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PROJECT JORDAN – A PROPOSED MAIZE WET MILL PLANT

ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION PROCESS

MEETING NOTES FROM THE MEETING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION (DWS)

DATE 13 July 2018

VENUE: DWS offices, Johannesburg

SLR COMPANY: SLR Consulting (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd (SLR)

PROJECT NUMBER: 720.19124.00001

PURPOSE: The purpose of the meeting was to discuss:

the Leeuwkuil Waste water treatment works to determine available capacity and inform the handling of domestic sewer and industrial effluent from the project

the positioning of the attenuation pond in support of the project’s storm water management system.

ATTENDANCE: Attendees included:

Florah Mamabolo (FM) – DWS Licensing officer

Jeanette Nyala (JN) – DWS Case officer

Zoe Gebhardt (ZG) – DWS Geohydyrologist

Andrew Mbedzi (AM) – DWS (c) and (i) official

Dinesh Naidoo (DN) – ABI/SAB Strategic Project Manager

Genevieve Boys (GB) – SCIP Civil Engineer

Alex Pheiffer (AP) – Environmental Assessment Practitioner (SLR)

1. OPEN AND INTRODUCTION

Genevieve Boyes (GB) from SCIP Engineering Group (Pty) Ltd (SCIP) opened the meeting, welcomed attendees to the meeting and outlined the purpose of the meeting. A map showing the proposed plant site and related storm water attenuation pond was used during the course of the meeting. All attendees introduced themselves and their role in the project and process.

2. DISCUSSION AND KEY OUTCOMES OF THE MEETING

Below are the main discussion points from the meeting.

2.1. Domestic sewer

An overview of the proposed plan for handling domestic sewer from the project was provided by GB. Key outcomes from the discussion are listed below.

It was confirmed that the Leeuwkuil water care works could not be relied on and as such project-specific package plants would make sense.

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The volume for the plant was provided at the meeting: 2,5kl/d.

DWS agreed to come back on the discharge limits that are in the Leeuwkuil WULA but indicated that it is highly unlikely that there is spare capacity within this discharge.

It was suggested that each plant (due to them potentially being owned ultimately by separate owners) should have a dedicated discharge point to allow for better control over the discharge and related accountability.

Options for the treated domestic sewer could be: o Use for irrigation on site o Discharge via a pipeline into the existing storm water channels (if they have the

capacity) o Discharge via a pipeline into the Vaal Tributary

These options all trigger some form of authorisation from the Department. The indication in the meeting is that this would likely be the shorter General Authorisation (GA) process but this needs to be confirmed through a review of GN509.

Any application would require a level of design to support the application.

Any discharge point needs to be informed by a surface water specialist.

2.2. Industrial effluent

An overview of the proposed plan for handling industrial effluent from the project was provided by GB. Key outcomes from the discussion are listed below.

The volume was provided at the meeting: 5 652kl/day for Jordan.

Similar to the package plant, it was suggested that the Jordan WWTP should have a dedicated discharge point to allow for better control over the discharge and related accountability. The discharge point can be combined with the domestic sewer discharge if required.

Options for the treated effluent could be: o Re-use within the plant (although DWS agreed that a worst case (i.e discharge)

could be considered to give the plant owners flexibility) o Use for irrigation on site o Discharge via a pipeline into the existing storm water channels (if they have the

capacity) o Discharge via a pipeline into the Vaal Tributary

The last three options all trigger some form of authorisation from the Department. The indication in the meeting is that this would likely be the shorter GA process but this needs to be confirmed through a review of GN509.

Any application would require a level of design to support the application.

Any discharge point needs to be informed by a surface water specialist.

2.3. Stormwater

An overview of the proposed plan for handling stormwater from the project was provided by GB including the establishment of an attenuation pond. Key outcomes from the discussion are listed below.

Establishing an attenuation pond within the 1:100 year floodline would trigger a full WUL. This should be avoided and alternative options for the attenuation ponds should be considered.

DWS indicated that an attenuation pond does not need to be licensed as a clean storm water dam.

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2.4. Water supply from Rand Water

An overview of the proposed plan for sourcing water from Rand Water was provided by GB. Key outcomes from the discussion are listed below.

DWS raised a concerned that Rand Water would not have the capacity to supply the projects.

It was indicated that other industrial plants in the area are now considering groundwater abstraction to secure their water supply. The potential issue of the dolomites was raised with the Department.

Any pipeline coming into the site, where it is pinned to the bridge, would need to follow an application process but would likely receive exemption due to it being a clean water line. This needs review of GN509.

