Investor Presentaiton
2023 Alaska Investor Trip
Environmental Protocols and
Standards Across the North Slope
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Responsible development is important to local communities, the State of Alaska and North
Slope oil and gas operators
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Authorizations required from multiple federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
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Most undergo public review and stakeholder engagement prior to authorization
• All off-pad activity requires pre-approval
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Access to tundra is limited by season and requires approved low-impact vehicles
Single-season ice roads and pads are used for exploration & construction
• All fuel/chemical storage and transfer areas require secondary containment, regardless of tank
size
• Air quality/emissions, waste storage/disposal, and water use are strictly regulated
Detailed plans guide waste management, wildlife interaction, water discharge, spill prevention
and response
• Wildlife have the right-of-way
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Strict wildlife non-interference policy, includes complete avoidance of denned bears and
nesting migratory birds
Reference: North Slope Environmental Field Handbook (2020) provides a basic overview of environmental
issues on the North Slope and how Operators minimize the effect of operations on the environment
Santos
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