People

The oil and gas industry operates in some of the most challenging locations in the world and can face complex human-rights related issues. Companies have the responsibility to respect human rights.

Ipieca provides social practitioners with tools and guidance for engaging with communities in host countries and facilitates peer-learning between members on good practice and emerging issues.

Ipieca supports the oil, gas and alternative energy industry’s participation in international collaboration to transition to a low-carbon world in a way that is just and fair for workforces, communities and consumers.

Companies can face challenges producing and transporting oil and gas supplies safely and reliably in the countries in which they operate. Addressing such security issues proactively by developing and implementing operations that integrate responsible security helps ensure the safety and sustainability of the operating environment.

Many people in the oil and gas industry work in extreme climates and difficult environments where the health risks can range from disease to the presence of potentially hazardous chemicals.