Projects should consider refurbishment of existing pipelines where possible.

2.5. General

The following general comments were made at the meeting:

A groundwater study (a definite requirement) and a geotechnical study (if deemed relevant) should accompany the environmental impact assessment (EIA) reports that are submitted so that the Department can provide comment on any monitoring requirements.

EIA reports to be submitted to the DWS Case Officer (present in the meeting).

Applications for authorisation should be submitted to the DWS Licensing officer (present in the meeting). Applications must be submitted using the on-line system and GA reports must be submitted in hard copy including a CD.

3. CLOSE

Attendees were thanked for their input and for making the time to attend the meeting. The meeting was closed.

APPENDIX 1: ATTENDANCE REGISTER

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MEETING NOTES ON PRE-APPLICATION MEETING WITH THE GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (GDARD)

DATE 15 June 2018

VENUE: GDARD offices, Johannesburg



PURPOSE: The purpose of the meeting was to:

Introduce the project to the competent authority

Provide an overview of the enviro-legal context

Discuss key procedural aspects with the competent authority

Provide an opportunity to raise any initial comments in relation to the project and environmental authorization process.


Xoliswa Bobelo (XB) – CEO:A: Impact Management (Environment)

Nonthando Ngwenya (NN) – Environmental Officer Grade A

Dinesh Naidoo (DN) – ABI/SAB Strategic Project Manager

Batha Mthombeni (BM)– J Maynard Project Manager

Alex Pheiffer (AP) – Environmental Assessment Practitioner


Alex Pheiffer (AP) from SLR Consulting (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd (SLR) opened the meeting, welcomed attendees to the meeting and outlined the purpose of the meeting. Copies of the project’s background information document (BID) were made available to attendees at the meeting. All attendees introduced themselves and their role in the project and process.

2. PRESENTATION

DN provided background to the project and the motivation for developing the plant. AP outlined the main components of the project, locality of the site and surrounding land uses, planning on bulk services (water, power, sewer and effluent discharge), alignment of the project with the local municipality’s spatial development framework and an overview of the proposed maize wet mill process. A copy of the presentation is included in Appendix 2. AP noted that the proposed project potentially triggers activities in Listing Notice 1 made in terms of Chapter 5 of the National Environmental Management Act, (No. 107 of 1998) and that an Environmental Authorisation would be required from GDARD as the competent authority. She added that based on the listed activities identified a Basic Assessment (BA) process would be

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followed. She further added that due to the project being located in an urban area a number of activities that would normally apply to a project of this nature fall away. AP noted that the project would qualify as a Controlled Emitter in terms of National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act due to the use of coal fired boilers (below 50MW) for heat generation. As a result she confirmed that the Sedibeng District Municipality would be included as a commenting authority.

3. DISCUSSION AND COMMENTS

The Department highlighted the following points:

Any planning to move the nursery school needs to have the buy-in of the municipality from the early stages and take into account the municipality’s town planning as finding land may prove challenging. Timing is important.

There needs to be involvement from the municipality so that there is alignment on planning and future needs of the area taking into account the proposed development. DN and AP indicated to the Department that this has already been initiated in the re-zoning applications.

The Department’s three core areas that they look at include environment, economics and agriculture. It was noted that this project through its supply chain could support all three aspects.

Sustainability of the plant was also discussed as an important aspect. The following was noted:

Gauteng Provincial Environmental Management Framework Standard does not apply as the site falls within Zone 1 – Urban Development Zone. The Project triggers listed activities, which are not included in the Gauteng Standard, and thus, the Standard does not apply.

The Department’s on-line system must be used for the process.

The proposed approach of compiling a Basic Assessment Report (BAR) that aligns with the NEMA requirements was agreed to, with the Department’s BAR template being filled in and attached as an appendix.

4. WAY FORWARD

The way forward was outlined as follows:

Engage with other key stakeholders – taking place in the week starting 18 June 2018

Commence a public participation process as required by EIA Regulations, 2014: o Notify commenting authorities and I&APs of project; o Publish newspaper advertisements – the first newspaper advertisement was placed in

the week starting 11 June 2018 and site notices; o Host a public meeting – planned for 26 July 2018, following the school holidays; o Commence with specialist studies – some of which have started; o Compilation of Basic Assessment Report; o Submit application to GDARD; o Make a Basic Assessment Report available for public review; o Update Basic Assessment Report with comments received during review period; and o Submit Basic Assessment Report to the GDARD.

