APPENDIX I (See paragraph – 6) FORM 1 (I) Basic Information

Sr. Item Details No.

1. Name of the project/s Environmental Clearance for Proposed I.T. Building project to be developed by M/s Trans Asian Shipping Services (P) Ltd. The project requires ordinary earth as part of the development of the site. Ordinary earth is to be in-sourced for the project and hence an integrated Environmental Clearance application is made. 2. S. No. in the schedule 8 (a), Construction Project with built-up area 54,743 sq. m. which is more than 20,000 sq. m. and less than 1,50,000 sq. m. 3. Proposed capacity / area / length / IT Building Project tonnage to be handled/command Total Plot Area = 0.8339 ha. area/lease area/ number of wells to (8,337.40 sq. m.) be drilled Total Built-up Area = 54,743 sq. m.

Plot area of the land from where ordinary earth to be in-sourced = 0.5558 ha. 4. New/Expansion/Modernization New ( Proposed I.T. Building Project ) 5. Existing capacity/area etc., N.A. 6. Category of Project i.e. ‘A’ or ‘B’ Category ‘B’ 7. Does it attract the general condition? NO If yes, please specify 8. Does it attract the specific condition? NO If yes, please specify 9. Location IT Building project at Sy. No. 86/1 part, 98/1 part, 98/5 part, 102/5 part, Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode- Puthencruz Panchayat, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

Ordinary Earth Site at Sy. No. 224/2, 224/24, Block No. 45, Aikkaranadu North Village, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala Plot/Survey/Khasra No. IT Building Project Sy. No. 86/1 part, 98/1 part, 98/5 part, 102/5 part

Ordinary Earth Site at Sy. No. 224/2, 224/24. Village IT Building Project - Puthencruz & Ordinary Earth site- Aikkaranadu North

Village Tehsil Kunnathunadu District Ernakulam State Kerala 10. Nearest railway station/airport along The nearest railway station (Thripunithura with distance in Kms Railway Station) is about 13 Km. and Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery is about 17 Km. (aerial distance) away from the project site. 11. Nearest Town, city, District Puthencruz town Headquarters along with distance in Kochi City District Headquarters - (Civil Kms Station Kakkanad – 6.5 km.) 12 Village Panchayats, Zilla Parishad, Village Office, Puthencruz Village, Municipal Corporation, Local body Vadavukode Block, Ernakulam District, (complete postal addresses with Kerala-682308. telephone nos. to be given) Mobile No. 09446066484.

Grama Panchayat Office, Vadavukodu- Puthencruz, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala-682310. Ph. 0484-2730033. 13 Name of the applicant M/s Trans Asian Shipping Services (P) Ltd. 14 Registered Address Trans Asia Corporate Park, XIV/396-C, Seaport Airport Road, Chittethukara, kakkanad, Cochin, Kerala-682037. Address for correspondence : Ms. MARYLIN JOHNSON, Director M/s Trans Asian Shipping Services (P) Ltd. Trans Asia Corporate Park, XIV/396-C, Seaport Airport Road, Chittethukara, Kakkanad, Cochin, Kerala-682037. Name Mrs. MARYLIN JOHNSON Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO) Director Address Ms. MARYLIN JOHNSON, Director M/s Trans Asian Shipping Services (P) Ltd. Trans Asia Corporate Park, XIV/396-C, Seaport Airport Road, Chittethukara, Kakkanad, Cochin, Kerala-682037. Pin Code Kerala-682037 E-Mail [email protected] & [email protected] Telephone No. 0484-4096000, Mobile No. 09961345053 Fax No. 0484-2427947 16 Details of Alternative Sites examined, Not Applicable if any. Location of these sites should Village-District-State be shown on a topo sheet 1. 2. 17 Interlinked Projects The application is for obtaining Environmental Clearance for IT Building Construction Project and for the development of the site, ordinary earth is required. The application for obtaining Environmental Clearance for in-sourcing of the ordinary earth is also submitted. 18 Whether separate application of NO interlinked projects has been

submitted? 19 If yes, date of submission N.A. 20. If no, reason For the development of the site for IT Building Construction project, ordinary earth is required. The application for obtaining Environmental Clearance for in- sourcing of the ordinary earth is submitted along with the Environmental Clearance application for the IT Project. 21 Whether the proposal involves approval/clearance under: If yes, details of the same and their status to be given. (a) The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980? NO (b) The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972? NO (c) The C.R.Z Notification,1991 ? NO 22 Whether there is any Government NO Order/Policy relevant/relating to the site? 23 Forest land involved (hectares) NO 24 Whether there is any litigation pending NO against the project and/or land in which the project is propose to be set up? (a) Name of the Court (b) Case No. (c) Orders/directions of the Court, if any and its relevance with the proposed project.

(II) Activity 1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.) Sr. Information/Checklist Yes Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation / No quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 1.1 Permanent or temporary change in Yes There will be permanent change in land use, land cover or land use, land cover or topography topography including increase in including increase in intensity of land intensity of land use (with respect use. to local land use plan) Infopark Phase-2 campus is declared by Ministry of Commerce & Industry vide Gazette Notification dt. 6 th March, 2012 as Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for a total area of 39.6281 ha.

The project site is located within the Infopark Phase-2 campus and in the Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode- Puthencruz Grama Panchayat, Ernakulam District. The project is being developed in the Infopark Special Economic Zone (a society wholly controlled by Government of

Kerala) complex. The Infopark Phase-2 campus is declared as Industrial area by Govt. of Kerala.

The topography of the site is low lying. For the site development, ordinary earth is required. A land is identified for in-sourcing of earth.

The land for the project is leased to M/s Trans Asian Shipping Services Pvt. Ltd. by Infoparks Kerala for a period of 90 years.

During construction phase, about 200 workers (daily average) will be at site. During operation phase on full occupancy of proposed complex, the maximum population expected is 2,812 persons (floating population) and hence there is increase in the intensity of land use. (Source: population is calculated based on NBC). 1.2 Clearance of existing land, Yes For the development of the proposed vegetation and buildings? site the existing land / vegetation will be cleared from the site. Also, from the site where the ordinary earth will be in-sourced, clearance of existing vegetation will be carried out. 1.3 Creation of new land uses? Yes The proposed site is earmarked for the development of I.T. Building within Infopark campus. It is proposed to construct I.T. Building along with supporting infrastructure. The site from where the ordinary earth would be in-sourced, eco-restoration would be carried out. 1.4 Pre-construction investigations Yes Pre-construction Soil Investigation has e.g. bore houses, soil testing? been carried out for the site. As per the bore-hole soil investigation report, the water table is at 0.10 m. below the ground level. As per investigation, the upper layer of the soil upto 2.70 – 5.30 m below ground level is very soft clay, 5.30 m to 8.70 m lateritic clayey sand, 8.70 m to 11.30 m medium dense clayey sand, 11.30 m to 11.50 there is soft rock and below 11.50 m hard rock is encountered. 1.5 Construction works? Yes Construction of I.T. building. Internal roads for movement inside the complex will be constructed. 1.6 Demolition works? No Not applicable

1.7 Temporary sites used for No All the construction activity including construction works or housing of stalking of building materials will be construction workers? confined within the project site only and temporary shed would be constructed for storage of cement and other construction materials. Labour hutments for about 200 workers are proposed within the site. 1.8 Above ground buildings, Yes It is proposed to construct I.T. structures or earthworks including building with supporting linear structures, cut and fill or infrastructure. The maximum height of excavations the building will be of 73 m. The project required ordinary earth as part of the development of the site. The earth cutting will be made from the land identified for in-sourcing of ordinary earth for the development of the construction site. 1.9 Underground works including No No underground works including mining or tunneling? mining / tunneling required. 1.10 Reclamation works? No No reclamation work required. 1.11 Dredging? No No dredging work required. 1.12 Offshore structures? No No offshore structure required. 1.13 Production and manufacturing No No production / manufacturing process processes? involved. 1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or Yes Separate raw material store of cement materials? and other construction materials will be made within the project premises. Bricks and steel will be laid in open. 1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal Yes Construction phase :- of solid waste or liquid effluents? Solid waste generation from the project during construction phase will be about 80 Kg/day and liquid effluent will be about 11 KL/day. The non- biodegradable waste and other packaging material will be sold to the vendors. Bio-bin system will be provided for the disposal of bio- degradable solid waste and a sewage treatment plant will be installed for the treatment of sewage from the labour colony. Operation phase :- Solid waste generation will be about 822 Kg/day and which will be collected separately as Bio-degradable and Non- biodegradable waste as per the MSW Rules, 2000. The non-biodegradable and recyclable waste would be sold to the recyclers. The biodegradable from STP would be sent to the OWC (organic waste converter) to be developed within the premises. Further, the spent oil from the D.G. sets (defined as hazardous waste) will be sold to C.P.C.B. approved

recyclers. e-Waste :-  Discarded computer parts, monitor, key boards etc. constitutes e-waste and this waste will be stored in an earmarked area.  E-waste will be generated after 4-5 years latency period  Separate earmarked space will be provided for e-waste storage.  E-waste will be disposed as per E Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2012.  A MoU will be made with Kerala Enviro Infrastructure Ltd. (KSPCB approved e-waste recycler) for the disposal of e-waste. Effluent :- The domestic sewage about 102 KL/day will be generated which will be treated through Sewage Treatment Plant to be developed within the project premises. 1.16 Facilities for long term housing of No The proposed project is an I.T. operational workers? building project and operational workers will be hired locally and therefore no accommodation facility proposed for operational workers. 1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during No I.T. Building project including its construction or operation? services, roads and boundary wall will be constructed inside the project. 1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne or No Not applicable other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc? 1.19 Closure or diversion of existing No Not applicable transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements? 1.20 New or diverted transmission lines No Not applicable or pipelines? 1.21 Impoundment, damming, No No impoundment, damming, culverting, culverting, realignment or other realignment or other changes to the changes to the hydrology of hydrology of surface water courses is watercourses or aquifers? proposed. 1.22 Stream crossings? No Not applicable 1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water Yes Provision for use of Well / Open well form ground or surface waters? for meeting the domestic water requirement during non-rainy days & public supply failure during operation phase. 1.24 Changes in water bodies or the No Not applicable land surface affecting drainage or run-off? 1.25 Transport of personnel or Yes Transportation of personnel / material materials for construction, during the construction and operation operation or decommissioning? phase is envisaged. In the

construction phase, approx. 12 trucks / day is envisaged for transportation of materials. 1.26 Long-term dismantling or No Not applicable decommissioning or restoration works? 1.27 Ongoing activity during No Not applicable decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment? 1.28 Influx of people to an area in No The proposed project is an I.T. either temporarily or permanently? building project and the proposed project would provide job facilities for about 2,556 persons for I.T. staff & 256 persons of housing keeping staff in the operation phase and about 200 nos. of labourers (skilled/unskilled) during construction phase. Further, on full occupancy of the project, the maximum population expected is 2,812 Persons (floating population). 1.29 Introduction of alien species? No Not applicable 1.30 Loss of native species or genetic Yes The project site during the site diversity? development clearance, loss of existing vegetation is expected. 1.31 Any other actions? None

2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non - renewable or in short supply): S. Information/checklist Yes Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation / No quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 2.1 Land especially undeveloped Yes Plot area 0.8339 ha. is the undeveloped or agricultural land (ha) land and there are different varieties of trees, grass, shrubs, herbs existing at site

Plot area from where the ordinary earth for the development of the site to be in- sourced is 0.5558 ha. is the undeveloped land and there are different varieties of grass, shrubs, herbs existing at site. 2.2 Water (expected source & Yes Construction phase :– competing users) unit: KLD The water consumption during construction phase is for meeting the domestic requirement of the construction labourers and for construction activities. The domestic water requirement is expected to be 14 KL per day and for construction purposes would be about 15 KL per day. The source of water is from KEPIP / Infopark water supply for meeting the

domestic water requirement and for construction activities. Also, the source of water is from treated water from STP and stored rain water within the site. Operation Phase The total daily domestic water consumption for the proposed project would be 127 KLD (which includes fresh water requirement of 78 KL) (taken @ 45 ltr. per capital per day for staffs). The sources of water during operation phase for the proposed project are: - 1. Kinfra Export Promotion Industrial Parks Ltd. (KEPIP) / Infopark water supply / Kerala Water Supply (KWA) (Non-Rainy days) (Non-Flushing Req.) 2. Roof Rain Water (concurrent use) (Rainy Days) (Non-Flushing Req.), 3. Ground Water / Open Well (Non-Rainy days) (Non-Flushing Req.) and 4. Treated waste water from STP (Flushing & HVAC Req.) (Entire Year)

The water supply and other external infrastructure facilities would be provided by Infopark which in turn will take these services from Kinfra Export Promotion Industrial Parks Limited (KEPIP). The details regarding the water consumption related items are provided at daily water balance chart and daily water consumption chart attached as Appendix 1, 2 & 3 respectively./

2.3 Minerals (MT) No Not Applicable

2.4 Construction material – stone, Yes Steel : 28,260 MT, Sand: 65,029 cu.m., aggregates, sand / soil Hollow Blocks & Cement Blocks: 45,207 (expected source – MT) cu.m., Cement : 2,15,130 Bags Source : Local market

2.5 Forests and timber (source – Yes Wood shall be used for frame of doors & MT) windows however recyclable wood shall be used for doors. 2.6 Energy including electricity and Yes Total Power Req. : 2,900 kVA fuels (source, competing users) Power Source: Kerala State Electricity Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW) Board. Total capacity of D.G. Sets proposed (1,010 kVA x 4 nos. + 500 kVA x 1 no.) (Standby power back up arrangement) Fuel – Low Sulphur HSD

2.7 Any other natural resources Yes Ordinary earth for site development is (use appropriate standard required and the same will be in- units) sourced. The total quantity of ordinary earth required is about 22,914 cu. m.

