Environmental Protection

Protection of the environment is a key priority of Emirates Steel`s operations. The steel production industry can only show sustained development if the negative impact on the environment is minimized; this is the basis of Emirates Steel`s ecological policy. Being a leader in the UAE steel industry, the Company is aware of its important role and responsibility for national processes of sustainable development.

Emirates Steel strives for a reduced impact on the environment from production activities as well as aiming to provide a favorable living environment for the UAE community. We base our environment protection activities on the following principles:

• Conducting business in a socially and environmentally responsible manner
• Using best available techniques
• Preventing environmental pollution
• An environmentally friendly approach towards nature, including water, soil, plants, animal life, and
• Reducing the generation and accumulation of waste products during production and consumption

The long-term plans of Emirates Steel envisage an increase in environmental investments, which will enable the Company to rank among the best GCC companies in terms of environmental protection, thus strengthening its competitive advantage and contributing to the Company`s sustainable development. All this will ensure that the Company adheres fully to the world’s environmental standards.