World Commission on Dams (WCD) Assessment
The World Commission on Dams (WCD) framework provides internationally recognised guidelines for decision-making on dams and water resource development, balancing development needs with social and environmental sustainability. QRS provides independent assessments of dam and water infrastructure projects against WCD principles.
Our WCD assessment services support project developers, financiers, and regulators in evaluating the environmental and social performance of water infrastructure projects, addressing stakeholder concerns, and meeting international financing standards including Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.
Our Service Scope
WCD Compliance Review
Assessment of water infrastructure projects against WCD strategic priorities and decision-making criteria.
Environmental Impact Assessment
Comprehensive EIA for dam and water infrastructure projects including aquatic ecology, hydrology and sediment.
Social Impact Assessment
Assessment of impacts on affected communities, indigenous peoples and livelihoods.
Cumulative Impact Assessment
Evaluation of cumulative impacts from multiple water infrastructure developments in a river basin.
Stakeholder Engagement
Design and facilitation of inclusive stakeholder consultation processes for WCD-compliant decision-making.
Environmental & Social Management Plan
Development of comprehensive ESMP to mitigate, monitor and manage identified impacts.
Our Deliverables
Every QRS engagement concludes with a comprehensive set of clear, professional deliverables designed to meet regulatory requirements and drive informed decision-making.
Discuss Your Requirements- WCD compliance assessment report
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
- Stakeholder consultation report
- Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)
- Monitoring and evaluation framework