3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health.

S. Information/Checklist Yes / Details thereof (with approximate N. confirmation No quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 3.1 Use of substances or materials, Yes This is an I.T. building project and no which are hazardous (as per storage of hazardous chemicals ( as per MSIHC rules) to human health MSIHC Rules ) will be done, apart from or the environment (flora, diesel storage for D.G. Sets which will be fauna, and water supplies) operated only during emergency and suitable arrangement will be adopted for the same. It will be stored in HDPE drums and in covered rooms under lock and key. 3.2 Changes in occurrence of No Suitable drainage and waste management disease or affect disease measures will be adopted in both the vectors (e.g. insect or water construction and operation phase which borne diseases) will restrict stagnation of water or accumulation of water within the site & the surroundings. This will effectively restrict the reproduction and growth of disease vectors. Further, appropriate sanitation facility will be provided at site during construction phase & operation phase. Good house keeping and hygienic measures will be followed during construction and operation phase to avoid any cause which can lead to occurrence of disease. 3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. No No use, storage, treatment, handling or by changing living conditions? production of any hazardous chemicals or materials or substances in the proposed project. 3.4 Vulnerable groups of people No Not applicable. There is no storage of any who could be affected by the material within the site which will affect project e.g. hospital patients, the vulnerable groups of people. children, the elderly etc., 3.5 Any other causes None

4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month) S. Information/Checklist Yes / Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation No quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine Yes Large boulders may be present in the sub wastes soil of the land from where ordinary earth will be in-sourced. Such boulders will be the waste. The construction debris at building construction site will be used for back filling purposes.

4.2 Municipal waste (domestic Yes There will be about 80 kg of municipal and or commercial solid waste during construction phase. wastes) The total Municipal solid waste to be generated from the proposed project would be about 422 Kg/day on full occupancy during operation phase. 4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Yes The oil used in the D.G. sets (as a Hazardous Waste standby source of power) after certain of Management Rules) hours of operation, needs to be changed. This used oil from the D.G. Sets will be sold to the CPCB approved recyclers. The list of authorized recyclers are M/s Perfect Alloys, Chengannur, M/s Peejay Enterprises, Thiruvalla, M/s Excel Petrochemicals, Kochi & M/s Cee Jee Lubricants, Aluva are the approved recyclers for discarded batteries & used oil located in Kerala. Used oil will be stored in HDPE drums in isolated covered facility. e-Waste :-  Discarded computer parts, monitor, key boards etc. constitutes e-waste and this waste will be stored in an earmarked area.  E-waste will be generated after 4-5 years latency period  Separate earmarked space will be provided for e-waste storage.  e-waste will be disposed as per E Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2012.  A MoU will be made with Kerala Enviro Infrastructure Ltd. (KSPCB approved e-waste recycler) for the disposal of e-waste. 4.4 Other industrial process No Not applicable wastes 4.5 Surplus product No Not applicable 4.6 Sewage sludge or other Yes The sludge from S.T.P. will be partially sludge from effluent recycled for enhancing biological treatment treatment and the excess sludge will be sent to the filter press attached to the STP and the de-canted sludge will be used as manure in green area during operation phase. 4.7 Construction or demolition Yes Construction waste will be used for back wastes filling purposes. 4.8 Redundant machinery or No Not applicable equipment 4.9 Contaminated soils or other No Not applicable materials 4.10 Agricultural wastes No Not applicable 4.11 Other solid wastes Yes Some horticulture waste will be generated and which will be sent disposed

accordingly.

5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr) S. Information/Checklist Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation Yes / quantities / rates, wherever possible) with No source of information data 5.1 Emissions from combustion of Yes The operation of proposed project does fossil fuels from stationary or not envisage any major air pollutant mobile sources generating sources except D.G. Sets and vehicular movement during construction phase and operation phase. It is proposed to install the D.G. set of 62.5 kVA capacity during construction phase and 1,010 kVA x 4 nos. + 500 kVA x 1 no. during operation phase. 5.2 Emissions from production No Not applicable. No production activity processes envisaged. 5.3 Emissions from materials Yes This will be restricted to the construction handling including storage or phase and within the project site only. transport 5.4 Emissions from construction Yes Dust will be generated during unloading of activities including plant and construction materials, drilling and equipment grinding operations etc. This will be restricted to the construction phase and within the project site only. The other source of emission is from D.G sets 62.5 kVA of 1 no. which will be used during construction phase. 5.5 Dust or odours from handling Yes During construction phase dust will be of materials including generated during the handling of construction materials, construction materials. Sprinklers for sewage and waste suppression of dust will be installed during construction phase to minimize the dust generation. Wind breakers (i.e. barricades with GI sheets) or using shade nets will be used for dust control. 5.6 Emissions from incineration of No Not applicable, no incineration proposed. waste 5.7 Emissions from burning of No Not applicable waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris) 5.8 Emissions from any other No Not applicable sources

6.0 Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat: Yes / Details thereof (with approximate S. Information / Checklist No quantities/rates, wherever possible) with No. confirmation source of information data 6.1 From operation of equipment Yes During construction, the machinery used e.g. engines, ventilation plant, for construction will be of highest crushers standards and will be of reputed make and will adhere to international standards. These standards itself take care of noise generated from these machines. The

construction involved is I.T. building, no heavy machinery is required. Hence insignificant impacts due to construction machinery are envisaged. The source of vibration from the project is during construction of the building. Pile foundation work generate vibration. The PPV levels from the pile driver would be maintained within 15 mm / sec. at 15 m. from the source of generation. Therefore, there will not be any damage due to the pile work to the nearby structures. Apart from this, the construction activity will be restricted to day time only. Noise will be created from operation of D.G. sets but all the D.G. sets shall be silent generators to restrict the noise within the permissible limit. 6.2 From industrial or similar No Not applicable processes 6.3 From construction or Yes Due to the various construction activities, demolition there will be short term noise impacts in the immediate vicinity of the project site. The construction activity will include the following noise generation activities: Operation of D.G. Sets, concreting mixing and excavation. 6.4 From blasting or piling No No blasting or mechanized piling will be used in the construction phase. 6.5 From construction or Yes Some amount of noise will be generated operational traffic from vehicular movement in the construction and operation phase. 6.6 From lighting or cooling Yes The I.T. office area will be centrally air systems conditioned and cooling system will be installed in the project. 6.7 From any other sources No Not applicable

7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea: S. Information/Checklist Yes Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation / No quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 7.1 From handling, storage, use No Used Oil from the D.G. Sets will be stored or spillage of hazardous in HDPE drums and will be kept at a materials separate place and sold to CPCB approved recyclers. Therefore there is no risk of contamination due to used oil. The storage of used oil will be in such that no spillage of hazardous materials. 7.2 From discharge of sewage or No Sewage will be disposed off through other effluents to water or the Sewage Treatment Plant to be developed land (expected mode and within the premises both during place of discharge) construction and operation phase. There is no chance of spillage or discharge of sewage and all the sewage will be channelized properly through closed pipes

to the STP. The sewage after treatment will be utilized for flushing, horticulture & make up water for cooling tower attached with HVAC system purposes. 7.3 By deposition of pollutants No There is no emission except of D.G. set s. emitted to air into the land or By use of low sulphur diesel, the emission into water from the D.G. sets will be within the norms. 7.4 From any other sources No Not applicable 7.5 Is there a risk of long term No Not applicable build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources?

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment S. Information/Checklist Yes Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation / No quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 8.1 From explosions, spillages, No This is basically an I.T. building project. fires etc from storage, The chances of explosions, spillages, fire handling, use or production of are minimal. hazardous substances During construction all the labours will be provided with suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) as required under the health & safety norms. Training and awareness about the safety norms will be provided to all supervisors and labours involved in construction activity. An agreement will be signed with the contractor which will clearly deals with the safety aspects during construction. No major hazardous waste is being stored within the project site. No Industrial or process activity is involved in this project hence chances of chemical hazards and accidents are minimal. However, suitable fire fighting measures will be provided. 8.2 From any other causes No Not applicable 8.3 Could the project be affected No As per seismic classification, the project by natural disasters causing site falls in Zone-III. No reported environmental damage (e.g. cloudburst in the area. Also, there is no floods, earthquakes, hilly area around the project site and landslides, cloudburst etc)? hence no chance of landslide.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality

S. Information/Checklist Details thereof (with approximate No. confirmation Yes quantities/rates, wherever possible) with / No source of information data 9.1 Lead to development of Appropriate infrastructure like roads, supporting utilities, ancillary power supply, waste management and development or development waste water treatment will be developed stimulated by the project which within the site so that chances of could have impact on the occurrence of any adverse impacts are

environment e.g.: minimized.

During construction skilled, unskilled and • Supporting infrastructure Yes professional work force including (roads, power supply, waste or temporary and permanent employees shall waste water treatment, etc.) be hired locally in order to generate the employment to the local people. While during the project operation stage for the purpose of day-to-day maintenance, workers will be employed. Moreover, more employment will be created as a result of positive induced development in the immediate vicinity of project site.

• housing development No Not applicable

• extractive industries No Not applicable

• supply industries No Not applicable

• other Yes IT / ITES Services

9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, No Not applicable which could have an impact on the environment 9.3 Set a precedent for later No Not applicable developments 9.4 Have cumulative effects due to No Not applicable proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects

(III) Environmental Sensitivity

S. Name/ Aerial distance (within 15 No. Areas Identity km.) Proposed project location boundary 1 Areas protected under Kadambrayar Within about 500 m. international conventions, River national or local legislation for their ecological, Chitrapuzha River About 1.5 km. landscape, cultural or other related value Arabian sea About 15 km.