5. CLOSE

AP thanked attendees for their input and for making the time to attend the meeting. The meeting was closed.

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MEETING NOTES FROM THE MEETING WITH THE SEDIBENG DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY AIR QUALITY OFFICER

DATE 30 August 2018

VENUE: Sedibeng District Municipality offices, Vereeniging



PURPOSE: The purpose of the meeting was to discuss:

the draft findings of the specialist study

related mitigation that would be included in the Basic Assessment Report.


Michael Nemangaya (MN) – Sedibeng Air Quality Officer

Alex Pheiffer (AP) – Environmental Assessment Practitioner (SLR)

Terri Bird (TB) – Air quality specialist (Airshed Planning Professionals)


Alex Pheiffer (AP) from SLR Consulting (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd (SLR) opened the meeting, welcomed attendees to the meeting and outlined the purpose of the meeting. A copy of the draft air quality specialist report was used to inform the meeting discussion.

2. DISCUSSION AND KEY OUTCOMES OF THE MEETING

Below are the main discussion points from the meeting. The discussion focussed on the coal-fired boilers.

NM queried the number of boilers that would be installed, the related number of stacks and air abatement equipment that would be used. It was stated that:

o eight small boilers would be installed each with a capacity of 15MW; o it is expected that only five boilers would be operational at any given time; o the remaining three boilers would be available for maintenance periods; o a stack at a height of 30m would service two boilers; o boilers would meet the emission limits for Solid Fuel-fired Small Boilers as provided

for in the regulations.

He commented that where there are five small boilers operating at the same time, although the law does not consider these in a cumulative manner, the cumulative capacity would be 75MW which is higher than some of the power stations in South Africa.

He emphasised the project’s location within the Vaal Triangle Airshed Priority Area (VTAPA) where baseline ambient concentrations, specifically for PM2.5 and PM10, already exceed South African national limits. He explained that these are two key factors that the District is

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taking into account when considering the proposed project in relation to its contribution to ambient air quality.

He indicated that the best way to regulate a plant from the District’s perspective, when considering the above factors, is to apply for an air emission license (AEL) although he understands that the proposed project does not trigger an AEL. He believes that by applying for an AEL the project would apply a proactive approach to ensuring the control of and compliance of its emissions. It was agreed that this request would be discussed with the applicant.

Recommendations regarding the control of emissions were noted as follows: o use of a single stack for all the boilers; o consideration of a higher stack, possibly 45m; o use of a scrubber for SO2 and NOx; o use of a cyclone or electrostatics precipitators (ESP) instead of a baghouse for the

control of PM2.5 and PM10 emissions; o bi-annual monitoring of emissions instead of annual monitoring.

3. CLOSE

The Sedibeng Air Quality Officer was thanked for his input and for making the time to attend the meeting. The meeting was closed.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180719_Note for the Record_CorrectionalServices

19 July 2018

PROJECT JORDAN: PROPOSED MAIZE WET MILL PLANT, VEREENIGING NOTE FOR THE RECORD

CONSULTATION WITH DEPT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION On 19 July 2018 at 11:30 am representatives of SLR Consulting met with Mr Mienie, the Maintenance Manager of the Vereeniging Correctional Centre, as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the Correctional Services Boardroom. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION

Alex Pheiffer (AP) of SLR gave a short presentation that provided an introduction to the proposed project and the BA process. The presentation is attached as Appendix 2.

3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. Mr Mienie, having worked at the facility for ~27 years, provided a brief history of the area. This included its prior use as an airforce and army base in the 1950s. It used to be government property. Then the Department of Roads and Transnet were established. He provided an overview of the accommodation arrangements on the property, number of employees and prisoners, prisoner outdoor activities and related transport activities. He indicated that he represented the staff at the correctional services. He had distributed the BIDs that were given to him and would provide the completed comments sheets to SLR. When the Department established stormwater channels, underground bunkers, steel tanks and pipes were uncovered. These may also occur on the project site. The project should take this into consideration. He provided information on the layout, capacity and functionality of the local sewage system (which info was also provided to the project’s engineers). For sewage, if any upgrades were required to the pump station, a contact at the Gauteng Region of Public Works would be able to assist. He indicated that the employees and residents of the Correctional centre were generally happy with the development as there would be a neighbour adjacent to the accommodation that would strengthen security and safety along their boundary. He indicated that they already have odour impacts due to the abattoir (across the R59/Boy Low intersection) that burns meat offcuts and bones on a weekly basis. He also indicated that they experience foul smells

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(especially in winter) from what he assumes is Sasol. He expects that relevant mitigation would be put in place such that this isn’t made worse due to the project.

