The document examines the potential environmental and socio-economic impacts of the Shafag-Asiman exploration well drilling activities and describes the recommended mitigation measures. The ESIA process aims to ensure that any adverse environmental and socio-economic impacts arising from the proposed works are identified and minimised, and, where possible, eliminated.
Consultation with stakeholders is an important element of the ESIA process. Collating and documenting the opinions of interested parties ensures that the project design and the ESIA reflect the collective views of key stakeholders.