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7.9. Discussion
Although there are no statutory conservation area within this vegetation type, very little of
the area has been transformed. A local exception is in the mine area close to Aggeneys,
where mining infrastructure and mine dumps, and also residential areas, transformed
some land.
All the results indicate that the area is of great biodiversity importance. However, the
most important areas are the Inselbergs including their quartz gravel plateaus and foot
slopes. The dry grassy plains are of relatively less biodiversity importance. Although the
proposed development site is not located on the Inselbergs or quartz plains, it is still
emphasized that these are considered as No-Go areas and should be protected. Any
development on the property should be in accordance with the conservation policies of
the relevant authorities.
It is suggested that the proposed the development of proposed photovoltaic power
generation facility be supported with the condition that the lay-out as shown in this
document be strictly followed and no changes be done to the lay-out without consultation
of the biodiversity specialists.
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