4. WAY FORWARD AND CLOSE The way forward as outlined in the presentation was agreed to. The meeting closed at approximately 11:55 am.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180720_Note for the Record_ELEC

20 July 2018


CONSULTATION WITH NEW GENERATION CASH & CARRY

1. INTRODUCTION On 20 July 2018 at 12:15 pm representatives of SLR Consulting, J-Maynard and the South African Breweries (SAB) met with Mr. Batista, New Generation Cash & Carry as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. Mr Batista provided background on his operations as a soft drink distribution centre. He enquired as to who the sponsors of the project were? He further asked if the community would be allowed to invest in the project. Interest was given to the socio-economic aspects of the project and clarity was requested on how many locals were to be employed by the owners. He further eluded that it would be beneficial to the project and the community to empower and upskill locals to reduce the possibility of unrest where the majority of the labour force is sourced from faraway places. For interest sake, Mr Batista indicated that previously there was a proposal to build a mall on the western side of Lager Road but due to ground conditions (he suspects), the proposal did not move forward. He indicated that there is a water pipe that crosses through the area and that the project team should take this into consideration.

4. WAY FORWARD AND CLOSE The way forward as outlined in the presentation was agreed to. The meeting closed at approximately 12:50 pm.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180720_Note for the Record_ELEC

20 July 2018


CONSULTATION WITH EMFULENI LIVESTOCK EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FROM THE LEEUWKUIL COMMUNITY KRAAL

1. INTRODUCTION On 20 July 2018 at 13:30 representatives of SLR Consulting, J-Maynard and the South African Breweries (SAB) met with the Emfuleni Livestock Executive Committee as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. The committee represents the livestock owners and emerging farmers in the area. The committee secretary was identified as the key contact person. It was indicated that the community kraal was previously allocated land near Iscor but were subsequently moved due to development. Background on the committee and its responsibilities was provided. An attendee enquired if the owners of Project Jordan were renting the premises/land from SAB. He indicated that the area was heavily polluted due to local industry, and queried as to whether this project would add to that pollution. He hoped that the project would not add to the existing situation. He further queried as to which people/businesses were earmarked as BEE shareholders. In his view, as stakeholders they should be given preference by default. Developing people in the area is important. The risk to the farmers was raised by attendees. A number of BIDs were provided to the secretary for distribution to the farmers later the same day as a meeting with the farmers had been arranged to discuss the project.

4. WAY FORWARD AND CLOSE The way forward as outlined in the presentation was agreed to. The meeting closed at approximately 14:20.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180720_Note for the Record_Ward 11 councillor

20 July 2018


CONSULTATION WITH WARD 11 COUNCILLOR

1. INTRODUCTION On 20 July 2018 at 10:30 am representatives of SLR Consulting, J-Maynard and the South African Breweries (SAB) met with the Ward 11 Councillor as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. Cllr Radebe enquired as to how the project and consultation process had been announced to the public and which newspapers had been used. She further offered to announce the project to her community through usage of a loud-hailer. The Councillor and members of Ward 11’s Development Forum agreed that the project appeared positive and was likely to add value to the local area. They enquired as to how they and the community could assist in the process and bringing the project to fruition. It was expressed that this was the first of many engagements in the project development process. They queried who the BEE partner would be and how training and upskilling would be done. Questions were asked as to whom the sponsors of the project are and if members of the public would be allowed to be part of the ownership structure of the project. Mr. Mokoena enquired about the procurement of the by-products. Mr. Moshodi further enquired about the criteria and qualifications required for procurement. It was indicated that Emfuleni have an environmental department and they must be included in the process. There was a suggestion for a follow up meeting once more detail becomes available. Cllr Radebe requested that the presentation and attendance register be distributed to attendees.


Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180720_Note for the Record_Wise Owl

20 July 2018


CONSULTATION WITH WISE OWL PRE-SCHOOL

1. INTRODUCTION On 20 July 2018 at 11:30 am representatives of SLR Consulting, J-Maynard and the South African Breweries (SAB) met with Mrs De Klerk, owner/principal of the Wise Owl Pre-school, as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. She queried the relocation of the school and who would be responsible. She had contact from the municipality to look at an alternative space but the building they looked at was small. The school services people who use the main transport route with children coming from Sharpeville and Sebokeng. It is important that this is considered when finding an alternative location. Mrs de Klerk indicated that the water pumps and sewer pumps behind the school are a problem and need to be dealt with. The pumps previously burst and the Department of Public Works had to send out its contractors to deal with the burst pipes. She asked if the school building would be demolished. She noted an opportunity for the school to support the project by providing a school for the contractors or operators children if a suitable location could be found. Mrs de Klerk was not opposed to the relocation.

