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Environmental, Social & Governance
At NextDecade, ESG and corporate responsibility means operating in an ethically, environmentally, and socially responsible manner. It also means we focus on safety, protecting the environment, respecting and supporting our communities, and developing our employees.
At NextDecade, we conduct business in a manner that is environmentally, socially, operationally, and ethically responsible.
“At NextDecade, we are passionate in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance best practices, and we are deeply committed to upholding the industry’s highest standards – in everything we do.”
– Vera de Gyarfas, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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Health & Safety
Safety is of utmost importance at every stage of development and operations. It starts with our corporate culture. We have adopted a Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) Policy that sets forth our commitment to operating safely and responsibly, protecting the environment, and having a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work.
Environment
NextDecade is committed to environmental stewardship, which includes reducing emissions and mitigating impacts to wetland and wildlife. Rio Grande LNG is designed to meet or exceed all environmental and other regulatory requirements, which include strict standards governing impacts on air, land, water, and wildlife.
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Community
Our company and every one of our employees is committed to being a good neighbor and having a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work. Our team is deeply committed to delivering our Rio Grande LNG project the right way.
Diversity & Inclusion
NextDecade values diversity of people and thought, and believes that it takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strive to foster a work environment where every employee feels valued and inspired.
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Governance
NextDecade promotes ethical and sustainable business behavior through strong leadership and sound corporate governance policies. The Board of Directors oversees the activities of the Company and is committed to conducting business in accordance with the highest ethical standards and industry best practices.