Sustainability

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Corporate Social Responsibility

PNOC Exploration Corporation

Puts high value on the social component of its projects and operations. It engages the communities in which it operates to collaborate with the stake holders in the planning and implementation of various social projects.

Said projects are intended to provide sustainable benefits to the host communities and to promote partnership between the company and the stakeholders in addressing possible issues with the company’s operations.

PNOC EC enhances its social performances through participative engagements and community-based social investment projects.

The company’s KAAGAPAY program has become the platform in the implementation of PNOC EC’S corporate social responsibility projects with its four pillars – Kaagaapay sa Kalusugan, Kaagapay sa Kabuhayan, Kaagapay sa Karunungan, and Kaagapay sa Kalikasan.

See 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Kaagapay sa Kalikasan

Kaagapay sa Karunungan

Kaagapay sa Kabuhayan

Health, Safety, Security, and Environment

PNOC Exploration Corporation (PNOC EC) continues to strengthen its HSSE management processes in alignment with the Company’s HSSE policy to prevent major incidents and ensure safe and reliable operations. Regular assessments of HSSE performance across both head office and field operations enable the identification of improvement areas and the implementation of effective risk‑mitigation measures across all business activities.

Health Management and Awareness

The health and well-being of employees remain a core pillar of PNOC EC’s corporate responsibility. Through comprehensive health management and awareness programs, the Company fosters a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace that enables employees to perform effectively and sustain their personal and professional well-being.

The Company implements a range of initiatives aimed at supporting employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well‑being as part of its commitment to holistic health management. Activities include:

provision of basic medicines, influenza vaccinations, and essential medical supplies
ensuring a safe and healthy workplace through quarterly quality testing of drinking water within office premises
assessments of pre-employment medical examination results and regular monitoring of annual physical examination outcomes.
availability of health-related articles and educational lectures to employees to further enhance awareness and understanding of health management practices.

Operational Safety and Security

The safety and security of the Company’s petroleum and coal operations remain a primary focus. PNOC EC implements robust safety management systems and security protocols to safeguard its people, assets, and the environment. Through strict adherence to regulatory requirements and industry’s best practices, the Company works to maintain a secure operating environment, effectively manage risks, and continuously strengthen its safety culture.

PNOC EC maintained close coordination with government security forces and relevant agencies to support security and situational awareness during project operations.

Environmental Performance

As part of the Company’s Environmental, Social and Governance framework, PNOC EC places strong emphasis on environmental management by implementing programs and initiatives that support sustainable development and responsible operations. Programs and key initiatives include the following:

Applications and renewals of pertinent permits, clearances, and accreditations covering the Company’s various activities.
Strict compliance with ECC conditions and other regulatory requirements, including proper solid waste management through utilization of the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), quarterly preventive maintenance service (PMS) of the genset as required under its Permit to Operate, regular conduct of ambient air and wastewater monitoring, and timely submission of all reportorial requirements to the DENR-EMB.
Continuous compliance with air and water quality standards across all project sites.
Conduct of regular orientations to utility and maintenance personnel, as well as new employees, on proper water use, conservation practices, and efficient water management to support climate change adaptation and long-term water sustainability.

In exploration sites, PNOC EC is steadfast in its commitment towards preservation of ecological balance through the following:

Use of environment-friendly and internationally accepted drilling fluids, equipment, and technology in drilling operations;
Safe conduct of seismic survey and suspending activities during migration of marine mammals (e.g., whales and dolphins) and other endangered marine species, and by hiring Marine Mammal Observers (MMO) on board seismic vessels during operation to ensure the safety of these sea creatures;
Conduct of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns as well as FPIC activities, as mandated by law, in the affected host communities prior to exploration work;
Strict adherence to the terms and conditions of the Certificate of Non-Coverage (CNC) and other applicable permits and clearances; and
Keeping up with good oil and coal industry practices.

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