As per the local and international regulatory requirements, any industrial, commercial and regional developments invariably require environmental approval. An Environmental & Social Impact Assessment study is therefore, first step in the process for any proposed project to proceed. Environmental & Social Impact Assessment is done to identify and assess the environmental impacts during various phases of the project and provide appropriate measures to reduce the potential impacts to ‘As Low As Reasonably Practical (ALARP) levels’. The Environmental & Social Impact Assessment study assists in issuance of Environmental Clearances/approvals for projects from regulatory agencies such as : Municipalities of Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah. Environmental Protection & Development Authority (EPDA) in Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Zonescorp. Other international and local Environmental Regulatory authorities depending on the project location and applicable environmental requirements. The major services offered in conducting the Environmental & Social Impact Assessment study include Review of project data and applicable regulatory requirements. Environmental baseline characterization of air, noise, surface water, geology, groundwater, soil sediment quality, terrestrial and marine ecology, socio-economic profile and cultural & archaeological sensitivities. Quantitative impact assessment for air, noise, groundwater, consequence (fire, explosion & toxicity), salinity and temperature dissipation modelling studies; hydrodynamic modelling for assessing the marine impacts. Qualitative assessment of impact on land use, sensitive habitats, livelihoods, and the likely cultural and heritage impacts within a project’s area of influence Developing impact rating matrices based on such concepts as (As low as reasonably practicable (ALARP) and Best Available Technology (BAT). Subsequently, providing activity specific environmental and social management plans. Liaising with relevant regulatory bodies towards permitting before and during construction/operation phases.