high-quality environmental
and social consulting
"Since 2000, ESL has become a trusted leader in environmental and social consultancy, completing nearly 100 projects across Lao PDR."
ESL Co., Ltd. (ESL)
Established in 2000, ESL has grown into a leading environmental and social consultancy in Lao PDR. With over two decades of experience, we have successfully delivered nearly 100 projects across the nation, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor to government, industry, NGOs, and communities alike. We specialize in high-quality services and innovative solutions across various fields, including environmental and social impact assessments, health impact assessments, household income and socio-economic surveys, ecology and biodiversity studies, solid and hazardous waste management, climate change adaptation and resilience, water management and treatment, resource efficiency, land-use planning, community engagement, and stakeholder consultation. At ESL, we are passionate about driving sustainable outcomes. Our work consistently contributes to the continuous improvement of environmental and social performance across diverse sectors such as mining, energy, agriculture, infrastructure, urban development, and policy advisory.
Main Services Covered
ESL offers a diverse range of consulting services designed to meet the unique needs of clients across various sectors:
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Approvals ⟓
• Health Impact Assessments (HIA) and Approvals ⟓
• Socio-economic and Household Income Surveys ⟓
• Biodiversity Surveys and Conservation Planning ⟓
• Solid and Hazardous/Toxic Wastes Management ⟓
• Water and Wastewater Management ⟓
• Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Strategies ⟓
• GIS Mapping, Land-Use / Inventory of Losses (IOL) Surveys, Forest Verifications ⟓
• Rehabilitation and Closure Studies ⟓
• Heritage and Archaeology Studies ⟓
• Community Engagement and Stakeholder Consultations ⟓
• Endline Survey and Project Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) ⟓