Dutch palace & About 13 km., Mattancherry Jewish Synagogue

Mangalavanam About 11 km. Bird Sanctuary 2 Areas which are important or Kadambrayar Within about 500 m. sensitive for ecological River reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water Chitrapuzha River About 1.5 km. bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, Arabian sea About 15 km. forests

Mangalavanam About 11 km. Bird Sanctuary 3 Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species Mangalavanam About 11 km. of flora or fauna for breeding, Bird Sanctuary nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration 4 Inland, coastal, marine or Kadambrayar Within about 500 m. underground waters River, Chitrapuzha River, About 1.5 km. Arabian sea About 15 km. 5 State, National boundaries No None within the area 6 Routes or facilities used by No Not applicable the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas 7 Defense installations Kochi CSD Depot, About 9.7 km. Southern Naval Command Located within 12 km. 8 Densely populated or built-up Kochi City Project site is within the city area limit and is a densely populated 9 Areas occupied by sensitive Hospitals, Within the 15 km. radius. man-made land uses schools, places of (hospitals, schools, places of worship, worship, community facilities) community facilities 10 Areas containing important, No None within the area high quality or scarce resources (ground water resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals) 11 Areas already subjected to No No critically polluted area is pollution or environmental located within 15 km. radius. damage. (those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded) 12 Areas susceptible to natural No The project area and it’s hazard which could cause surroundings falls under the project to present Zone-III, according to the environmental problems Indian Standards Seismic (earthquakes, subsidence, Zoning Map and falls in Zone- landslides, erosion, flooding III. No reported earth quake, or extreme or adverse subsidence, erosion, climatic conditions) cloudburst in the area or in its surroundings. Also, there is no hilly area around the project site, there is no chance of landslide.

(IV). Proposed Terms of Reference for EIA studies Ans. The project is having built-up area 54,743 sq. m. and which is less than 1,50,000 sq.m. and therefore, as per EIA Notification, 2006, the project falls under 8 (a) and hence EIA Studies is not required for this project.

APPENDIX II

( See paragraph 6 )

FORM-1 A

(Only for construction projects listed under item 8 of the Schedule)

(Environmental Clearance for Proposed I.T. Building project to be developed by M/s TRANS ASIAN SHIPPING SERVICES (P) LTD. (The project requires ordinary earth as part of the development of the site. Therefore, ordinary earth is to be in-sourced for the project and hence an integrated Environmental Clearance application is made)

IT Building Construction Project at (Sy. No. 86/1 part, 98/1 part, 98/5 part, 102/5 part, Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode-Puthencruz Panchayat, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala) and In-sourcing of Ordinary Earth Site at Sy. No. 224/2, 224/24, Block No. 45, Aikkaranadu North Vi llage, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

CHECK LIST OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

(Project proponents are required to provide full information and wherever necessary attach explanatory notes with the Form and submit along with proposed environmental management plan & monitoring programme)

1.0 LAND ENVIRONMENT (Attach panoramic view of the project site and the vicinity)

1.1. Will the existing land use get significantly altered from the project that is not consistent with the surroundings? (Proposed land use must conform to the approved Master Plan / Development Plan of the area. Change of land use if any and the statutory approval from the competent authority be submitted). Attach Maps of (i) site location, (ii) surrounding features of the proposed site (within 500 meters) and (iii)the site (indicating levels & contours) to appropriate scales. If not available attach only conc eptual plans.

Ans. The proposed I.T. project site is located within the Infopark Phase -2 campus and in the Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode -Puthencruz Grama Panchayat, Ernakulam District. The project is being developed within the Infopark Special Economic Zone Phase-2 (a society wholly controlled by Government of Kerala) complex. The vicinity map and satellite map showing the location of the project site & it’s surrounding features is attached as Appendix 4, 5 & 6. The survey map showing the topographical spot levels of the site is attached as Appendix 7 & 8. The conceptual plan showing the proposed IT building block, location of STP, WTP, Solid waste storage & process area, e -waste, electrical services, green belt, parking space, rain water storage sumps, entry / exit to the project site, internal traffic circulation roads etc. are attached as Appendix No. 9.

1.2. List out all the major project requirements in terms of the land area, built up area, water consumption, power requirement, connectivity, commun ity facilities, parking needs etc. Ans. The major project requirements for the IT Building project are mentioned below:-

Objective of the project = I.T. Building Project

Total plot area 0.8339 ha. (8,337.4 sq. m.) Permissible Proposed Ground Coverage 3,334.96 sq. m. (40%) 3,318.94 sq. m. (39.80%) Total open area 5,002.44 sq. m. (60%) 5,018.46 sq. m. (60.19%) FAR 33,349.60 sq. m. (@4.0) 33,349.60 sq. m. (@4.0) Total Built-up area … 54,743 sq. m.

Total Cost of the Project = Rs. 110 Crores

Max. No. of Floors = Ground to 6 th floor (Parking Level) + 7 th to 19 th Floors (Office area)

Max. height of the building = 73 m.

Total Domestic Water Req. = 127 KL / day

Sewage Generation = 102 KL / day

Sewage Disposal Facility = Sewage Treatment Plant & Recycling

Treated Water Available = 92 KL / day

Sources of Water = Supply from Kerala Export Promotion Industrial Parks Ltd. (KEPIP) / Infopark (Non-Rainy days) (Non-Flushing Req.), Well / Open Well (Non-Rainy days) (Non-Flushing Req.) Roof Rain Water (concurrent use) (Rainy Days) (Non-Flushing Req.) and Treated waste water from STP (Flush ing Req.) (Entire Year)

Total Power Requirement = 2,900 kVA

Source of Power = Kerala State Electricity Board & D.G. Sets (standby)

Capacity of D.G. Sets = 1,010 kVA x 4 nos. + 500 kVA x 1 no.

Parking Proposed = 648 Cars + 797 Two Wheelers

Connectivity : The main access to the project site is from 18 m. wide existing tarred road within Infopark Phase-2 complex and which is connected to Seaport -Airport Road located at 9 km. from the project site. N.H.-47, N.H.-17 & N.H.-49 are the National Highway and Ernakulam-Kottayam State highway are located within 15 km. from the project site.

Nearest Railway station is Thripunithura Railway Station which is at 13 km. and Airport is Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery at about 17 km. (aerial distance) away from the project site.

The details of the daily water requirement balance chart ( rainy days & non – rainy days ) is provided. Also attached is the activity wise population & daily water consumption details are attached as Appendix No. 1, 2 & 3 respectively.

1.2. What are the likely impacts of the proposed activity on the existing facilities adjacent to the proposed site? (Such as open spaces, community facilities, details of the existing land use, disturbance to the local ecology).

Ans. The proposed I.T. project site is located within the Infopark Phase -2 campus and in the Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode-Puthencruz Grama Panchayat, Ernakulam District. There would be no negative impacts on the existing facilities adjacent to the proposed site. The proposed project has provision for (i) Treatment of sewage and it’s entire recycling thereby the there is no discharge to the external drainage system or to the land or to any water body. (ii) By the use of stored rain water and the use of treated wate r from STP, the abstraction of fresh water from ground is not required and hence no depletion of ground water. The source of water for the project is from KINFRA dedicated water supply scheme to Infopark phase -2 and hence no impact to the water supply to the public. (iii) The project has made provision for roof rain water storage tanks of total 700 KL capacity will use as source of water during rainy days. (iv) By the OWC (organic waste converter) to be installed within the project site, the bio-degradable solid waste disposal will be managed within the site thereby no additional loading to the Common Solid waste disposal system. (v) There are various shrubs & herbs etc. existing at site and for the development of the proposed site these will be cleared from the site. As part of the eco restoration, large number of saplings of native species would be planted. Due to the eco restoration, the impact to floral and faunal ecology will be short term and the ecology will be enhanced.

1.4. Will there be any significant land disturbance resulting in erosion, subsidence & instability? (Details of soil type, slope analysis, vulnerability to subsidence, seismicity etc may be given).

Ans. There will be land disturbances due to the proposed construction project. There are chances of soil erosion from the project site during rainy days. The project site falls within Zone-III as per the seismological classification map of India. There is no history of subsidence of the project site or it’s surroundings in the past. As reported that the water table is at 0.10 m. below the ground level. The project site a low lying area and require ordinary earth for site leveling and the same will be in -sourced from other identified / earmarked site which is about 13 km away from the projec t site. The total estimated earth required for site leveling / filling is about 22,914 cu. mtr.

1.5. Will the proposal involve alteration of natural drainage systems? (Give details on a contour map showing the natural drainage near the proposed project site)

Ans. There is a level difference of about +2 m. and the natural drainage pattern is towards north side. The contour map showing the natural drainage of the proposed project site is provided. The proposed development does not affect the drainage pattern of the site and surroundings. There is a storm water drain available around the project site within Infopark Phase -2 complex.

1.6. What are the quantities of earthwork involved in the construction activity -cutting, filling, reclamation etc. (Give details of the quantities of earthwork involved, transport of fill materials from outside the site etc.)

Ans. Excavation of earthwork for the foundation of structures will be carried out. The project site is a low lying area. For the site developmental works , ordinary earth is required. The expected total quantity of ordinary earth required for the developmental work will be of about 22,914 cu. m. For this purpose, the project proponent has identified a site for in -sourcing the ordinary earth located at about 13 km from the project site.

1.7. Give details regarding water supply, waste handling etc. during the construction period.

Ans. Construction phase – It is expected to have about 200 workers (average) during construction phase. The water requirement during construction period is from the Kinfra Export Promotion Industrial Parks Ltd. (KEPIP) / Infopark water supply and Ground Water / Open well available within the project site. The domestic water requirement is expected to be 14 KL per day and for construction purposes would be about 15 KL per day. Further, by using of ready mix concrete (RMC) & curing agents, the water will be reduced substantially. The major part of the construction water requirement will be fully consumed. The sewage generation from labourers during construction period would be about 11 KL/day and this quantity of domestic waste would be disposed through a mobile STP to be installed at the labour colony. The treated sewage will be used for meeting the landscape requirement. The non bio - degradable waste, the empty cement bags, other packaging materials etc. would be disposed to the vendors. The bio-degradable solid waste from the labour colony will be disposed in a bio-bin system for microbial composting from the labour colony.

1.8. Will the low lying areas & wetlands get altered? (Provide details of how low lying and wetlands are getting modified from the proposed activity)

Ans. The project which is in Infopark Phase-2 campus is a low lying area. The project required ordinary earth as part of the developmental work at site. The project proponent has identified a site located at about 13 km from the project site for the in-sourcing of earth. The total quantity of earth required

for the developmental work is expected to be 23,912 cu. m. All measures will be taken for the natural drainage of the area unaffected by the filling of the land.

1.9. Whether construction debris & waste during construction cause health hazard? (Give quantities of various types of wastes generated during construction including the construction labour and the means of disposal)

Ans. The construction waste consists of earth, debris concrete, lumber, m asonry and cardboards which are about 35%, 15%, 12% and 10% respectively. Construction waste would be disposed for backfilling purposes. The bio - degradable food waste from the construction labourers will be disposed in a bio-bin system for microbial composting from the labour colony. The non- biodegradable waste will be stored and sold to the vendors. The packaging material like cement bags etc. would also be sold to the vendors.

2.0 WATER ENVIRONMENT

2.1. Give the total quantity of water requirement for the p roposed project with the breakup of requirements for various uses. How will the water requirement met? State the sources & quantities and furnish a water balance statement.

Ans. The details are provided below:- CONSTRUCTION PHASE The water requirement during construction phase are for construction purposes and for the domestic water requirements of the construction workers. The construction water requirement is expected to be 15 KL/day and for domestic purposes is estimated to be 1 4 KL/day. The water requirement during the construction phase will be met from the stored rain water & (KEPIP) / Infopark water supply and large diameter open well.

OPERATION PHASE The total daily water requirement, water balance chart and source of water during the operation phase of the project calculated on the basis of full occupancy are mentioned below: -

Total Domestic Water Req. = 127 KL / day

Fresh water requirement = 78 KL / day

Sewage Generation = 102 KL / day

Sewage Disposal Facility = Sewage Treatment Plant & Recycling

Treated Water Available = 92 KL / day

Source of Water of water is from :-

 Kinfra Export Promotion Industrial Parks Ltd. (KEPIP) / Infopark supply  Roof Rain Water (concurrent use) (Rainy days) (Non -Flushing Req.),

 Large diameter open well (Non-Rainy days) (Non-Flushing Req.) and  Treated waste water from STP (Flushing Req.) (Entire Year)

The project has made provision for rain water storage tank of 700 KL capacity will be used for the concurrent use of water and sto red rain water for the non rainy days and hence the availability of water is ensured. The Water Balance Chart ( rainy days & non -rainy days ) is attached. The activity wise population & daily water consumption details are attached.

