Consultancy

1. The NLC's expert network gives the ability to acquire consultancy assistance through the foundation.
2. According to market research and professional experience, there is a considerable need for assistance in areas such as biodiversity, indigenous peoples, land acquisition, resettlement and livelihood planning, benefit sharing, and other social aspects of ES that adhere to international standards.
3. However, the Business Plan's conservative assumptions do not situate the foundation as a conduit for international consultant services. The consultation services will be given by employees from the institutions affiliated with the NLC, as outlined in the specific Memorandums of Understanding with each university and the foundation.

	Biodiversity needs assessment, biodiversity mapping and Biodiversity Management Plan preparation
	Indigenous People Plan preparation
	ESIA review
	Biodiversity rehabilitation
	External monitoring agency for Category A (high risk) projects
	LARAP preparation
	Targeted capacity building to government for ESS conformance
	Project-specific assistance to proponents