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Azerbaijan: Power Transmission Project E1090 Transmission Lines Rehabilitation sub-projects v. 1

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

I 2nd APSHERON 500 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 2nd APSHERON 500 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The Azerbaijan Government has applied for funding from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (the World Bank) for a project to develop transmission system control and to rehabilitate power transmission facilities. Some of the funds are planned used for investments in this transmission line.

The second Apsheron 500 kV line is the main transmission line connecting the primary generation plant Azgres located in the western side of the country to a 1 x 800 MVA 500/220 kV autotransformer in the Apsheron 500/330/220 kV substation located in the Baku load center area. It is a single circuit line 250 km in length, using 750 towers equipped with 3 x ACSR-330 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1989. It is designed to carry a load of 2250 Amps and is loaded with 925 Amps (Maximum loading capacity, considering the receiving end configuration).

The transmission line was designed and constructed with long spans between the towers. Frequently, “tangent-suspension” type (∏) towers in those long spans overturn and collapse. The routing of the line passes through relatively low-lying flat sites that have an aggressive ground (saline and highly corrosive). U-shaped bolts fixing the towers to the footings have become severely corroded, break down, and result in a forced outage of the line. Conductor spacers are worn-out, are broken, and can result in faults caused by contact.

Failure in this line, or in the single transformer at the receiving end, would necessitate transmitting its load mainly on the first Apsheron 300 kV line, again limited by the single 400 MVA transformer at the receiving end. Load shedding measures will have to be implemented in case of such failures.

The above is the cause for forced and frequent unforced outages. Forced outages during peak load conditions would entail shedding a load amounting to approximately 400 MW for the duration of the outage.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 10 (∏) type towers (Ref. number 353, 423, 426, 561, 562, 598, 657, 683 and 687) by “turning” type (Ā) towers for increased stability. Installation of two new (∏) type towers at excessively long span areas. Replacement of 600 U-shaped corroded fixation bolts. Replacement of corresponding damaged tower footings (corroded foundation re-bars). Replacement of broken conductor spacers in the span between towers number 520 up to 713 (62 km length). Installing new insulators and line armatures Installation of new grounding rods Installation of new vibration dampers The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$1 million. Apsheron 1 and 2 TL are considered to pass through the following terrain:

- Mountain relief, length of line - 60 km - Hilly relief, length of line - 90 km - Flat relief, length of line - 92,8 km (and Apsheron 2, 100.54 km)

In the immediate vicinity of Apsheron Substation, the lines remain in a valley out of view of the main road corridor for some 20 km before running parallel to the M4 road to the town of Maraza. Thereafter the lines cross a plateau (generally at levels of 700-1000m above sea level) and the valley of the River Pusoal before reaching the Agsu scarp.

Access in these areas is not restricted by development, but the relative isolation of the lines from surfaced roads is a problem. In some areas heavy clays make access difficult and on some of the higher sections snow and ice also restrict operations in winter.

The vegetation in this area is almost exclusively grassland. There is no evidence of forest or other complex ecosystems being directly affected by the projects. However, the lines traverse lands in close proximity to a number of sites of potential conservation value. It is also possible that some endangered or threatened animal species could be affected. Land uses are generally restricted to grazing.

2 From Agsu to Mingacevir the lines run off the valley floor, typically on the lower and mid slopes of the scarp. Access is difficult in these areas because of soil types (often heavy clays) and in winter snow and ice. Lands traversed are typically used for low intensity grazing.

Erosion is a concern along the entire length of the lines, in two contexts. There are a number of extremely vulnerable, ‘badland,’ areas, and there are also areas where access tracks (not necessarily related to Azerenerji operations) running under and alongside lines have led to local severe erosion problems.

Access will be required for 20 continuous kilometers of line. There is a possible risk of erosion from access and indirect damage from erosion and sedimentation. No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the right-of-way or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 2nd APSHERON 500 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Note: The Starting and Ending Dates shown hereinafter are conditional ones. Specific dates will be determined during evaluation of bidding documents.

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

II 1st APSHERON 330 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st APSHERON 330 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Apsheron line is a 500 kV rated line, operated at 330 kV. Both this line and the 2nd Apsheron line are considered the most important two transmission lines in the grid. The 1st Apsheron transmission line connects the primary generation plant Az Dres located in the western side of the country to a x 400 MVA 330/220 kV autotransformer in the Apsheron 500/330/220 kV substation located in the Baku load center area. It is a single line 242 km in length, using 699 towers equipped with 3 x ACSR-330 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1986. It is designed to carry a load of 2235 Amps and is loaded with 700 Amps (Maximum loading capacity, considering the receiving end configuration).

The transmission line was designed and constructed with long spans between the towers. Frequently, (∏) type suspension towers in those long spans over-turn and collapse. The routing of the line passes through relatively low-lying flat sites that have an aggressive ground (saline and highly corrosive). U-shaped bolts fixing the towers to the footing have become severely corroded. They break down, forcing an outage of the line. Conductor spacers are worn-out and are broken.

Failure in this line, or in the single transformer at the receiving end, would necessitate transmitting its load mainly on the second Apsheron 500 kV line, limited by the single 800 MVA transformer at the receiving end. Load shedding measures would also have to be implemented

The above is the cause for forced and frequent unforced outages. Forced outages during peak load conditions would entail shedding a load amounting to approximately 200 MW for the duration of the outage.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 7 (∏) type towers (Ref. number 421, 448, 471, 495, 551 and 584) by (Ā) type towers for increased stability.

Installation of one new (∏) type towers at excessively long span areas.

4 Replacement of 1200 U-shaped corroded fixation bolts.

Replacement of corresponding damaged tower footings (corroded foundation bolts).

Replacement of broken conductor spacers in the span between towers number 520 up to 699 (60 km length).

Installing new insulators and line armatures

Installation of new grounding rods

Installation of new vibration dampers.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$1.5 million.

