high-class houses, boutique hotels, a shopping mall, institutional land use, and public open spaces.
Nature of Activity: Construction and operation (logistical management of importing and exporting materials, including sulphuric acid, an essential reagent in the mining industry's extraction of uranium (U3O8)) of the sulphuric acid storage and handling facility at Walvis Bay harbor (see Appendix A). Please refer to the background information document (BID) in Appendix B for further details. Location of Activity: Construction of a sulphuric acid storage and handling facilities at the Walvis Bay Port including transport from the WB Port to the Etango Mine (see Appendix A).
The proponent, Messrs Schmidtco Property Developers (Pty) Ltd, through Messrs Erongo Consulting Group, the Environmental Assessment Practitioner, is applying for the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for this township development project because it is a legal requirement under the Environmental Management Act (EMA) No. 7 of 2007 and the accompanying EIA Regulations (2012) in Namibia. The project involves substantial land use changes, construction, and development activities, which are likely to have significant environmental and social impacts. 1.
This application is for the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for the Green Hydrogen, Ammonia Production, and Chemical Storage Facility. The ECC is essential for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainable development. The application encompasses several key components: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): The ECC process includes conducting a thorough EIA to assess potential environmental impacts, such as effects on air quality, water resources, soil, flora, fauna, and community health.
This application is for the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for the Development of a Net Zero Industrial Park: Wind Energy Farm Project at Arandis Townlands, Erongo Region, Namibia. This project is spearheaded by Zero Carbon Namibia and includes a 1GW wind and solar farm, a green hydrogen production facility, a green ammonia/green hydrogen export facility, and a green ammonia production facility. The ECC application is prepared in accordance with the Environmental Management Act (Act No. 7 of 2007) and specifically Regulation No. 29, Section 21.
Executive Summary: The acquisition of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) license is mandated under section 27 of the Environmental Management Act (EMA) of 2007. This requirement applies to all relevant projects. An EIA project report was prepared by NEMA-registered experts at the request of the proponent to assess the environmental impacts of a proposed agricultural technologies business on farm Henties Bay Townland No. 133 in Erongo Region.
The Locomotive and Wagon Workshop is a key component of the Net Zero Industrial Park project in Arandis Townlands, Namibia. Here’s an overview of what the workshop entails: Purpose Maintenance and Refurbishment: The workshop will be used for maintaining and refurbishing locomotives and wagons, ensuring they are operational and efficient. Hydrogen Conversion: It will also focus on converting locomotives and wagons to hydrogen power, aligning with the project's goal of reducing carbon emissions.
The Solar Facility within the Net Zero Industrial Park, the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) application is essential for: 1. Establishing a 1GW solar farm as part of the broader project’s clean energy initiative, which aims to produce renewable energy that will support the operations of the park, including hydrogen production and other facilities. 2. Ensuring the sustainable generation of solar power, which will contribute to reducing carbon emissions and support Namibia's green energy transition. 3.
Project Focus: This project centers on renewing the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for a proposed healthcare facility on a 1.5-hectare public open space (Erf 6288) in Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, Namibia. Environmental Compliance Renewal: The rezoning from public open space to institutional use necessitates an updated EMP to demonstrate continued adherence to Namibia's Environmental Management Act (EMA) and the principles established at the Earth Summit.
The Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) is sought for the proposed mixed-use township development on Portion X, Henties Bay Townland No. 133, in the Erongo Region of Namibia. This certificate is necessary to obtain official approval from regulatory authorities, specifically the Ministry of Environment, Forestry & Tourism, confirming that the proposed development complies with environmental regulations and standards.
Amendment to the existing EIA and EMP for the Mining Licence 39 - change of mining method and processing plant at Rosh Pinah Zinc Corporation's Mine - RP2.0 expansion project.
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| 2247_ECC Old_ ML 39.pdf | 212.05 KB | 
| 2247_Map_ ML 39.pdf | 467.81 KB | 
| 2247_Screening Notice_ ML 39.pdf | 284.34 KB | 
Proposed Mixed-Use Township Development in Henties Bay, Namibia Kandjumbi Construction and Plumbing CC is proposing to develop a mixed-use township on a 25-hectare site in Henties Bay, Namibia. The project will include 200 houses, a 3-star hotel, a shopping mall, institutional land use, and affordable student accommodations. The project is expected to create 350-450 permanent jobs and will be in line with the Henties Bay Zoning Scheme of 2021 and the Henties Bay structure plan.
