Encouragement of economic and social development, respect for the environment and promotion of biodiversity are paramount corporate values for EP NL informing all of its actions.
In this regard, the Policy confirms EP NL’s commitment to sustainable and efficient development, as promoted through other EP NL Policies, such as the Master ESG Policy or Environmental Policy, recognizing the strategic value represented by the preservation and promotion of biodiversity for all of the companies of the Group and providing a comprehensive and consistent framework of its commitments and underlying principles in the area of biodiversity.
EP NL Group strives to prevent and minimize environmental impact, prioritizing modernization of processes and facilities, launching and maintaining the appropriate environmental management system standards and ensuring appropriate awareness among employees and business partners.
Protecting biodiversity in the areas where the EP NL Group operates is among the goals of the EP NL Group. Potential risks in planning and operations are monitored and evaluated on a regular basis. These activities are complemented by consultations with experts, which leads to a mitigation of potential negative impacts. The EP NL Group aims to minimize the negative impact.