The Bishoftu International Airport Project, located near Bishoftu Town about 40 km south of Addis Ababa, is a flagship national infrastructure initiative led by the Ethiopian Airlines Group. To complement the main Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), four component-specific ESIA studies have been prepared for the Runway and Taxiway, Cargo Handling Facility, Airport City, and Fuel Farm.

These subcomponent assessments provide focused analyses and targeted Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) that address the unique environmental and social risks of each element, while remaining consistent with the frameworks, baseline data, and institutional arrangements described in the main ESIA report. All four studies were conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Ethiopian Environmental Protection Authority, the African Development Bank’s Integrated Safeguards System, the IFC Performance Standards, and the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework.

Key Highlights of the Component-Specific ESIAs

• Runway and Taxiway: Examines impacts related to land use, air and noise pollution, drainage, and worker safety. Mitigation measures include dust and noise control, storm- water management, and occupational health and safety protocols.
• Cargo Handling Facility: Assesses construction and operational impacts on logistics flow, energy use, and waste generation. The ESMP promotes efficient resource utilization, pollution control, and job creation supporting national trade.
• Airport City: Evaluates urban development-related issues such as land conversion, infrastructure demand, and community interaction. Mitigation strategies emphasize sustainable land-use planning, waste management, and inclusive community development.
• Fuel Farm: Focuses on environmental and safety risks associated with fuel storage and transfer operations, recommending robust spill prevention systems, fire safety measures, and emergency response procedures.

Together, these four ESIA documents reinforce the project’s strong commitment to sustainability, environmental protection, and social responsibility. The integrated mitigation and monitoring mechanisms aim to reduce environmental risks, safeguard community well- being, and ensure compliance with both national regulations and international best practices.

Stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and the public are encouraged to refer to the main Bishoftu International Airport ESIA report for comprehensive project-wide baseline data and cumulative impact assessment, and to review the subcomponent ESIAs for detailed management approaches relevant to each infrastructure element.

To open the four subcomponent ESIA reports please click the link below:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nFVtb9LOXgll8edyH5Qa2QwbpVGSQBSD?usp=sharing

To open the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC), please click the link below:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W0b8c7MVnT1H8cUj5SSom5Hjw4d69JHn/view?usp=sharing