Apsheron 1 and 2 TL are considered to pass through the following terrain:

- Mountain relief, length of line - 60 km - Hilly relief, length of line - 90 km - Flat relief, length of line - 92,8 km (and Apsheron 2, 100.54 km)

From Agsu to Mingacevir the lines run off the valley floor, typically on the lower and mid slopes of the scarp. Access is difficult in these areas because of soil types (often heavy clays) and in winter snow and ice. Lands traversed are typically used for low intensity grazing.

B. SCHEDULE – 1st APSHERON 330 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

III 4th ALI-BAYRAMLI 330 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 4th ALI-BAYRAMLI 330 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The fourth Ali-Bayramli line is a 330 kV line. It is the main transmission line connecting the generation plant at Ali-Bayramli Dres located south west of Baku to the Yashma 330/220/110 kV substation. It is a single line 121 km in length, using 358 towers equipped with 2 x ACSR-330 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1978. It is designed to carry a load of 1420 Amps and is loaded with 950 Amps.

The 4th Ali-Bayramli derives its importance from the fact that it constitutes (with the Mingechevir – Ali-Bayramli – Yashma lines) an important part for closing the loops connecting the Apsheron load center area with AZ-Dres generating plant as well as being the main link connecting the Russian grid to the Azeri grid. It is currently anticipated to tap the line in order to terminate it at the Apsheron substation.

The routing of the line passes through relatively low-lying flat sites that have an aggressive ground (saline and highly corrosive). U-shaped fixation bolts fixing the towers to the footings have become severely corroded. Bolts breakdown and cause towers to overturn, forcing an outage of the line.

The above is the cause for forced and frequent unforced outages. Forced outages during peak load conditions would entail shedding a load amounting to approximately 110 MW for the duration of the outage.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 45 U-shaped corroded fixation bolts.

Replacement of corresponding damaged tower footings (corroded foundation bolts).

Installation of new grounding rods.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$100,000.

South of Sangachal Substation the transmission line traverses a dry, dusty basin before rising to cross a mud volcano ridge. This heavily scarred landscape is extremely vulnerable. This area is criss-crossed by numerous tracks used by trucks evacuating construction materials, and erosion is a widespread problem. However, there does not appear to be a particular problem related to the transmission line or Azerenerji operations.

In this area, the lines pass through or immediately adjacent to the proposed Gobustan National Park.. Once off the mud volcano ridge, and north of the M4, the line traverses a flat canalized floodplain of the R.Usaal for approx 10 kilometers. Very heavy plastic clayey soils make access difficult in this area outside the dry summer months. This area is partly used for agricultural activity and access will require crossing of fields. There are pre-defined access tracks for each tower (but these are not obvious on the ground).

South of the M4, towards Ali Bayramli, the land rises and ground conditions improve but remain clayey. Grassland vegetation dominates and is widely used for grazing. The lines in these areas and in particular North of the M4, are exposed to high winds.

Some possible risks and issues:

- Access will be required for some 45 continuous kilometers of line. - Potential issues relating to natural and cultural values of proposed Gobustan National Park (although the project is only rehabilitation of existing transmission line) - Erosion risks - Dust effects - Right to access in peri-urban areas.

8 B. SCHEDULE – 4th ALI-BAYRAMLI 330 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

IV 1st ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Ali-Bayramli 220 kV line is a main transmission line connecting the generation plant Ali-Bayramli Dres located south west of Baku to Mushfiq 220/110 kV substation located in the Baku load center area. It is also the main link to provide power supply to Sangachal substation and Khirdalan substation (through Apsheron substation).

It is a single line 109 km in length, using 320 towers equipped with 2 x ACSR-300 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1961. It is designed to carry a load of 1420 Amps and is loaded with 950 Amps.

The transmission line conductor wires have been damaged and corroded at the connection points with the conductor spacers because of conductor oscillations due to wind forces. Insulators have aged and have severely deteriorated.

The above is the cause for forced and frequent unforced outages. A failure of this line will cause an overload on Apsheron / Khirdalan substations and entail shedding a load amounting to approximately 75 MW, for the duration of the outage.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 2 x ACSR-300 damaged conductors (40 km length) by ACSR-500 conductors in the spans between towers number 40 up to 92 and towers number 199 up to 267.

Replacement of 5000 porcelain insulators by glass insulators and line armatures.

Necessity for reinforcing the towers cross arms in the spans between towers number 40 up to 92 and towers number 199 up to 267.

10 Installation of new vibration dampers.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$1 million.

Some possible risks and issues:

11 B. SCHEDULE – 1st ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

12 V 3rd APSHERON 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 3rd APSHERON 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The third Apsheron 220 kV line is connecting the main Apsheron 500/330/220 kV substation to the Khirdalan 220/110 kV substation, and is as such an essential connection to the AZ Dres generation plant. It is a single line 23 km in length, using 83 towers equipped with MP-240 and ACSR- 300 conductors. The line was put in service in 1949. It is designed to carry a load of 710 Amps and is loaded with 600 Amps.

During peak load conditions, this line with the 4th Apsheron line, provides some 200 MW to the Khirdalan substation. If any one of these two lines fails, the remaining balance of 160 MW has to be distributed on the 1st and 2nd Ali-Bayramli lines. Each of latter two lines can accommodate 30 MW only.

Conductors type MP-240 are worn out and are damaged. Frequent breakage incidents occur forcing an outage of the line. This condition would entail shedding a load amounting to approximately 100 MW for the duration of the outage.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

• Replacement of MP-240 damaged conductors (20 km length) by ACSR-300 conductors in the spans between towers number 13 up to 83

• Replacing line armatures

• Installation of new vibration dampers.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$300,000.

From Bookshop Substation project-affected sections of the 3rd and 4th Apsheron lines run parallel to each other on the mid and upper slopes of hillsides within rural and semi urban contexts. Where the lines run in proximity to the M1 near Xirdalan, new development is occurring rapidly.

13 Near the Musviqabad urban area, only the road and oil pipeline corridors that run parallel between the transmission lines and the urban area protect the lines.

