AKR realizes that protecting the environment is a shared duty and responsibility of the citizens of the world, including the Company. No matter how small the actions and policies that have a positive impact on the environment, it must be realized. Such concern must be fostered because the damage to the earth’s environment worsens over time.
As a responsible corporation, the Company provides support and commitment to preserve the earth through various policies and real actions in the field. With this effort, the Company has a role to play in reducing the negative impact of the earth’s environmental damage on humans, while also benefiting future generations to enjoy a better life on earth. The sustainability of life on earth will undoubtedly be a blessing for the sustainability of the Company.
EMISSION MANAGEMENT
Emission management is carried out through measurement of air emissions (see: emissions of generators, forklifts) in accordance with The Minister of Environment Regulation No. 13 Year 2009. If air emission parameters are found exceeding quality standards, then maintenance of gensets / forklifts is immediately conducted in order to meet the required quality standards.
The Company also routinely conducts emission on all modes of land transportation owned by the Company. By only operating emission test-passed trucks, the Company is participating in emission reduction and plays a role in environmental preservation.
In addition, in 2018, AKR cooperated with BP opened a nonsubsidized gas station that sells high-octane fuel products and meets Euro 4 standards that have more eco-friendly emissions compared to typical fuels sold in Indonesia, which is Euro 2 in general.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
AKR has implemented the management of hazardous and toxic waste (Compliance to PP 101 of 2014) in several areas such as Lampung, Pontianak, Bitung, Tanjung Priok, Marunda II and Stagen Tank Terminals. This has been proven by the results of direct and indirect supervison and monitoring by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry.
However, the Company assesses that it is still necessary to improve quality, especially for the personnel who run the program, because personnel who have competency certification for B3 waste management are needed.
SPILLAGE DRILL AKR
AKR applies the handling of spillage by carrying out spillage drill. With the proper application of SOP and supported by owned spill kit, spillage can be handled properly and in a relatively short time.
SOP for handling spillage and spill kit are very important for AKR, considering AKR’s business fields related to fuel distribution. The success of AKR Bandung in implementing spillage drill can be an example for other branches in handling spillage.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Since end of 2018 / early 2019, the Company has moved its head office to a new building that uses energy-friendly technology, including smart elevators and LED lights throughout rooms, which is more energy efficient compared to the old building that still use fluorescent lights.
USE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MATERIALS
Since September 1, 2018, in accordance with government policy, AKR fully supports the distribution of B20, solar containing 20% FAME derived from palm oil products, to almost all industrial customers. With the presence of vegetable oil content, AKR believes that new solar products are more eco-friendly and can reduce fossil fuel dependence.
ACTIVITIES OF ENvIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
In JIIPE, the company is building a fresh water processing facility and a waste water treatment facility with the aim of recycling most of waste and natural water to produce fresh water for its industrial customers. In addition, to conserve the environment, AKR collects rain water and builds seven water reservoir totaling 42 ha area with depth of 6 meters as part of our water conservation program.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM COMPLAINTS MECHANISM
There were no complaints about environmental problems from the community to AKR in the 2018 period. The community complaints were usually reported through the relevant agencies (Environmental Agency) or directly to AKR.
AWARD AND CERTIFICATION IN THE FIELD OF ENVIRONMENT
In 2018, AKR obtained PROPER 2017-2018 BIRU rating for AKR Lampung from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry.