A Rapid Plant for Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP & Integrated Solid Waste

Management Plant) construction involves a comprehensive evaluation of various aspects to

determine the feasibility, viability, and potential challenges of building a CETP & Integrated
Solid Waste Management plant.

This plant comprises of two components namlely:

Component I: CETP with effluent collection network and& sludge disposal facility;

Component II: Solid waste management facility;

Component III: Environmental Lab and Monitoring System

Following issues need to be covered in a rapid plant for CETP & Integrated Solid Waste
Management plant construction:

Site Selection and Feasibility:

Evaluate potential sites for the CETP & Integrated Solid Waste Management plant considering
factors such as proximity to industries, accessibility, land availability, environmental regulations,
and potential impacts on local communities.

Conduct a feasibility study to determine if the chosen site meets the technical, economic, and
environmental requirements for a CETP & Integrated Solid Waste Management plant.

Engineering and Design:

Assess the technical aspects of the CETP & Integrated Solid Waste Management plant design,
including the treatment processes, capacity, infrastructure requirements (pumps, pipelines, tanks,
etc.), and compatibility with the types of industrial effluents generated by member industries.

Environment and Social al Impact Plant (EIA):Footprint of the Project:

Conduct an environmental and social review assessmentimpact of the projectlant to identify
valued environmental and social components and potential environmental and social impacts of
the CETP & Integrated Solid Waste Management Plant construction and operation.

Develop strategies to mitigate and manage any adverse impacts identified during the plant.

Disaster and Climate Risk of the Project:

Based on an initial climate risk screening assessment of the project, the

performance of the proposed investment is likely to be affected by future changes
in climate conditions and their impacts including temperature increase,
precipitation increase, flood, land slide and other disaster risks. To achieve the
impact and outputs of the proposed investments, a climate risk and disaster
vulnerability assessment (CRVA) is required to provide a detailed and focused risk
and vulnerability assessment that will identify and, to the extent possible quantify
risks to the project from climate change and variability, and provide corresponding
adaptation measures. Outputs of the CRVA will be used by the project developer to
finalize detailed design.

Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure that the proposed CETP & Integrated Solid Waste Management Plant design and
construction plans adhere to local, regional, and national regulatory requirements related to
environmental standards, water quality, waste disposal, and construction permits.

Financial Viability and Funding:

Evaluate the financial feasibility of constructing and operating the CETP & Integrated Solid
Waste Management Plant including tentative cost estimation for construction, operational
expenses, and potential revenue streams (membership fees, government subsidies, etc.).

Identify potential funding sources and mechanisms, such as loans, grants, public-private
partnerships, or industry contributions.

Operational and Maintenance Plan:

Develop an operational and maintenance plan outlining how the CETP & Integrated Solid Waste
Management Plant will be managed, operated, and maintained over its lifecycle.

Consider the training and capacity building needs for CETP & Integrated Solid Waste
Management Plant staff to ensure proper operation and maintenance.
Market Assessment and Stakeholder Engagement:
Conduct a rapid market demand survey to understand the existing readiness, maturity and
capability of the market and opportunities to share the risks for developing the project through
consultation with potential private sector entities interested in this project. Identify and engage
with key stakeholders, including member industries, local communities, regulatory authorities,
and NGOs, to gather input and address concerns.

Risk Plant:

Identify potential risks and challenges associated with CETP & Integrated Solid Waste
Management Plant construction, such as technical, environmental, financial, and social risks.

Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address these challenges.

Timeline and Project Management:

Develop a project timeline outlining key milestones, construction phases, and completion
deadlines.

Define roles and responsibilities within the project team and establish a robust project
management framework.

Proposing Organization and Contact information:

Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA), Prime Minister’s Office

Executive Chairman, BEZA
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA),
Biniyog Bhaban, Level 7,8,9
Plot#E-6/B, W Agargaon, Dhaka 1207
Email: exe.chairman@beza.gov.bd
shaikhyusufharun@gmail.com

Baseline situation:
BEZA has embarked on two mega EZ projects, namely Jamalpur and Sreehatta EZ Jamalpur
EZ (JEZ) is situated in Jamalpur Sadar Upazilla beside Tangail-Jamalpur highway. The JEZ is
developed over a land area of around 437 acres and naturally divided by a Baor into two
parts. It has around 113 Industrial Plots of various sizes and a resettlement area for the
 affected people. Necessary basic infrastructures including water, power and gas pipeline
have already been developed.
Basic information regarding CETP & SWM of Jamalpur EZ
 Total Area 239 acres (Phase-1)
 Process Area 180 acres
 So far 22 investors allocated 146 acres of processing area
 CETP requirement capacity 10 MLD
 Total 3.7 acres land specified in zone
 Preferably zero discharge
 Integrated Waste Management
 Landfill area
 Effluent collection network required 5 Km. (approx.)

Fig: 1: Masterplan Layout of Jamalpur EZ.

Sreehatta EZ is situated in Sherpur of Moulovibazar district. It is around 352 acres of land and
the land is divided into two segments by Dhaka – Sylhet highway. On the north side segment of
the SEZ, all basic infrastructures including water, power and gas are constructed and the land
is leased out to various investors. On the south segment of the zone, there is one Baor with a
small island which is yet to be developed. Both economic zones have been developed with
necessary water, power and gas supply and most of the plots are leased out to the investors.,
Presently, some investors are constructing their industries and some are in the process of
constructing the industries. These industries will generate substantial volume quantity of
liquid effluents, solid and hazardous wastes which need to be treated in the Central Effluent
Treatment Plant (CETP), solid and hazardous waste management facility.
Basic information regarding CETP & SWM of Sreehatta EZ:
• Total area 352.12 acres
• Amount of allotable land- 228.56 acres
• Allotment of 228.56 acres of land allotted in favor of 06 investment institutions
• Required CETP capacity 10 MLD
• Effluent collection network required 1-2 Km. (approx.)
• No land for CETP
• Land fill required.
• Collection network
 Fig.2
: Masterplan Layout of Sreehatta EZ.

The industrial effluents in both the two economic zones will be collected from the industries
through an effluent collection network and will be treated in the CETP. Notably, the industries
will be responsible to do preliminary treatment for their industrial effluent for which
permissible limits for some pre-treated wastewater parameters also need to be fixed in order
to prevent overloading of the CETP operation. Both the two EZs are expected to cater for the
following industries:
 Garments & Garment Supporting Industries
 Agro-products and agro-processing products
 Integrated Textiles
 Motorbike/ Automobile Assembly
 Food & Beverage
 Paint & Chemical
 Paper & Products
 Plastics
 Light engineering (including auto-parts and bicycles)
 Pharmaceutical products
In these two EZs liquid, solid and hazardous waste will be generated at Unit Investor’s operations
and may include, in addition to wastewater sludge, spent solvents, cleaners, oils and grease,
adhesives, lubricants, process clippings and shavings and by-products, used batteries, light fixtures,
and office and domestic wastes. The management, treatment and disposal of industrial solid and
liquid waste is regulated by the DOE. Solid and hazardous waste include constituents that may
cause degradation to soils, leach into groundwater or runoff into surface water streams. Their
proper management and treatment is necessary to safeguard the environment from potential adverse
effects.