2.2. What is the capacity (dependable flow or yield) of the proposed source of water?

CONSTRUCTION PHASE Ans. During construction phase, the source is from the KEPIP / Infopark water supply, a large diameter open well & recycled water from STP & rain water storage tank. With the estimated construction phase water requirement of about 29 KL/day (14 KDL + 15 KLD) extending for a period of about 36 months, this source is dependable. Yield study was carried out for a well of depth 5.5 m and diamete r 2.50 m located in the land adjacent to the project site and the safe yield is found to be 6,000 ltr. / day.

OPERATION PHASE The source of water for the proposed project during operation phase will be water from the proposed rain water collection tank within the site of for meeting the water requirement for non -flushing ( during rainy days). Also, it proposed to construct STP for the treatment of domestic sewage. During non-rainy days, the source of water is from stored rain water tanks, KEPIP water supply / Infopark water supply and a large diameter open well for meeting the non-flushing water requirement. The treated water from STP would meet the water requirement for flushing, horticulture & cooling requirements. Therefore by these sources and by an integrated water management approach, a dependable source of water is ensured. Further details are provided in water balance chart which is provided. The yield study carried out for the open well situated near the project site is provided at Appendix 15.

2.3. What is the quality of water required, in case, the supply is not from a municipal source? (Provide physical, chemical, biological characteristics with class of water quality)

Ans. The source of water for the proposed project will be from stored rain water during rainy days & non-rainy days for non-flushing purposes, well / open well water, KEPIP supply / Infopark Water supply & treated sewage for meeting the flushing water requirement. It is proposed to have Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) for treatment of domestic sewage. Also, it is proposed to have WTP for filtration & disinfection of rain water before its use. The water quality of the well available near to the site is collected and analyzed through an NABL accredited laboratory and it is observed that the analyzed values physical, chemical parameters of water analyzed is fit for potable purposes except for Iron to meet the drinking water standards as per IS:10500. The copy of water test report is enclosed at Appendix 10..

2.4. How much of the water requirement can be met from the recycling of treated wastewater? (Give the details of quantities, sources and usage)

Ans. The proposed project has provision for treatment of sewage. The quantity of treated water from STP which is fit for recycli ng to meet the flushing requirement (85 KLD), horticulture (3.0 KLD) & excess to the cooling requirement. The details of recycling and it’s usage are provided in attached water balance chart.

2.5. Will there be diversion of water from other users? (Ple ase assess the impacts of the project on other existing uses and quantities of consumption)

Ans. Since there is minimal dependency on public supply, there is no diversion of water from other users. The water supply for the proposed project is from KEPIP / Infopark supply, stored roof rain water and recycled water and hence there will be minimum impact to the surrounding.

2.6. What is the incremental pollution load from wastewater generated from the proposed activity? (Give details of the quantities and c omposition of wastewater generated from the proposed activity)

Ans. There would be no incremental pollution load from wastewater generated from the proposed activity because the whole waste water of this project would be treated through proposed S.T.P. wi thin the project area and the treated water from S.T.P will be fully re-used for flushing, horticulture and cooling towers make-up requirements. Therefore, no impact is envisaged outside the site.

2.7. Give details of the water requirements met from water harvesting? Furnish details of the facilities created.

Ans. The source of water for the proposed project during rainy days for some days of non-rainy days will be water from Rain water storage tanks t o be constructed within the site for meeting the water requirement for non - flushing activities.

2.8. What would be the impact of the land use changes occurring due to the proposed project on the runoff characteristics (quantitative as well as qualitative ) of the area in the post construction phase on a long term basis? Would it aggravate the problems of flooding or water logging in any way?

Ans. As per the soil investigation report, the water table is at 0.10 m. below the ground level and the soil is soft clay, decade wood with clay & very dense lateritic clay sand in nature. Due to these factors, the percolation of surface run-off to the ground before the site development is very poor. Further, it is proposed to have a rain water storage tank of 700 KL capacity. Due to this measure, there would be no incremental load and will not cause any flooding or water logging. The excess runoff from the site before discharge outside the premises will be passing through a de-siltation cum oil removal unit. The excess storm water will be chanalized to the external drain which is

available at site and which in-turn is connected to the final disposal point of Kadambaryar River.

2.9. What are the impacts of the proposal on the ground water? (Will there be tapping of ground water; give the details of ground water table, recharging capacity, and approvals obtained from competent authority, if any)

Ans. Pre-construction Soil Investigation has been carried out for the site. As per the soil investigation report, the water table is at 0.1 m. below the ground level. The source of water for the proposed project will be water from rain water storage tank for meeting the water requirement during rainy days, KEPIP / Infopark water supply at site for meeting the water requirement for non - flushing activities and hence the availability of water is ensured and due to the reasons mentioned above, the dependency on ground water will be minimized. However, a large diameter open well is proposed for meeting contingency water requirement during non-rainy days and during failure of public water supply. Further, the project site is located in Vadavukode block of Ernakulam District and as per CGWB report the site is located in SAFE ZONE and hence water requirement for domestic purposes from ground water is permitted and hence no separate permission is required.

2.10. What precautions/measures are taken to prevent the run -off from construction activities polluting land & aquifers? (Give details of quantities and the measures taken to avoid the adverse impacts)

Ans. The run-off during construction phase will be partially channelized to the rain water storage tank. The excess runoff will be channelized from the site after de-silting and oil removal and therefore, the run -off will not contaminate the land and aquifer. Further regular ho usekeeping will be carried out at site in order to prevent the contamination of run -off due to non-point sources of pollution. The labour colony will be provided with temporary toilet facility so as to avoid open defecation. The loose construction materials during the rainy days will be protected by covering tarpaulin sheets.

During operation phase, the surface runoff will be channelized through a de - siltation cum oil removal unit before it leaves the site. Also regular house keeping will be carried out in order to prevent the contamination of run -off due to non-point sources of pollution. The roof run-off will be channelized to rain water storage tank of 700 KL capacity and the excess run -off from the tank will be discharged outside the storm water netwo rk.

2.11. How is the storm water from within the site managed? (State the provisions made to avoid flooding of the area, details of the drainage facilities provided along with a site layout indication contour levels)

Ans. The run-off during construction phase will be partially channelized to the rain water storage tank. The excess runoff will be channelized from the site after de-silting and oil removal and therefore, the run -off will not contaminate the land and aquifer. Further regular housekeeping will be

carried out at site in order to prevent the contamination of run -off due to non-point sources of pollution. The labour colony will be provided with adequate toilet facility so as to avoid open defecation. The expos ed earth during rainy days will be protected. The loose construction materials during the rainy days will be protected.

During operation phase, the surface runoff will be channelized through a de - siltation cum oil removal unit before it leaves the site. Also regular house keeping will be carried out in order to prevent the contamination of run -off due to non-point sources of pollution. The roof run-off will be channelized to a rain water storage tank of 700 KL capacity and the excess run -off from the tank will be discharged outside.

2.12. Will the deployment of construction labourers particularly in the peak period lead to unsanitary conditions around the project site (Justify with proper explanation)

Ans. The proposed project has provision of labor colony with toilet facility and the domestic sewage will be channelized to the STP during the construction period. Also, it is proposed to have the food waste from labor colony through the microbial bio-bin facility. Also, it is proposed to have a dedicated staff for good house keeping of the construction site premises and the labor colony premises. These measures will ensure good hygienic conditions around the labor colony.

2.13. What on-site facilities are provided for the collection, treatment & saf e disposal of sewage? (Give details of the quantities of wastewater generation, treatment capacities with technology & facilities for recycling and disposal)

Ans. The proposed project will provide of mobile STP of 15 KL capacity for the treatment of sewage during construction phase and STP of 123 KL capacity within the project premises to treat the sewage during operation phase. The treatment of the sewage is upto a tertiary level. The total quantity of sewage generation will be 102 KL/day. The treated water will be fully recycled for meeting the flushing, horticulture & cooling water requirement.

2.14. Give details of dual plumbing system if treated waste use d is used for flushing of toilets or any other use.

Ans. The treated waste water from the proposed Sewage Treatment Plant during the operation phase of the project will be used for flushing, horticulture & cooling purposes and for which dual plumbing s ystem is proposed.

3.0 VEGETATION

3.1. Is there any threat of the project to the biodiversity? (Give a description of the local ecosystem with its unique features, if any)

Ans. There are various native species of trees, shrubs, herbs etc. existing at site as part of floral ecology. Also the site has several faunal species. Further, as per The Kerala Promotion of Trees Growth in Non -Forests Areas (Amendment) Act, 2007, for cutting of the trees in the list of trees found in the ecological assessment site, it does not require prior permission. The

biodiversity assessment study carried out for the project is attached at Appendix 13.

3.2. Will the construction involve extensive clearing or modification of vegetation? (Provide a detailed account of the trees & vegetation affected by the project)

Ans. There are various native species of trees, shrubs, herbs etc. existing at site as part of floral ecology. For the development of the project site, the existing vegetation will be cleared from the site. Further, as per The Kerala Promotion of Trees Growth in Non-Forests Areas (Amendment) Act, 2007, for cutting of the trees in the list of trees found in the site, it does not require prior permission. The biodiversity assessment study carried out for the project is attached at Appendix 13.

3.3. What are the measures proposed to be taken to minimize the likely impacts on important site features (Give details of proposal for tree plantation, landscaping, creation of water bodies etc along with a layout plan to an appropriate scale)

Ans. The species proposed for landscape development are includes flowering, fruit bearing trees. The following measures will enhance the floral ecology.

 During landscaping, preference will be given to native plant species with excellent canopy cover, bird and insect attracting tree species etc.  Plants like Mimusops elengi, Syzgium cumini, Ficus benjamina etc. will be used as avenue trees.

4.0 FAUNA

4.1. Is there likely to be any displacement of fauna - both terrestrial and aquatic or creation of barriers for their movement? Provide the details.

Ans. There will be displacement of fauna specially avifauna on short term basis due to the construction of the proposed project.

4.2. Any direct or indirect impacts on the avifauna of the area? Provide d etails.

Ans. There is direct and indirect impact on the avifauna of the area due to this project on short term basis during construction phase. A bird bath facility will be provided in the landscape area for enhancing the faunal species. A butterfly garden with the suitable host and nectar plants will be made in the site.

4.3. Prescribe measures such as corridors, fish ladders etc to mitigate adverse impacts on fauna

Ans. By plantation of flowering, fruit bearing and shady trees the faunal ecology specially the avifauna will be enhanced. Also it is proposed to develop a butterfly garden and a bird bath. These measures will minimize the adverse impact on the faunal ecology of the area.

5.0 AIR ENVIRONMENT

5.1. Will the project increase atmospheric concentration of gases & result in heat islands? (Give details of background air quality levels with predicted values based on dispersion models taking into account the increased traffic generation as a result of the proposed constructions)

Ans. The proposed project is an I.T. p roject and it will not increase atmospheric concentration of gases, the project has provision of D.G. Sets for standby arrangement of electricity and will run only during power failure. Th e stack attached to the proposed D.G. Sets will follow all the rules and regulations of State Pollution Control Board and Central Pollution Control Board. Also the fuel to be used in the DG set will use only Low Sulphur diesel. The ambient air quality of the site carried out through an accredited laboratory and the copy of air quality report is attached at Appendix 11..

5.2. What are the impacts on generation of dust, smoke, odorous fumes or other hazardous gases? Give details in relation to all the mete orological parameters.

Ans. During construction phase, there will be generation of dust & smoke due to this project. The dust generation during construction phase will be controlled by enclosures at appropriate locations and also by sprinkling of water for suppression of dust. A wind barrier will be erected all along the periphery of the project site. The gas/smoke generation expected is from D.G. sets only and the gases will be vented out through stack of appropriate height.

5.3. Will the proposal create shortage of parking space for vehicles? Furnish details of the present level of transport infrastructure and measures proposed for improvement including the traffic management at the entry & exit to the project site.

Ans. The proposed project would provide vehicle parking facilities within the project premises. The parking plan for this project would follows KMBR guidelines. The total number of parking proposed is 648 cars + 797 Two wheelers and buses. The conceptual plan clearly shows the internal traffic management with entry and exit to the proposed project site. Parking provision is made from Ground level to Sixth floor of the IT building. Also attached herewith is the parking plans at MLCP (Ground to 6 th floors). The entry and exit from the project site follows the “Left in & Left out” principal of traffic management. The proposed site development will provide wide drive ways within the project site for the easy & smooth vehicular & fire tender movement.

