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GLOBAL SERVICES TO THE MARITIME, OIL & GAS AND ENERGY INDUSTRIES■■ Safety, health and environmental risk management ■■ enterprise risk management ■■ asset risk management ■■ technology qualification

■■ Verification ■■ Ship classification ■■ Offshore classification

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CONTENTS01 introduction02 environmental monitoring and biodiversity mapping03 environmental information systems and modelling04 Well risk assessment05 environmental risk analysis06 Oil spill contingency analysis

07 environmental impact assessment08 environmental technology and engineering09 environmental due diligence audit10 inventory of hazardous materials11 environmental management and strategy

Pressure is growing on all organisations to effectively manage the environmental impact of their operations. at the same time, environmentally responsible performance is now recognised as an essential part of good business.

dnV delivers innovative and experience-based solutions to the environmental challenges facing the maritime and energy industries. We provide services within the areas of environmental measures, technology and risk management to all stakeholders within the industry.

Our independent position and considerable industry knowledge ensure that our solutions and recommendations reflect the best options for and true status of an activity.

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ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ANd bIOdIVERsITy MAppINGdnV is one of the main suppliers of baseline and monitoring services on the norwegian continental shelf, to ports and terminals and to land-based industries with discharges to sea.

BACKGROUND Industrial activities may have negative impacts on marine life; such as organisms living on and in the sea floor sediments, in the water column or in the tidal zone. Human health can also be affected, due to water and seafood pollution. The develop-ment of greener industry solutions have resulted in both regulators and companies increasingly demanding documen-tation of potential effects.

Sediment surveys have been an essential part of the marine environmental monitoring regime for decades and provide a well suited method of studying possible impacts of human activity. DNV has carried out baseline and monitoring surveys for more than 20 years, and DNV’s Biology Laboratory is accredited for sampling marine sediments and conducting biological analyses of benthic organisms.

Over the past decades, DNV has built up a highly experienced environmental surveillance staff that use both top-end equip-ment and conventional tools which meet the challenges of its clients. DNV has equipment such as lander systems, ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles) with high resolution cameras, various measurement tools, for example profiling current meters, turbidity sensors and CTDs, water samplers and a variety of grabs, box corers and piston corers. The easy access to equipment makes DNV flexible with regard to complex monitoring projects.

OUR APPROACHEnvironmental baseline surveysIn order to assess the impact of human activities, it is of vital importance to have proper baseline data as a reference for the environmental status prior to planned discharges or activities. DNV provides tailored monitoring programmes as well as surveys according to specific governmental requirements. DNV has wide experience of regular offshore baseline surveys

and specially designed baseline surveys in deep waters, in sensitive areas (for instance containing deep-water corals), in coastal waters and in connection with ports and terminals.Environmental monitoringBy collecting data over a period of time during ongoing activi-ties, potential impacts can be identified. Depending on the type of acceptance criteria, the results of the trend studies may trigger mitigating measures that can be evaluated through future monitoring surveys.

Visual mapping In areas with a high degree of habitat complexity (gravel/rocks and corals), a more detailed study of the biodiversity can be performed visually. A combination of ROV/UV photos and GIS is used as an important management tool in this context. Hazard maps showing identified biological communities (grouped into vulnerability categories) can be used to plan activities carefully so as to minimise the effects on marine life. DNV has carried out rocky shore monitoring since 1990, and visual and biodiversity mapping using ROVs has been one of our key environmental monitoring services for the last 10 years.

Ports and terminalsDNV designs monitoring programmes and performs monitor-ing in ports and at terminals. Based on the distribution of pollutants, various risk assessments can be conducted – e.g. the risk of spreading, ecological risk and human health risk. DNV combines its knowledge of marine ecosystems with an in-depth understanding of ships and port operations to per-form complex risk analyses. The introduction of non-indige-nous organisms to ports and terminals is a main concern world wide, and is addressed by DNV's services related to the mapping of alien species, risk of transfer of alien species and fouling aspects.

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BACKGROUNDState-of-the-art modelling and analysis tools combined with experience and industry knowledge enable DNV to provide its clients with high quality environmental data that are fit for purpose. DNV also develops and maintains a range of environmental databases, GIS (Geographic Information Systems) applications and web solutions for the oil and gas industry, maritime industry and authorities.