At sites close to the road between Sumqait and the M1 and south of the M1, development has undoubtedly encroached within the Right of Way for the lines. Elsewhere land under the towers is used for grazing purposes and the vegetation cover is good. In this area, there is no obvious widespread erosion problem, but numerous unmanaged tracks run along and across the Right of Way. Some of these show early indications of erosion problems. In this area, the lines are exposed to strong winds. The 10 km of the line nearest the Apsheron Substation is located in an entirely rural context and isolated from development. The lines run in a broad, flat-bottomed valley with heavy clayey soils that pose significant access problems in winter.

B. SCHEDULE – 3rd APSHERON 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

14 VI 4th APSHERON 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 4th APSHERON 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The fourth Apsheron 220 kV line is connecting the main Apsheron 500/330/220 kV substation to the Khirdalan 220/110 kV substation, and is as such an essential connection to the AZ Dres generation plant. It is a single line 23 km in length, using 83 towers equipped with MP-240 and ACSR- 300 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1949. It is designed to carry a load of 710 Amps and is loaded with 600 Amps.

During peak load conditions, this line with the 3rd Apsheron line, provides some 200 MW to the Khirdalan substation. If any one of these two lines fails, the remaining balance of 160 MW has to be distributed on the 1st and 2nd Ali-Bayramli lines. Each of latter two lines can accommodate 30 MW only.

Conductors type MP-240 is worn-out and are damaged. Frequent breakage incidents occur forcing an outage of the line. Load shed will amount to approximately 100 MW.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

• Replacement of MP-240 damaged conductors (20 km length) by ACSR-300 conductors in the spans between towers number 13 up to 83.

• Replacing line armatures.

• Installation of new vibration dampers.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$300,000.

15 From Bookshop Substation project-affected sections of the 3rd and 4th Apsheron lines run parallel to each other on the mid and upper slopes of hillsides within rural and semi urban contexts. Where the lines run in proximity to the M1 near Xirdalan, new development is occurring rapidly. Near the Musviqabad urban area, only the road and oil pipeline corridors that run parallel between the transmission lines and the urban area protect the lines.

B. SCHEDULE – 4th APSHERON 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

16 VII SANGACHAL 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – SANGACHAL 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The Sangachal 220 kV line is connecting the Khirdalan 220/110 kV main substation located at the Baku load center area to the Ali-Bayramli Gres through the Sangachal 220/110 kV substation. It is a single line 46 km in length, using 132 towers equipped with 2 x ACSR-300 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1962. It is designed to carry a load of 1420 Amps and is loaded with 800 Amps.

This line is the extension of the 2nd Ali-Bayramli line to the Mushfiq substation and consequently to the Apsheron substation. During the peak hours, it contributes in the supply to the Khirdalan substation by delivering 100 MW. Khirdalan is an economically important industrial area.

The transmission line conductor wires have corroded and are damaged at the connection points with the conductor spacers because of conductor oscillations due to wind forces. Insulators have aged and have severely deteriorated.

The above causes frequent forced outages. In case of failure, load shed will amount to approximately 60 MW.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 2 x ACSR-300 damaged conductors (24 km length) by ACSR-500 conductors in the spans between towers number 59 up to 132. Replacement of 1400 porcelain insulators by glass insulators in the spans between towers number 59 up to 132 and replacement of line armatures. Reinforce the towers cross arms for the same spans. Installation of new vibration dampers

17 The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$600,000.

The Sangachal (and Ali Bayramli 1) lines originate from Bookshop and Xirdalan SS respectively. These are located on the periphery of the Greater Baku urban area where there is some development pressure, particularly in areas close to the M1 and also the road running south from the M1 to Qaradok. Once clear of these road corridors, the lines run in parallel across a largely undeveloped plateau. In one area the lines run adjacent and parallel to an oil pipeline.

At present, the plateau is criss-crossed by numerous tracks used by trucks evacuating construction materials, and erosion is a problem in some areas. However, there does not appear to be a particular problem with respect of the transmission line.

The line exits the plateau via a scarp that is heavily scarred by erosion though again this does not appear to be directly linked to the transmission lines or access to them. At the base of the scarp, the lines cross the dry plains of the Gobustan area. Mud Volcanoes are common in this area and occur in close proximity to the lines at a number of locations. The lines also pass through the proposed Gobustan National Park.

On the higher plateau, lands are widely used for grazing but the lower plains are much drier and the land is more heavily degraded and typically used only for winter grazing. The lines are exposed to high winds on both high plateau and in the Gobustan area.

B. SCHEDULE – SANGACHAL 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

18 VIII 1st MINGECHEVIR 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st MINGECHEVIR 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Mingechevir 220 kV line is a transmission line connecting the generation plant Mingechevir SES to the Agsu 220/110 kV substation. It is a single line 122 km in length, using 374 towers equipped with ACSR-341 conductors. The line was put in service in 1949. It is designed to carry a load of 815 Amps and is loaded with 550 Amps.

The 1st Mingechevir line provides power supply to the Agsu substation. In case of failure, the supply will be made through the Apsheron substation / Agsu transmission line which is already overloaded.

Insulators have aged and have severely deteriorated showing micro crack signs, forcing frequent outages. In case of failure, load shed will amount to approximately 80 MW.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

• Reinforcement of the towers 1-95 cross arms

• Replacement of 6000 porcelain insulators by new glass insulators.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$150,000.

19 These 1st and 2nd Mingechevir lines run on the northern edge of, but entirely within, the Kura valley, parallel and north of Route M1. The lands traversed are flat, and there are no erosion problems evident beneath the towers.

All affected lands have been heavily degraded and contain no original habitats. As with many areas on the Kura Valley floor, the intensive agriculture of the pre-independence era has now been replaced by lower levels of activity. There is no obvious threat from development though construction in some villages is located in proximity to lines.

Although the Lines typically run close to the M1, the heavy clayey soils of the valley may make access to individual towers problematic.

Some risks to be considered are: - direct impacts on aquatic life resulting from the alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed. - indirect damage from erosion and sedimentation that can threaten aquatic life. - access is required for the majority of the line (122 km).