4. WAY FORWARD AND CLOSE The way forward as outlined in the presentation was agreed to. The meeting closed at approximately 11: 55 am.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180726_Note for the Record_FreshProduce

26 July 2018


CONSULTATION WITH FRESH PRODUCE MARKET

1. INTRODUCTION On 26 July 2018 at 14:30 pm a representative of SLR Consulting met with Mr. Johannes Tsostetsi, the Fresh Produce Market manager as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. Mr Tsotsetsi provided background on the operations at the market and indicated that the market belonged to the Sedibeng District. He indicated that if consultation had taken place with the Sedibeng District Municipality then he had already indirectly been consulted with as the market belongs to Sedibeng. He further indicated that GDARD had a project to support the upgrade of the market. He queried who would be the suppliers of maize to this plant as he knows that most of the first class maize in South Africa goes to Tiger Brands. . He requested that the BID be resent to his Sedibeng email address.

4. WAY FORWARD AND CLOSE The way forward as outlined in the presentation was agreed to. The meeting closed at approximately 15:00 pm.

Project Reference: 720.19124.00001 File Ref. 20180803_Note for the Record_Ward 12&15 Councillors

03 August 2018


CONSULTATION WITH WARD 12 AND WARD 15 COUNCILLORS

1. INTRODUCTION On 03 August 2018 at 09:30 am a representative of SLR Consulting met with the Ward 12 and Ward 15 Councillors as part of consultation being undertaken for the Basic Assessment (BA) process. The meeting took place at the SAB Depot in Vereeniging. The attendance register is provided in Appendix 1.

2. PRESENTATION


3. DISCUSSION A discussion followed the presentation in which several clarification questions were asked and responded to. The Councillors were interested in permanent jobs for the local community and creation of SMMEs. They indicated that unemployment is high given the drop in the steel industry and they welcome any diversification of the economy. Youth employment is considered important. Questions were asked about the ownership. They supported the plan to have a majority Black-Owned plant but indicated that there would be a challenge for those who do not have the necessary money; how would they be able to get involved? Councillor Mvala indicated that he had good relationships with GDARD and requested to be involved in meetings with the Department. It was requested that a copy of the presentation and BID be distributed to attendees.


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Project Jordan: Maize Wet Mill Plant proposed by Corporate Investor(s) and BEE partner(s)

BASIC ASSESSMENT

Information Sharing Meeting

July and August 2018

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Agenda

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1. Welcome and introductions

2. Purpose of the meeting

3. Background and introduction to the project

4. Enviro-legal context

5. Questions and Discussion

6. Way forward

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Purpose of the meeting

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• Give you information on/an introduction to:

– the proposed Maize Wet Mill Plant

– the environmental assessment process

• Provide you an opportunity to:

– ask questions

– raise any issues and concerns

– make input on environmental sensitivities & potential impacts

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Environmental Assessment

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• The project requires:

environmental application assessment decision

• A basic assessment (BA) process informs decision-

making by:

– identifying potential impacts on the environment,

• with inputs from interested and affected parties (I&APs)

– assessing the significance of potential impacts,

• with involvement from specialists

– identifying any mitigation measures or monitoring requirements should the project be approved.

Legislation Authorisation

National Environmental Management Act Environmental Authorisation

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Key Elements

Investment • Total investment of approximately R6bn • Equity: 51% BEE Sponsor, 29% O&M, 20% Corporate Investors

Raw Material • Raw non-GMO maize

Plant Design • The facility would be a large industrial installation.

Transformation

• An opportunity to partner with government and society in a strong economic development initiative promoting local sourcing and jobs

• Aligned with the black industrialist agenda and provides access to markets for new black economic entrants

• Opportunity to enhance black participation throughout the project is one of the key objectives; both ongoing and during development / construction

Site • The proposed site (located on Erf 188 and a portion of Portion 237 of the farm Leeuwkuil 596 IQ) is appropriately located in a developing industrial area in Vereeniging

Background and Project Motivation • Creation of the first majority Black Owned industrial maize wet mill plant in SA

• Corporate Investor(s) in partnership with majority black owned partner(s) believe there is opportunity for the entrance of a new Black economic industrialist wet mill plant

• Opportunity to contribute to the investment, inclusive growth and transformation goals of government and society

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Leeuwkuil Dam

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Project Site

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Prelim Design Final Design

Construction

Town Planning and approvals

Environmental Authorisation

Commercial and ownership negotiations

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Operations

Employment and procurement

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Project Jordan Holding Company (Pty) Ltd Future Owner

Corporate Social Investment

Overall Project Process

Schematic representation of the proposed maize wet mill plant

Offices and Administration

Coal Storage and Boilers Product Storage Silos

Warehouse

Support facilities

Processing Plant

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Proposed Maize Wet Mill Plant

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• Primary raw material would be raw non-GMO maize.

