INTEGRATED SAFEGUARDS DATA SHEET
CONCEPT STAGE
Report No.: AC4320
Date ISDS Prepared/Updated: 05/11/2009
I. BASIC INFORMATION
A. Basic Project Data
Country: Jordan
Project Name: Jordan Silos Extension
Task Team Leader: Julian A. Lampietti
Estimated Appraisal Date: September 14,
2009
Managing Unit: MNSSD
Project ID: P116200
Estimated Board Date: November 3, 2009
Lending Instrument: Specific Investment
Loan
Sector: Agricultural marketing and trade (100%)
Theme: Global food crisis response (100%)
IBRD Amount (US$m.):
100.00
IDA Amount (US$m.):
0.00
GEF Amount (US$m.):
0.00
PCF Amount (US$m.):
0.00
Other financing amounts by source:
Borrower
30.00
30.00
B. Project Objectives [from section 2 of PCN]
The project objective is to expand the size and improve the management of the Government’s
strategic grain reserves.
C. Project Description [from section 3 of PCN]
Component 1: Expanding grain storage facilities. This component would finance an additional
220,000 MT of new storage to the existing facilities in Juweidah and Irbid. The capacity of the
Juweidah complex would be increased by 120,000 MT and the Irbid complex by 100,000 MT.
The new storage would be an extension of the existing facilities which already include sufficient
supporting infrastructure such as office space, workshop space, weigh-bridges, and power and
water connections. The additional storage space will consist of vertical concrete bins, handling
systems for loading and unloading, and temperature control systems. This component will
finance civil works, goods, and services.
Component 2: Improving grain management. This component would automate the existing
management system between and within the strategic grain reserves in Aqaba, Rassifya,
Juweidah, and Irbid and the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The computerized management
system will facilitate maximization of use of available storage capacity, improve the rotation of
stocks, and facilitate the harmonization of the quality of the stored products. Improving the
rotation is critical to maintaining stock quality and avoiding losses. The automated system may
also improve the international tendering procedure by providing an earlier signal of when the
procedure should be launched. Operating costs will be lowered by reducing the number of times
stocks are handled and automating basic manual processes. This component will finance goods
and services including information technology hardware, customized management information
software, and training of staff in how to use the automated system.
D. Project location (if known)
Of the 320,000 MT in facilities expansion, the Irbid (near the Syrian border) and Juweidah (near
Amman) complexes require 220,000 MT of expansion, which are proposed for Bank financing.
E. Borrower’s Institutional Capacity for Safeguard Policies [from PCN]
The project is not expected to trigger any major social and environmental safeguards. Both
project sites are fully owned by the JSSGC and there is adequate space for expansion. They are
located in industrial zones and far away from residential housing. There are no by-products
produced as a result of grain storage. There is some internal handling of pesticides in order to
fumigate the grain, but the project is expected to reduce the need for fumigation as stock rotation
improves, and professional standards will be mandated. Jordanian law requires a full
Environmental Impact Assessment of the project. The JSSGC will work with the World Bank to
make sure that the assessment and necessary disclosure and consultations are undertaken in a
timely manner.
F. Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialists
Mr Knut Opsal (MNSSD)
Mr Ibrahim Khalil Dajani (MNSSD)
II. SAFEGUARD POLICIES THAT MIGHT APPLY
Safeguard Policies Triggered
Yes
No
TBD
Environmental Assessment (OP/BP 4.01)
X
The proposed project is located in already existing industrial zones within Jordan and are at
considerable distance from residential housing. As a result no major environmental impact are
expected. There are no by-products produced as a result of grain storage. The Jordanian national
environmental law requires a full Environmental Impact Assessment of the project. The JSSGC
will work closely with the World Bank to make sure that the assessment and necessary
disclosure and consultations are undertaken in a timely manner. An Environmental Management
Plan will be produced delineating key issues, mitigation measures, roles and responsibilities and
costs associated with mitigations. Particular attention will be given to disposal of construction
waste and packaging material for imported goods. In addition, special attention will be given to
air quality as a result of the planned activities once the project is completed.
Natural Habitats (OP/BP 4.04)
X
Forests (OP/BP 4.36)
X
Pest Management (OP 4.09)
X
There is some internal handling of pesticides in order to fumigate the grain, but the project is
expected to reduce the need for fumigation as stock rotation improves, and professional
Safeguard Policies Triggered
Yes
No
TBD
standards will be mandated. The Environmental Assessment will produce guidance on proper
handling and storage of pesticides as well as safe disposal of used containers.
Physical Cultural Resources (OP/BP 4.11)
X
They are located in industrial zones and previous construction on the sites did not uncover
any chance finds, however, the team will revisit the sites to confirm this.
Indigenous Peoples (OP/BP 4.10)
X
Involuntary Resettlement (OP/BP 4.12)
X
Both sites appear to be owned free and clear by the JSSGC and that there are no residences
within the boundaries. They are already occupied by silos and there is sufficient space within the
boudary of the site for expansion.
Safety of Dams (OP/BP 4.37)
X
Projects on International Waterways (OP/BP 7.50)
X
Projects in Disputed Areas (OP/BP 7.60)
X
Environmental Category: B - Partial Assessment
III. SAFEGUARD PREPARATION PLAN
A. Target date for the Quality Enhancement Review (QER), at which time the PAD-stage ISDS
would be prepared: N/A
B. For simple projects that will not require a QER, the target date for preparing the PAD-stage
ISDS: 09/07/2009
C. Time frame for launching and completing the safeguard-related studies that may be needed.
The specific studies and their timing1 should be specified in the PAD-stage ISDS.
The Jordan Silos and Storage Grain Company will launch safeguard-related studies after the
first preparation mission in May 2009.
IV. APPROVALS
Signed and submitted by:
Task Team Leader:
Approved by:
Regional Safeguards Coordinator:
Comments:
Sector Manager:
Comments:
1
Mr Julian A. Lampietti
04/06/2009
Mr Hocine Chalal
04/28/2009
Mr Luis F. Constantino
04/28/2009
Reminder: The Bank's Disclosure Policy requires that safeguard-related documents be disclosed before appraisal (i) at the
InfoShop and (ii) in-country, at publicly accessible locations and in a form and language that are accessible to potentially affected
persons.