No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the Right-of-Way or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 1st MINGECHEVIR 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

20 IX 2nd MINGECHEVIR 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 2nd MINGECHEVIR 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The second Mingechevir 220 kV line is a main transmission line connecting the generation plant at Mingechaur SES to the Gabala 220 kV substation. It is a single line 96 km in length, using 297 towers equipped with ACSR-300 & ACSR-400 conductors. The line was put in service in 1954. It is designed to carry a load of 860 Amps and is loaded with 600 Amps.

The 2nd Mingechevir line provides power supply to the Qabala substation which distributes power to an important military area that has to have a 100 % load supply secured at all times.

The characteristics of the porcelain insulators have deteriorated and they show signs of internal micro cracks, forcing frequent outages. In case of failure of this line, a load amounting to 60 MW will have to be shed.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Reinforcement of the some tower cross arms

Replacement of 3900 porcelain insulators by glass insulators.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$100,000.

These 1st and 2nd Mingechevir lines run on the northern edge of, but entirely within, the Kura valley, parallel and north of Route M1. The lands traversed are flat, and there are no erosion problems evident beneath the towers.

21 All affected lands have been heavily degraded and contain no original habitats. As with many areas on the Kura Valley floor, the intensive agriculture of the pre-independence era has now been replaced by lower levels of activity. There is no obvious threat from development though construction in some villages is located in proximity to lines.

Although the Lines typically run close to the M1, the heavy clayey soils of the valley may make access to individual towers problematic.

Some risks to be considered are:

- direct impacts on aquatic life resulting from the alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed. - indirect damage from erosion and sedimentation that can threaten aquatic life. - access is required for the majority of the line (122 km).

No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the Right-of-Way or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 2nd MINGECHEVIR 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

22 X AGSU 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – AGSU 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The Agsu 220 kV line is connecting the Agsu 220/110kV substation to the Apsheron main 500/330/220 kV substation located in the Baku load center area. It is a single line 107 km in length, using 320 towers equipped with several types of conductors; ACSR-300, ACSR-341 & MP-240 conductors. The line was put in service in 1949. It is designed to carry a load of 900 Amps and is loaded with 550 Amps.

The line is a main link in the power supply path from the Mingechavir generation plant to the Apsheron substation. It is considered as the reserve alternative power supply source to the Apsheron substation in case of failures of any of the Apsheron lines. Failure of the Agsu line would deprive Azerenerji of their maneuverability measure when they are already very thin on reserve capacity.

The strength of the insulators’ characteristics has deteriorated and they show signs of internal micro cracks, forcing frequent outages. In case of failure of this line, a load amounting to 80 MW will have to be shed.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

• Reinforcement of the cross arm on all towers

• Replacement of all porcelain insulators by new glass insulators.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$200,000.

The line runs to the south of, and generally parallel to, the Apsheron Lines in the foothills on the northern edge of the Kur Valley and in the Azerenerji Line description the line is described in a similar manner to the Apsheron Lines, namely as passing over ‘flat’, ‘hilly’ and ‘mountainous’ areas.

Some possible risks are in the following areas:

- Access to spans 1 to 122, some 35-40 km - Erosion threat from access - Direct impacts on aquatic life resulting from the alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed. - Indirect damage from erosion and sedimentation that can threaten aquatic life.

No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the Right-of-Way or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – AGSU 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

24 XI 2nd ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 2nd ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The second Ali-Bayramli 220 kV line is a main transmission line connecting the generation plant Ali-Bayramli Dres located south west of Baku to the Sangachal 220/110 kV substation. It is a single line 70 km in length, using 197 towers equipped with 2 x ACSR-300 / phase conductors. The line was put in service in 1962. It is designed to carry a load of 1400 Amps and is loaded with 800 Amps.

The line provides power supply to the Sangashal substation and contributes in the supply to Khirdalan substation.

The conductors of the spans between towers 59 to 132 have severely deteriorated due to conductor oscillation resulting from wind forces. The strength of the insulators’ characteristics has deteriorated. They show signs of internal micro cracks and they are causes for frequent forced outages.

If a failure occurs in the line during peak load conditions, a portion of Khirdalan substation’s load, amounting to 100 MW, will have to be shed.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of 2 x ACSR-300 damaged conductors (24 km length) by ACSR-500 conductors in the spans between towers number 59 up to 132

Replacement of 5000 porcelain insulators by new glass insulators at the same spans

Replacement of poles cross arms and line armatures

Installation of vibration dampers.

25 The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$500,000.

Some possible risks and issues:

B. SCHEDULE – 2nd ALI-BAYRAMLI 220 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

XII 1st ALAT 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st ALAT 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Alat 110 kV line is connecting the Alat 110 kV substation to the Sangachal 110 kV substation. It is a single line 31 km in length, using 140 towers equipped with AS-150 conductors. It is designed to carry a load of 450 Amps and is loaded with 350 Amps.

Alat is an “on-shore” oil production area and a central railway power-supply station.

The transmission line conductor wires have become worn out. Several wooden towers have exceeded there life time and are completely worn out.

The above causes frequent forced outages. Failure of this line will entail shedding a load amounting to 20 MW in addition to the resulting economic losses.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of AS-150 damaged conductors (12 km length) by new conductors

Replacement of 70 wooden towers by new steel / reinforced concrete ones

New civil works for the foundations

Replacement of insulators and line armatures

Installation of new vibration dampers.

28 The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$700,000.

The areas traversed by the line are utilized both as oil production areas and for agricultural purposes. There is a slight risk of direct impact on aquatic life resulting from alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed, and indirect damage from erosion and sedimentation that can threaten aquatic life. No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the ROW or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 1st ALAT 110 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

29 XIII 1st BARDA 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st BARDA 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Barda 110 kV line is connecting the Barda 110 kV substation to the Yevlakh 110 kV substation. It is a single line 23 km in length, using 143 towers equipped with AS-700 & AS-95 conductors. The line was put in service in 1956, and has not received any maintenance since that time. It is designed to carry a load of 265 Amps and is loaded with 250 Amps.