The main access to the project site is from 18 m. wide existing tarred road within Infopark Phase-2 complex and which is connected to Seaport -Airport Road (30 m. wide) located at 9 km. from the project site.

N.H.-47, N.H.-17 & N.H.-49 are the national highway and Ernakulam-Kottayam State highways are located within 15 km. from the project site.

Nearest Railway station is Thripunithura Railway Station which is at 13 km. and Airport is Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery at about 17 km. (aerial distance) away from the project site.

The public transport infrastructure facility available near the project site is not adequate. Most of the people in the nearby Infopark Phase -1 campus uses own vehicles for commutation. In order to reduce the private vehicles, the management decided to engage buses for transportation of staff. Also the proposed Phase-II of Kochi Metro service (Kaloor to Infopark Phase -1) will reduce the traffic on the roads. Also the public water transport facility is available upto Infopark Phase-1 campus. Shuttle bus service between Infopark Phase-1 and to the project site on frequent interval will also be provided.

5.4. Provide details of the movement patterns with internal roads, bicycle tracks, pedestrian pathways, footpaths etc., with areas under each category.

Ans. The conceptual plan clearly shows the internal traffic management with entry and exit to the proposed project site, all internal roads and it’s width, pedestrian path ways etc. The total area earmarked for internal roads is (2,448.29 sq.m.). Further provision of ramps is proposed for the easy access to the building for physically challenged persons.

5.5. Will there be significant increase in traffic noise & vibrations? Give details of the sources and the measures proposed for mitigation of the above.

Ans. The proposed project is an I.T. complex project and there would be some increase in noise and vibration due to the vehicular movement within the project site. The project has provision of large area for the parking for the vehicles and the parking arrangement which is planned, that there would be easy movement of vehicles within the project area and smooth movement is provided for the vehicles to reduce the traffic congestion. The noise monitoring carried out at site by an approved agency is enclosed at Appendix 12.

5.6. What will be the impact of DG sets & other equipment on noise levels & vibration in & ambient air quality around the project site? Provide details.

Ans. The D.G. sets which would be used for the project will be with sound proof acoustic enclosures and hence there will be no impact to the surroundings. The D.G. sets would be attached with proper anti vibration pads to reduce any vibration impact to the site surrounding. Further DG Sets will be installed on the ground level. The flue gases from the D.G. sets will be vented out through stack of appropriate height as per C.P.C.B. norms to reduce the impacts on air quality around the project site. The noise monitoring carried out at site by an approved agency is enclosed.

6.0 AESTHETICS

6.1. Will the proposed constructions in any way result in the obstruction of a view, scenic amenity or landscapes? Are these considerations taken into account by the proponents?

Ans. There is no natural feature of aesthetics importance located in the immediate vicinity of the project site.

6.2. Will there be any adverse impacts from new constructions on the existing structures? What are the considerations taken into account?

Ans. The project site is located within the Infopark Phase -2 campus and the project site is surrounded by the I.T. buildings and Infopark internal roads. Thereby, there will be no any adverse impacts due to the development of the proposed project.

6.3. Whether there are any local considerations of urban form & urban design influencing the design criteria? They may be explicitly spelt out.

Ans. The proposed project would be constructed in conformity with the Kerala Panchayat Building Rules (KPBR).

6.4. Are there any anthropological or archaeological sites or artefacts nearby? S tate if any other significant features in the vicinity of the proposed site have been considered.

Ans. There is no report of existence of any anthropological or archaeological site nearby the project area. The proposed project is located in Panchayat Limit of Vadavucode-Puthencruz Grama Panchayat. The vicinity map showing the site & surrounding area is provided.

7.0 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASPECTS

7.1. Will the proposal result in any changes to the demographic structure of local population? Provide the details.

Ans. The proposed project is an I.T. project. During operation phase, on full occupancy of the project, the maximum population expected i s 2,812 persons (floating) and hence there will be influx of people (fixed) to the project area and surrounding. Some of the staff in the propose IT building may reside within the project site vicinity and hence there will be increase in demographic structure.

7.2. Give details of the existing social infrastructure around the proposed project.

Ans. There are several schools, colleges, religious places commercial and residential buildings, Govt. and private offices, hospitals, which are located

around the proposed project site. The vicinity map showing the surrounding details of the proposed project is provided.

7.3. Will the project cause adverse effects on local communities, disturbance to sacred sites or other cultural values? What are the safeguards proposed?

Ans. The project would not cause any adverse effects on local communities, disturbance to sacred sites or other cultural values. The proposed project is an I.T. complex project and thereby the living index of the people around the project site will definitely improve. Also there will be various ancillary activities like convenient shops, offices, transpo rt facilities etc. attached to the project which will benefit the local people and change their living condition. The need assessment carried out for the delivery of CSR activities is provided at Appendix 14.

8.0 BUILDING MATERIALS

8.1. May involve the use of building materials with high -embodied energy. Are the construction materials produced with energy efficient processes? (Give details of energy conservation measures in the selection of building materials and their energy efficiency)

Ans. The proposed project is an I.T. project and the I.T. office area is a centrally air conditioned building, the selection of building materials plays a major role in the energy consumption. The proposed project will make all attempts to use to avoid building materials with high embodied energy. Cement blocks & hollow blocks will be replaced with country made red bricks. Further, the river sand will be replaced by manufactured sand from stone crushers. The glass used will be low emissivity and having U value as per ECBC norms.

8.2. Transport and handling of materials during construction may result in pollution, noise & public nuisance. What measures are taken to minimize the impacts?

Ans. All vehicles which bring construction material to the site would possess Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUC). All vehicles would be of close body to avoid spread of dust from the loose materials, and vehicles which bring sand, stone dust, etc. would ensure that the above mentioned material are properly wetted during transportation to avoid dust generation. Pucca road to be made in the construction site for the vehicle movement so that the dust generation due to the vehicular movement within the project site can be minimized. Stacking of construction material shall be conf ined to the project site only. All the D.G. Sets would have attached with Acoustic Enclosure for the sound pollution control and all sound generating construction activity to be minimized. Further barricading of the site with GI sheets of 20 ft height in t he side abutting the public road during construction phase.

8.3. Are recycled materials used in roads and structures? State the extent of savings achieved?

Ans. The plastic ( non-biodegradable solid waste ) will be used along with coal tar during the construction of internal roads. This will increase the life of roads.

8.4. Give details of the methods of collection, segregation & disposal of the garbage generated during the operation phases of the project. Ans. The details are given below :-

SOLID WASTE  The proposed project will generate about 422 Kg/day from the proposed project.  The solid waste from the proposed project will be segregated into two categories at source itself as per Municipal Solid Waste Rules, 2000 by providing appropriate colored bins i.e., Bio-degradable (green bins) & non- biodegradable (blue bins).  The non-biodegradable and recyclable waste would be sold to the vendors.  The biodegradable waste along with sludge from STP would be sent to the Organic waste converter to be developed within the premises . e-Waste :-  Discarded computer parts, monitor, key boards etc. constitutes e -waste and this waste will be stored in an earmarked area.  E-waste will be generated after 4-5 years latency period  Separate earmarked space will be provided for e -waste storage.  E-waste will be disposed as per E Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2012.  An MoU will be made with Kerala Enviro Infrastructu re Ltd. (KEIL), a KSPCB approved e-waste recycler, for the outsourcing of e-waste to be generated.

HAZARDOUS WASTE  As per Hazardous Waste (Management & Handling Rules), 2003, the hazardous waste i.e., the used oil from D.G. sets, discarded oil filters and discarded batteries and stored separately and will be disposed to CPCB / SPCB authorized vendors only.  M/s Pefect Alloys, Chengannur, M/s Peejay Enter prises, Thiruvalla, M/s Excel Petrochemicals, Kochi and M/s Cee Jee Lubricants, Aluva are the approved recyclers for discarded batteries & used oil located in Kerala.

9.0 ENERGY CONSERVATION

9.1. Give details of the power requirements, source of supply, backup source etc. What is the energy consumption assumed per square foot of built -up area? How have you tried to minimize energy consumption?

Ans. The total power requirement is estimated to be 2,900 kVA and will be supplied from by Kerala State Electricity Board. The project will make provision of D.G. Sets (1,010 kVA x 4 nos. + 500 kVA x 1 no.) as standby arrangement of electricity. The proposed project will have provision of power saving and maximum natural light will be provided to minimize energy consumption. Other measures are:

 Water cooled chillers in place of air cooled chillers which are energy intensive & the treated water available from STP would be used as make -up water attached to the water cooled chillers.  Solar Energy operated Photovoltaic lighting for partial external areas lighting.  Savings in energy by the use of LED lamps.  Building Management System ( BMS ) through sensors for maximizing the energy conservation.  Solar water heating system for the hot water requirement.  Electrical fixtures & HVAC unit would be of 5 star series as per Bureau of Energy Efficiency ( BEE ) to achieve reduction in energy consumption.  Total energy saving of about 22%.

9.2. What type of and capacity of power back-up to you plan to provide?

Ans. The project proponent has made provision of D.G. Sets (1010 kVA x 4 nos . + 500 kVA x 1 no. ) as standby arrangement of electricity.

9.3. What are the characteristics of the glass you plan to use? Provide specifications of its characteristics related to both short wave and long wave radiation?

Ans. The glass used will be low emissivity and the other specifications of the glass will comply with the norms as per ECBC U. The further details are : - Roof will be insulated with vermiculite ( 50 mm ) + brick coba ( 100 mm ) + tiles ( 25 mm) above the RCC slab ( 150 mm ).

9.4. What passive solar architectural features are being used in the building? Illustrate the applications made in the proposed proje ct.

Ans. All the relevant features are incorporated like the orientation of the building, shading effect etc.

9.5. Does the layout of streets & buildings maximise the potential for solar energy devices? Have you considered the use of street lighting, emergency lighting and solar hot water systems for use in the building complex? Substantiate with details.

Ans. Due consideration has been taken for maximum use of the solar energy while preparations of layout plan. The project proponent shall made provision for solar panel system (hot water purpose) in building block area and solar energy devices will be used for street lighting, emergency lighting in the proposed project.

9.6. Is shading effectively used to reduce cooling/ heating loads? What principle s have been used to maximize the shading of Walls on the East and the West and the Roof? How much energy saving has been effected?

Ans. All the relevant features are incorporated like the orientation of the building, shading effect etc.

9.7. Do the structures use energy-efficient space conditioning, lighting and mechanical systems? Provide technical details. Provide details of the transformers and motor efficiencies, lighting intensity and air -conditioning load assumptions? Are you using CFC and HCFC free chillers? Provide specifications.

Ans. Suitable energy optimization will be adopted during the calculation of energy load of the proposed project. The space heating load will be minimized using passive solar structure and suitable buildings envelop material. Uses of incandescent lamp and halogen lamps have been avoided and energy efficient LED lamps will be used for all common area. The diesel generator sets shall be automatically controlled to optimize their usage based on the actual load requirements at any time. Variable frequency drive systems would be adopted for the lifts, etc to maximize the energy saving.

9.8. What are the likely effects of the building activity in altering the micro -climates? Provide a self assessment on the likely impacts of the proposed construction on creation of heat island & inversion effects?

Ans. More open spaces are proposed within the site to creation of any heat islands. The roads and parking spaces would be with concrete slabs intermittent with grass on surrounding.

9.9. What are the thermal characteristics of the building envelope? (a) roof; (b) external walls; and (c) fenestration? Give details of the material used and the U - values or the R values of the individual components.

Ans. The building construction material namely bricks, concrete and steel are being used in the construction. U-factor, also known as Thermal Transmittance, is heat transmission in unit time through unit area of a material or construction and the boundary air f ilms, induced by unit temperature difference between the environments on each side. The glass used will be low with low emissivity and the other specifications of the glass will comply with the norms as per ECBC U. The further details are: - Roof will be insulated with vermiculite ( 50 mm ) + brick coba ( 100 mm ) + tiles ( 25 mm) above the RCC slab ( 150 mm ).

