ESG Case Studies and Reports
Community Engagement
Proactive local engagement in relation to renewable energy projects can create tangible community benefits, reduce planning risk and strengthen the social licence to operate, while also aligning with expectations for a fair and just energy transition. This commitment remains central to BSIF’s development strategy and is carried through to the operational phase via the delivery of community benefit funds and a dedicated educational outreach programme for schools located near to its assets. Read more about community projects supported by BSIF below.
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Human Rights
As part of its responsible approach to business, BSIF asserts the importance of human rights. The company acknowledges its responsibility to respect human rights and actively strives to identify, mitigate and prevent adverse human rights impacts throughout its operations and, where feasible, its supply chain. Read more about BSIF’s evolving approach to identifying and managing human rights risks below.
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Nature
BSIF understands that wind and solar technologies are closely tied to the natural environment, not only because they harness energy from natural processes like sunlight and wind, but also through the land they occupy for decades. BSIF also recognises the synergies between nature and climate change and is committed to producing renewable energy while protecting the environment. Additionally, BSIF seeks to identify opportunities to enhance biodiversity and implement nature-based solutions that support climate resilience. Read more about BSIF’s approach to preserving and enhancing nature on its sites below.
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Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are one of the frameworks which continue to underpin BSIF’s ESG strategy, remaining a core guiding framework of its three pillars: environment, society, and governance. Moreover, the SDGs provide a globally recognised standard of reference, which ensures that BSIF is contributing to addressing recognised global priorities. Read more about BSIF’s contributions, collaborative action and its proactive management of potential risks below.
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