Environmental policy

Our policy statement

Western Power is the principal electricity transmission and distribution business in Western Australia. We are committed to operating the network safely, reliably and efficiently, delivering electricity in a manner that meets community needs and expectations.

Accordingly, business activities will be planned and conducted to minimise and where possible avoid adverse effects on the natural environment and social surroundings for the benefit of current and future generations.

Our environmental objectives

In implementing this policy we will:

ensure that environmental considerations form part of our business planning and decision-making processes
promote a culture of responsible environmental management
protect the natural environment and social surroundings, preserve biodiversity, prevent pollution and minimise waste
comply with applicable environmental laws and aspire to higher standards within the business
continually improve our environmental performance
communicate openly and transparently with stakeholders on environmental matters
engage the community in environmental initiatives aligned with our business values

Our environmental responsibilities

Environmental leadership and adherence to the Western Power Environmental Policy is the responsibility of all Western Power employees and its contractors, suppliers and vendors. The Managing Director and Executive Management are accountable to the Board of Directors for the development and implementation of this Policy.

Doug Aberle
Managing Director

Release date: 19/05/06
Review date: 22/05/07

Our Environmental Strategy supports the achievement of the objectives outlined in this Policy. Copies of our Environmental Strategy are available by phoning 13 10 87.

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Environmental Policy (PDF 97KB)