The line provides power supply source to agricultural and industrial areas as well as large residential areas for the workers. Power supply to this area has also a social and political importance value.

The transmission line conductors have aged and are damaged. The wooden towers are worn-off.

The above causes frequent forced outages. Failure of this line will entail shedding a load amounting to 10 MW.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of AS-70 & AS-95 damaged conductors (21 km length) by AS-95 conductors in the spans between towers number 59 up to 132

Replacement of 60 towers including the replacement of the porcelain insulators by new glass insulators

New civil works for the foundations

New line armatures

30 Installation of new vibration dampers.

The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$600,000.

The Barda line runs in the central Kura Valley. The lands traversed are flat and there are no erosion concerns beneath the towers. Soil salinisation is however a concern. All potentially affected lands have been heavily degraded and contain no original habitats. Lower levels of activity have now replaced the intensive agriculture of the pre-independence era. There is no obvious threat from development.

Despite proximity to surfaced road, access can be difficult at towers remote from tracks because of the nature of soils.

Some risks relate to access required for the entire 23.3 km, and direct impacts on aquatic life resulting from the alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed.

No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the Right-of-Way or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 1st BARDA 110 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

XIV 1st KURDAMIR 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – 1st KURDAMIR 110 kV TRANSMISSION LINE

The first Kurdamir 110 kV line is connecting the Kurdamir 110 kV substation to the Udjar 110 kV substation. It is a single line 44 km in length, using 172 towers equipped with AS-120 conductor. The line was put in service in 1959. It is designed to carry a load of 330 Amps and is loaded with 300 Amps.

The Kurdamir area is a central railway power-supply station. In normal conditions, power supply to the Kurdamir area is secured through Udjar. In case this link fails, limited power will be supplied from Agsu.

The transmission line conductor wires have corroded and are damaged at the connection point with the spacers due to conductor oscillation resulting from wind forces.

Failure of this line will entail shedding a load amounting to 20 MW.

Necessary Rehabilitation / Upgrading Works:

Replacement of AS-120 damaged conductors (4 km length) by the same conductor type.

Replacement of 20 towers including the replacement of 1400 porcelain insulators by new glass insulators, and required civil works

Installation of vibration dampers

New line armatures.

32 The cost for implementing the above mentioned works is estimated to be less than US$200,000.

The transmission line runs entirely within the Kura valley within agricultural areas, (in the past, typically irrigated), between Kurdamir and Ucar. The line runs parallel to and within a relatively short distance to the M4 (<500m). Nevertheless, access is not always easy off main routes because of the nature of soils. Summer working would be desirable in most cases.

The lands traversed are flat and there are no erosion problems evident either along the lines or at tower sites. Equally, there is no obvious threat from development. All affected lands have been heavily degraded and contain no original habitats. However, lower levels of activity have now replaced the intensive agriculture of the pre-independence era.

Some possible risks relate to the need for access along 4 km of line, and direct impacts on aquatic life resulting from the alteration of conditions in a water body or streambed.

No data is available with respect to possible contamination along the ROW or the likely presence of heritage/ cultural assets.

B. SCHEDULE – 1st KURDAMIR 110 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

Starting date Ending date

MITIGATION ACTIVITIES Construction – preliminary estimate, March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 depending on timing of World Bank loan Operation – preliminary estimate October 1, 2006

MONITORING ACTIVITIES Construction March 1, 2006 October 1, 2006 Operation October 1, 2006

Sections C through G of this Environmental Management Plan (EMP) are identical for the transmission-line rehabilitation subprojects of the Azerbaijan Power Transmission Project.

33 C. MITIGATION PLAN

Phase Issue Mitigating Cost of Responsibility* Measure Mitigation (if Substantial) I. Construction a. Air emissions (dust) from Spray with water, particularly during windy, dry Small Contractor demolition, removal of old conditions equipment, and/or topsoil leveling or removal, and vehicle/ machinery exhausts b. Noise. Adverse noise and Tower works (rehabilitation and new tower Small Contractor vibration impacts may be construction) will be carried out during daylight generated by some activities hours. If power outages are required, it may be at construction site. Impacts necessary to carry out some works at night or not likely to be significant weekends. In such cases, the local population will and will be short lived, highly be informed sufficiently in advance through local localized in nature and media. generally isolated from communities. c. Wastes generated from Wastes to be sorted and placed in temporary storage Small Contractor construction and demolition on-site. Subsequently, removed by licensed activities (metals, ceramics, contractors for disposal at government-approved glass, wood, concrete, etc.). sites, or sold for reprocessing to companies with legitimate operating permits. d. Harmful and dangerous Temporary storage on-site at a location that is Small Contractor material specially prepared to receive these materials (impervious base, fenced and locked with only authorized access etc.) and removed by firms with valid license recognized by the environmental authorities. e. Affected land and Ecological reshaping by filling holes, soil leveling, Small Contractor vegetation and re-vegetation. No pesticides will be used for any land clearing operations (e.g. new tower platforms, access roads preparation, etc.). All land clearing will be done by manual or mechanical methods.

34 Phase Issue Mitigating Cost of Responsibility* Measure Mitigation (if Substantial) f. Construction of access In the case of new towers or towers where previous Small Contractor roads – impact on access routes have been abandoned for some time, ecologically sensitive areas when detailed design is being done, or site surveys are begun, a local ecological expert (university or local NGO) will work with the engineering team in selecting the best routes and construction techniques for access routes to avoid significant ecological disruptions g. Cultural Properties A clearance from the Ministry of Culture or its' Small Contractor equivalent, that routes of the access roads or any of the proposed construction activities do not infringe upon any areas of cultural significance. Also if something is found by accident, Azerbaijan chance find procedures will be followed; if there are no such procedures, than the procedure to be followed will be to stop work until cultural heritage experts have officially deemed it appropriate to proceed. h. Work camp sanitary Temporary work camps are to provide facilities for Small Contractor conditions garbage and sanitary waste management (latrines, garbage pits etc.) or removal. Such facilities should be located away from surface waters. At the close of each day, the facilities are to be secured to prevent rodent or vector infestation (covered, limestone added etc.). When the camp is closed, such facilities are to be permanently secured, and restored to their original characteristics (covered with topsoil revegetated etc.) II. Operation a. Electromagnetic field Any new equipment purchased shall limit Small Operator electromagnetic field levels to within Azerbaijan standards and/or in accordance with good international practices

* Items indicated to be the responsibility of the contractor shall be specified in the bid documents.

