The Ipieca Principles set a sustainability framework for members and reinforce Ipieca’s role to inspire action and lead the global oil, gas and alternative energy industry through a sustainable energy transition.
The principles provide a shared ambition for members in support of Ipieca’s vision, which is reflected in our 2025-2028 strategy.
The first principle under each pillar provides support for a United Nations convention or initiative, strengthening Ipieca's longstanding relationship and collaboration with the UN. The second principle under each pillar aims to advance the environmental and social performance of members’ operations.
Supporting the Ipieca Principles
Members demonstrate their support for the Ipieca Principles through their agreement to the conditions of Ipieca membership and their continued membership of Ipieca.
However, the Principles are more than just a statement of intent—they are a call to action. To help members and the wider industry operationalise the principles, we have created an accompanying toolkit of practical examples, useful resources and reference points.
Our 'Member action' case studies provide further tangible examples of how members are putting the principles into action, offering inspiration and insights for other companies looking to embed the Ipieca Principles in their business.
By aligning with the Ipieca Principles and using Ipieca guidance to incorporate them into core business, oil, gas and alternative energy companies can contribute to UN conventions on climate change, biodiversity, human rights and sustainable development and contribute to a sustainable energy transition.