• Non-GMO maize kernels would be trucked to site, stored in silos and then cleaned, steeped in hot water (heating by means of coal-fired boilers), ground and refined.

• Produce glucose and starch to be used in the manufacturing of food and beverage industry.

• By-products would include germ, gluten and fibre which would be sold as animal feed or for use in the paper and textile industries.

• Support services: A chemical storage area, a coal boiler house (to provide steam to the plant), a maintenance workshop/warehouse, weigh bridges, waste water treatment plant, stormwater management infrastructure, fire-fighting room and fire-water tank, truck wash-bay, office building, canteen and guard house.

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Basic Assessment Process: Why?

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• The project triggers activities set out in Listing Notice 1 made in terms of Chapter 5 of the National Environmental Management Act, (No. 107 of 1998), which may not commence until approved

• An Environmental Authorisation is required.

• Project would qualify as a Controlled Emitter in terms of NEM:AQA.

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Basic Assessment Process : What?

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• A Basic Assessment (BA) process as stipulated in the EIA Regulations (GNR 982, 8 December 2014) is required to inform the competent authority’s decision.

• Is the “systematic process of identifying, assessing and reporting on environmental impacts” to inform a decision on environmental authorisation.

• The GDARD is the competent authority.

• SLR Consulting was appointed as the independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner to plan, manage and co-ordinate the Basic Assessment process.

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Public Participation

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• Aim is to provide to (and receive from) interested and affected parties (I&APs) information which may influence the decision

• Adverts, notices, letters, BID & meetings

• Process is on-going and will continue through the Basic Assessment

• I&APs will have an opportunity to review the Basic Assessment report

• 30-day review period

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Specialist Studies

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– Hydrology – Geohydrology – Air Quality – Noise – Visual – Heritage

– Biodiversity – Social and

land use – Economic – Traffic

– Soils and land capability

– Greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint

• The findings of the these studies will inform the assessment of impacts and guide recommendations on mitigation and management measures.

• Specialist consultants have been commissioned to undertake studies on:

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Basic Assessment Timeline

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• Submit application for Environmental Authorisation to GDARD (August 2018)

• Make a Basic Assessment Report available for public review (September 2018)

• Update Basic Assessment Report with comments received during review period – submit to the GDARD (November 2018)

• I&APs will be notified of GDARD decision (expected April 2019)

• Appeal period

• Commence 18 month to 24 month design/construct programme

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Questions or comments

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Way forward

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• Notes from meeting will be included in the environmental report

• Registered I&APs will receive an Executive Summary to review & notification by email or post of public review process

• Please submit comments to SLR, c/o Alex Pheiffer, via:

– Fax: 011-467-0978

– Postal: PO Box 1956, Cramerview 2060 (if using post please notify us telephonically)

– Email: [email protected]

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Thank you for you time and participation

mailto:[email protected]

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MINUTES OF GENERAL PUBLIC INFORMATION-SHARING MEETING

DATE 26 July 2018

VENUE: General Smuts High School, Vereeniging



PURPOSE: The purpose of the meeting was to:

To provide information on/an introduction to:

o the proposed maize wet mill plant

o the environmental assessment process

Provide attendees an opportunity to:

o ask questions

o raise any issues and concerns

o make input on environmental sensitivities and impacts.

ATTENDANCE: An attendance register is presented in Appendix 1.

1. OPEN AND INTRODUCTION Nondumiso Gwala (NG) commenced the meeting and introduced herself as the meeting’s independent facilitator. She outlined the meeting agenda and protocol. She stated that the presentation would be conducted in English but that attendees could ask their questions in any South African language. Copies of the background information document and comment sheets were made available to attendees at the meeting. Maps indicating the local setting, current land uses and conceptual illustration of the plant were displayed on the wall at the meeting. Alex Pheiffer (AP) introduced herself as the environmental assessment practitioner from SLR Consulting (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd (SLR) appointed to undertake the basic assessment process. She also introduced JC Pretorius and Clive Phashe, also from SLR, and their roles in the process.

