Our Approach to CSR
Today we face a wide range of opportunities and challenges in the area of CSR. This is particularly so given the nature of our industry and the geographic location of our operations, some of which are in countries with complex social, political and economic challenges and/or particular environmental sensitivities. We aim to minimise our impact on the environment and support development in local communities. We recognise the importance of engaging with local stakeholders and listen to their concerns regarding oil and gas development. Heritage believes that by working closely with our host communities we are better able to meet any potential challenges. We work with communities close to areas in which we operate to ensure their needs are fully considered when projects are being planned.
We consider investing in these communities a fundamental part of doing business. This is particularly important in developing economies that lack basic infrastructures and the full capacity to build social capital as this contributes to a healthy and stable business climate. Effective management of CSR allows Heritage to identify potential risks and respond to areas of performance where improvement is needed. Effective CSR can help in attracting and retaining the best staff, making us a partner of choice and realising value for shareholders. The CSR agenda is to inspire, challenge and empower staff to make a positive contribution to local communities and the environment.
Heritage is committed to integrating CSR into everything we do – from being a great place to work, investing in local communities, minimising environmental impact and working closely with partners and contractors.