9.10. What precautions & safety measures are proposed against fire hazards? Furnish details of emergency plans.

Ans. List of equipments proposed for Fire Fighting Measures as per NBC guidelines for high rise buildings:- A. The major equipments proposed for Fire Fighting Measures are Main Hydrant Pump, Sprinkler Pump, Diesel Engine Pump, Jockey Pump. B. Capacity of Fire Water Storage Tanks & Numb er:- It is proposed to have Fire Water Storage Tank of appropriate capacity of overhead tank for fire fighting provided at the tower. C. Fire Detecting Equipments: - The Fire Detecting Equipments would confirms BIS and NBC norms. D. Other Fire Fighting Measures: - The other Fire Fighting Measures proposed includes, an Emergency Control Room, Separate Fire exit during emergency, all rooms with Fire Detector / Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguishers at each entry and exit point on each

floor, (5 Kg, 10 Kg and 9 Ltr. capacity), Public address system etc. The Fire Fighting Measures are backed by Electrical supply from D.G. sets in case of emergency. The nearest fire station is at Kakkanad fire station which is about 8 km. away from the project site. It is also proposed to have a fire station within Infopark Phase-II campus and the space is earmarked for the same. The fire fighting plan is provided.

Other fire fighting measures specially envisaged for the project are: -  As per the National Building Code, the proposed building comes under business category.  Seven yard hydrants outside the building and interval of 45 m is proposed.  Two 100 mm hydrants risers as well as two 100 mm sprinklers risers in each tower is proposed.  MS heavy Class (c class) pipe to withstand the high pressure system requirement is proposed.  Automatic sprinklers system, automatic detection Intelligent Analogue Addressable Heat detector and integral response indicator with 360 degree viewing angle are also provided to ensure intelligent fire fighting.  Intelligent addressable manual call point with turbo Isolator and Intelligent addressable loop powered / external power sounder cum beacon are provided to manually trigger the alarm and to alarm respectively.

 CO2 type fire extinguishers of 4.5 kg capacity are placed throughout the building.  A fire water tank of 4,00,000 ltr is provided.  An overhead tank of capacity 20,000 ltr. Is proposed on terrace of each tower.  Main pump, sprinkler pump, jockey pu mp and diesel driven pump runs the entire hydrant system. Main pump ensures a minimum pressure of 3.5 kg/sq. cm at highest and farthest outlets at specified flow of 2850 lpm at 90 m head.  The sprinkler pump is of the same specifications as that of the mai n pump.  A jockey pump of 180 lpm at 90 m head conforming to IS:5120 is proposed.  A diesel engine driven pump suitable for automatic operation ensure a minimum pressure of 3.5 kg/sq. cm at highest and farthest outlet at specified flow of 2850 lpm at 90 m. head conforming to IS:5120.  Trained personnel will be engaged to meet any fire contingency.  Mock drill will be carried out in order to assess the worthiness of equipments and also to familiarize the staff in case of fire contingency.  Other programs in consultation with Fire and Rescue service department, State / District Disaster Management Authority will also be carried out regularly.

9.11. If you are using glass as wall material provides details and specifications including emissivity and thermal characteristics.

Ans. The glass will be used Low -e glass. Opaque assemblies shall be modeled as having the same heat capacity as the proposed design but with minimum U-factor. The glass used will be low with low emissivity and the other specifications of the glass will comply with the norms as per ECBC. The further details are:- Roof will be insulated with vermiculite (50 mm) + brick coba (100 mm) + tiles (25 mm) above the RCC slab (150 mm).

9.12. What is the rate of air infiltration into the building? Provide details of how you are mitigating the effects of infiltration.

Ans. Infiltration is the uncontrolled inward air leakage through cracks and crevices in any building element and around windows and doors of a building caused by pressure differences across these elements due to factors such as wind, inside and outside temperature differences, and imbalance between supply and exhaust air systems. Sufficient provisions will be made to fix the air infiltration rate less than or equal to 0.50 AC/H.

9.13. To what extent the non-conventional energy technologies are utilised in the overall energy consumption? Provide details of the renewable energy technologies used.

Ans. The uses of non-conventional sources of energy in the proposed construction project are as follows: - a. Solar Water Heater: - The proposed project would install solar panels for hot water requirements in the building block and hence the dependency on electricity for hot water generation can be minimized. This would conserve lot of co al which produces the electricity through public supply and also load on D.G. sets also would be reduced and there by conserve diesel. b. Solar Street Light: - It is also suggested to use solar cell powered street lights within the proposed project site for conservation of electricity. c. Use of LED Lamps: - The project proponent would use LED Lamp which conserve less electricity.

10.0 Environment Management Plan

The Environment Management Plan would consist of all mitigation measures for each item wise activity to be undertaken during the construction, operation and the entire life cycle to minimize adverse environmental impacts as a result of the activities of the project. It would also delineate the environmental monitoring plan for compliance of various environmental regulations. It will state the steps to be taken in case of emergency such as accidents at the site including fire.

Environmental Management Plan Sr. Potential Action Parameters for Monitoring No. Impact I. Construction Phase All equipments are operated Random checks of within specified design equipment logs/manuals parameters Vehicle trips to be minimized to Vehicle logs the extent possible Any dry, dusty materials stored Absence of stockpiles or in sealed containers or open containers of dusty prevented from blowing. materials. Compaction of soil during Construction logs 1. Air Emissions various construction activities Ambient air quality within the The ambient air quality will premises of the proposed unit to conform to the standards for be monitored. PM10 & PM 2 . 5 , SO 2 and NOx, Transportation of materials with tarpaulin covers Wetting of loose construction material before unloading DG Sets with chimney height as per CPCB norms. Wetting of roads during dry weather List of all noise generating Equipment logs, noise machinery onsite along with age reading to be prepared. Equipment to be 2. Noise maintained in good working order. Night working is to be Working hour records minimized. Generation of vehicular noise Maintenance records of vehicles Implement good working practices (equipment selection and sitting) to minimize noise and also reduce its impacts on human health (ear muffs, safe distances, and enclosures). No machinery running when not required. Site working practices records, noise reading Acoustic mufflers / enclosures to Mufflers / enclosures in be provided in large engines and place DG Sets. Noise to be monitored in ambient air within the site premises. The noise level will not exceed the permissible limit both during day and night times. Noise reading All equipments operated within Random checks of specified design parameters. equipment logs / manuals

Vehicle trips to be minimized to the extent possible Vehicle logs No untreated discharge to be No discharge hoses in made to surface water, ground vicinity of watercourses. water or soil The discharge point should be Discharge norms for 3. Waste water selected properly and sampling effluents as given in Discharge and analysis should be consent to operate by PCB. undertaken prior to discharge Take care in disposal of wastewater generated such that soil and groundwater resources are protected Minimize area extent of site Site boundaries not clearance, by staying within the extended / breached as per defined boundaries plan document 4. Soil Erosion Protect topsoil stockpile where Effective cover in place possible at edge of site Not to leave any exposed area during rainy season Ensure drainage system and specific design measures are 5. Drainage and working effectively. The design effluent to incorporate existing drainage Visual inspection of Management pattern and avoid disturbing the drainage and records same. thereof

Implement waste management Comprehensive waste plan that identifies and management plan in place 6. Waste characterizes every waste and available for inspection Management arising associating with on site. proposed activities and which Compliance with MSW identifies the procedures for Rules, 2000 and Hazardous collection, handling & disposal Waste (Management and of each waste arising. Handling Rules), 2003

7. Non-routine Plan to be drawn up Considering Mock drills and records of events likely emergencies and steps the same required to prevent / limit consequences The Environmental Management Setting up of Environment 8. Environmental Cell / Unit is to be set up to Management Cell Management ensure implementation and Cell/Unit monitoring of environmental safeguards. II. Operational Phase Stack emissions from DG set to The ambient air quality will be optimized and monitored conform to the standard for PM10 & PM 2 . 5 SO2 , and NOx. Ambient air quality within the The ambient air quality will premises of the proposed unit to conform to the standards for be monitored. PM10 & PM 2 . 5 as given by Exhaust from vehicles to be PCC minimized by use of fuel Vehicles logs to be efficient vehicles and well maintained 9. Air Emissions maintained vehicles having PUC certificate.

Vehicle trips to be minimized to Vehicle logs the extent possible

10. Noise Noise generated from operation Maintain records of vehicles of DG set to be optimized and monitored DG sets to generate less than 75 dB(A) Leg at 1.0 m from the source DG sets are to be provided at service building with acoustic enclosures with height of chimney above roof level or as specified by SPCB Maintain records of vehicles Generation of vehicular noise No untreated discharge to be No discharge hoses in made to surface water, vicinity of watercourses groundwater or soil, 11. Wastewater Take care in disposal of Discharge norms for Discharge wastewater generated such that effluent as per “Consent to Soil and groundwater resources Operate” by PCB are protected Ensure drainage system and 12. Drainage and specific design measures are Visual inspection of effluent working effectively. Design to drainage and records Management incorporate existing drainage thereof pattern and avoid disturbing the same. Contaminants such as CO, CO2 Monitoring of indoor air 13. Indoor air and VOCs to be reduced by contaminants such as CO, contamination providing adequate ventilation. CO2 and VOCs Energy usage for air- Findings of energy audit 14. Energy Usage conditioning and other activities report to be minimized Conduct annual energy audit for the buildings Fire protection and safety Mock drill records, on site 15. Emergency measures to take care to fire emergency plan, evacuation preparedness, and explosion hazards to be plan such as fire assessed and steps taken for fighting their prevention. The Environment Management Setting up of Environment 16. Environment Cell/Unit to be set up to ensure Management Cell Management implementation and monitoring Cell/Unit of Environmental safeguards

(B) ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN

The environmental monitoring programmed is a vital process in the management Plan for any construction project. This helps in signaling the potential problems that would result from the proposed project and will allow for prompt implementation of effective corrective measures. The environmental monitoring will be required during construction and operational phases.

Water Quality and Public Health Since water contamination leads to various water related diseases, the project authorities shall establish a procedure for water quality surveillance and ensure safe water for the consumers. A detailed epidemiological study related to water borne diseases shall be carried out and the data shall be complied for every year in the project area. This data would help the authority in finding out the trends for incidence of water related diseases prevalent in the area, which would help them to take suitable remedial measures for reducing or eradicating the occurrence of these diseases in future. Water quality parameters shall be monitored before and after the completion of the project. Monitoring shall be carried out on quarterly basis to cover seasonal variations. Water quality shall be analyzed by applying the standard techniques. The parameters recommended for monitoring are as follows :

 pH  Calcium  Total Dissolved Solids  Magnesium  Total Suspended Solids  Iron  Total Alkalinity  Chloride  Temperature  Sulphate  Total Hardness  Nitrate  Calcium  Fluoride  Temperature  Total Nitrogen  Total Phosphate  Total Coliforms

Air and Noise Quality Monitoring The attributes to be monitored as a part of the mitigation measures are Air Quality, Noise Levels; the monitoring programme for the construction and operation stage is presented in Table given below : -

ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN CONSTRUCTION PHASE Approx. Approx. Sr. Recurring Particulars Capital Cost Basis for Cost Estimate No. Cost/Annum (Rs. In Lacs) (Rs. In Lacs) Medical cum First Aid A First Aid medical facility with a 1. 1.5 2.5 facility trained person with first aid kit. Portable Toilets type Portable Toilets like “Sulabh 2. mobile sanitation 2.0 5.0 Sauchalaya” & STP system & STP Supply of drinking “KEPIP”/ Infopark water supply with 3. 4.0 2.0 water for the labourers disinfection system Barricading around the project site Barricading and Wind 4. 3.0 5.0 Wind breakers at the marble cutting breakers area Sprinklers for Sprinklers, pipeline network, online 5. 2.0 4.0 suppression of dust micro filters and pressure pumps TOTAL 12.5 18.0

