Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs)

Strategic displacement and livelihood restoration frameworks designed to align energy and infrastructure projects with international social standards.

Engineering Fair Compensation and Social Restoration

Systematic resettlement planning is the critical foundation upon which long-term project success and community trust are built. At HESS-Excellence, we provide energy developers and institutional investors with the technical advisory needed to navigate complex human and physical landscapes. Our team specializes in quantifying asset losses and designing robust restoration strategies for high-stakes infrastructure across East Africa. By aligning your operations with the IFC Performance Standard 5 and the World Bank ESS5, we protect your project from displacement-related transition risks. Our 15 years of regional experience allows us to provide the strategic foresight needed to transform social challenges into sustainable, inclusive opportunities, ensuring your facility remains a globally competitive and responsible leader.

Our Capability

Insight for Responsible Projects.

Avoidance and Minimization

Minimize displacement and social disruption by exploring alternatives and reducing impacts wherever feasible.

Compensation and Replacement

Ensure affected persons receive fair, timely and adequate compensation for lost assets and livelihoods.

Livelihood Restoration

Restore and improve livelihoods through targeted support, income restoration programs and assistance for vulnerable groups.

Consultation and Grievance Management

Engage affected communities continuously while ensuring transparent grievance management and inclusive participation processes.

Manage Social Displacement Fairly

Secure your project’s future in a global economy. Consult our lead social specialists today.