2. ENVIRONMENT

General aim: Reduce environmental footprint

ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Since 2010 SO2 emissions dropped by 60%, and NOx emissions decreased by 40%
• In the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, comprehensive research into the water situation was undertaken for Akri-Bijell K10 Block. Although the study concluded that the Block was not affecting any waterstressed areas, all existing and potential operational locations and activities were analysed and the most relevant activities that could be taken to protect water sources have been incorporated into an operational plan.
• MOL Group undertook a group-wide assessment process to identify sensitive areas rich in biodiversity. Out of 162 sites surveyed, only 8 sites are located in biodiversity critical areas (6 Upstream and 2 Downstream), while 35 of our Exploration and Production operations are close to, or in, Natura 2000 sites. Furthermore, a Biodiversity Action Plan that covers the period 2014-2016 has been developed for our Pakistani operations.

CHALLENGES:

• To meet all the requirements defined in integrated environmental permits (IPPC) INA will have to implement a significant number of projects by 2018.