Environmental Policy
Landsvirkjun aims at being in the forefront in environmental affairs and promotes sustainable development in Icelandic society.
Landsvirkjun emphasises noting the environmental impact of its operations and endeavours to minimise that impact. In order constantly to increase its success in this area, the company monitors significant environmental aspects and makes systematic efforts to improve them.
Landsvirkjun ensures that every legal requirement in the area of environmental affairs is fulfilled and places stricter standards on itself if appropriate.
Landsvirkjun stresses that its staff, as well as others working for the company, have the capability and expertise to carry out this Policy.
Landsvirkjun presents its Environmental Affairs Policy to the public and reports its outcome in environmental matters, thus encouraging open, objective discussion.
Landsvirkjun's goals in environmental issues
- Work in harmony with the natural ecosystem
- Use resources more efficiently
- Operate without environmental accidents
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Reduce waste