Training and Environmental Impact Assessment for the Government of Mozambique and Local NGOs

Client – USAID – Sun Mountain
Location – Manica, Nampula – Mozambique
Year – 2005
Time – 3 months

The purpose of this training was to train government officials and NGOs with respect to environmental regulation in Mozambique, as well as USAID guidelines for Environmental Impact Assessment.

The project lasted for 3 months, and included a fieldwork phase with visits to the districts of Manica and Nampula, and interviews and meetings with stakeholders during the preparatory phase.

Verde Azul provided a series of training sessions and produced a report describing the current situation in Mozambique, the identified training gaps and proposed improvements and solutions for interventions in key areas that could lead to better management of ecosystems and eco services – systems that are crucial to social well-being.