Study Reveals Environmental and Socio-Economic Risks of Lokichar - Lamu Crude Oil Pipeline
A risk assessment study of the proposed Lokichar – Lamu Crude oil pipeline in Kenya has revealed environmental and socio-economic risks according to a study by World Wide Fund for Nature – Kenya (WWF-Kenya), the Kenya Oil and Gas Working group, CSO partners and stakeholders.
According to the report, the oil pipeline which cuts through six counties and covers 892 kilometres – from the Lokichar oil fields in northern Kenya to Lamu seaport may generate national economic gains but will come with significant environmental and socio-economic risks if not managed well.
The report outlined and elaborated 11 recommendations to guide the various stages of implementation of the project. The report makes recommendations that include; ensuring that the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment follows a transparent and inclusive process based on international best practice as well as the imp
