Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro Group of Companies will help sustain a diverse
and healthy environment for present and future Newfoundlanders and Labradorians
by maintaining a high standard of environmental responsibility and performance
through the implementation of a comprehensive environmental management system.
The following guiding principles set out the Hydro Group's environmental
responsibility:
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implement reasonable actions for prevention of pollution of air, water, and
soil and minimize the impact of any pollution which is accidental or
unavoidable;
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use energy as efficiently as possible during the generation, transmission, and
distribution of electricity, and the operation of its facilities, and promote
efficient use of electricity by customers;
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maintain a state of preparedness in order to respond quickly and effectively to
environmental emergencies;
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recover, reduce, reuse and recycle waste materials whenever feasible;
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use the Province's natural resources in a wise and efficient manner;
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audit facilities to assess potential environmental risks and continually
improve environmental performance;
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integrate environmental considerations into decision-making processes at all
levels;
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empower employees to be responsible for the environmental aspects of their jobs
and ensure that they have the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct their
work in an environmentally responsible manner;
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periodically report to the Board of Directors, Executive Management, employees,
government agencies, and the general public which we serve on environmental
performance, commitments and activities;
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comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, and participate
in the Canadian Electricity Association's Environmental Commitment and
Responsibility Program;
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monitor compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and quantify
predicted environmental impacts of selected activities on the environment;
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respect the cultural heritage of the people of the Province and strive to
minimize the potential impact of Corporate activities on heritage resources.
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