The Dune 7 Concession, located within Dorob National Park in Walvis Bay, Namibia, has recently been awarded to Sandwich Dune Tours and Safari CC by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism Namibia. This concession has long been a popular recreational area, but its deteriorating state, characterized by littering, vandalized facilities, and inadequate infrastructure, has raised concerns among the public. In response, the Ministry undertook a renovation project to address these issues and improve the overall condition of the site.
ECC for RPZC storage and loading of zinc and lead at Lüderitz Harbor. Renewal of the ECC issued on 2020-07-19. Valid until 2023-07-19.
Continuation of: The small-scale extraction of semi-precious stones through controlled blasting and excavations. ML 135 is located in the Sarusus area within the Skeleton Coast Park, approximately 74 km north-west of Mowe Bay, north of the Khumib River, approximately 3 km inland from the coast. The mining license covers an area of ±1 560 ha.
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| 1407_ECC Old_ML135 in Kunene Region.pdf | 294.84 KB | 
| 1407_Map_ML135 in Kunene Region.pdf | 217.29 KB | 
| 1407_Screening Notice_ML135 in Kunene Region.pdf | 50.21 KB | 
IHS Fund Two (Namibia GP) (Pty) Ltd (the applicant) intends to develop a new housing scheme that will comprise about 427 sectional title dwelling units next to the Dunes Mall on Erf 5748 Walvis Bay. Due to the site’s location and potential for mosquitoes, flies, odour, the applicant has contracted Erongo Consulting Group to prepare the Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping report and Draft Environmental Management Plan for the proposed 2km 315mm closed purified effluent pipeline, which is only conditional upon the occupation of the buildings for residential development.
IHS Fund Two (Namibia GP) (Pty) Ltd (the applicant) intends to develop a new housing scheme that will comprise about 427 sectional title dwelling units next to the Dunes Mall on Erf 5748 Walvis Bay. The applicant has contracted Erongo Consulting Group to prepare the Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping report and Draft Environmental Management Plan. The units will be sold under a sectional title plan, which means that the streets will be privately owned and maintained by the body corporate, rather than by the Walvis Bay Municipality.
To include the Zimcum Substation and Aurus Metering Station in the construction and operation. As well as the 400m powerline from Aurus to Zimcum.
Nature of Activity: Construction of a temporary water pipeline section from the Rössing pipeline via Farm Weizenberg to the Etango Project site. Location of Activity: The proposed pipeline will follow the route of the existing pipeline from the Rössing pipeline take off near the B2 national road to Farm Weizenberg, which currently supplies some of the farms (Weizenberg, Goanikontes) in the Swakop River with water.
The proponent intends to run a salt mining business around 36 kilometers north of Henties Bay. Before the Minister of Mines and Energy can finalize the granting of the mining license, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism must provide compliance certification in the form of an Environmental Clearance.
Erongo Consulting Group (Pty) Ltd was engaged by Interlogix Namibia (Pty) Ltd to compile an Environmental Management Plant (EMP) in accordance with the Environmental Management Act, No. 7 of 2007. Interlogix Namibia herein referred to as the “Interlogix” has been operating a warehouse in Walvis Bay since 2012. Interlogix Namibia, a regional provider of Project Management and Logistics services, is dedicated to operating in a manner that is environmentally friendly.
This is a renewal application for the existing ECC for Bannerman's Etango Linear Infrastructure. The ECC will expire on 19 June 2022. Please find attached the Form 1. No changes have been done to the project, as Bannerman has not started to develop the infrastructure for the Etango Mine.
Construction of a water pipeline section from the base pump station near Swakopmund to the C28 T-turn off. The proposed pipeline will follow the existing Lange Heinrich and Swakop Uranium Mine water pipelines from the base pump station near Swakopmund to the C28 T-turn off. Water supply for the Project is assumed to come from NamWater in the form of desalinated water for the processing and domestic requirements. The same pipeline corridor that is used for the Langer Heinrich and Swakop Uranium Mines will be utilised, branching off from the C28 Road to the Etango Project site.
Geological exploration on EPL 6605. The EPL falls within the Erongo and Khomas Region.
Re: Renewal of Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for the new Nampower Power Line from Obib to Zincum Substation for Rosh Pinah Mine. I refer to the formal renewal application of the ECC that was granted by your office on the 7th May 2014 (Valid for 3 years) The ECC was not renewed as the project was ceased at the time. As Rosh Pinah Mine is in the process to upgrade their operation the project will commence in the next months after the ECC has been obtained. The alignment of the powerline will be from OBIB to ZINCUM substation.