OUR APPROACHDNV holds a comprehensive ship register which is continu-ously monitored and updated. In combination with ship-movement data (Automatic Identification Systems - AIS), the environmental footprint of the maritime industry can be modelled for selected geographical areas and for different emissions and discharges to air and sea.

DNV has designed and maintains and develops several environmental databases. The Marine Resources DataBase (MRDB®) is a tool for mapping vulnerable marine resources. The objective of MRDB® is to collect publicly available infor-mation on resources that are vulnerable to oil. The MRDB® provides easy access to the information through a simple search and presentation function for the purpose of perform-ing environmental impact assessments and environmental risk analysis and preparing oil spill contingency plans. The MRDB® has several user interfaces (ArcGIS, ArcReader), including a web solution; www.mrdb.no. The Monitoring Database (MOD) is an important tool for the oil industry when planning environmental surveys and documenting time series and historical information. The MOD stores informa-tion and data from monitoring surveys. This database includes data on sediments (grain size, organic content), chemical compounds in sediments (metals, hydrocarbons), and macrofauna, in addition to the results of visual mapping.

DNV has extensive experience of modelling the fate and distribution of substances in water and air. These models are important tools for environmental impact and risk assessments as well as for oil spill contingency analysis and planning. DNV uses both in-house models and commer-cially available models, including: ■■ The Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling System (ADMS4) to assess the impact on air quality from a range of pollutants such as SOx, NOx, CO, etc. emitted from facilities such as refineries and power plants.

■■ For dispersion modelling of substances released to water, e.g. cooling or process water, DNV applies the US EPA model Visual Plumes. This model simulates single and merging submerged plumes in arbitrarily stratified ambient flow and buoyant surface discharges.

reliable environmental data is fundamental to environmental management. easy access to data ensures effective environmental assessments and documentation, and provides the industry with a strong foundation for making the right decisions, especially when time is limited.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION sysTEMs ANd MOdELLING

density plot for shipping in the north Sea, based on aiS data.


Simulated probability for oil reaching different areas in Skagerak from an oil spill along the north coast of denmark.

■■ The distribution and fate of oil after an accidental oil spill are determined using the state-of-the-art, probabilistic oil trajectory and fate model OSCAR/OS3D, developed by SINTEF. This model calculates the displacement and mass balance of oil released from a fixed position. The outputs are the oil drift spread and mass balance (surface oil, evaporation, natural

dispersion and water column concentrations, oil on shore and water uptake and emulsification). The model can be run in statistical mode, enabling outputs such as the probability of oil in different areas and statistical parameters of volume, concentrations and drift times.

Some drilling operations are more demanding than others. the lack of a sufficient number of offset wells, and drilling in unknown areas or new geologi-cal structures may demand more detailed input to the risk analysis. in these cases, a well risk assess-ment study may be conducted.

BACKGROUNDUnderstanding the complete picture in complex projects requires a multidisciplinary approach. A well risk assessment (WRA) is a structured process for gathering multidiscipli-nary information and understanding the consequences of all the input data. The primary objective of the well risk assessment is to establish the input data required to conduct a specific environmental risk analysis (ERA) and specific oil spill contingency analysis (OSCA) relevant to the planned

activity. The assessment may include a comparison of rel-evant drilling programmes and/or well designs. In addition, recommended adjustments to the drilling programme and/or well design may be proposed. Relevant technical informa-tion related to the reservoir conditions, drilling programme and drilling equipment is reviewed and evaluated to estab-lish the input data required to make the risk assessments 100% relevant to the specific drilling operation.

OUR APPROACHThe well risk assessment is conducted with the support of and input from discipline experts such as geoscientists, reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, safety/environmen-tal engineers, risk experts and operational leaders. The project starts off with a hazard identification (HAZID) review session to systematically identify the specific issues,

WELL RIsK AssEssMENT


risks, relevant threats and information relating to the drill-ing operations.

