“Question the ordinary. Imagine the extraordinary. Create the enduring.” A phrase that echoes through the halls and that the people at WSP in Africa live by. ✍️♻️
Entering the Top 500 publication as a Top 5 Company in the Consulting, Engineering, Mining & Infrastructure Sector, they are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms and are united across the globe by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities they serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.
WSP’s efforts were recently celebrated at this year’s Environment Analyst's Sustainability Delivery Awards - where they took home four prestigious accolades. Managing Director, Paul Grota and Marketing & Communications Senior Manager, Zulfa Taibi accepted their Top 500 certificate on behalf of the organisation.
Well done to WSP Africa on this incredible achievement! 👏🏆
#WSP#Africa#Sustainability#Top500#Publication#TopcoMedia
Humber Freeport launched with three key workstreams:
💠 Innovation
💠 Decarbonisation
💠 Skills
As the pre-eminent energy cluster in Northwest Europe, freeport status looks to maximise opportunities in the energy transition, attracting further investment in green technologies. 🌍
Accompanying those investments is a commitment to skills retention and development. It's about ensuring the region has the right people with the right expertise.
With more than £1bn of inward investment pledged in freeport tax sites, our innovation sub-group is helping businesses with R&D, technology advice and knowledge transfer. 🧠
Read more about our work: https://bit.ly/3I0rFwj#HumberFreeport#Innovation#Decarbonisation#Skills#UKFreeports#FreeportStatus#GlobalGateway
Business owners 📣 Have you considered becoming a B Corp?
ENI are keen to amplify our positive social and environmental impact and are currently going through the assessment process ourselves – keep an eye out! 👀
Doing this has really helped us to understand where we’re currently at on our people and planet journey, and how to better improve this in the future. 🌍
Our advice for those considering it that feel slightly overwhelmed… Work with someone who can help!
The application process can seem daunting. Lots of questions and evidence needed, it’s a huge task for one person. We partnered with Andy Hawkins at Business On Purpose UK who has supported hundreds of other companies on their journey to be a better business.
He’s highly recommended and has been a huge help to ENI.
There’s also lots of tips and help on the B Corp website if you wanted to have a read before diving into it. There’s no commitment to submit an application until you’re confident and ready to.
The world needs all businesses to play their part, and only by working together more can we make the difference that we all need and want to see.
If you have any questions on the process, and how we’re finding it so far we’d be happy to chat – get in touch with isobel@elizabethnorman.com#BCorp#sustainability#ENI#ESG
Investing in local communities is central to our #energytransition strategy. Access to energy, sustainable local development are the foundations of a fair and #JustTransition.
At Eni, our alliances play a crucial role in these efforts. We tailor our approach to each country, focusing on energy access and local development, while our continuous and transparent engagement with stakeholders builds trust and facilitates ongoing dialogue with local communities.
This systemic approach ensures our projects align with local needs and contribute to the #SDGs, reflecting our commitment to making a positive impact in every community we serve, and our daily activity in Mozambique is a brilliant example of this strategy.
Insights on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the Energy Sector
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly recognized as a critical component of modern business practices, especially in industries like energy that have significant impacts on society and the environment. Here’s a deeper dive into the importance and implementation of CSR in the energy sector:
Importance of CSR in the Energy Sector
1. Reputation Management:
• Trust and Credibility: Companies that actively engage in CSR can build greater trust and credibility with stakeholders, including customers, employees, investors, and communities. This is particularly important for energy companies, which often face scrutiny over environmental impacts.
• Brand Loyalty: Demonstrating a commitment to ethical practices and sustainability can enhance brand loyalty and attract customers who prioritize corporate responsibility.
2. Risk Mitigation:
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to CSR principles helps companies stay ahead of regulatory requirements and avoid legal issues. This is crucial in the energy sector, where regulations are stringent and constantly evolving.
• Operational Risks: Proactive CSR strategies can mitigate operational risks by ensuring safer and more sustainable practices, thereby reducing the likelihood of accidents and environmental incidents.
3. Innovation and Efficiency:
• Sustainable Practices: CSR encourages the adoption of sustainable practices that can lead to greater efficiency and innovation. For instance, investing in renewable energy sources or energy-efficient technologies can reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
• Research and Development: Companies that prioritize CSR often invest in R&D to develop new technologies and solutions that align with their sustainability goals.
Key Areas of CSR in the Energy Sector
1. Environmental Stewardship:
• Emission Reduction: Implementing measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and minimize the carbon footprint is a core aspect of CSR in the energy sector.
• Resource Management: Efficient use of resources, including water and raw materials, and minimizing waste through recycling and reuse are critical components.
