We aspire to have a positive impact on the communities in which we operate worldwide and recognize our responsibility toward those who are affected – either directly or indirectly – by our operations and activities. We rely on local communities not only for our workforce but also for some of our suppliers and our ability to carry out our business. Through ongoing engagement and dialogue, we work to understand the concerns and needs of our communities, and we seek to respond by addressing local challenges in ways that build stronger communities and support the sustainability of our business. We contribute to our communities in three ways:

• Direct economic contributions such as employment, training, support of local suppliers of goods and services, and paying taxes;
• Managing our community impacts – for example, by ensuring confidence in environmental and safety performance and respecting human rights;
• Addressing community needs through philanthropy and community partnerships.