As a company involved in operations such as thermal power generation, mining and gas exploration and storage, we know there is an opportunity for us to reduce our impact on the climate.
In our strategy to 2030 we committed to making significant efforts to reduce our environmental impact, specifically in support of UN Sustainable Development Goal 13 on Climate Action. Now, we’re going further, and in our upcoming sustainability strategy refresh we will be committing to phase out coal power, reduce carbon intensity and expand our renewable generation. Our updated strategy will contain science-based carbon reduction targets with a roadmap for how we can work towards net zero.
In addition to measures controlling the emission of GHGs, we are working hard to reduce air emissions, harmful to human health. Our monitoring programmes include:
- Laboratory testing of air emissions and discharges from production facilities
- Assessment of waste disposal sites for their impact on air quality
- Atmospheric air sample testing at the border of our environmental protection zones
- Regular testing of purification equipment.
DTEK’s environmental protection efforts are focused on preventing and mitigating adverse impacts on biodiversity and our local environments.
- We commission detailed reports at the beginning of each new energy development project to minimise impact on local flora and fauna, minimising deforestation and land clearance wherever possible.
- We manage our waste, handling hazardous material in line with ISO 14001 international standards and reducing waste to landfill. All waste disposal is evaluated at source to mitigate any negative impacts on soil and biodiversity.
As one of earth’s most precious resources, we take the stewardship and use of water seriously. DTEK’s efforts are focused on ensuring we use as little water as possible and that we maintain the purity of water supplies wherever we operate.
We ensure efficient operational processes to find ways to reduce our water use. We use advance sampling and laboratory testing to ensure waste water does not pollute local watercourses and we work in line with ISO 14001:2015 standards.
We strive to ensure respect and protection for the flora and fauna around all DTEK sites. This includes managing existing assets in harmony with nature, carrying out biodiversity impact assessments for new developments and supporting schemes to enhance nature in communities near DTEK facilities.
No animals are used in DTEK’s operations and we seek to minimise and eradicate any harm caused to animals through our supply chain.