De-risking a project involves understanding all dimensions of the receiving environment, including biophysical, social, cultural and economic factors. We identify potential risks, opportunities and the key elements that should not be affected by projects within this receiving environment.
To effectively apply the mitigation hierarchy—avoid, minimise, remedy and compensate—avoidance measures must begin early in the project lifecycle. At Ausenco, we undertake early collaboration to identify environmental and social risks to optimise plans. We evaluate alternatives and methods to avoid and minimise risks, reducing the footprint and impacts of projects so that they are completed sustainably.
We have proven experience working alongside engineering teams to optimise both environmental and permitting and engineering. Our experts understand the complex interplay between environmental, regulatory and social aspects of project development.
Due diligence expertise
Our senior professionals have experience across many facets of development projects. This experience allows us to take a holistic view of a project and quickly identify probable risks or red flags. We add value to your project by closing environmental and social gaps, reducing risk and improving project bankability. Our team can also pinpoint potential fatal flaws from an environmental and social perspective to aid in negotiations during acquisition. We have experience performing bankable studies to meet International Finance Corporation (IFC) performance standards for projects requiring Sustainable Finance Institutions' loans. Our team can also enhance the sustainability of your project on either side of a transaction when improved environmental and social governance is needed.
Expert advice, accurate analysis and objectivity
We conduct third-party expert reviews for proposed and operational projects across all sectors. Our specialists handle environmental audits, review corrective action and emergency response plans and conduct site inspections to evaluate best practices. We also review compliance with international standards, local, provincial, territorial, and national legislation, provincial or federal permits and approvals, and community and Indigenous engagement activities.
Regulatory strategies and support services
Our regulatory and permitting experts eliminate the guesswork from complicated regulatory processes, build effective strategies and identify clear paths forward for our clients. We bring clarity to project schedules and processes, through providing certainty for regulators, government agencies and project stakeholders. We work with your team to develop a comprehensive strategy that meets the regulatory demands of your project while making sure key deliverables are met within your project’s timeline.
Our project support services include:
- Project negotiations
- Permitting strategy and support services
- Regulatory advice and support
- Project engagement, coordination, writing and report preparation
- Consultation tracking and issues management
- Due diligence assessment and project risk management and mitigation