The Practicalities of Managing EFlows Assessments

This presentation discusses the evolution of thinking about hydropower, specifically upstream impacts; compliance of EFlows with performance standards; the rise in consideration of EFlows; engaging affected communities; a logframe for EFlows assessment; establishing project context; setting up an EFlows assessment tool; analyzing alternatives; and drafting and implementing an EFlows management plan.

Emma Marsden

Emma Marsden, a Senior Environment Specialist, works in the Safeguards Division of the Sustainable Development and Climate Change Department at ADB. Her responsibilities include supporting the implementation of the Safeguard Policy Statement. Her main areas of interest are pollution and health. Emma has a BSc in Environmental Management from Lancaster University and an MSc in Environmental Impact Assessment from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. She has 20 years of experience in the field of environmental and sustainability assessment.

A Practical Introduction to Water Quality Modeling

Water quality models can aid in planning and in assessing the environmental impacts of project-generated pollution. This presentation explains the uses, purposes, limitations, and components of water quality models; their application in the review of ADB-funded projects, with case studies as examples; water quality data collection and assuring data quality; interpretation of model results; the challenges and opportunities in water quality; and the terms of reference for a water quality modeling consultant.

Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects: Water Management Module

Water pollution has been increasing in Asia, resulting in economic losses, health problems, and damage to aquatic systems. ADB-financed projects must not only meet environment safeguard requirements in water quality impacts; they must also incorporate environmental sustainability into project design.

Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects - Water Quality Module

ADB’s Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects was organized in response to an indicated need for better understanding of how the general and industry-specific Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines are applicable to ADB projects, how to assess the environmental impacts of project-generated pollution, and how to identify performance standards.

Stephane Bessadi

As part of ADB's Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department (PPFD), Stephane Bessadi strategically supports infrastructure project design and procurement in Asia and the Pacific, focusing on sustainability, operations and maintenance, and low carbon technologies. He is based in the ADB resident mission in India, New Delhi. Stephane also leads on innovative water and wastewater practices and technologies from the water service industry.