2. Social Equity:
• Community Engagement: Building strong relationships with local communities through engagement and support initiatives, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
• Employee Welfare: Ensuring fair labor practices, providing safe working conditions, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the workforce.
3. Economic Viability:
• Sustainable Growth: Balancing economic growth with environmental and social responsibilities to ensure long-term viability and success.
• Ethical Governance: Adopting transparent and ethical business practices, including anti-corruption measures and responsible sourcing.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an essential aspect of modern business practices, particularly in the energy sector. Here's a brief overview:
- CSR involves companies taking responsibility for their impact on society, the environment, and the economy.
- It focuses on sustainable practices, ethical behavior, and community engagement.
- Key areas include environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic viability.
- In my experience at ADNOC and Emirates Global Aluminum, integrating CSR into projects has enhanced operational integrity and stakeholder trust.
- Implementing CSR strategies not only mitigates risks but also drives innovation and long-term success.
By prioritizing CSR, businesses can create value for both their shareholders and the broader community.
#CorporateSocialResponsibility#Sustainability#EthicalBusiness#EnergySector#CommunityEngagement#StakeholderValue
🗞️ [PRESS RELEASE]
🤝 Veolia the benchmark company in ecological transformation, and Norfund the Norwegian #Investment Fund for Developing Countries, are pleased to announce their #partnership in several African countries to launch an innovative development and financing platform to promote #sustainable industries.
💡This #platform will offer integrated solutions (design, build, operate and finance) via a one-stop-shop approach including off balance sheet financing.
➡️ Veolia and Norfund have the ambition to support the sustainable long-term growth and productivity of industries in some African countries, with a new development and #financing platform;
➡️ They will invest in projects ranging from €EUR 3m to 50m and provide turnkey solutions delivered through performance-based contracts to industrial clients;
➡️ As part of its #GreenUp strategic program, Veolia will especially target #water#REUSE, #energy saving projects and #decarbonized solutions to African industries, with several projects already identified in Southern and Western Africa.
🔗 Read the press release: https://ow.ly/V6WL50SFbms#EcologicalTransformatiom#Africa#Innovation#industries
We are thrilled to announce MADKOUR as a Silver Sponsor at the 14th CSR & Sustainable Development Forum.
Madkour Group was established in 2015, embarking on 30 years of expertise in the energy sector throughout the MENA region. Madkour evolved and prospered with a proven track record of delivering mega-energy infrastructure projects with high levels of excellence, reliability, and forward-thinking.
Madkour has embraced a vision that is geared toward providing innovative and unique solutions for establishing energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects in ways that would contribute to enhancing Egypt’s energy and infrastructure sectors to ultimately fuel economic growth.
They have witnessed that technology, businesses, and societies are tightly interrelated spheres that undergo rapid transformation. This mindset is what forced Madkour to create and develop their applied engineering R&D arm, utilizing unconventional ways in establishing our various projects, and helped them consolidate their position as one of the leaders who designed and built landmark infrastructure projects across Egypt, the Middle East, and Africa.
🎫 Secure your ticket now
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As the world shifts towards sustainable development, Africa stands at the forefront of green growth opportunities that promise to drive economic prosperity while preserving the environment.
The upcoming Infrastructure Africa Business Forum will be a pivotal event for catalysing green growth across the continent. Bringing together key stakeholders, investors, and industry leaders, the forum will focus on exploring investment opportunities, forging partnerships, and driving the implementation of sustainable projects. Read more here: https://shorturl.at/EQPfs
🌟 We're thrilled to announce Panel Four at the Future Oil & Gas Conference in Aberdeen: "Thriving Amidst Transformation – Excelling in Change Management whilst Promoting Diversity and Inclusion." Join industry leaders 25-26 June as they explore the strategies for navigating the evolving energy landscape, fostering inclusive work environments and driving impactful change.
Key Discussion Points:
📌 Shaping the workforce of the future - How can we change the entire company culture to be more agile?
📌 Adopting Diversity and Inclusion – How people and processes should dictate the way changes are navigated.
📌 Taking an agile approach to experiments with new technology – Leading through uncertainty to accelerate the pace of innovation.
📌 Open standards, contracts and skills training – How digital transformation is enabled by technology.
The panel will be moderated by Euan Kennedy, Business Integration Manager, North Sea, bp who will be joined by the following industry experts:
🎙️ Åshild Hanne Larsen, VP Subsurface, Excellence & Digital, Equinor
🎙️ Annemart Kroeze, IDT Advisor, Commercial Operations, Shell
🎙️ Joanna Jedrys, Innovation Manager, Wintershall Dea
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from the forefront of innovation and inclusivity. See you at #FOG2024! Register today: https://lnkd.in/dknK2qRM#DEI#diversity#energy
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2moWell done Paul Grota and the WSP in Africa team 🙌🙌🙌