Measuring and Communicating Performance
Chevron has been measuring and communicating our performance in spills, energy efficiency and greenhouse gases since 2002.
In 2006, at the corporate level, we began compiling baseline data to track water and waste performance. Compiling and analyzing this information at the corporate level will allow us to assess overall performance and compare the relative performance of business units to drive continuous improvement.
Demonstrating Continual Improvement
Our performance in air emissions and petroleum spills is summarized in the accompanying data charts. The volume of petroleum spilled was less than half that of non-hurricane-related spills in 2005. Our chemical spill volume for 2006 was 335,743 kilograms, with a total of 99,246 kilograms recovered.
As described in the Climate Change section of this report, we saw strong performance trends in our GHG emissions and energy efficiency.
In partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Center, Chevron developed the Lekki Conservation Center, established in 1992. It serves as a place for environmental research and youth education. It is also a preserve for local flora and fauna, such as this red-headed agama.