35 D. MONITORING PLAN

Phase What parameter is Where How When Monitoring Cost Responsibility to be monitored? is the parameter to is the parameter to is the parameter to What is the cost of be monitored? be monitored/ type be monitored- equipment or of monitoring frequency of contractor charges equipment? measurement or to perform continuous? monitoring I. Construction a. Air emissions On site Visual Dry, windy Small Contractor (dust) periods b. Noise On site, nearby DB[A] meter During noisy Small Contractor population centers equipment operation c. Wastes On site Visual During/after Small Contractor generated from removal of old construction and equipment demolition activities d. Harmful and On site, under or Visual Within Small Contractor dangerous near potentially construction material leaking equipment period to be replaced e. Affected land On site Visual Within Small Contractor and vegetation construction period i. Suitability of At proposed Visual, with During site survey, Small Contractor access roads to access road ecological expert prior to any road avoid route(s) familiar with the clearing or ecologically area construction sensitive areas

36 Phase What parameter is Where How When Monitoring Cost Responsibility to be monitored? is the parameter to is the parameter to is the parameter to What is the cost of be monitored? be monitored/ type be monitored- equipment or of monitoring frequency of contractor charges equipment? measurement or to perform continuous? monitoring j. Cultural At any site where Visual Prior to any Small Contractor Properties physical works are construction anticipated (official approval), during construction (chance find) k. Work camp At construction Visual Prior to camp use, Small Contractor sanitary camp site weekly after camp conditions is in service, and after camp closure. II. Operation a. Electromagnetic Near high-voltage Electrometer and When new Small Operator field equipment magnetometer equipment is energized

E. INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING

1. Equipment Purchases

Type of equipment Electric and magnetic field measurement equipment • Number of units 1

• Total cost About $5,000

• Local or international International purchase

2. Training

Type of Training Mitigation, monitoring • Number of students 1 (Environmental person in the Project Implementation Unit) • Total costs US$5,000 (if travel) • Local or international International purchase

• Comment Azerenerji will consider training for more personnel, i.e. beyond the specific needs related to the World Bank project components

3. Consultant Services

Type of Services Mitigation and monitoring training • Cost Indicatively $10,000

• Comment Environmental training planned as one of several components in a broader project implementation consultancy contract • Local or international International purchase

38 F. INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS

Decision Making Chain of Command for Environmental Management Activity Institution(s) Responsible Environmental Monitoring Transmission Line Manager Environmental Data Analysis Project Implementation Unit (project phase) Environmental Report Project Implementation Unit Preparation (project phase) Environmental Decision Operator Environmental Management Operator Authority

G. CONSULTATION WITH LOCAL NGOs AND PROJECT-AFFECTED GROUPS

The announcements on consultations were done by radio broadcasting in local radio networks, and by telephone, and by notices located at places where peoples usually crowded: close to markets, shops, schools, bus stations. Moreover, special letters were sent to appropriate persons and authorities.

By Azerenerji’s initiative, the EMPs were disclosed and considered in the framework of the regular Conference of the “Caspian Basin Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Training Program”, funded by the Canadian International Development Agency. The Conference was arranged on October 5-8, 2004, in Baku with participation of representatives of the local environmental authorities and different non-governmental institutions.

The meeting for sub-projects and EMPs public consideration in Imishli was carried out on November 8, 2004; in Kurdamir such meeting took place on November 9, 2004. In Imishli the information about the works under sub-projects around the region was provided by Mr. A. Samedov, Director of the Ali-Bayramli High Voltage Power Network Enterprise, and appropriate information in Kurdamir was provided by Mr. N. Djabrailov, Chief Engineer of the same Enterprise. The appropriate sub-projects and EMPs public consideration in Yevlakh was carried out on November 15, 2004; in Gandja corresponding meeting was held on November 18, 2004. The report about the sub-project and EMP in Yevlakh was presented by Mr. A. Farzaliyev, Head of Yevlakh Region Department of Gandja High Voltage Power Network Enterprise. In Gandja corresponding sub-projects and relevant EMPs were advised to the public by Mr. E. Mamedov, Director of the Gandja High Voltage Power Network Enterprise.

The following persons were invited specially:

39 No Name and Surname Organization/Occupation Address Tel. No. 3 Rasim Aliyev Ministry of Industry and Energy, c. Baku 444-02-60 Leading engineer office 320-89-12 mob. 4 Arif Sadigov SOCAR, Leading engineer c. Baku 492-23-19 office 5 Arif Agakishiyev “Azneft” Production Unit, Engineer c. Baku 497-37-15 office 6 Abdulxalig Heydarov “Azerenerji” JSC, Chief specialist c. Baku 498-41-84 office 7 Feride Rzayeva “Azerbaijan Scientific and Technical c. Baku 490-43-59 Project and Gas Institute”, Scientist office 8 Liliya Lavrova “Azerbaijan Scientific and Technical c. Baku 440-68-64 Project and Gas Institute”, Scientist office 9 Baba Askerov Executive authority of Sumgayit city, c. 5-23-08 Head of department Sumgayit 10 Zarifa Guliyeva Ministry of Economic Development, c. Baku 492-41-10 advisor office 11 Talat Kengerli “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 439-52-12 Organization, Manager home 12 Feyzulla Muradov “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 439-52-02 Organization, Leading specialist 13 Israfil Gurbanov “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 442-21-78 Organization, Leading specialist home 14 Ali Orujov Ministry of Ecology and Natural c. Baku 438-84-32 Resources, Advisor office 15 Basharat Aliyev Ministry of Ecology and Natural c. Baku 438-56-28 Resources, Leading advisor office 16 Umayra Tagiyeva Hydrometeorology Forecast Bureau, c. Baku 441-11-75 Head of bureau office 17 Lyudmila Piyakina Hydrometeorology Forecast Bureau, c. Baku 466-50-34 Head of department office 18 Irina Poltovets Hydrometeorology department, c. Baku 441-56-85 Specialist office 19 Maharram Mehdiyev Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Director office 20 Gulmali Suleymanov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Head of department office 21 Elnur Akhmedov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 708-13-56 Leading specialist mob. 22 Muslim Gurbanov “Ekoil” Non-Governmental c. Baku 494-12-14 Organization, Director home 312-60-19 mob. 23 Zemfira Isgenderova “Ekoil” Non-Governmental c. Baku 498-27-95 Organization, Specialist office 24 Giyas Bayramov “Azerneftyag” oil refinery, Deputy c. Baku 490-45-02 Chief Engineer office 25 Ramil Mamishov Executive Authority of Baku city, c. Baku 497-51-29 Advisor office 26 Hamlet Akhmedov Baku Ecology and Natural Resources c. Baku 462-85-80 department, Leading advisor office 27 Rafig Abdullayev 1st District Heating Enterprise, Head of c. Baku 471-59-74 department office