2. OVERVIEW OF THE PROJECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PROCESSES AP gave a presentation outlining the project background and motivation, the maize wet mill process and the Basic Assessment process. The presentation given at the meeting is included as Appendix 2.

3. QUESTION SESSION The floor was opened for attendees to raise any questions, comments or concerns. Questions from the attendees have been recorded and are included in Table 1 below. Where a response was provided the response has been included in the table.

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Table 1: Issues raised during the meeting and responses given by the project team

Issue raised By whom Response given by SLR unless otherwise stated

We have recently experienced droughts in the country. How much water will the plant use per day? Where would this come from?

Shahir Jayram It is anticipated that the plant will use approximately 412 m3/hr. Water supply for the project is being considered to ensure that sufficient supply is available.

The first slide showed that a BEE partner has not been identified yet. When will the BEE partner be announced?

Given the timelines of the project, various work streams are running in parallel. It is understood by SLR that the process for identifying a BEE partner has been initiated.

What is the total investment in Rand? The total investment would be in the region of R6 billion.

Who would the consumers of the products be? The products could be supplied to multiple customers within the food and beverage industries. By-products could be used as feed material or in the paper and textile industry.

How much maize would be used per annum? The potential Operator and Manager’s (O&M’s) and Technical Partners are considering a plant with a capacity between 1200 - 2000 ton per day grind. (KD, Project Sponsor)

This is going to be a large facility and will require a large logistical effort. Will you use any railways or just truck everything by road?

At this stage it is anticipated that only trucks would be utilised but it is possible that rail may be considered in the future. A traffic impact assessment will be conducted as part of the study and included in the Basic Assessment Report.

Is beverage referring to alcohol production? Siyagodi Marolotse

The products that the plant produces have a wide range of uses for different consumers.

I am a livestock farmer. Can the feed products be sold at a lower cost to us?

Your query is noted and a detailed response will be included in the Basic Assessment Report.

During the construction phase, will you use local graduates?

Khehla Gumbi This information is not yet available and would only be confirmed once the ownership of the project has been finalised. The Basic Assessment report will provide objectives that the project will need to meet but specific details would only be determined during the procurement or recruitment processes. The suggestion that local people must receive preference in the skills development and employment is noted.

Are we in the rezoning phase currently? The process is currently in the pre-application phase of the project.

How will we receive notifications for the project? As indicated in the way forward slide, you will be notified of the availability of the report for review via email or post. You should submit your comments to SLR via email, post or telephonically to be included in the report.

How will you deal with job creation? Will it happen in 2020 after the project has started?

Barbara Melato

The process of recruitment will start before 2020. The details of how this issue will be addressed will be included in the Basic Assessment report.

Will we be provided with this report? The report will be made available for public review and registered I&APs will receive notification of the review process and an Executive Summary of the report to review. The report will be on SLR’s website for downloading.

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4. WAY FORWARD The way forward presented at the meeting is outlined below.

Notes from this meeting will be included in the environmental report;

Registered I&APs will receive an Executive Summary to review as well as notification (by email or post) of public review process;

Comments are to be submitted to SLR, c/o Alex Pheiffer, via:

- Fax: 011-467-0978

- Postal: PO Box 1956, Cramerview 2060 (if using post please notify us telephonically)

- Email: [email protected]

5. CLOSE Attendees were thanked for their input and for making the time to attend the meeting. The meeting was closed.


APPENDIX 2: MEETING PRESENTATION

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Project Jordan: Maize Wet Mill Plant proposed by Corporate Investor(s) and BEE partner(s)

BASIC ASSESSMENT

Information Sharing Meeting

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Agenda

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1. Welcome and introductions

2. Purpose of the meeting

3. Background and introduction to the project

4. Enviro-legal context

5. Questions and Discussion

6. Way forward

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Purpose of the meeting

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• Give you information on/an introduction to:

– the proposed Maize Wet Mill Plant

– the environmental assessment process

• Provide you an opportunity to:

– ask questions

– raise any issues and concerns

– make input on environmental sensitivities & potential impacts

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Environmental Assessment

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• The project requires:

environmental application assessment decision

• A basic assessment (BA) process informs decision-

making by:

– identifying potential impacts on the environment,

• with inputs from interested and affected parties (I&APs)

– assessing the significance of potential impacts,

• with involvement from specialists

– identifying any mitigation measures or monitoring requirements should the project be approved.

