Why this article?

Industrial, mining, agricultural, or infrastructure companies operating in Côte d’Ivoire are subject to strict environmental regulations. The Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) is an essential document to obtain before or during a project's operation. It is a strategic lever for sustainable development, risk management, and access to international markets.

What is the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)?

The ECC is an authorization issued by the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development through the Environmental Assessment Directorate (DEIE) and the National Bureau of Environmental Studies (BNEE). It certifies that the project meets national requirements for environmental impact assessment and management.

• Without this certificate, a project can be suspended, fined, or deemed non-compliant during an audit or tender.

The 6 key steps to obtaining an Environmental Compliance Certificate

✅ 1. Identify the project category

According to Decree No. 2015-454 of July 29, 2015, projects are classified into three categories:

Delta Green Consultancy assists you in the initial classification of your project.

✅ 2. Conduct the environmental study (ESIA or ESIN)

The study includes:

DGC mobilizes a multidisciplinary team (ecologists, hydrogeologists, sociologists, cartographers) for a compliant and comprehensive study.

✅ 3. Submit the file to BNEE

The promoter submits the report to BNEE, which evaluates its quality. Comments may be issued for revision before approval.

✅ 4. Technical evaluation and field inspection

A commission of experts (BNEE, DGE, sectoral ministries, NGOs) examines the project, sometimes with a field mission.

✅ 5. Technical Committee opinion and ministerial decision

The Technical Evaluation Committee issues a favorable or unfavorable opinion. The Ministry then issues the environmental compliance order.

✅ 6. Environmental monitoring and audit

Once the ECC is obtained, the company is subject to regular monitoring:

Delta Green can assist you in implementing the Environmental Monitoring Plan (EMP), staff training, and compliance audits.

✅ Why comply?

The role of Delta Green Consultancy

We support you from start to finish:

Our team works closely with Ivorian authorities, donors, and project developers in various sectors (agro-industry, energy, infrastructure, mining, etc.).