40 No Name and Surname Organization/Occupation Address Tel. No. 471-20-34 office 28 Aligulu Mehdiyev 2nd District Heating Enterprise, Head of c. Baku 491-22-54 department office 491-12-56 office 29 Rena Lazimova State Statistical Committee, Head of c. Baku 438-93-61 department office 30 Sevil Aliyeva State Statistical Committee, Deputy c. Baku 438-91-47 Head of department office 31 Aygun Narimanova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-35 Head of department office 32 Gunel Amirli Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 631-03-84 Leading specialist mob. 33 Amina Agayeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 34 Jamila Aliyeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 35 Vusala Abdullayeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 36 Mahbuba Mammadova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 662-34-09 Specialist mob. 37 Vusala Jafarova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 648-54-80 Specialist mob. 38 Anar Mehdiyev Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 300-07-40 Leading specialist mob. 39 Aynur Piriyeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 40 Fuad Aslanov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 520-12-01 Specialist office 41 Xanlar Ismayilov Executive Authority of Yevlakh city, c.Yevlakh 6-46-08 Administrative representative office 42 Xalis Akhmedov Executive Authority of Yevlakh city, c.Yevlakh 6-28-69 Deputy Head of construction and office architectural department 43 Rasim Kazimov Executive authority of Yevlakh city, 1st c. Imishli 229-77-02 Deputy Head of Authority mob. 44 Sekhavet Shirinov Head of Imishli Municipality c. Imishli 336-25-64 mob. 45 Aydin Mammadov State Cartography and Land Committee c. Imishli 329-21-57 of Azerbaijan Republic, Imishli branch, mob. Head of department 46 Sabit Khalilov Executive Authority of Kurdamir city, c. 349-82-28 1st Deputy Head of Authority Kurdamir mob. 47 Nizami Garibov Head of Kurdamir Municipality c. 220-17-95 Kurdamir mob. 48 Gulbala Askerov State Cartography and Land Committee c. of Azerbaijan Republic, Kurdamir Kurdamir branch, Head of department 49 Shahmali Javadov Executive Authority of Ganja city, c. Ganja 332-85-69 Deputy Head of Authority mob. 50 Chingiz Muxtarov Executive authority of Kapaz c. Ganja 312-08-88 administrative district of Ganja city, mob. Head of Authority

The following persons attended at consultations and meetings:

No Name and Surname Organization/Occupation Address Tel. No. 1 Khayyam Rahimov National Academy of Sciences, Head of c. Baku 492-67-21 laboratory home 439-33-54 office 2 Jamila Akhmedova National Academy of Sciences, Scientist c. Baku 439-33-54 office 3 Rasim Aliyev Ministry of Industry and Energy, c. Baku 444-02-60 Leading engineer office 320-89-12 mob. 4 Arif Sadigov SOCAR, Leading engineer c. Baku 492-23-19 office 5 Arif Agakishiyev “Azneft” Production Unit, Engineer c. Baku 497-37-15 office 6 Abdulxalig Heydarov “Azerenerji” JSC, Chief specialist c. Baku 498-41-84 office 7 Feride Rzayeva “Azerbaijan Scientific and Technical c. Baku 490-43-59 Project and Gas Institute”, Scientist office 8 Liliya Lavrova “Azerbaijan Scientific and Technical c. Baku 440-68-64 Project and Gas Institute”, Scientist office 9 Baba Askerov Executive authority of Sumgayit city, c. 5-23-08 Head of department Sumgayit 10 Zarifa Guliyeva Ministry of Economic Development, c. Baku 492-41-10 advisor office 11 Talat Kengerli “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 439-52-12 Organization, Manager home 12 Ali Orujov Ministry of Ecology and Natural c. Baku 438-84-32 Resources, Advisor office 13 Basharat Aliyev Ministry of Ecology and Natural c. Baku 438-56-28 Resources, Leading advisor office 14 Umayra Tagiyeva Hydrometeorology Forecast Bureau, c. Baku 441-11-75 Head of bureau office 15 Lyudmila Piyakina Hydrometeorology Forecast Bureau, c. Baku 466-50-34 Head of department office 16 Irina Poltovets Hydrometeorology department, c. Baku 441-56-85 Specialist office 17 Maharram Mehdiyev Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Director office 18 Gulmali Suleymanov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Head of department office 19 Elnur Akhmedov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 708-13-56 Leading specialist mob. 20 Muslim Gurbanov “Ekoil” Non-Governmental c. Baku 494-12-14 Organization, Director home 312-60-19 mob. 21 Feyzulla Muradov “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 439-52-02 Organization, Leading specialist 22 Israfil Gurbanov “Chevra” Non-Governmental c. Baku 442-21-78