Legislation Authorisation

National Environmental Management Act Environmental Authorisation

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Key Elements

Investment • Total investment of approximately R6bn • Equity: 51% BEE Sponsor, 29% O&M, 20% Corporate Investors

Raw Material • Raw non-GMO maize

Plant Design • The facility would be a large industrial installation.

Transformation

• An opportunity to partner with government and society in a strong economic development initiative promoting local sourcing and jobs

• Aligned with the black industrialist agenda and provides access to markets for new black economic entrants

• Opportunity to enhance black participation throughout the project is one of the key objectives; both ongoing and during development / construction

Site • The proposed site (located on Erf 188 and a portion of Portion 237 of the farm Leeuwkuil 596 IQ) is appropriately located in a developing industrial area in Vereeniging

Background and Project Motivation • Creation of the first majority Black Owned industrial maize wet mill plant in SA

• Corporate Investor(s) in partnership with majority black owned partner(s) believe there is opportunity for the entrance of a new Black economic industrialist wet mill plant

• Opportunity to contribute to the investment, inclusive growth and transformation goals of government and society

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Leeuwkuil Dam

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Project Site

8 Urban Expansion: Emfuleni Local Municipality SDF – 2017 to 2025

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Prelim Design Final Design

Construction

Town Planning and approvals

Environmental Authorisation

Commercial and ownership negotiations

Time

Operations

Employment and procurement

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Project Jordan Holding Company (Pty) Ltd Future Owner

Corporate Social Investment

Overall Project Process

Schematic representation of the proposed maize wet mill plant

Offices and Administration

Coal Storage and Boilers Product Storage Silos

Warehouse

Support facilities

Processing Plant

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• Primary raw material would be raw non-GMO maize.

• Non-GMO maize kernels would be trucked to site, stored in silos and then cleaned, steeped in hot water (heating by means of coal-fired boilers), ground and refined.

• Produce glucose and starch to be used in the manufacturing of food and beverage industry.

• By-products would include germ, gluten and fibre which would be sold as animal feed or for use in the paper and textile industries.

• Support services: A chemical storage area, a coal boiler house (to provide steam to the plant), a maintenance workshop/warehouse, weigh bridges, waste water treatment plant, stormwater management infrastructure, fire-fighting room and fire-water tank, truck wash-bay, office building, canteen and guard house.

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Basic Assessment Process: Why?

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• The project triggers activities set out in Listing Notice 1 made in terms of Chapter 5 of the National Environmental Management Act, (No. 107 of 1998), which may not commence until approved

• An Environmental Authorisation is required.

• Project would qualify as a Controlled Emitter in terms of NEM:AQA.

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Basic Assessment Process : What?

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• A Basic Assessment (BA) process as stipulated in the EIA Regulations (GNR 982, 8 December 2014) is required to inform the competent authority’s decision.

• Is the “systematic process of identifying, assessing and reporting on environmental impacts” to inform a decision on environmental authorisation.

• The GDARD is the competent authority.

• SLR Consulting was appointed as the independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner to plan, manage and co-ordinate the Basic Assessment process.

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Public Participation

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• Aim is to provide to (and receive from) interested and affected parties (I&APs) information which may influence the decision

• Adverts, notices, letters, BID & meetings

• Process is on-going and will continue through the Basic Assessment

• I&APs will have an opportunity to review the Basic Assessment report

• 30-day review period

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Specialist Studies

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– Hydrology – Geohydrology – Air Quality – Noise – Visual – Heritage

– Biodiversity – Social and

land use – Economic – Traffic

– Soils and land capability

– Greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint

• The findings of the these studies will inform the assessment of impacts and guide recommendations on mitigation and management measures.

• Specialist consultants have been commissioned to undertake studies on:

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Basic Assessment Timeline

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• Submit application for Environmental Authorisation to GDARD (August 2018)

• Make a Basic Assessment Report available for public review (September 2018)

• Update Basic Assessment Report with comments received during review period – submit to the GDARD (November 2018)

• I&APs will be notified of GDARD decision (expected April 2019)

• Appeal period

• Commence 18 month to 24 month design/construct programme

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Questions or comments

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Way forward

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• Notes from meeting will be included in the environmental report

• Registered I&APs will receive an Executive Summary to review & notification by email or post of public review process

• Please submit comments to SLR, c/o Alex Pheiffer, via:

– Fax: 011-467-0978

– Postal: PO Box 1956, Cramerview 2060 (if using post please notify us telephonically)

– Email: [email protected]

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Thank you for you time and participation


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