Environmental Management
Environmental Management System
Policy and System
As an importer and distributor of LPG and LNG, SK Gas recognizes the importance of sustainable management of natural resources and raw materials, maintaining natural ecosystems, and preserving biodiversity. We strive to prevent and minimize factors and elements that threaten these aspects and, if necessary, restore or compensate for any damage.
Currently, SK Gas’s storage terminals in Ulsan and Pyeongtaek are located within regional industrial complexes, which are not situated within environmentally protected areas defined by international agreements or domestic laws. Future projects will also avoid such protected areas.
When constructing new sites, we will conduct preliminary environmental impact assessments as required by relevant regulations, identifying factors that may cause land contamination or threaten biodiversity and taking preventive measures. We will actively communicate with local residents through public hearings and work to address their concerns.
SK Gas places top priority on environmental protection and safety as essential management tasks to minimize environmental impacts from business activities and to ensure a pleasant and safe working and living environment for all members.
Environmental Management Policies and Certifications
To minimize environmental risks and enhance the level of environmental management, SK Gas has established and promoted environmental management policies. SK Gas systematically manages environmental management activities while striving to expand eco-friendly businesses. As part of its ESG management practices, SK Gas obtained ISO 14001(Environmental Management Systems) certification on November 16, 2020. This certification will help continuously strengthen pollution prevention, compliance with environmental regulations, and efficient environmental management.
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ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems)
SHE Management System Regulations
Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) Certificate
Metrics
SK Gas has established and operates an environmental management and performance management system. The company regularly monitors and manages the status and performance of its environmental management goals. Based on this, SK Gas systematically manages environmental performance by practicing energy and water conservation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through process improvement and efficiency.
| Strengthening Climate Change Response Capabilities | Internalizing Environmental Management Activities |
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| Establishing global-level climate crisis response capabilities | Identifying tasks to enhance environmental management |
| Setting and implementing Net Zero goals | Monitoring and supporting environmental performance |
Governance
The SHE Planning Group, under the Company-wide SHE Chief Officer (CEO), plans and manages the environmental policies of SK Gas's business sites and establishes the company's environmental management strategy. Major environmental issues are reviewed and considered by the ESG Committee under the Board of Directors, as documented in the committee's regulations. Each year, the CEO reports to the ESG Committee on environmental performance, plans for the following year, management policies, the composition and roles of management organizations, budget, and facility status. Approved agendas are then confirmed at the Board's main meeting. The environmental performance indicators are reflected in the KPIs of the CEO and responsible management and are considered in their evaluations and compensation. Compensation details related to environmental performance for key management are disclosed in the half-yearly/annual business reports under the "Executive Compensation Details" section.
SHE Organization Chart
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Board of Directors
ESG Committee
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Overall SHE Responsibility: CEO
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- Head of SHE Promotion Group
- SHE Planning Group
- Safety Technology Group
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Ulsan Base Manager: Ulsan Base Manager
Site SHE Committee
SHE Team (5)
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Pyeongtaek Base Manager: Pyeongtaek Base Manager
Site SHE Committee
SHE Team (5)
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G.Hub Manager: G.Hub Manager
Site SHE Committee
SHE Team (5)
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The ESG Operation Group and SHE Planning Group, which are responsible for planning and implementing climate change responses, monitor and review the status of response and management plans, and discuss future plans, reporting the results to the Board of Directors.
Environmental Management Activities
Management of Environmental Risks
Comprehensive Assessment of Environmental Management Level
To identify risk factors related to environmental issues such as air quality, water quality, waste/soil, and chemicals affecting business operations, SK Gas conducts an annual comprehensive assessment of environmental management levels at Ulsan Terminal, Pyeongtaek Terminal, and G-Hub.
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| Evaluation System | A total of 64 evaluation items across four areas, each scored on a scale of 1to 10. RiskLevel categorized as High, Medium, or Low based on the urgency ofimprovements, such as legal violations. |
| Evaluation Areas and Elements | Air Quality, Water Quality, Wase/Soil, Chemical Management. |
Environmental Compliance
SK Gas regularly monitors compliance with environmental regulations and obligations in accordance with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) requirements. Through systematic environmental management, we aim to maintain a 'Zero Level of Environmental Accidents and Compliance Risks.'
Environmental Training
SK Gas encourages employees to complete online ESG-related education programs to raise awareness about environmental issues. The courses offered on SK Group's online education platform, my SUNI, cover topics such as ESG overview, environmental literacy, and hydrogen energy, aiming to enhance employee participation in environmental management.