The well risk assessment includes an evaluation of all the relevant information that has been gathered in order to establish one or several of the following inputs to the risk analysis:■■ The probability of a blowout during the planned drilling operations

■■ The distribution and/or probabilities of different flow paths and potential flow rates

■■ The distribution and/or probabilities of possible blowout durations

■■ The most appropriate drilling programme and/or well design

These combined well and environmental risk assessment studies provide several benefits to the client, including:■■ The well-specific blowout rates and blowout frequency, which in most cases will be reduced due to the conservative evaluation in several steps in the standard blowout and kill simulations currently being conducted

■■ The well-specific environmental risk and cost-effective dimensioning of the oil spill preparedness

■■ A high risk-management focus through the well planning process and procedures for all the organisation's relevant disciplines

■■ A tool which can systematically be used to increase safety and reduce the environmental risk related to drilling and well operations

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BACKGROUND Environmental risk analysis (ERA) is the core of environ-mental risk management. An ERA highlights the hazards that have to be managed to ensure that the risk related to the activity is as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP). Quantitative ERA methods provide an objective framework for input to management decisions regarding e.g. oil and gas activities or ship design and operation, and for measur-ing the environmental risk level against national, regional or company-specific environmental risk acceptance criteria or environmental goals.

OUR APPROACH ERAs can be performed as part of environmental risk man-agement in all phases of an activity, from concept selection through design, operation, expansion/modifica-tions and decommissioning/scrapping. DNV has extensive experience of performing quantitative ERAs for the off-shore industry, maritime industry, process industry and authorities, e.g. according to the requirements stipulated in NORSOK, the European Commission’s Technical Guidance Documents (TGDs), the Ballast Water Management Convention and the Norwegian Climate and Pollution Agency’s guidance documents.

A QUANTITATIVE ERA BASICALLY CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING FIVE ELEMENTS: 1. Identification of environmental hazards, including

frequency analysis 2. Modelling of the drift and dispersion of harmful

substances/liquids3. Identification of sensitive environmental resources 4. Calculation of environmental effects and

consequences

5. Evaluation of the environmental risk and advice on risk reducing measures

The environmental risk is the product of the release/impact frequency and the probability of environmental consequences. The sensitivity of the resources in time and space is reflected in the calculation of the environmental consequences. In the ERA, the risk contribution from each release/impact scenario can be identified. This provides a sound basis for identifying risk reducing measures. The results of the analysis can also provide input to establish cost-effective oil spill contingency measures. Based on the planned oil spill contingency and/or changes in design, barriers, operational patterns etc., the environmental risk can be recalculated to identify the effect of the risk reduc-ing measures. In this way, environmental risk analysis can ensure that the risk of the activity is ALARP and thus con-tribute to environmentally sustainable operations.

the oil and gas production from mature oil and gas regions is decreasing. to meet the world’s energy demands, the oil and gas industry will have to enter new areas, many of which are technically or environmentally challenging. the shipping industry is facing increasing demands for greener solutions and environmental risk reduction from international regulations and cargo owners.

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OSCa is used to identify appropriate and effective measures to combat oil spills at sea in order to reduce environmental impacts.

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BACKGROUND Oil spills can be harmful to the affected environmental resources (e.g. shoreline habitats, marine mammals, sea-birds, fish, reefs and recreational areas). Additionally, spills can affect human health and safety, as well as damaging the responsible company’s reputation. It is therefore very impor-tant to adopt a precautionary approach (i.e. analyse the oil spill capacity needs in case of accidental spills) before com-mencing potentially harmful offshore activities or when assessing the risks imposed by maritime transportation.

OUR APPROACH An oil spill contingency analysis (OSCA) is used to identify appropriate and effective measures to combat oil spills at sea in order to reduce possible environmental impacts. The OSCA includes a statistical spill modelling approach in order to estimate the effect of each additional recovery system. This will provide the basis for a cost-benefit evalua-tion, thus enabling the oil spill capacity needs to be dimen-sioned for a given activity. OSCAs can be performed as part of environmental risk management in the planning of off-shore activities and when evaluating accidental vessel incidents.

The oil spill contingency analysis is performed according to the guidelines issued by the Norwegian Oil Industry Association (OLF) and the Norwegian Clean Seas Association for Operating Companies (NOFO). The method has been subject to systematic review through consultation processes and comments on former OSCAs in connection with drilling activities in the Barents Sea and NOFO Regional Oil Spill Response Plans, making it a solid and proven tool for the analysis and evaluation of oil spill contingency.