42 Organization, Leading specialist home 23 Giyas Bayramov “Azerneftyag” oil processing plant, c. Baku 490-45-02 Deputy Chief engineer office 24 Ramil Mamishov Executive authority of Baku city, c. Baku 497-51-29 Advisor office 25 Hamlet Akhmedov Baku Ecology and Natural Resources c. Baku 462-85-80 department, Leading advisor office 26 Rafig Abdullayev 1st Heating administration, Head of c. Baku 471-59-74 department office 471-20-34 office 27 Aligulu Mehdiyev 2nd Heating administration, Head of c. Baku 491-22-54 department office 491-12-56 office 28 Rena Lazimova State Statistical Committee, Head of c. Baku 438-93-61 department office 29 Sevil Aliyeva State Statistical Committee, Deputy c. Baku 438-91-47 Head department office 30 Zemfira Isgenderova “Ekoil” Non-Governmental c. Baku 498-27-95 Organization, Specialist office 31 Aygun Narimanova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-35 Head of department office 32 Gunel Amirli Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 631-03-84 Leading specialist mob. 33 Amina Agayeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 34 Jamila Aliyeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 35 Vusala Abdullayeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 36 Mahbuba Mammadova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 662-34-09 Specialist mob. 37 Vusala Jafarova Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 648-54-80 Specialist mob. 38 Anar Mehdiyev Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 300-07-40 Leading specialist mob. 39 Aynur Piriyeva Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 498-27-95 Specialist office 40 Fuad Aslanov Ozone and Climatic Changes Centre, c. Baku 520-12-01 Specialist office 41 Vugar Heydarov “Azerenerji” JSC, Engineer c. Baku 490-09-67 office 42 Xanlar Ismayilov Executive authority of Yevlakh city, c.Yevlakh 6-46-08 Administrative representative office 43 Xalis Akhmedov Executive authority of Yevlakh city, c.Yevlakh 6-28-69 Deputy Head of construction and office architectural department 44 Rasim Kazimov Executive authority of Yevlakh city, 1st c. Imishli 229-77-02 Deputy Chief executive mob. 45 Sekhavet Shirinov Head of Imishli municipality c. Imishli 336-25-64 mob. 46 Aydin Mammadov State Cartography and Land Committee c. Imishli 329-21-57 of Azerbaijan Republic, Imishli branch, mob. Head of department

43 47 Alirza Samedov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Ali- 4-55-25 Network Enterprise, Director Bayramli office 223-45-56 mob. 48 Sarraf Gedimov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Ali- 376-77-19 Network Enterprise, Head of technical Bayramli mob. department 49 Vahid Manafov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Imishli 5-22-15 Network Enterprise, Imishli branch, office Chief engineer 50 Sabit Khalilov Executive authority of Kurdamir city, c. 349-82-28 1st Deputy Chief executive Kurdamir mob. 51 Nizami Garibov Head of Kurdamir municipality c. 220-17-95 Kurdamir mob. 52 Gulbala Askerov State Cartography and Land Committee c. of Azerbaijan Republic, Kurdamir Kurdamir branch, Head of department 53 Nushiravan Jahangirov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Ali- 376-77-28 Network Enterprise, Chief engineer Bayramli mob. 54 Adil Nasibov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Agsu Network Enterprise, Agsu branch, Director 55 Shahmali Javadov Executive authority of Ganja city, c. Ganja 332-85-69 Deputy Chief executive mob. 56 Chingiz Muxtarov Executive authority of Kapaz c. Ganja 312-08-88 administrative district of Ganja city, mob. Chief executive 57 Hagverdi Allahverdiyev “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. Ganja 57-42-46 Enterprise, Head on regime office 58 Akif Akhmedov “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. Ganja 57-42-47 Enterprise, substations maintenance office service, Head 59 Ali Ferzaliyev “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. 6-02-47 Enterprise, Yevlakh branch, Director Yevlakh office 60 Ildirim Efendiyev “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. - Enterprise, Yevlakh branch, Engineer Yevlakh 61 Mamedali Huseynov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Imishli 5-22-25 Network Enterprise, Imishli branch, office Leading engineer 62 Asif Dadashov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Imishli 5-22-25 Network Enterprise, Imishli branch, office mechanician 63 Abid Huseynov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. - Network Enterprise, Agsu branch, Kurdamir Leading engineer 64 Ramiz Mammedov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. - Network Enterprise, Agsu branch, Kurdamir Engineer 65 Novruz Abdullayev pensioner c. Ganja - 66 Yevgeniya Kerimova pensioner c. Ganja - 67 Rafig Hashimov pensioner c. Ganja - 68 Hasan Gambarov pensioner c. Ganja - 69 Javanshir Mammedov pensioner c. Ganja - 70 Ilyas Orujov pensioner c. - Yevlakh

44 71 Asli Ismayilova pensioner c. - Yevlakh 72 Ganim Mammedov pensioner c. - Yevlakh 73 Hasanali Mammedov Pensioner c. - Yevlakh 74 Nisa Khanlarova Pensioner c. - Yevlakh 75 Vahid Osmanov “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. 6-07-06 Enterprise, Yevlakh branch, Chief Yevlakh engineer 76 Elburus Mammedov “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. Ganja 57-42-12 Enterprise, Director office 77 Zahid Mammedov “Ganja YGES” High Voltage Network c. Ganja 57-19-62 Enterprise, Chief engineer office 78 Vahid Hasanov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Agsu 5-36-73 Network Enterprise, Agsu branch, Chief office engineer 79 Agasultan Kerimov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Agsu 645-74-12 Network Enterprise, Agsu branch, Head mob. foreman on TLs 80 Elmar Mammedov “Ali-Bayramli YGES” High Voltage c. Imishli 5-53-64 Network Enterprise, Imishli branch, office Leading engineer on relay protection

The consultation meetings in Yevlah and Ganja caused no particular comments from the participants, and the meetings concluded that the rehabilitation works would have no negative impact on the environment.

In the meetings in Kurdamir and Imishli, representatives from municipalities stated that the rehabilitation would have minimal or no impact on the environment. In the meeting in Baku, similar statements were made by NGOs and representatives of academia and scientific institutes.