The envisioned EMP for Q&J Namib Metals of Walvis Bay to assess environmental risks posed by their Scrap Yard operations, which include flame cutting, scrap recycling, and salvage operations. The site is situated on erf W2976, 27 8th Street East, Industrial, Walvis Bay. The envisioned EMP will help provide Q&J Namib Metals with options to ensure impacts of the normal operations are minimized. As such, the proponent requires an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) as enshrined under the Environmental Management Act No.
The increase in production will require additional power supply provided by NamPower. NamPower has indicated that the existing 66 kV line would not be able to meet the mine’s power requirements. As all power demands in the area are currently growing, these loads (including to the Sendelingsdrif Mine) would have a negative effect on the security of power supply to RPZC. A New 66 kV line to be constructed from Obib to Zincum substation at Rosh Pinah with the specific purpose of supplying the mine with adequate power.
Dear Madam/Sir this is a renewal application for the existing ECC for Bannerman's Etango Project. The ECC will expire on 10 October 2021. Please find attached the Form 1. No changes have been done to the project, as Bannerman has not started to develop the mine.
LKM proposes to mine the delineated resource area, making use of a small dredge pump vessel with onboard processing facility. Ongoing sampling, resource development, and some detail geophysical survey will cover selected target areas. The same methods were used during the exploration activities over EPL 5965. The Mining Licence application was filed by LKM with MME in October 2019. The techniques required to prospect for and mine diamond resources varies according to the location of the area/operation, i.e. shallow water, mid water or deep-water areas.
This is a renewal application for the ECC-EPL6762-0818 for EPL 6762 hold by E-Tech Kalapuse Mining (Pty) Ltd. The ECC was granted on 03 August 2018.
Renewal of the existing Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for MDRL 3345. The ECC will expire on 12 July 2021. Please let me know, how I can upload the bi-annual audit reports to support the ECC renewal application. This is not a new project, but the webpage started after the ECC was granted.
It is the intention of the proponent to construct about 330 affordable housing units and related infrastructure on a 5- hectare portion of Erf 5757 Kuisebmond for the affordable housing project in Walvis Bay. The proposed site is an unsurveyed / unserviced 5-hectare and situated on the northern edge of Kuisebmond along Independence Avenue. It is currently planned that this erf be partially subdivided into single residential units.
The proponent is planning to embark on an Integrated Animal and Crop Farming initiative at Mubiza Village, which is some 30 km east of Katima Mlilo town, and is quite remote in the Zambezi Region of Namibia. Mwaka Integrated Farming CC has secured a 100-hectare piece of communal land to use for production of crop farming (agronomic) and crocodile rearing. The land of which is administered particularly by the local chiefs whose authority is governed by the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development of Namibia. The proposed area is communal and quite remote in the Zambezi Region of Namibia.
The proposed project is aimed at closing off the Erven as Public Open Spaces and rezoning them to Private Open Spaces. They are located in Swakopmund Proper and measure the following: 379 (1000m2), 402 (982.82m2), 403 (296.87m2), 404 (1376.43m2) and 410 (3991m2). They are in Windhuker Street. Some of the Erven didn’t have access to which is why we needed to redesign them. The Erven have been lying dormant for decades and Council wish to sell them off to individuals, hence the rezoning and closure. They are being rezoned to Private Open Space in order to keep their recreational function.
Commenting of the public on this project will expire at 12h00 on the 2020-08-25.
The ECC application is for the construction of the proposed Swakopmund Smallholding Potable Water Reservoir, and it will consist of the following main elements: • Supply and installation of a prefabricated water treatment plant including all fittings and accessories: • Construction of a concrete storage tank The reservoir will be a reinforced concrete structure, and will have a round shape with a smooth surface. The round shape of the reservoir will result in the strongest and most cost effective solution.
The creation of a Public Street / Road on Portions 180 and 181 of Remainder of Portion B of Swakopmund Town and Townlands No. 41, that will givs access to some of the newly created portions. The proposed public street obtains direct access from Tsavorite Street, and Henties Bay Road. The proposed public street is designed to be an 18m. wide cul-de-sac street. The proposed public street is designed to Swakopmund Council, Ministry of Urban and Rural Development and accepted traffic engineering design standards.
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| 1649_EMP_Creation of A Public Road Swakopmund.pdf | 1.41 MB | 
| 1649_Map_Creation of A Public Road Swakopmund.PDF | 849.72 KB | 
| 1649_Company Profile_Creation of A Public Road Swakopmund.pdf | 810.61 KB | 
The EIA Process and the purpose of this EIA study is to identify the direct and indirect impacts that the development - Integration of crop, pasture, and livestock - , will have on the natural resources, eco-system, and the socio-economic dimensions of the neighbouring communities and populations. The integrated farming system is a commonly used term to explain a more integrated approach to farming compared to monoculture approaches.