AN OSCA CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS: ■■ Identification of accidental spill scenarios and release frequencies

■■ Statistical modelling of the drift and dispersion of selected spill scenarios with and without response options (mechanical recovery or chemical dispersion)

■■ A variety of response options (number of systems, response times, response strategy) can be included.

■■ Environmental benefit analysis■■ Evaluation and recommendations

In connection with oil spill management, DNV also deliv-ers tailor-made operational tools that serve as a decision support system during clean-up operations.

The analysis uses results from the environmental risk analy-sis as input to establish cost-effective oil spill contingency measures. Appropriate oil spill contingency measures reduce the environmental consequences associated with the activity.

the risk of pollution from accidental discharges of oil and gas during offshore operations and maritime transportation calls for effective measures to combat oil spills at sea. Careful planning is essential to ensure successful oil spill response operations.

OIL spILL CONTINGENCy ANALysIs


BACKGROUNDAn EIA can be defined as a procedure encouraging decision makers to take account of possible environmental, societal and health impacts during the design and implementation of new projects. Based on a multidisciplinary and integrated approach, the main objective is to identify, predict and evalu-ate the potential impacts of a proposed project or develop-ment, to ensure transparency in assessments and to encour-age stakeholder involvement.

The EIA findings are presented in a document that is open to the public and which, in certain countries, is referred to as the Environmental Statement (ES). As defined in standard EIA guidelines, the report/ES should contain: ■■ A baseline description ■■ A description of the proposed project or development ■■ The data necessary to identify and assess the main effects ■■ A description of the likely significant direct and indirect environmental effects which are consequences of implementing the project or development

■■ A description of the measures envisaged in order to enhance positive effects and avoid, reduce or remedy significant adverse effects

■■ A summary in a non-technical language

OUR APPROACH Depending on the level of knowledge available, DNV will perform a baseline study in the actual project area to establish the necessary information, taking into account environmental and societal values. Baseline work will normally be performed in compliance with company procedures and international standards or guidelines (e.g. World Bank manuals/ proce-dures for EIA, and HELCOM and OSPAR guidelines for marine sampling).

Examples of issues covered are:■■ Applicable national and international environmental regulations, and the relevant permits or consents required

■■ Controlling authorities, local organisations and institutes (for possible consultation)

■■ A description of the local environment, including sensitivity mapping, and the chemical and physical characterisation (e.g. sensitive areas, flora and fauna, air and water quality)

■■ Health situation and societal conditions ■■ Current and anticipated future land usage ■■ Local settlement (e.g. trends and housing situation) and demography

■■ Local industry structure and current impacts ■■ Infrastructure (e.g. land use, housing, roads and traffic, water supply/waste water, electricity supply, public services and navigational issues)

■■ Physical, chemical, biological and oceanographic characteristics of the study area

■■ Areas of archaeological, religious or historic importance ■■ Areas for recreation and tourism

Based on this description of the current situation, the rel-evant effects of the project are subject to an impact assess-ment. The recommended project solution is normally subject to a comparative assessment together with relevant project alternatives, including the no-development alternative. Aspects subject to assessment include normal emissions as well as accidental spills, in addition to physical impacts, aes-thetic aspects and different levels of societal impacts.

An evaluation and documentation of relevant mitigation measures form an integral part of the impact assessment and are followed up in the further project planning, execution and implementation.

environmental impact assessment (eia) is one of the core environmental services provided by dnV. Based on the World Bank Standards for eia, a procedure for conducting eias has been developed and implemented in dnV as a “company standard”. However, each eia is tailored to meet the local and regional requirements.

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BACKGROUNDStricter environmental regulations, market expectations and the global energy situation make it increasingly rel-evant to prepare for the installation and retrofit of new technology and operational measures. A reactive approach to the changing frame conditions will most likely result in costly and suboptimal solutions and loss of competitive edge. However it is demanding today to understand the full implications for your business of the emerging technol-ogy options for improving environmental performance and potentially also reducing your fuel bill.

OUR APPROACHDNV’s approach is based on the understanding that the real challenges involved in environmental technology lie in the actual implementation and handling of that technol-ogy in the particular client's business settings and opera-tional conditions. Its multidisciplinary teams and holistic understanding make DNV an excellent partner to help the industry choose and implement environmental technology and operational measures.