OPERATION PHASE Approx. Approx. Sr. Recurring Particulars Capital Cost Basis for Cost Estimation No. Cost/Annum (Rs. In Lacs) Capital Cost of STP & recurring cost Sewage Treatment 1. 3.50 35.0 would include operational cost (energy Plant & manpower) Capital Cost of WTP & recurring cost 2. Water Treatment plant 3.0 8.0 would include operational cost (energy & manpower) Capital cost of Coloured bins at Solid Waste 3. 0.60 2.50 appropriate locations recurring cost Management Plan would include OWC unit D.G. Sets will be new and will be fitted Noise Control for D.G. with acoustic enclosures & hence no 4. Sets through acoustic 2.5 5.0 separate capital cost & the recurring enclosures cost would include minor repair works The capital cost would include cost of Chimney for D.G. Sets providing adequate height of stack, 5. 3.0 15.0 Emission ladder and platform and recurring cost would include cost of painting Green Area 6. development including 4.0 15.0 Green Area Development Plan Grass Coverage Rain Water Storage Capital cost on construction of rain 7. 5.0 30.0 tanks water collection tanks Solar energy operated Capital cost on procurement & 8. 6.0 20.0 lights installation of solar street lights TOTAL 27.60 130.50

ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLAN

CONSTRUCTION PHASE Sr. Approx. Recurring cost / Particulars Parameters Frequency No. Annum ( Rs. In Lacs ) PM & PM , SO , 1. Ambient Air 10 2.5 2 Every three months 1.0 NOx, CO 2. Noise Level 24 hrs. Noise Level Once in a month 3.0 As per IS:14543 3. Rain water standards for Once in a fortnight 1.25 construction water TOTAL 5.25

OPERATION PHASE S. Approx. Recurring Cost / Particulars Parameters Frequency No. Annum ( Rs. In Lacs ) PM & PM , SO , NOx, Once in a 1. Ambient Air 10 2.5 2 1.0 CO season Every six 2. Stack Emission SPM, SO , NOx 0.25 2 months pH, BOD, COD, Oil & Treated Water Once in a 3. Grease, TSS, bacteriological 3.0 from STP month parameters Once in a 4. Noise Level 24 Hrs. Noise Level 1.25 month Once in a 5. Rain water As per IS:10500 9.00 month TOTAL 14.50

ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT / MONITORING CELL FREQUENCY OF MEETING – ONCE IN THREE MONTHS (Operation phase )

Sr. No. Members Role 1. General Manager Chairman 2. Maintenance Engineer Member 3. Representative of NABL accredited Member laboratory 4. Representative of NABET accredited Member Environmental Consultant 5. Representative of STP & Bio-bin supplier Member 6. Environmental Officer Member & Convener

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BIODIVERSITY REPORT

OF

M/s TRANS ASIAN SHIPPING SERVICES (P) LTD

PROPOSED I.T. BUILDING SITE AT Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode-Puthencruz Panchayat, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

ANALYSIS OF FAUNA Findings – Flora The site has 40 species of plants belonging to 28 families. It consists of : Trees : 4 species Shrubs : 8 species Herbs : 17 species Climbers : 6 species Tree saplings : 4 species Among the plants, family Cyperaceae consists of the maximum number of species (03 species) followed by Leguminosae, Poaceae and Euphorbiaceae (02 species) List of Trees Sl. Botanical Name Common Name Family Nos. No Coccos nucifera L. Thengu / Arecaceae 4 1 Coconut 2 Ficus exasperata Vahl. Parakam Moraceae 3 3 Areca catechu L Kavung, Pakku Arecaceae 8 Glochidion zeylanicum Pannimutti/ Phyllanthaceae 1 4 (Gaertn.) A.Juss. Neervetti

List of Tree saplings Sl No Botanical Name Common Name Family No. 1 Tectona grandis L.f. Thekku Verbenaceae 2 Choonda/ 2 Caryota urens L. Arecaceae 1 Choondappana 3 Mangifera indica L. Mavu Anacardiaceae 1 Macaranga peltata 4 Vatta Euphorbiaceae 3 (Roxb.) Müll.Arg.

List of Shrubs Sl. Botanical Name Common Name Family No 1 Phyllanthus reticulatus Poir. Nirnelli Phyllanthaceae

2 Clerodendrum infortunatum L. Perivelam Verbenaceae

3 Melastoma malabathricum L. Athirani Melastomataceae 4 Cassia tora L. Takara Caesalpiniaceae 5 Solanum nigrum L. Mulaku-thakkali Solanaceae

6 Musa paradisiaca L. Vazha Musaceae

List of Herbs Sl Botanical Name Common Name Family No 1 Pityrogramma calomelanos (L.) Link Silver fern Adiantaceae 2 Cyperus platystylis R.Br. Cyperaceae 3 Polygonum barbatum Roxb. Knot grass Polygonaceae 4 Biophytum sensitivum (L.) DC. Theendavadi/ Oxalidaceae

Mukkutti 5 Cyperus iria Rice flat sedge Cyperaceae 6 Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott Chembu Araceae 7 Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb Neelakua Zingiberaceae Eleocharis dulcis (Burm. f.) Trin. ex 8 Neerchelli, Chelli Cyperaceae Hensch. 9 Leersia hexandra Sw. Poaceae 10 Cleome rutidosperma DC. Neelavela Cleomaceae 11 Alternanthera sessilis (L.) R.Br. Kozhuppa Amaranthaceae Cheilocostus speciosus (J.König) 12 Channakoova Costaceae C.Specht . Kaalappullu/ 13 Axonopus compressus (Sw.) P.Beauv. Poaceae Carpet Grass

List of Climbers Sl Botanical Name Common Name Family No Valli choriyanam / 1 Tragia involucrata L. Euphorbiaceae Kodithoova Centrosema pubescens 2 Kattupayar Leguminosae Benth. Merremia vitifolia 3 Manja kolambi valli Convolvulaceae (Burm. f.) Hallier f. Cyclea peltata (Lam.) 4 Padathali Menispermaceae Hook. f. & Thoms.

PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE FLORAL SPECIES OBSERVED

Sesbania bispinosa Mikania micrantha

Eleocharis dulcis Polygonum barbatum

Passiflora foetida Cassia tora

Glochidion zeylanicum

ANALYSIS OF FAUNA Findings - Fauna The following number of faunal elements were observed from the site: Mammals : 4 species Birds : 10 species Butterflies : 10 species Dragonflies : 8 species Amphibians : 3 species Reptiles : 5 species Spiders : 5 species Ants : 3 species List of Mammals Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status 1 Rattus rattus Common House Rat Least Concern 2 Funambulus tristriatus Jungle striped Squirrel Least Concern

3 Bandicota indica Greater Bandicoot Rat Least Concern 4 Pteropus giganteus Indian Flying Fox Least Concern

List of Birds Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status 1 Centropus sinensis Greater coucal Least Concern 2 Dicaeum agile Pale billed Flowerpecker. Least Concern 3 Haliastur indus Brahminy Kite Least Concern 4 Orthotomus sutorius Tailor bird Least Concern 5 Corvus splendens House Crow Least Concern 6 Dicrurus macrocercus Black Drongo Least Concern 7 Pycnonotus jocosus Red Whiskered Bulbul Least Concern 8 Megalaima viridis White cheeked barbet Least Concern 9 Acridotheres tristis Common Myna Least Concern 10 Ardeola grayii Indian Pond Heron Least Concern

List of Butterflies Sl. Common Name No. Scientific Name Papilionidae 1 Lime Butterfly Papilio demoleus Linnaeus 2 Common Mormon Papilio polytes Linnaeus Pieridae 3 Common Emigrant. Catopsilia pomona Fabricius 4 Three-spot Grass Yellow Eurema blanda Boisduval 5 Psyche Leptosia nina Fabricius Nymphalidae 6 Common Four-ring Ypthima huebneri Kirby 7 Tawny Coster Acraea violae Fabricius 8 Common Palmfly Elymnias hypermnestra Linnaeus 9 Grey Pansy Junonia atlites Lycanidae 10 Common Cerulean Jamides ce1eno Cramer

PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE FAUNAL SPECIES OBSERVED – Butterflies.

Psyche Common Mormon

Grey Pansy

List of Reptiles Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status

1 Calotes versicolor Oriental Garden Lizard Least Concern Dendrelaphis tristis Common Indian Bronze- 2 Least Concern back 3 Ptyas mucosa Oriental Rat Snake Least Concern 4 Xenochrophis piscator Checkered Keel-back Least Concern 5 Cnemaspis sp. Day gecko Least Concern

List of Amphibians Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status

1 Duttaphrynus melanostictus Indian common toad Least Concern

2 Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Indian bullfrog Least Concern

3 Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Indian skipper frog Least Concern

List of Ants Sl. No Common Name Scientific Name 1 Black Crazy Ant Paratrechina longicornis 2 Common Godzilla Ant Camponotus compressus 3 Yellow Crazy Ant Anoplolepis gracilipes

List of Millipedes and Centipedes Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status 1 Trigoniulus corallines Rusty millipede Least Concern 2 Leptogoniulus sorornus Least Concern 3 Scolopendra Sp. Least Concern

List of Spiders Sl No. Family Species

1 Oxyopidae Oxyopes birmanicus 2 Hersilidae Hersilia savignyi 3 Thomisidae Thomisus sp. 4 Salticidae Plexippus petersi 5 Araneidae Argiope anasuja

List of Dragonflies and Damselflies Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name 1 Ceriagrion cerinorubellum Orange-Tailed Marsh Dart 2 Pseudagrion microcephalum Blue Grass Dart 3 Brachythemis contaminata Ditch Jewl 4 Diplacodes trivialis Ground Skimmer 5 Neurothemis tullia Pied Paddy Skimmer 6 Orthetrum sabina Green Marsh Hawk 7 Rhyothemis variegata Common Picture Wing 8 Brachydiplax chalybea Rufous Backed Marsh Hawk

PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE FAUNAL SPECIES OBSERVED Dragonflies and Damselflies

Orthetrum sabina Brachythemis contaminata Rhyothemis variegata

Recommendations • During landscaping, preference will be given to native plant species with excellent canopy cover, bird and insect attracting tree species etc. • Plants like Mimusops elengi, Syzygium cumini, Ficus benjamina etc. will be used as avenue trees. • A butterfly garden with the suitable host and nectar plants will be made in the site. • A bird bath facility will be provided in the garden.

Appendix ‘14’

STUDY REPORT ON SPECIFIC CSR ACTIVITIES LINKED WITH THE PRESENT PROJECT SPECIFICALLY SHOWING THE BUDGET ALLOCATION AND THE AREA / INSTITUTIONS TO WHICH THE ASSISTANCE WILL BE EXTENDED

PROPOSED I.T. BUILDING PROJECT BY M/s TRANS ASIAN SHIPPING SERVICES (P) LTD. At Sy. No. 86/1 part, 98/1 part, 98/5 part, 102/5 part, Puthencruz Village, Vadavukode-Puthencruz Panchayat, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

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IN-SOURCING OF ORDINARY EARTH SITE At Sy. 224/2, 224/24, Block No. 45, Aikkaranadu North Village, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala

INTRODUCTION To identify the needs of the nearby community to the project site, a community need assessment study was carried out in Vadavukode - Puthencruz and Aikkaranad Grama Panchayats during the second week of September 2014. The project proponent is intending to in-source about 25,000 cu. m. of ordinary earth from Kadayirippu of Aikaranad Grama Panchayat for its land filling and site developmental activities within Inforpark Phase-2 campus. The main purpose of the study was to assist the project proponent in delivering their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). As per the guidelines of Company’s Act (Amendment) 2013, the study was mainly focused on the following areas. 1. Development of Infrastructures 2. Scholarship and Sponsorship 3. Care for vulnerable 4. Environmental sustainability

Approach adopted To conduct the study, primary and secondary data were used. Primary Data: Stake holder interviews, unstructured interview, field observation, and telephonic survey. Secondary data: Yearly Project Document and Development Charter of the Panchayat Vadavucode - Puthencruz Grama Panchayat The Grama Panchayat came in to exist in 1953, where many factories started their operations in early 1960s. F A C T, Indian Oil Corporation, Hindustan Oil Corporation, Cochin refinery, Brahmapuram Diesel plant etc. are working in the Panchayat. The second phase of infopark, the Smartcity project are the upcoming projects in the Panchayat. The Panchayat is getting a large amount as tax due to the presence of such factories and companies. The Cochin Corporation identified Brhamapuram as their Municipal solid waste dumping & processing facility for the municipal solid waste from Cochin Corporation.

