News and insights

• 10 December 2020

On Human Rights Day 2020, Ipieca's Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development Senior Manager, Isabel Miranda, discusses the importance of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

• 16 June 2021

Ipieca Executive Director Brian Sullivan explores the role of business in human rights action and how Ipieca is working to support oil, gas and alternative energy companies to embed the UNGPs in their businesses.

• 18 June 2021

Marking the 10th anniversary of the UNGPs, Ipieca Senior Manager for Social Responsibility and Sustainability Isabel Miranda discusses the progress made so far and how we can scale up global implementation of the principles.

• 3 August 2026

During Ipieca Week 2026, Ipieca held two panel sessions on 'Energy transition in a fragmented world: the geopolitics and future of oil and gas' and 'Energy transition priorities for the Global South'. The key messages are captured in these reports.

• 29 April 2026

In its capacity as an observer, Ipieca participated in the 2026 Annual Plenary Meeting of the Voluntary Principles Initiative (VPI), held in London from 24 to 26 March.

• 13 April 2026

The Review demonstrates how Ipieca is delivering on its strategic intent and provides a summary of activities and outputs from across Ipieca's work programme. It also features testimonials from member CEOs and stakeholders, as well as insights from working group Chairs.

• 18 February 2026

First published in 2022, this new edition provides an updated overview of key concepts, definitions and priorities informing the just transition landscape.

• 9 February 2026

Andy Best, bp’s Vice President of Regulatory Compliance, Environment, Carbon and Social Responsibility, has been elected to serve as a Vice Chair of Ipieca.

• 28 January 2026

Oman Energy Association (OPAL) is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation representing Oman’s energy and minerals sector.

• 16 December 2025

The ASEAN Council on Petroleum and Energy (ASCOPE) focuses on strengthening regional collaboration among ASEAN national energy companies to enhance energy security while supporting the region’s sustainable energy transition.

• 2 December 2025

This Ipieca-IOGP report provides guidelines and practical information to control adverse health effects from working in extreme climates.

• 7 October 2025

Memorandum of cooperation will support the region’s contribution to a sustainable energy transition.

• 16 July 2025

Ipieca is pleased to share new member action case studies providing examples of how members are operationalising the Ipieca Principles and embedding SDG Roadmap actions in their businesses, offering inspiration and insights for other companies.

• 28 May 2025

The joint Ipieca-IOGP Health Committee has been publishing leading health performance indicators annually since 2011. The 2024 data is now available.

• 9 May 2025

Ipieca is pleased to launch two reports reflecting on progress and achievements made in 2024.

• 10 April 2025

Ipieca attended the 2025 Annual Plenary Meeting of the Voluntary Principles Initiative (VPI) in London between 18 and 21 March. This year’s Plenary marked 25 years since the formation of the VPI.

• 27 March 2025

Safe and responsible operations are at the core of Vår Energi’s strategy. The company aims to be the safest operator on the NCS and to achieve carbon neutrality in its net equity operational emissions by 2030.

• 3 March 2025

Carlos brings 20 years of experience in environmental management, sustainability and health and safety at Petrobras to his new role as Vice Chair of Ipieca.

• 19 February 2025

Ipieca and the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) have published a briefing exploring what is currently known about the health risks associated with energy transition-focused technologies.

• 21 November 2024

Ipieca is pleased to welcome ANGEA to its membership.

• 26 September 2024

This new resource supports oil, gas and alternative energy companies and practitioners to undertake engagement with local stakeholders that moves beyond meeting the minimum expectations, by providing guidance on broader, inclusive and ongoing two-way processes for ‘meaningful engagement’.

• 18 September 2024

The Ipieca-IOGP Health Committee has published new guidance on 'Oil and gas contractor drug and alcohol testing recommended practice' and 'Infectious disease outbreak management'.

• 18 July 2024

Ipieca is pleased to welcome Aker BP to its membership.

• 11 July 2024

During Ipieca Week, input was sought from 19 stakeholders during 3 panels. This report shares the key messages.

• 29 May 2024

The latest members' health leading performance indicators data from Ipieca and IOGP is now available.

• 23 May 2024

Paul brings over 30 years of environmental, sustainability and health and safety experience at ExxonMobil to his new role as Ipieca Chair.

• 15 May 2024

The UK’s largest independent oil and gas producer, Harbour Energy is committed to achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035.

• 22 April 2024

Find out how Ipieca and its members contributed to a sustainable energy transition in 2023.

• 13 March 2024

50 years ago, Ipieca was established in 1974 at the request of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to act as the engagement channel between UNEP and the oil and gas industry on environmental and climate issues.

• 21 February 2024

Headquartered in London, Perenco is a leading international independent hydrocarbon company, specializing in exploration, production, and development of onshore and offshore oil and natural gas reserves.

• 16 February 2024

Headquartered in Houston, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy, leading innovation in more sustainable liquefied natural gas (LNG) and carbon capture solutions.

• 8 February 2024

This guidance helps company health professionals assess medical facilities to ensure they can provide optimal health care for workers.