DNV's environmental technology and engineering advisory services cover:■■ Concept, design and feasibility studies of emerging and existing environmental technologies and operational measures for emission reduction and energy efficiency on ships and offshore installations

■■ Advice on concept selection, the installation and operation of technologies for reducing emissions and discharges from ships, offshore and land-based installations (i.e. exhaust emissions, oily wastes, sewage, garbage, cargo residues and drilling chemicals)

■■ Waste handling assistance, including preparing waste management plans and evaluating systems for waste minimisation, segregation and treatment/recycling

■■ Evaluation and feasibility studies of ballast water treatment systems and ballast water environmental risk analysis

■■ Alternative fuelled ships, in particular LNG■■ Advisory services regarding environmental class notations, environmental ratings and indexes

■■ Planning and follow-up of drilling operations with regard to environmental issues such as reducing the environmental and reputational risk and chemical consumption

■■ Environmental planning and follow-up in the design and building phase of new offshore installations for oil and gas companies

■■ Best Available Techniques (BAT) assessments using DNV’s methodology for BAT evaluation

■■ Design audits according to NORSOK S-003 ■■ Environmental engineering in the concept, FEED (Front End Engineering and Design) and EPC (Engineering Procurement and Construction) phases of offshore installation development projects for engineering companies

■■ Facilitation of ENVID (Environmental Identification) and HAZID (Hazard Identification) workshops.

■■ Preparation of environmental risk registers and evaluation of the environmental risk relating to operations, installations, onshore facilities, etc.

■■ Chemical assessments, i.e. assessments of the ecotoxic effects of chemicals

a variety of environmental technology options are available to improve your industry’s environmental performance, reduce emissions and optimise energy use. However, the successful implementation of environmental technologies requires careful consideration of the specific operational and technical aspects relevant to your business.

ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGy ANd ENGINEERING


BACKGROUND There are always economic risks related to acquisitions of properties or buildings. Through an EDDA, the risks related to environmental liabilities and potential upcom-ing costs are minimised.

OUR APPROACH DNV has established procedures for the performance of environmental due diligence audits based on the ASTM E-1527 and ASTM E-1528 international standards. To ensure that the work is efficient and systematic, a checklist is used to describe the environmental conditions at the establishment.

AN ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE AUDIT INCLUDES: ■■ Geological conditions (climate, topography, hydrogeology)

■■ Historical use of the area and environmental consequences

■■ Present activity in the area (industrial processes, discharges, waste, etc.)

■■ Hazardous substances (storage, handling, disposal) ■■ Detected contamination on the property and on adjoining and nearby properties

■■ Archaeological and/or environmentally sensitive areas on the property and in adjoining and nearby fields

■■ Compliance with and deviations from legislation or other requirements, and cost accounting

■■ Anticipated changes in laws or regulations ■■ General evaluation of the environmental conditions ■■ Other environmental issues (e.g. PCB, Asbestos, CFC)

An EDDA ensures that the following elements are identi-fied and thereby provide a basis for decision making or price negotiations:■■ Potential and suspected sources of environmental contamination on the property, adjoining properties and nearby areas

■■ Environmental liabilities and the need for improvements or mitigation measures

■■ Economic consequences related to improvements or mitigation measures

dnV has extensive experience of environmental due diligence audits (eddas) of industrial properties. Previous and current activities in adjoining and nearby areas are identified, and potential and suspected sources of environmental contamination are mapped. environmental liabilities and the need for improvement or mitigation are evaluated in conjunction with the economic consequences.

ENVIRONMENTAL dUE dILIGENCE AUdIT


BACKGROUNDA variety of hazardous substances may be present in the structures and equipment of ships and installations, posing risks during decommissioning and recycling as well as during operations. Beginning in the 1990s with the identi-fication of hazardous materials on board obsolete offshore installations, DNV soon developed a similar approach for ships. Over the last few decades, and in compliance with the IMO ship recycling guidelines of 2003, DNV has pre-pared inventories of hazardous materials (IHM) for a large number of different types of ships. Following the adoption of the IMO Hong Kong Convention in 2009, an IHM will become a mandatory requirement for most ships.

