GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 8678

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act, 1999, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Ken Petrogas Limited, proposes to construct a Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Terminal and Jetty comprising of 2No. 5000 metric tonnes LPG storage tanks, 6No. trucks loading bay, 4No. 35,000 cubic meters LNG storage tanks, 2No. 10 million water storage and fire pumps, floating offloading jetty, trucks parking, marshalling yard, terminal control room, LPG pumps and compressors, weighbridge, administration office block, perimeter masonry wall, security station, associated facilities and amenities on plot No. Kwale/Shimoni ADJ/441, Kwale County. THE KENYA GAZETTE 27th June, 2025 The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Noise and vibration • Clear lines of communication will be developed between the project team, contractors and any affected premises. • Construction work will be carried out during daytime only, where possible. If night working is required, the contractor should inform and agree with local area residents and concerned agencies. • All vehicles and mechanical plant used for construction should be fitted with effective exhaust silencers, and regularly maintained. • Compressors and pumps should be positioned so as to cause minimum noise disturbance. If necessary, temporary acoustic barriers or enclosures should be provided. Increased solid and effluent waste generation • Segregate waste at point of generation. • Any hazardous waste material will be sited on an impervious base within an oil-tight bund with no drainage outlet. • Liquid waste, including solvents and oil, will be securely stored in bunded compounds prior to collection by a registered waste handler. • In the event of a spill, immediate clean- up will be undertaken. It is recommended that appropriate spill kits or absorbent materials are held on site. • Waste water (sewage) from the construction camp will be channeled into the existing sewer trunk. Occupational safety and health • The site must be fully fenced (hoarding) to prevent unauthorized access onto the site. • Potentially hazardous areas must be demarcated and clearly marked. • Design suitable documented emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures to be used during any emergency. • Provide measures to deal with emergencies and accidents including adequate first aid arrangements and provision of emergency telephone numbers. Increased traffic • A Driver Code of Conduct will be implemented stipulating and governing safe driving behavior, which will include no use of cell phones whilst driving. • All vehicles should not exceed the mandated speed limits of 30km/h. • A Traffic Management Plan will be developed and implemented, with at least the following provisions included: - • All drivers will be sensitized to potential accident risks; • All vehicles will be regularly checked and maintained in good condition. Fire, explosion (LPG leaks) • Install continuous gas detection systems that monitor for LPG leaks in critical areas such as tanks, pipelines, and valves. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Use flame arrestors and explosion-proof equipment in areas where leaks might occur. • Install deluge or water spray systems in areas of high risk, such as tank farms and loading/unloading areas. • Apply foam-based fire suppression systems in areas with high flammability risks (such as storage tanks) to suppress fires quickly and prevent LPG vapor ignition. • Place portable fire extinguishers near critical areas (both class B – for flammable liquids, and class C – for electrical fires). • A permanent warning sign must be installed at the entrance to the site. • The Emergency Evacuation Procedure aimed at workers and visitors must be updated at least annually in collaboration with the Mombasa County, VTTI, KPC, KMA and KPA emergency services. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Foresty, NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30126–00200, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Kwale County. A copy of the EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environmental Management Authority, invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA to assist the Authority in the decision making process for this project. Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, MR/7783059 Director-General,