Author: Schwarz, J.

Source: Marine Georesources and Geotechnology, Volume 25, Number 2, April 2007 , pp. 145-149(5)

Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd

Abstract:

Tiomin Resources Inc. ("Tiomin"), the proponent of the Kwale Mineral Sands Project in Kenya, presents a response to the article authored by J. O. Z. Abuodha and P. O. Hayombe, entitled "Protracted Environmental Issues on a Proposed Titanium Minerals Development in Kenya's South Coast", published in Volume 24, Number 2, April-June 2006. This article contains a series of inaccuracies, some grossly misleading and many statements relate to outdated information. Tiomin is greatly concerned at the publication of such a misleading report and is obliged to state the facts correctly. This response seeks to identify the misrepresentation of statements and/or facts in the article and present a correct and accurate perspective on the environmental issues of the project.

Keywords: environmental impact assessment; environmental managemenent; heavy minerals sands; legislation; resettlement; sustainable development; titanium minerals

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10641190701372347

Affiliations: 1: General Manager, Tiomin Kenya Limited, Ukunda, Kenya

Publication date: 2007-04-01

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