OUR APPROACHDNV’s approach to the preparation of an IHM for existing vessels leaves a minimum of work to the ship owner by taking care of all the required steps for establishing infor-mation as an Expert Party. The resulting IHM is compliant with the IMO requirements and will make it easier for a contracting recycling facility to implement targeted and cost-effective steps to deal with the specific hazards, as well as for the operator to take action to safeguard the crew’s working environment during the remaining period of operation.

DNV’s experience gained from numerous IHM surveys proves that a systematic on-site survey and material sam-pling are of paramount importance for preparing trustwor-thy information. Collecting and reviewing documentation is important, but seldom provides a sufficient picture on its own of the hazardous material status; in several cases docu-mentation has shown to be directly misleading.

AN INVENTORY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCLUDES■■ IHM pre-planning; including a review of the documentation, preparation of the visual/sampling check plan, communication and planning along with the vessel's management and arrangements relating to laboratories

■■ On-site survey; including visual inspection, spot check material sampling, a review of on-board records and communication with on-board personnel

■■ Organising an analysis of material samples using external laboratories

■■ Interpretation of results and issuance of the IHM report

In addition, DNV can offer the following alternatives:■■ Inventory services for selected items of the IHM; for instance an Asbestos Survey to meet applicable working environment requirements

■■ Assessment of recycling yards■■ IHM Approval and Verification services, including future statutory services

reliable information about on-board hazardous materials is crucial for the safe and environmentally sound decommissioning and recycling of ships and installations. the preparation of such information is also of vital importance for maintaining a safe working environment during operations.

INVENTORy OF HAZARdOUs MATERIALs


an inventory of hazardous materials is vital for the safe and environmentally sound ship recycling

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BACKGROUNDDet Norske Veritas (DNV) draws on decades of experience when helping companies to develop, implement and improve a systematic and cost-effective approach to manag-ing their environmental impact.

DNV can assist in developing a focused environmental strategy for your company by helping you to understand:■■ The specific environmental challenges pertaining to your industry and how your competitors are addressing them

■■ The environmental impact of your company – from individual locations to the life-cycle of individual products and services

■■ The current and upcoming environmental rules and regulations, their impact and application in your industry - both technical and operational

■■ The expectations of your customers and major stakeholders

OUR APPROACHDNV combines its in-depth knowledge of environmental management systems, environmental risk analysis and greenhouse gas inventories with industry knowledge to develop a strategy for your company that ensures a sustain-able business model and proper management of your environmental impact.

DNV can help you implement your environmental strategy by:■■ Setting the right environmental objectives, targets and goals for the short and long term

■■ Delivering training to all levels of your organisation

■■ Developing emission inventories, carbon footprints and environmental accounts that measure your actual performance

■■ Understanding how to work with subcontractors and suppliers to improve their environmental performance

Our experience of working with a range of companies across all industry sectors has given us in-depth knowledge of how to manage the environmental impact of your day-to-day operations, from ensuring that employees are work-ing in accordance with your environmental policies to providing your company with the necessary tools and infor-mation to make the right board-level decisions.

Acknowledging that planning can only get you so far, DNV will enable your company to monitor, improve and report on its environmental performance in coming years by:■■ Implementing lean and efficient environmental performance monitoring

■■ Developing environmental reporting practices that are based on internal decision-making needs and address your external reporting commitments

■■ Ensuring that your internal audits, reviews and follow-up of suppliers and subcontractors include the necessary environmental focus

■■ Identifying available measures to reduce your environmental impact, including their technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness

is your business well prepared to meet upcoming environmental regulations, demands from customers and the expectations of your most important stakeholders? a reactive approach to managing a company’s environmental impact is no longer sufficient. as environmental performance is becoming a prerequisite and competitive factor, it is time to adopt a systematic approach and incorporate environmental management in your long-term strategy and the day-to-day management of your company.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & sTRATEGy


We can offer a holistic approach to managing your com-pany's environmental impact based on industry best prac-tices and well-proven approaches such as:■■ ISO 14 001 – Environmental management systems■■ ISO 14 064 – Corporate greenhouse gas inventories■■ The Greenhouse Gas Protocol■■ ISO 14 040 – Life Cycle Assessment■■ Analysis of cost-benefit and marginal abatement costs

■■ Assessment of Best Available Techniques (BAT)■■ Environmental reporting guidelines such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

■■ DNV Environmental Insight Survey

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