Our ESG framework

In 2021, we conducted an extensive stakeholder survey to produce a comprehensive materiality assessment, which helped us identify the most material topics and will be updated this year.

We supplemented our initial materiality assessment by referencing it with the GRI reporting standards, as well as industry best practice.

The materiality assessment helped us to identify our core ESG focus topics and indicators, which include climate change, water, health and safety and governance, and to develop our ESG framework accordingly.

We see materiality as dynamic and want to ensure agility in our ESG strategy and framework development. It was important to ensure we have dedicated experts working towards implementing the framework with cross‑functional working teams set up to implement the initiatives.

Our stakeholder requirements and regulatory landscape are constantly evolving and we review and update our ESG strategy and framework accordingly.

Our framework illustrates the alignment of our focus areas with Saudi Vision 2030 and our selected United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

ACWA Power’s contribution to Saudi Vision 2030 and SDGs

Environment

Leading energy transition and preserving ecosystem through sustainable practices.

Social

Fostering employee growth and empowering communities.

Governance

Upholding integrity while driving business growth, ensuring transparency and accountability.

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Saudi Vision 2030

GDP Contribution

Expansion of non‑oil GDP to promote economic diversification

Job creation & talent development

Job creation and skill development initiatives for KSA workforce

Local industry growth

Enabling local manufacturing in components for renewables, water,and hydrogen

Enable green ambition

Supporting KSA global leadership in renewables and clean energy exports

Stakeholder value creation

Wealth created for shareholders, financial institutions, insurance companies and offtakers

R&D and innovation

Driving Saudi innovation hub and think tank in green energy

United Nations’ SDGs

Core
Supportive
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United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals by 2030
Our ESG framework