Environmental management
One of our greatest challenges is to care for the environment
and work toward a greener planet. This is one of our commitments to sustainability,
translated into constant and decisive actions to achieve it.
We have adopted a comprehensive environmental policy with a long-term vision that inspires us to act proactively in conserving nature, mitigating our impacts, adapting to emerging environmental challenges, and promoting circularity.
Through the implementation of sustainable practices throughout our value chain, we comply with environmental regulations in the areas where we operate, continuously improve our processes, and achieve ambitious environmental goals.
We promote relationships based on mutual respect and value creation, and we contribute to knowledge, the dissemination of environmental actions, and the diversification of our energy matrix through conventional and non-conventional renewable generation technologies.
Each of the actions carried out as part of our environmental management increases the installed capacity for solar electric power generation, reduces pressure on natural resources, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, the decision to integrate frameworks such as TCFD and TNFD into our risk management prepares us for the challenges of climate change, nature, and their interdependence.
▸Environmental Investment and Transfers
We strategically invest in the preservation of ecosystems and the protection of watersheds, reinforcing our commitment to promoting a greener planet. We support this commitment by implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS) structured in accordance with the guidelines of the ISO 14001 standard, the effectiveness of which is audited and verified externally by an independent, specialized third party. Furthermore, our management practices align with the highest international standards, including the International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards (IFC 2012), the Equator Principles, and the frameworks of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).
Furthermore, transfers from the electricity sector related to hydro, thermal, and solar generation represent contributions we make by legal mandate in our areas of influence, derived from the sale of energy from our plants and specifically earmarked for environmental protection and conservation. It is important to note that these legally mandated funds are separate from and complementary to our consolidated voluntary environmental investment.
Learn more about our environmental management system, environmental investment, and paid transfers.
▸Socio-Environmental Due Diligence
Our Socio-Environmental Due Diligence is a comprehensive approach process that allows for a thorough identification and evaluation of critical socio-environmental criteria during the pre-feasibility phase of acquisitions and/or development of new projects. The primary objective is to ensure the continuous improvement of socio-environmental performance, the optimization of the use of natural resources, the establishment of mutually respectful and beneficial relationships with stakeholders, and the rigorous verification of regulatory compliance and voluntary and/or financial commitments made by the organization. All of this is strategically articulated with Celsia’s Sustainability, Environmental and Social policies and strategy, ensuring alignment with its long-term objectives and the comprehensive management of socio-environmental risks and opportunities.
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▸Public Information – Escazú Agreement
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental Management Plans (EMP). We make available to the public environmental information related to our assets in operation and new projects. This data is part of the files to which the competent environmental authorities in the areas where we operate have access. A summary of the Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental Management Plans (EMP) is also available on our website. Access this information here.
Find the results of our Enviromental Management in 2024.
