HELLENIC EDUCATION II

The proposed project comprises the construction and refurbishment of approximately 230 school units, including investments in necessary equipment, and construction of new multiple use assembly halls. It also includes the asbestos decontamination and the structural reinforcement against earthquake damage of identified school buildings.

The project mainly aims at reducing the double shifting and upgrading the primary and secondary school estate throughout the country. The provision of modern facilities will enhance the quality and effectiveness of education. Furthermore, the successful implementation of the project is expected to generate educational benefits by improving the learning environment and providing modern teaching facilities in terms of infrastructure and tools/equipment.

In principle, Council Directive 97/11/EC on Environmental Impact Assessment does not specifically cover educational activities, leaving it at the discretion of the responsible national authorities to request an EIA. Thus, on the basis of the location and scale of the works involved, environmental impact studies may be carried out as applicable and mitigating and/or compensation measures applied as necessary. The project has an overall positive environmental impact.

Project components have been or will be procured in accordance with applicable EU procurement legislation, with publication in the OJEU as required.