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The objective of the Project is, through the provision of natural gas as a clean, efficient and convenient energy source, to promote sustainable economic development of Jiangxi Province with improved environmental footprints and to improve the local residents’ quality of living with improved conditions of urban environment. In addition to achieving significant reduction of harmful emissions (CO2, NOx, SO2, solid particulates), the Project will help build the Province’s capacity for developing and managing the natural gas supply system.
The proposed NDB loan through the modality of Project Loan will be used by the Government of the People’s Republic of China for on-lending to the People’s Government of Jiangxi Province for development of the natural gas transmission system in Jiangxi.
- Environmental and Social Aspects
The Project contributes to (i) significant reduction of harmful emissions (CO2, NOx, SO2, solid particulates) in Jiangxi Province; (ii) enhanced living quality of the local residents from improved conditions of urban environment; (iii) greener energy mix of Jiangxi Province; (iv) filling the gap for the energy supply shortage; (v) promoting sustainable economic development of Jiangxi Province.
The Project is classified as Category “A” in accordance with the NDB Environmental and Social Framework and China’s environmental impact assessment regulations for its environmental and social impacts on resettlement of local residents from the Project site, local ecology and the vibration and dust impacts on local communities. During operation, there is a potential community safety risk of facilities failure, gas leaks and potential explosions. Mitigation measures are in place to address the negative impacts and the risks. These impacts will also be mitigated by adherence to requirements of E&S country system. NDB will monitor the Project closely and engage with the Project Implementation Agency during implementation.
- Financials
The total cost of the Project is estimated to be USD 1,328 million. The NDB will finance USD 400 million, accounting for 30% of the total cost. The remaining balance will be financed by loans of USD 299 million from commercial banks and funds of USD 629 million from the Jiangxi Provincial Natural Gas Holding Co., Ltd (JPNGHCO).
FINANCIER AMOUNT ($ MILLION)
New Development Bank 400
Jiangxi Provincial Natural Gas Holding Co., Ltd 629
Commercial Banks 299
- Implementation
The Project is estimated to be implemented over 5 years. Jiangxi Provincial Natural Gas Holding Co., Ltd (JPNGHCO) will be the Project Implementation Agency. Contractors for the Project will be selected through a competitive and transparent bidding process. |
