Emmerson Plc announced that, following a period of detailed planning, it has commenced the full Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA") study for its Khemisset Potash Project in Northern Morocco ("Khemisset" or "the Project"). Khemisset is a potentially world class potash development, low, capital cost to production and, as a result of its location, among the highest margins in the potash industry. This results in compelling economics including average life of mine EBITDA of over USD 230 million per annum and a post-tax NPV10 of USD 1.14 billion. The ESIA is a key component of all future permitting workstreams, as outlined in the Emmerson's permitting roadmap. The ESIA will be completed in partnership with Moroccan headquartered firm Phénixa S.A.R.L. ("Phénixa"). Phénixa have been integral in all environmental and social studies carried out at Khemisset to date. The ESIA will include multiple studies on the existing area, and the final report will conclude any forecast impacts from the Project, and proposed mitigation measures, on: Existing land uses and social settings. Flora and fauna. Air quality and noise. Climate, topography & elevation. Surface water and ground water. Archaeology, anthropology, and cultural heritage sites.