Grama Panchayat at glance Name of Gram Panchayat Vadavucode - Puthancruz Grama Panchayat Geographical area 36.89 Sq. Km No. of wards 17 Block Vadavucode Village Vadavucode and Puthancruz District Ernakulum Boundary North – Thrikkakara Municipality, Kunnathunadu and

Aikaranad Grama Panchayat

South – Thriruvaniyoor and Chottanikkara Grama Panchayat

East – Poothrikara Grama Panchayat

West – Thrippunithura Municipality

Demography Total Population 26,144 Male 13,440 Female 12,704 Scheduled Caste 5,017 Scheduled Tribe 123 Density of Population 709 Ratio 945

Transport Thrippunithura – Moovattupuzha is the main acess road passing along in the Gram Panchayat. Infopark road (Kakanadu – Ambalamughal) is the nearest road to the project site. The number of buses which is plying from Kakanadu to Infopark is too low. So many employees and public depends auto rickshaws for their journeys. Many companies have their own vehicle for transportations their employees, which is helpful to reduce the traffic and other transportation problems. Livelihood The majority of population’s livelihood in the Panchayat is agriculture. A portion of the population is working in various companies as casual labours. Many people migrated to this Panchayat due to the presence of various companies and factories. A portion of the population is running small shops and vehicles. MGNREGS (Mahatma Gandhi National Employment Guarantee Scheme) and animal husbandry gives additional income to the public. Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat at glance Name of Grama Panchayat Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat Geographical area 25.65 Sq. Km No. of wards 14 Block Vadavucod Village North Aikkaranad, Pattimattom District Ernakulum

Boundary North – Kunnathunad Gram Panchayat

South – Poothrukka and Ramamangalam Grama Panchayats

West – Vadavucode Puthencruz, Kunnathunadu Grama Panchayats

East – Mazhuvanoor and Ramamangalam Grama Panchayats

Demography Total Population 18,593 Male 9,288 Female 9,245 Density of Population 723 Ratio 995

Stake Holders As part of study the Socio Economic expert conducted interviews with different stakeholders of the Panchayat. The details of stake holders are given below. Sl. No Name Designation Ph. No 01 Dr. Remya S Medical Officer, Aikkaranad 04842 761537 02 Radha Mani ICDS Supervisor, Aikkaranad 8547188988 03 Jini S Ward member, Vadavucode - 9946648928 Puthencruz Grama Panchayat 04 Ragesh M Village Extension Officer, Vadavucode 9447721051 05 Sr. Leelama Prasanthi Old Age Home, Aikkaranadu 0484 2765620 06 Dr. Prasad R Medical Officer, CHC, Vadavucode 9446930496 07 C K Rajan HM, LP School, Aikkaranadu 9947148664

08 EV Sarngadharan HM, G V H S School, Aikkaranad 9744912750

09 Nirmala N N Teacher, G L P School, Vadavucode 9387165128

Identified Corporate Social Responsibility The Socio - Economic expert conducted need assessment study in Vaducode Puthancruz and Aikkaranadu Grama Panchayats. The expert identified Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the project proponent, which are given below Development of Infrastructure

A. Up gradation of the existing Anganwady in Aikkaranadu (about 25 children) and Puthencruz (about 23 children) to “Smart Anganwadies” The existing Anganwady in Puthancruz and Aikkaranadu Grama Panchayats in association with ICDS and Local self Government can be upgraded to “Smart Anganwadies” by installing of LCD projector and other gadgets. Amount Total Type of Particulars (in Rs.) (In Rs.) Expense LCD Projector, laptop, speakers and 73,000 X 2 1,46,000 Non Recurring other ancillaries Digital camera 10,000 X 2 20,000 Non Recurring Modification of existing infrastructure 50,000 X 2 1,00,000 Non Recurring Special coaching to the children on Arts, 50,000 X 2 1,00,000 Recurring Sports & Games Training to anganwadi workers and 50,000 X 2 1,00,000 Recurring parents Development of curriculum in to visuals 50,000 X 2 1,00,000 Non Recurring Study materials 10,000 X 2 20,000 Non Recurring Children’s park and recreational 1,00,000 X 2 2,00,000 Non Recurring materials Miscellaneous 10000 X 2 20,000 Recurring TOTAL 8,06,000

B. Anganwadi no. 72 at Chakkalamoola of Puthencruz is very near to the project site. This anganawadi does not have door for the toilet room. The project can support this anganwadi and another five anganwadies for its maintenance and buy recreational materials for children. Three anganwadi will be selected from Puthencruz and rest from Aikaranad Gram Panchayat. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Maintenance of Anganwaies 10,000 x 6 60,000 Non Recurring Recreational materials 5,000 x 6 30,000 Non Recurring Total 90,000

C. 1400 children are studying in Govt. H S School, Kadayirippu of Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat. The school could build 12 class rooms by the help of MP fund, but could not complete the entire work. The project can support the school to complete the work of class rooms. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Window doors 1,000 x 16nos 16,000 Non Recurring Class room doors 7,000 x 3nos 21,000 Non Recurring Tailing of floor 1,50,000 Non Recurring Fan 1500 x 10nos 15,000 Non Recurring Total 2,02,000

D. In 1903, one building of Govt. L P School Vadavucode was made by the last king of Kochi Sri. Rajasree Thampuran. Even though it has a historical value, it is not properly maintained. Therefore the project can provide support to the school for the maintenance of

building. 342 children are studying in this school. The project can setup a children’s park also in this school. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Building maintenance 2,00,000 Non Recurring Furniture for dining hall 3,000 x 10 30,000 Non Recurring Total 2,30,000

E. The Project can support 4 economically backward families (two from each Panchayats) to complete their houses and 10 families (5 from each Panchayat) to accomplish the work of toilets. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense To houses 1,00,000 x 4 4,00,000 Non Recurring To toilets 15,000 x 10 1,50,000 Non Recurring Total 5,50,000

F. The project is intending to take earth from Kadayirippu. The project can support the Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat for the maintenance and development of Kadayirippu – Mazhuvanoor road. Particulars Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Maintenance of road 3,00,000 Non Recurring Total 3,00,000

Scholarship and Sponsorship The project will launch a Scholarship and sponsorship programme. The project is indenting to help students and schools to improve the quality of education. A. The project can provide scholarship to 8 students and sponsorship to 20 students from economically back ward families to pursue their education. The project will select eligible children from Aikkaranad and Puthencruz Gram Panchayat.

Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Scholarship for professional 40,000 x 8 3,20,000 Recurring courses Sponsorship for Plus two and 5,000 x 20 1,00,000 Recurring degree Total 4,20,000

B. 114 boys and 96 girls are studying in Govt. LP School Kadayirippu of Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat. The project can sponsor some equipment to improve the quality of education. Particulars Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Computer and LCD Projector 70,000 Non Recurring Children’s Park 1,00,000 Non Recurring Modification of a class room in to smart room 70,000 Non Recurring Sports and Athletic equipments 25,000 Non Recurring Total 2,65,000

C. The Govt. H. S School Kadayirippu of Aikkaranad Grama Panchayat can’t use water from well for drinking due to the presence of coliform bacteria is higher than permitted level. To

prevent health problems and improve the physical fitness of the children, the project can sponsor a Water purifier and equipments for Sports and Athletics. Particulars Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Water purifier with 6 taps 45,000 Non Recurring AMC for water purifier 5,000 Recurring Sports and athletic kits 30,000 Non Recurring Total 80,000

D. The project can conduct three day children’s camp in each Gram Panchayat during the summer vacation. Te camp will be in association with Kudumbasree and CHILDLINE 1098. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Three day camp 200 x 100 Children x 6 days 1,20,000 Recurring Total 1,20,000 Care for Vulnerable A. The project can support Vadavucode CHC and Aikkaranad PHC by providing equipments like Air bed, water bed, wheel chair, back rest etc. Pain and Palliative care units are actively working in these two Panchayats. Particulars Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Water bed, wheel chair etc. to Vadavucode CHC 50,000 Recurring Water bed, wheel chair etc. to Aikaranad PHC 50,000 Recurring Total 1,00,000

B. The project can conduct medical camp in two Panchayats and will provide hearing aids to 10 people those who have hearing problem. This initiation will be executed in association with Grama Panchayats and health centers. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Medical camp 50,000 x 2 1,00,000 Non Recurring Hearing aids 10,000 x 10 1,00,000 Non Recurring Total 2,00,000

C. The project can support 10 economically backward patients from each Gram Panchayat to do their dialysis. And can provide medical support to 20 people those who have medication for long time. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense To dialysis 1000 x 52 dialysis x 10 people 5,20,000 Recurring Medical aid 1000 x 20 people x 12 months 2,40,000 Recurring Total 7,60,000

D. The project can reserve two job opportunities for widows or ladies from women headed family, one job opportunity would be reserved for physically challenged. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Job opportunities 10,000 x 3 x 12 months 3,60,000 Recurring Total 3,60,000

E. The project can contribute an amount in the relief fund of prime minister or district collector during the time of calamities like flood in Kashmir in September 2014 or other important occasions. Particulars Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Contribution to relief fund 3,00,000 Recurring Total 3,00,000

Environmental Sustainability A. In association with schools and clubs the project can plant 1000 plants (500 plants in each Panchayat). The project will announce rewards those who nurture the plants in a good manner. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Plants and protection net 450 x 1000 4,50,000 Non Recurring Maintenance cost 50,000 Recurring Rewards 50,000 Non Recurring Total 5,50,000

B. The project can conduct various programmes in association with Colleges and School to protect and promotion of environment. Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense Sensitization of students 3,000 x 6 18,000 Recurring Painting and poster making 200 x 100 children 20,000 Recurring competition Prize and miscellaneous 10,000 Recurring Printing of Posters and 30,000 Recurring calendars Total 78,000

Summary Sl. Areas of Intervention No. of Recurring Non Recurring No Intervention Expenses (in Rs.) Expenses (in Rs.) 1 Development of 6 2,20,000 19,58,000 Infrastructure 2 Scholarship and 4 5,45,000 3,40,000 Sponsorship 3 Care for Vulnerable 5 15,20,000 2,00,000 4 Environmental 2 1,28,000 5,00,000 sustainability Total 17 24,13,000 29,98,000

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DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT ENGAGED

Name of the Project : PROPOSED I.T. BUILDING SITE ATPuthencruz Village, Vadavukode-Puthencruz Panchayat, Kunnathunadu Taluk, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

Project Proponent : M/s TRANS ASIAN SHIPPING SERVICES (P) LTD Nature of Name of the Address & E-mail Approvals, if any the Consultant / from NABL / MoEF Consultancy Expert / CPCB etc. EIA / EMP Environmental A1-198, Janak Puri,  NABET Accredited Organization Engineers & New Delhi – 110 058. EIA Consultancy Consultants Pvt. Ltd. organization at EIA - P. Z. THOMAS E-mail: Serial No. 53, List Coordinator [email protected] of Accredited FAE - LU SUMERE DAR Consultancy FAE - AP P. Z. THOMAS Organization MEGHA C PARMAR  An ISO 9001:2008 FAE-AQ MOHAN A PATIL Certified company FAE-WP P. Z. THOMAS MEGHA C PARMAR SREEJITH P. N. FAE-EB SAMEER DESHPANDE SREEJITH P N TOMS AUGUSTINE (Team Member) ARUN BABU V (Team Member) FAE-NV P. Z. THOMAS MOHAN A PATIL DR. V. MOHANAN FAE-SE DR. JACOB JOHN JOMON M. C. (Team Member) FAE-HG MUKESH SUROLIYA FAE-GS MUKESH SUROLIYA FAE-RH MEGHA C PARMAR FAE-SHW P. Z. THOMAS MEGHA C PARMAR Environmental M/s Poluchem Pallath Building, North  NABL Approved Monitoring & Laboratories (P) Ltd. Kalamassery P.O., Laboratory analysis Ernakulam, Kerala-  KSPCB Approved 683104 Laboratory E-mail: [email protected] Yield Study M/s Agriculture and TC-4/695, Krishnendu, Eco-system Toll Jn., Ambalamukku Management Group Road, Kowdiar P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-695003 E-mail: [email protected]