Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Al Batinah Power Company SAOG (the "Company") considers corporate citizenship as a key element of the business success. Striving to ensure that the Company has a positive impact on people and the country, the Company allocated 50,000 OMR for the CSR initiatives for the year 2024, as summarized in the table below:

1. Oman Charitable Organization

The Company contributed 20% of its CSR budget to Oman Charitable Organization as per the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion decision number 205/2021.

2. Initiatives for the Ministry of Education

Al Batinah Power Company SAOG, in collaboration with Al Suwadi Power Company, signed a contract with the Ministry of Education to sponsor the Green Schools Project, the Inclusive Classes Initiative, and the purchase of interactive boards.

• Green Schools Project: Through the Green Schools initiative, students are equipped with essential knowledge on the circular economy and sustainability. This includes fostering an understanding of environmental preservation, highlighting the importance of natural resources, and instilling behaviours and values conducive to achieving sustainable development goals.

• Inclusive Classes Initiative: The goal of the inclusive classes is to provide an inclusive educational environment that supports the interaction of students with special needs with their peers in regular classes, thus enhancing communication and social interaction skills among all students. The initiative also aims to develop their academic and personal skills, raise awareness of diversity and acceptance of others, and empower students to acquire independence skills while promoting collaboration and teamwork.

• Interactive Boards: Interactive boards are classroom tools that allow for an enriched, dynamic and engaging educational experience for both teachers and students. Interactive boards in the classroom significantly simplify the teaching and learning process in the classroom, making each lesson more time-efficient, effective and engaging

The Company has also signed a contract to sponsor STEM Oman Program of Ministry of Education. The STEM Oman Program is an educational system that aims to combine the four basic education subjects, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and link and mix them in an integrated manner in creative ways based on scientific experiments to transform ideas into practical applications that focus on linking education to daily life through developing creative and critical thinking skills among students.

3. Student’s Competition between Oman Universities and Colleges on Problem Solving related to Power Plants

In collaboration with Al Suwadi Power company SAOG, the company engaged Sohar University to organize a competition among Oman universities and colleges students on solving issues related to power plants. The competition aimed to encourage innovation and enhance analytical thinking among students in the power sector, encourage innovation in addressing real-word power plants challenges, promote collaboration between academia, industry and individuals as well as develop sustainable technological solutions to the challenges faced by power plants.

4. Green Education Program (Educational Planting Project)

Al Batinah Power played a key role as a sponsor for the Green Education Program, which was developed under the Green Schools Program in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. This initiative was implemented in six schools in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, reflecting a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and enhancing community engagement. The program addressed key environmental challenges and worked to raise sustainability and environmental awareness within the schools and surrounding communities, contributing to the creation of a more sustainable educational environment. The program aligns with Oman Vision 2040 and the national goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions, fostering effective participation in the conservation of natural resources and achieving sustainable development in the Sultanate. ABPC is proud to sponsor the Water Boxes initiative, providing these innovative systems to schools for students to learn from and benefit. Water boxes are eco-friendly irrigation tools designed to store and gradually release water directly to plant roots, ensuring efficient water usage and reducing wastage. These systems not only help in maintaining healthy plant growth but also serve as an excellent learning resource for students, teaching them about sustainable water management and environmental conservation. By using water boxes, schools can promote water conservation, support eco-friendly practices, and inspire the next generation to care for the environment.

5. Solar PV project with A/C at waiting stations for taxi drivers and car users in Al Dakhiliya

Al Batinah Power Company signed an agreement to install a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) project with air conditioning at two waiting stations for taxi drivers and road users. This project aims to provide a sustainable and comfortable environment for those spending time at taxi stations, especially during hot weather. By usinging the power of solar energy, the system generates electricity to run air conditioning units and lights, ensuring that the stations remain cool and comfortable without relying on conventional, energy-intensive power sources.

This initiative not only supports the health and well-being of the community but also contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional energy consumption.

The solar facility is expected to be fully commissioned in Q1 2025.

6. Refrigerators for MOH Health Centers to Store Vaccines

The initiative to provide health centers with refrigerators for storing vaccines aims to ensure the safe and effective storage of vaccines at appropriate temperatures, thus contributing to preserving their efficacy and quality. This step is crucial to ensure the provision of effective healthcare services and enhance efforts to maintain the health of the community.